Arizona Sunshine

 PlayStation 4
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6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 60 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 60
  3. Negative: 15 out of 60

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  1. Nican
    Jan 28, 2018
    5
    Fun game, would get an 8 or 9. Unfortunately the horrid controls and bugs ruin the experience.
  2. ThatyGuyTy
    Jun 5, 2018
    8
    I'm in the boat that find this game fun to play. I have only used the Aim controller and I play it in co-op with friends, these are the two options that make it a success for me. The missions are fun, the interaction is good but the gun does drift from time to time. One time my friend and I were on a bridge with cars as a barricade, when a swarm showed up. I went between his legs andI'm in the boat that find this game fun to play. I have only used the Aim controller and I play it in co-op with friends, these are the two options that make it a success for me. The missions are fun, the interaction is good but the gun does drift from time to time. One time my friend and I were on a bridge with cars as a barricade, when a swarm showed up. I went between his legs and underneath the car and started dropping the hoarde by shooting out their knees and then head shots when they became in view. Being able to do things like that in VR, is what makes it an incredible experience.… Expand
  3. madrat986
    May 27, 2020
    8
    i played with move controllers and it was really fun. Story is good enough, humor is on spot, few scares here and there but not too much. I had 0 control issues, but there were some bugs here and there, nothing groundbreaking. All in all a solid title.
  4. RagManX
    Mar 22, 2018
    2
    tl;dr - Horrible interface turns what could be a mediocre to moderately fun game into a sad and painful one.

    Full review: I am extremely sad that I wasted $40 on this, and came to warn others against sharing my pain. The first 3-5 minutes of the game are pretty cool, when you first get your gun and shoot the first dozen or so zombies. Next you come to a gate - it takes 3-5 interactions    tl;dr - Horrible interface turns what could be a mediocre to moderately fun game into a sad and painful one.

    Full review:
    I am extremely sad that I wasted $40 on this, and came to warn others against sharing my pain. The first 3-5 minutes of the game are pretty cool, when you first get your gun and shoot the first dozen or so zombies. Next you come to a gate - it takes 3-5 interactions with the gate to move it enough that you can move through. Then you shoot half a dozen more zombies. After that, you come to what seems a simple task - turn on the radio. This is where the game ends.

    I spent 20 minutes trying to turn the damned radio on, and nothing I did allowed me to interact with the radio. The in-game display shows the move controllers with the thumb-buttons lit on both and the instructions "Press to interact" written out beside the buttons. Try as I might, I couldn't interact. I moved closer to the radio. I moved away from the radio. I rebooted my PS4 and unplugged and plugged-in the VR headset. I tried again. I pressed and held the thumb buttons on both controllers, flailing my arms in huge circles. No go.

    I spun around. I moved my controllers up higher to the point they were out of PSVR camera range.. I pointed at the radio. I shot the radio. I lowered my controllers until they were below the camera's detection range. I moved my head towards and away from the radio. Nothing worked. And you can't advance without turning on that radio. I hope that those who have a functional game had an orgasmic reaction from the radio, because nothing less would make this game worth recommending in my experience.

    Pros:
    - The first few minutes are fun.
    - The environment looks pretty good.

    Cons:
    - The PSVR controllers really only track about as well as Wii motion controllers.
    - The interface is abysmal, although to be fair I'm sure it is hampered by the mediocre tracking the Move controllers offer.
    - The required radio interaction doesn't work and you can't advance without the radio working.
    - Aiming isn't nearly as sharp as I'd like for a shooter (again, see mediocre tracking issue above)

    Alas, the PS Store doesn't have a refund policy like Steam has. I'm out $40 for a game that I got    … Expand
  5. pacific1
    Feb 5, 2019
    9
    I enjoyed this game a lot and it is a rare example of the move controllers not ruining a game, but that being said this game is best played with the aim controller hands down. The graphics are nice and it has a terrific atmosphere. I'm not sure why the scores are so low, they are wrong. This is an 8-9 but I am giving it a 9 for the aim support.
  6. Thompson-pro
    Apr 16, 2019
    5
    Good: shooting zombies in the head with the aim-controller, free locomotion and co-op.

    Bad: Game already starts in a frustrating way; i had to google how to start the first damn level. Also, you can't change settings in game. You have to return to the main menu everytime and then come back. Very difficult to see your ammo (you have to look all the way down) and reloading is just    Good: shooting zombies in the head with the aim-controller, free locomotion and co-op.

    Bad: Game already starts in a frustrating way; i had to google how to start the first damn level. Also, you can't change settings in game. You have to return to the main menu everytime and then come back.
    Very difficult to see your ammo (you have to look all the way down) and reloading is just ridiculous: you can't reload unless your clip is fully empty! If you reload before, the clip gets thrown on the ground with still some bullet in them (you can pick them up though). What were they thinking???!!

    Weapons sound absolutely awful! Like overpowered pellet rifles :( At one point i got the shotgun; the sound was so distorted and squeeky that it was literal pain to my ears to use.

    Zombies can creep up/spawn on you without you hearing them. In the cave you hear zombie moaning all the time but not when there is one behind you.

    Controls on the aim controller are sometimes an annoyance. Your backstick is used to turn but if you accidently move the stick back you turn a complete 180.

    Interacting with the environment is an absolute TRAVESTY. I stopped playing this game when 1 couldn't turn a simple crank. Also numerous bugs.

    I do not recommend this game!    … Expand
  7. Saabzternater
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    amazing game, i guess i was one of the lucky ones that had no tracking issues, played with move controllers, first game i played that had used the teleportation and not an ounce of motion sickness (did get easily with resident evil full locomotion but not farpoint), if your on fence about this game i would recommend to buy it and try the first mission to see if you do get issues and thenamazing game, i guess i was one of the lucky ones that had no tracking issues, played with move controllers, first game i played that had used the teleportation and not an ounce of motion sickness (did get easily with resident evil full locomotion but not farpoint), if your on fence about this game i would recommend to buy it and try the first mission to see if you do get issues and then wait it out for patches, very very enjoyable storyline.… Expand
  8. Gramnos
    Jul 4, 2017
    8
    Best shooter out there by far! Really enjoyed the dark humor in the game, its dark and gritty just the way i like it.
    The way you can shoot off many limbs is really cool, although naking headshots does make you feel like a boss :-)
  9. banaanaan
    Jul 4, 2017
    10
    Epic game! I really enjoyed the dark humor of the main character throughout the game and the story line is really good and had a firm grip on me. The overall apocalyptic setting and feel of the game without giving spoilers was done really well and very enjoyable to me. So I would really recommend this game. Sorry for my poor English(not a native speaker).
  10. Rick-James
    Jul 6, 2017
    10
    I was hooked since the first teaser. Amazing game! An experience unlike any other, and at very least deserves kudos for that. Love the teleportation by the way
  11. muk2
    Jul 10, 2017
    10
    If you want to experience being Rick Grimes - this is the game for you. No brainer (har) for anyone looking for a great survival experience in VR. The future of virtual reality looking bright!
  12. deplorable
    May 22, 2020
    0
    terrible, random teleportation even though i asked the movement to be controlled by me (i don't get motion sickness from VR). Then the blue screen of PS4 death as my character got stuck in a car door on the 2nd level. That's right for some reason my character managed to clip through a car door then got stuck there.

    Optimisation terrible, controls terrible. I think the developer needs to    terrible, random teleportation even though i asked the movement to be controlled by me (i don't get motion sickness from VR). Then the blue screen of PS4 death as my character got stuck in a car door on the 2nd level. That's right for some reason my character managed to clip through a car door then got stuck there.

    Optimisation terrible, controls terrible. I think the developer needs to play farpoint and go "oh that's how you shoot in VR games", maybe they'll learn something. Glad i only paid £10 on a PS4 sale, i feel for anyone buying this full price since Sony won't refund squat.

    don't touch.    … Expand
  13. Bitek
    Apr 20, 2018
    7
    I was hesitant to purchase this game because of mixed reviews. I am happy to announce that the game controls work great. Whatever the problem was it is been fixed. l I am playing the game with Aim controller and the controls are precise. I can do zombie head-shots no problem. There is enough content here to play for a while. I like funny monologue in the game. overall i am happy toI was hesitant to purchase this game because of mixed reviews. I am happy to announce that the game controls work great. Whatever the problem was it is been fixed. l I am playing the game with Aim controller and the controls are precise. I can do zombie head-shots no problem. There is enough content here to play for a while. I like funny monologue in the game. overall i am happy to purchase the game.… Expand
  14. Vanderblade
    Jun 4, 2018
    7
    While not a blockbuster action game, Arizona Sunshine offers an engaging, solid campaign mode, with DS4, Moves, or (my favorite) the Aim controller, co-op mode, and a fun horde mode (if you can find people to play with).
  15. Steyraus
    Oct 14, 2018
    9
    I Played Arizona Sunshine about 1 year after its launch with the Aim Controller and what an amazing experience. With most launch bugs fixed and effective controls implemented this game is a must own. The journey through the post apocalyptic Arizona is a memory that will stay with me for a long time. Form the hectic fights against dozens of zombies to the down time where I exploredI Played Arizona Sunshine about 1 year after its launch with the Aim Controller and what an amazing experience. With most launch bugs fixed and effective controls implemented this game is a must own. The journey through the post apocalyptic Arizona is a memory that will stay with me for a long time. Form the hectic fights against dozens of zombies to the down time where I explored abandoned camps and enjoyed the sunset to the thrill of finding a new powerful weapons and unleashing hell on the undead. The game could use some more Zombie character models and a bit more overall polish but even with these flaws its one of the best experiences i have had the console generation.… Expand
  16. xxxsssjjjk
    Oct 1, 2017
    5
    I would have given it an 8 but the controls for using two move controllers are awful. Shooting at 1-2 zombies is fine but its frustrating trying to teleport and shoot.
  17. Essi_EA
    Feb 17, 2018
    8
    Fantctic game.The game was very good The game's poor story is a very smooth and awesome gameplay
  18. zkawai
    Feb 20, 2018
    9
    Absolutely loved it! commands are responsive, only gripe with the game is the reloading mechanic feeling a bit off at times, but other than that, a pretty cool concept with great execution on the hardware(HTC Vive version is MUCH better, but given the PSVR hardware, I'm actually pleasantly surprised!)...
  19. Shenandoah
    Jul 21, 2020
    7
    Really makes a lot of fun when playing with the aim controller. Graphics are mediocre, could be better. But that’s nothing compared to the audio synchronization (German), it is by far the worst language synchronization I have ever heard. Holy sh*t, it is really worse. Better turn it off completely. All in all it is a good game, especially for owners of the aim controller.
  20. damez2000
    Mar 11, 2021
    2
    So recently I found out that Meghan's PC isn't good enough to play Arizona sunshine. Mine can. So I looked online and found two sources that said the game is crossplay. So I bought her the Quest copy. Loaded both up, tried making room/party on both users. When she looked at servers she had a long list. On mine there was one and it wasn't hers. To summarize, she was running the QuestSo recently I found out that Meghan's PC isn't good enough to play Arizona sunshine. Mine can. So I looked online and found two sources that said the game is crossplay. So I bought her the Quest copy. Loaded both up, tried making room/party on both users. When she looked at servers she had a long list. On mine there was one and it wasn't hers. To summarize, she was running the Quest version of AS, and I was running the steam version through virtual desktop. I even had an invite button in my game, but there wasn't one on hers. (You can add quest people to a party on quest).

    Did more reading tonight...the crossplay that I read about works like this. If you have a friend who has a Rift with Arizona sunshine, you can use your new Quest 2 to play with them, using the PC version. So essentially if you have a father and son who have 2 Rift S with Arizona Sunshine and they both upgrade to the Quest, you have to buy another copy for $45 each to play it natively. And let me be clear that they can play the Rift version on the Quest together, but I have read that the PC version of Arizona Sunshine runs better on the Rift S than it does on the Quest via link. I know that this version is geared to run better on Quest and thus requires some programming, but then I look at Walkabout Minigolf that costs 16 bucks and then releases dlc for free. And it truly is crossplay. I asked Oculus and Vertigo games for another key for the version I bought Meghan on her PC and they won't provide a refund, exchange or new key to input on the quest. I asked them to provide crossplay and they don't want to do that either. I'll play the copy I have on my PC, but other than that they have lost a customer. They are out to steal everyone's cash. It's the most expensive game on oculus and they don't offer crossplay or crossbuy. I don't use this word lightly, but I hate Vertigo Games.    … Expand
  21. Rupert_Pupkin
    Jun 19, 2021
    0
    I wasted a good hour or 2 just trying to get started in this game. Get through the first part. Honestly one of the most painful experiences of my life. Without contest the worst gaming experience I've ever had. This is the first time I've ever come here to give a game a zero out of pure disgust and anger.

    Stay away from this trash. Trying to play this is nothing less than pure torture. No    I wasted a good hour or 2 just trying to get started in this game. Get through the first part. Honestly one of the most painful experiences of my life. Without contest the worst gaming experience I've ever had. This is the first time I've ever come here to give a game a zero out of pure disgust and anger.

    Stay away from this trash. Trying to play this is nothing less than pure torture. No exaggeration. That's what it felt like to me. Torture. It honestly feels like they tried to make this game as horrificly awkward as they possibly could. I will never go near this horrendous pile of garbage again, and would warn any potential players of this game to steer well clear of it.    … Expand
  22. Robin-kunYT
    Apr 10, 2023
    7
    Pretty good zombie game but nothing amazing. I played it with Dualshock 4 because i didn't had the Move Controllers and it was okay but sometimes the tracking was horrible. Just play it with Move Controllers.

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63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 31
  3. Negative: 2 out of 31
  1. GameCritics
    Mar 12, 2018
    75
    Arizona Sunshine is a game that allows players to chill out and blast zombies to pieces in the comfort of their own homes, living out their dreams of slipping into a world where they can use an epic arsenal of weapons to completely eradicate a shambling threat. That may not be the highest bar to clear, but Vertigo Games accomplishes it with style.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Feb 8, 2018
    70
    Kinda ugly and bereft of new ideas, but also challenging and fun. Sets a higher bar for PS VR co-op, too. [September 2017, p76]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Aug 24, 2017
    70
    It's a close as you'll ever want to get to an actual walking dead scenario. [Sept 2017, p.91]
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