Farpoint

 PlayStation 4
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 254 Ratings

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  1. wavetoyou
    May 16, 2017
    9
    This game is definitely not a 10, but it's far better than these professional reviewers give it credit for. They're comparing it to 2D games, but we're talking about two entirely different platforms in terms of delivery. You don't hold it against other first person shooters when they don't give you the same immersion that VR obviously gives you...so why would you be critical the other wayThis game is definitely not a 10, but it's far better than these professional reviewers give it credit for. They're comparing it to 2D games, but we're talking about two entirely different platforms in terms of delivery. You don't hold it against other first person shooters when they don't give you the same immersion that VR obviously gives you...so why would you be critical the other way around?

    You just have to experience it for yourself. I'd like to meet the person who has a PSVR and chooses not to try this game and the AIM controller. Both are terrific.    … Expand
  2. ZyankaIi
    May 16, 2017
    10
    very good game... I hope more games like this release in the next couple of months. It has a perfect Story (for VR). I really enjoyed it. But u need to play this with the Aim Controller
  3. Bitek
    Dec 28, 2017
    10
    Farpoint should be used by developers as a guidance how to make A+ VR title. it is just one great VR game. Playing this game with the aim controller is a must. pdual shock 4 just does not feel right in this game.
  4. joscomsu
    Jan 1, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Preliminary review-2 hours in: I will update and give a final review when I finish it. Im playing with the Aim Controller.

    This is by far PS VR's best looking game I've played so far. It looks beautiful amazing, very immersive and VR's shortcomings are less noticeable or non-existing (jaggies, blur). The production is top notch, acting is great and the environments are breathtaking, The enemies are creepy and impressive. The whole holographic elements are dreamy.

    I felt almost like Samus (Metroid), especially when I fired a missile. Obviously this is only a shooter, not adventure, but the enemies, environment and some weapons remind me of Metroid Prime.

    UPDATE: I finished the game. I must say that it's a great experience in VR and recommend it to everybody. The multiplayer is great since you can summon companions to aid you, but I'm still only starting on it.
    ------SPOILERS-------
    Good: Full VR immersion. I loved the spiders and the mechanical enemies. Aim controller is awesome. Superb graphics and presentation elements. Machine gun, Shotgun and Rifle. First arc of the story is great.
    Bad: Humanoid aliens were so-so, story mode is relatively short, though I still think is long enough for its genre and stage, 2nd arc of the story is not so good and inconclusive, Plasma gun is very cool but not that very effective. Spike gun looks cool it's useless.    … Expand
  5. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    5
    The new gun mechanic worked extremely well, and the game was mostly fun to play. But I found the story to be extremely dull, and the game started to feel a lot more repetitive towards the end.
  6. NihiRagnarK
    Sep 16, 2017
    9
    Well, Farpoint is a top tier PSVR game and definitely the best VR shooting game so far. If you can have only one game for PSVR, choose farpoint.
    1) Play it with the aim control! Playing with duo controller is far less interesting. The game requires you align the rifle sight for aiming
    2) The story is about 5 hours with a certain challenge but only one boss fight 3) The boss is huge and    Well, Farpoint is a top tier PSVR game and definitely the best VR shooting game so far. If you can have only one game for PSVR, choose farpoint.
    1) Play it with the aim control! Playing with duo controller is far less interesting. The game requires you align the rifle sight for aiming
    2) The story is about 5 hours with a certain challenge but only one boss fight
    3) The boss is huge and astonishing. So it's even.
    4) The story is at least above average. Not bad at all
    5) The feel of shooting aliens with aim control is excellent in this game, due to the sound effect, gun
    details and etc.
    6) There are 5 guns in this game, each one of them is unique and quite useful, (Infinite ammo)
    7) The replay-ability is high because its challenge mode and coop. Not mention a 9~10/10 difficult platinum    … Expand
  7. Saabzternater
    May 20, 2017
    10
    First vr game no motion sickness from, absolutely incredible, it is short but the aim controller makes it a remarkable experience, storyline was great, critics being way to hard on it.
  8. timstark
    May 22, 2017
    10
    Signed up for a Metacritic account solely so I could review this. Both a technical wonder and an amazing experience. I don't know how Impulse Gear have done this. I only care that they have. Yeah, in 18 months time, it'll probably look a bit first-gen, but who cares about that right now. ATM, it's the absolute bomb and a total (bug) blast . Pro reviewers (by and large) should hang theirSigned up for a Metacritic account solely so I could review this. Both a technical wonder and an amazing experience. I don't know how Impulse Gear have done this. I only care that they have. Yeah, in 18 months time, it'll probably look a bit first-gen, but who cares about that right now. ATM, it's the absolute bomb and a total (bug) blast . Pro reviewers (by and large) should hang their heads in shame (esp. Simon Parkin at The Guardian).… Expand
  9. TheRealWitblitz
    May 19, 2017
    10
    VR done right! Developers take note. Personally for me this is a 10 considering the humble beginnings of gaming in general, if you had to tell a 10 year old me that I would be able to walk around on an alien planet holding a gun as if I were there... Secondly, play standing so you'll get some exercise too :)
  10. roblerroo
    May 18, 2017
    10
    Why don't people understand that a game developer for a at most 2.000.000 (PSVR) game platform is never going to get the early investment needed to compete with AAA mutli platform games (100.000.000) (XBOX,PS4)
    Yes, The graphics could be on a bloodborn level.
    Yes, Choosing spiders as enemy is not wise (a lot a people in the world are afraid of spiders) Yes, The story could be more    Why don't people understand that a game developer for a at most 2.000.000 (PSVR) game platform is never going to get the early investment needed to compete with AAA mutli platform games (100.000.000) (XBOX,PS4)
    Yes, The graphics could be on a bloodborn level.
    Yes, Choosing spiders as enemy is not wise (a lot a people in the world are afraid of spiders)
    Yes, The story could be more interesting (Witcher3)
    Yes, the music could be compiled by AAA music compilers
    Yes, the characters could be AAA stars
    yes, the PSVR with cables makes it unwise to make this game less restrained. (if enemies could attack from behind it would be a disaster for the PSVR cables)
    etc etc etc

    Look at robinson, and look at were we are at now a half year later.
    I reckon that at 2019 we will see AAA quality VR only games (RE7 is not VR only) which will directly compete with 2D games.

    This game would never be able to achieve a 8, 9 or a 10 in this early VR state.
    People need to understand that. Even if the game is a success, it would in numbers mean that it sold about 200.000 (10%) copies
    that's about $2 million. profit would be around at most $1 million.
    Look at the costs of games with which VR only games will have to compete..:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_most_expensive_video_games_to_develop

    These guys just nailed it.
    The game is a 10!
    They could not have done better.    … Expand
  11. Philip1961
    May 17, 2017
    10
    OMG!!! Its amazing!!!.to all the negative vr people,try it before dissing it!!.
    Imagine if call of duty ,battlefield ect were vr??
    Farpoint is the first in a long line ,that will use the new farpoint gun,there are already 5 games comeing in june ,that use the gun,and sony have 25 planned for this year alone!!!
    Farpoint co op Omg!!!!
    This game is fun,and amazing,hopefully just the start.
  12. Tall
    May 17, 2017
    10
    This is truely a real NexGen experience. The game itself is for sure not a 10, but considering the experience you get cause of VR it is one of a kind. Highly recommended for all VR owners.
  13. alexfpowers
    May 17, 2017
    10
    This game is so fun. It's really brings you into the world. with the gun controller brings even more fun. Do not take this game not like any other fps takes it like a first view on the fps VR game. It's amazing.
  14. Kissell
    May 17, 2017
    9
    The haters are reviewing this as if it's not a VR game and only reviewing it as if it is solely a FPS, which it isn't. Yes, as solely a FPS it doesn't stack up well against the enormous budget long-standing industry kings who have had tons of sequels to perfect their franchise, but nobody expected that it would, except evidently the people giving this bad reviews.

    As a VR game, in Gen    The haters are reviewing this as if it's not a VR game and only reviewing it as if it is solely a FPS, which it isn't. Yes, as solely a FPS it doesn't stack up well against the enormous budget long-standing industry kings who have had tons of sequels to perfect their franchise, but nobody expected that it would, except evidently the people giving this bad reviews.

    As a VR game, in Gen 1 of VR compared to other VR titles and experiences, this game is great. Farpoint's 3D immersive world is amazing, the story is decent and the game play is incredibly fun. When you compare it to other VR FPS games... oh wait... what other VR FPS games? There aren't many out there yet, none exactly like this style; this is definitely a defining game for the first generation of VR FPS games. I'll remember it as the first true VR FPS game and decades from now talk about it and the light gun the way that I occasionally reminisce with my friends and co-workers about original NES games we played as kids.

    The campaign story or single-player game could be longer, and would have been nice to have more than one big boss fight, but the game is fun enough that I'll play through it more than once, which is pretty rare for me these days.

    I prefer playing with the light gun, but it's not necessary, precision shots are easier with the gun. Tracking of my non-trigger hand doesn't always show up on-screen, and when my character runs the gun doesn't bounce/move properly it oddly stays perfectly horizontally still... Turning with the right stick is turned off by default, that was a stupid decision that's unfortunately pretty common with VR game developers, everyone will need to go to options and turn it on and set it to smooth. Developers do this cause some people get motion sickness, but those people should be the ones that have to turn it off since movement is incredibly unrealistic with it off. If you have VR and you get motion sickness, that should be like if you're color blind and need to go into settings and turn on special disability settings for you, not default your disability to everyone else.

    If your a trophy hunter, like most VR games these trophies are really hard to get platinum compared on average to non-VR games. Require lots of gameplay and luck for a few of the harder gun specific tasks.

    It's an acceptable game for non-adults to play, the world is beautiful and I stopped several times just to look around. Enemies also startled me a few times, although this isn't a horror game some of the little buggers can sneak up on you. The AI of the enemies isn't great, you can quickly learn how to dodge attacks in ways that keep you safe as the enemy will animate back to a setup position. The different guns are amazingly detailed and cool and fun to fire. One thing that's weird is there doesn't seem to be a way to crouch, which is a pretty common feature in most FPS games when you want to hide behind cover.

    Ultimately, the style of this game is kinda like the Time Crisis series, if you ever liked playing those types of games, then you'll absolutely love this... and I think this is on-par for the times as with those for their time. VR game development is at about the stage of 2D game development and graphics back when the arcade Time Crisis 3 came out. Anyway, definitely don't regret buying this game, and it will be one of the games I show off to friends who haven't tried VR.    … Expand
  15. PCole
    May 17, 2017
    9
    Proof of what the PSVR and the Aim controller are capable of. Yes it's not perfect, but this is without a doubt one of the best overall games for PSVR so far.
  16. RolandDarkTower
    May 18, 2017
    10
    Love the hell outta this game. Its not like anything Ive ever played before. The story is nothing to wow over but the gameplay is SOLID. Running backwards shooting at a tank sized spider charging at me only to blow up a foot from my face is one of the examples of how this FPS in VR works. The coop is such a fun way to play as well (especially if youre playing with someone good) OverallLove the hell outta this game. Its not like anything Ive ever played before. The story is nothing to wow over but the gameplay is SOLID. Running backwards shooting at a tank sized spider charging at me only to blow up a foot from my face is one of the examples of how this FPS in VR works. The coop is such a fun way to play as well (especially if youre playing with someone good) Overall very satisfied and cant beleive Im writing this but I really hope they have some DLC for this game… Expand
  17. Sherak
    May 22, 2017
    10
    Its a solid 7 like the critics say..... If it was 2D!!! but it ain't its VR and you have a gun and you shoot monsters that tower above you like Blackpool tower... Thus it is a solid 10.. like no other experience before it.
  18. acknickulous
    May 20, 2017
    9
    I'm sure my standards for PSVR will have increased by this time next year, but this is currently one of the best experiences for the platform.

    Is it short? Sure--but how long do you want to be standing up for? Oh and you MUST play it with the Aim controller--it's a fantastic peripheral. I didn't bother trying it with the DualShock. Is it simplistic? Yeah--but not by VR shooter    I'm sure my standards for PSVR will have increased by this time next year, but this is currently one of the best experiences for the platform.

    Is it short? Sure--but how long do you want to be standing up for?

    Oh and you MUST play it with the Aim controller--it's a fantastic peripheral. I didn't bother trying it with the DualShock.

    Is it simplistic? Yeah--but not by VR shooter standards. In fact, the single player campaign isn't THAT much simpler than many AAA FPS games I've played lately.

    Multiplayer is also great. The only thing holding this back is PSVR tracking makes it impossible to turn around--particularly a problem online. Otherwise, one of my top PSVR experiences.

    Either my standards for VR games are really low, or the reviewers are totally off base.    … Expand
  19. Dudus_Montem
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Game changer for VR. I already played quite some games on PSVR, but this one nails it to my opinion. It is easy to see what future improvements thare can be to the game and to the VR technology. But in the here and now, this is absolutely amazing. Buy it.
  20. yghtim
    May 31, 2017
    10
    If this game was a regular 2d tv fps this would be a lazy boring fps. not enough guns, not enough interesting event happening in the world.

    But when you are standing up with a VR headset and holding this gun in your hand (Aim Controller) its just explainable. As big fan of the old Halo games im actually feeling like a spartan when im playing Farpoint! it doesn't matter that the game    If this game was a regular 2d tv fps this would be a lazy boring fps. not enough guns, not enough interesting event happening in the world.

    But when you are standing up with a VR headset and holding this gun in your hand (Aim Controller) its just explainable. As big fan of the old Halo games im actually feeling like a spartan when im playing Farpoint! it doesn't matter that the game play is kinda empty, when you are standing behind a wall taking cover from aliens fire power, or standing back to back with your friend defending your ground from incoming crawlers, its just a dream come true! This is no doubt the best VR experience that has ever existed! if you own a VR headset you MUST BUY THIS! this is just so god damn amazing! the campign it self takes this game to the top vr game, but the real fun begins at coop!
    Though the missions are kinda short and few, i can just keep on playing them over and over and over trying to complete the highest difficulty levels. Its just so amazingly fun to run around with your gun!. That is like the biggest point here, RUN! you cannot compare this game to any other one spot standing or teleporting vr shooters out there, its when you can actuly run around and take cover behind different objects the true fun begins!

    For the time being, i would give this 11/10 because right now, there is just nothing that can compare with this! but there are definitely room for improvements!

    Here is a list of things i wish will come in the next VR shooter with the Aim Controller:
    More Enviroments (Not just desert and rocks everywhere)
    More weapons
    Granades (if that is possible somehow?)
    More than 2 player coop
    pvp multiplayer
    vehicle riding (Like sitting in a helicopter shooting down at enemies

    Here is a list of things i dont like in Farpoint:
    Unlimited ammo
    No proggression
    To short coop mission
    No story or objective in coop missions
    No reloading on the assault riffle?    … Expand
  21. Dr_Gonzo123
    May 22, 2017
    10
    It looks like Farpoint is the system seller PSVR owners have been waiting for. It is the best looking game on offer for PSVR to date and besides looking good it actually is a fully fledged game; not just another add on, showcase or tech demo. Even better than that the game is FUN to play and keeps me coming back for more. I have been playing for many hours over the past weekend and amIt looks like Farpoint is the system seller PSVR owners have been waiting for. It is the best looking game on offer for PSVR to date and besides looking good it actually is a fully fledged game; not just another add on, showcase or tech demo. Even better than that the game is FUN to play and keeps me coming back for more. I have been playing for many hours over the past weekend and am happy to report that I have experienced no motion sickness what so ever. The only type of motion that I miss is the ability to jump; which probably was left out because that would increase the chance of motion sickness..
    The aim controller makes the experience complete; I strongly suggest playing the game with the aim instead of a DS4.

    The co-op is also fun to do but because there are not that many players out there it can sometimes take a while before a partner is found.
    IMO this game is a must buy for all PSVR owners.    … Expand
  22. Virolis
    May 25, 2017
    10
    After looking at the critical score I was not expecting much.
    Only two levels in and my expectations where absolutely crushed. I feel that the bad reviews are coming from people who get sick using VR (if this effects you then this game will be hell) but that doesnt accurately reflect the quality of the actual gameplay.
    The gameplay is above average. I was not expecting the level of depth    After looking at the critical score I was not expecting much.
    Only two levels in and my expectations where absolutely crushed. I feel that the bad reviews are coming from people who get sick using VR (if this effects you then this game will be hell) but that doesnt accurately reflect the quality of the actual gameplay.
    The gameplay is above average. I was not expecting the level of depth that was delivered (its not insanely deep but it is certainly nowhere near being a tech demo or feeling unfinished)
    The VR is what makes this game breathtaking. The 1 to 1 tracking on the aim controller is flawless once you are all set up and all the nuanced gameplay mechanics like switching weapons and aiming down the sites feel perfect.
    This is the best game on PSVR, and that is including Resident Evil 7    … Expand
  23. AmrKassem
    May 31, 2017
    10
    This is a great VR game, especially with the new aim controller. If Sony keeps providing support (i.e. new maps) for this title, I can see myself playing this game for months to come. Comparing this game to conventional shooters is a mistake. This is a VR game, and it should be compared to other VR games, and in that sense it is a 10/10. The best thing about this game is that it provesThis is a great VR game, especially with the new aim controller. If Sony keeps providing support (i.e. new maps) for this title, I can see myself playing this game for months to come. Comparing this game to conventional shooters is a mistake. This is a VR game, and it should be compared to other VR games, and in that sense it is a 10/10. The best thing about this game is that it proves that PSVR has the potential to become a real gaming platform that offers an experience deeper and more engaging than regular games.… Expand
  24. SydTheDog
    May 16, 2017
    9
    this is a fun game thats shows us what the playstation vr can do , for me it was a nice and smooth experience with some nice touches, this is a must for all playstation vr owners
  25. destinyfan1
    May 16, 2017
    9
    Hands down best vr game that I have played , only maby RIGS , rez infinite can keep up with this game ( but farpoint is still a little bit better)

    positive + great atmosphere with decent graphics + repititive but cool enemies + great gun play + decent story + acrcade mode is fun negative - could have been a little longer - aim controller needed conclusion: farpoint is a very    Hands down best vr game that I have played , only maby RIGS , rez infinite can keep up with this game ( but farpoint is still a little bit better)

    positive
    + great atmosphere with decent graphics
    + repititive but cool enemies
    + great gun play
    + decent story
    + acrcade mode is fun
    negative
    - could have been a little longer
    - aim controller needed
    conclusion:
    farpoint is a very good vr game and shows vr shooters can work. Its not a masterpiece of a game, but for a vr game it is a masterpiece that will be known as probably the best vr shooter of 2017.    … Expand
  26. gusman
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Wonderful game. Impulse gear has done an extrremely good job. The graphics aren't precislely next-gen, in 2D it looks like a game from 3 years ago, but in VR it achieves the goal to make you belive in the environment you are, it really makes you feel in an alien planet inside a pressurized suit surrounded by alien creatures. And the most notable part, all at 90fps with no drop. The AimWonderful game. Impulse gear has done an extrremely good job. The graphics aren't precislely next-gen, in 2D it looks like a game from 3 years ago, but in VR it achieves the goal to make you belive in the environment you are, it really makes you feel in an alien planet inside a pressurized suit surrounded by alien creatures. And the most notable part, all at 90fps with no drop. The Aim integration also is marvelous, tracking 1:1, you feel you're holding a gun in your hands, after 10 minutes playing you will forget about the aim and you will care about your shotgun or rifle.

    Only bad thing, who the heck thought purple lava was a good idea?

    Hope to see more titles like this.    … Expand
  27. JazzyJay
    May 17, 2017
    10
    As a gamer that played Castle Wolfenstein when it first arrived on PC and later played Doom and Doom 2 when they first hit the scene I remember the feeling I got when I played them back then. The feeling that everything just changed. Most people won't remember that they weren't particularly "pretty" when they arrived. There where platformers and scrolling shooters that looked muchAs a gamer that played Castle Wolfenstein when it first arrived on PC and later played Doom and Doom 2 when they first hit the scene I remember the feeling I got when I played them back then. The feeling that everything just changed. Most people won't remember that they weren't particularly "pretty" when they arrived. There where platformers and scrolling shooters that looked much better and even told stories better. The lesser graphics and even their lame attempts at story telling didn't change the fact that there was a new dimension opened up. THIS GAME HAS IT. It has something new albeit clumsy and awkward but my playing so far has me convinced, a new era of gaming has arrived. Nothing I played on VR up to now prepared me for how this made me feel. WOW! is all I can say. Enjoy if you have PSVR, if not, I'm sure the next gen will be better. This however is the start.… Expand
  28. gustave154
    May 18, 2017
    10
    If you are looking for the best first person shotter game for your PSVR this is the game to get. Outstanding voice acting, gorgeous visuals, interesting story and an immersive environment gives Farpoint the edge over other games of its kind. Make no mistake this game will justify your PSVR purchase.
  29. jlplatten
    May 18, 2017
    10
    If you ever wanted to know what it feels like to be a Starship Trooper, this is the closest you'll ever get to that experience. If you have a PSVR, I highly recommend getting this game, but make sure you get the PSVR Aim Controller as well, because using the DualShock4 will not cut it.
  30. guitarpete987
    May 17, 2017
    9
    It's kinda weird, the critics' take on this. It's like they're so desperate to compare this to something that they're ignoring evaluating it on its own merits. It's quite mind-boggling, actually. You can't compare this to other games because there really hasn't been a VR FPS quite like Farpoint before. And then, some people are like "well, take away the VR and it's just a standardIt's kinda weird, the critics' take on this. It's like they're so desperate to compare this to something that they're ignoring evaluating it on its own merits. It's quite mind-boggling, actually. You can't compare this to other games because there really hasn't been a VR FPS quite like Farpoint before. And then, some people are like "well, take away the VR and it's just a standard old-school FPS". Well, hello, you can't take away the VR, it's a VR game. The immersion factor is part of what makes the game what it is.

    It really does feel amazingly immersive. The action is very engaging. It's an easy 8.5/9. Not perfect, but the Aim controller really does set a new bar for this type of game in VR. It will be hard to go back to any other type of control method. This is seriously next-level stuff. Highly recommended.    … Expand
  31. alexdeejay82
    May 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Per chi possiede ps vr è un titolo da prendere assolutamente.
    Graficamente rende benissimo (ps4 pro) e l'aim è sicuramente la nota più positiva , preciso rapido e intuitivo. Sparare sarà coinvolgente e naturale come non lo è mai stato. La storia è molto gradevole,inizia molto bene. Contiene anche due ottime modalità ; Entrambe molto divertenti, la coop è davvero tosta,con un paio di colpi si muore subito. Il compagno può rianimare,ma occorre tempo e se ti sparano addosso non è per nulla facile. La sfida è un orda a scorrimento,dove bisogna passare dei checkpoint per guadagnare tempo. Ci passerò molto tempo una volta finita la storia principale !! Portarsi il fucile al viso e prendere la mira tramite il mirino è veramente fico. Massimi voti per il gioco.    … Expand
  32. Daviddam
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Got this game today and in one word: GREAT, for me the best game till now for The Ps vr, the aim controller works perfect and the graphics are awesome for what you can get on the psvr;) I was afraid to have motion sickness just like what I got with Robinson Journey but nothing at all, they've really achieved something here, more of this!
  33. etmatrix01
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Ok, I just played for a few hours with the pro and this is the most immersive game to date.

    Farpoint is to VR what halo was to FPS...

    It has flaws but you just have try it. Once you're tried it and are actually transported to an alien world for the first time, you'll never forget it.
  34. Artemicio
    May 17, 2017
    9
    I am really shocked by the mediocre reviews out there. I have only played a few short hours of the campaign and co-op, but this is easily the best and most enjoyable PSVR game available in my opinion. The campaign is a little bit rough but the co-op is a blast, even on easy it provides a solid challenge. The Aim Controller is fantastic, I really enjoyed the Move remotes on games like UntilI am really shocked by the mediocre reviews out there. I have only played a few short hours of the campaign and co-op, but this is easily the best and most enjoyable PSVR game available in my opinion. The campaign is a little bit rough but the co-op is a blast, even on easy it provides a solid challenge. The Aim Controller is fantastic, I really enjoyed the Move remotes on games like Until Dawn Rush of Blood but it was missing the movement joysticks, now that problem is no more. I highly recommend this game with Aim Controller, I wouldn't say it's a very deep game but it is fun and a good challenge on co-op.… Expand
  35. Neurolyte
    May 17, 2017
    10
    This has been the most immersive game I have played on VR yet. It caters more to the "hardcore" gamer. I hate using that term but it actually takes strategy that a non-gamer would have difficulties with. Other VR titles thus far anyone can pretty much pick up and play. It is a GREAT vr experience plus more, I really don't understand how this is being reviewed so low by critics? It's solidThis has been the most immersive game I have played on VR yet. It caters more to the "hardcore" gamer. I hate using that term but it actually takes strategy that a non-gamer would have difficulties with. Other VR titles thus far anyone can pretty much pick up and play. It is a GREAT vr experience plus more, I really don't understand how this is being reviewed so low by critics? It's solid for being the first full blown fps in vr. On any platform. The Aim controller is by far the only way to really play. The Aim controller is unbelievably fun. This deserves much higher than the critic reviews. I made an account just to post this review.… Expand
  36. 02lewism
    May 18, 2017
    10
    This is it! I can see why people are comparing this game to doom, if you just concentrate on the PSVR system this has never been done before. This is the game that is going to push the bigger developers in to realising that you can make a FPS game for VR without making people throw up all over themselves. If you try and compare it to "non-VR games" then yes it's just average, but this is aThis is it! I can see why people are comparing this game to doom, if you just concentrate on the PSVR system this has never been done before. This is the game that is going to push the bigger developers in to realising that you can make a FPS game for VR without making people throw up all over themselves. If you try and compare it to "non-VR games" then yes it's just average, but this is a VR game and what the development team have done is amazing. You actually feel like you are there, you can feel the enemies around you and you do your absolute best to stay alive, but if it gets too much you can just turn that gun around on yourself and end it all. Best game i've ever played for VR well worth the price.… Expand
  37. momo74
    May 16, 2017
    10
    Farpoint is the best game for PS VR:
    + the story... until 3/4
    +++ the spider boss (and all spider)
    +++++++++++++ the gameplay is awesome (shotgun, missile, sniper)
    + environnement (background) are beautifull
    ++ no motion sickness after consecutive play time

    --- the end of story WTF (pity)
    --- the "others" ennemies less dangerous (pity)
    -------------------- lake of boss (so saaaaaaad)
  38. Kenms
    May 17, 2017
    10
    This game is a perfect opportunity for probe PSVR, a shooter with really good history and fun in every time shooting the monsters in this amazing planet, if you search a game for enjoy with friends this is your game, coop is excellent and the arcade mode is very fun, buy it if you wish!
  39. 8BiTninja
    May 16, 2017
    9
    If this game was a standard game that didn't use VR or the Aim controller it would be overpriced at $50 and rated at about a 5-6/10. That being said the VR implementation, and more importantly, Aim controller functionality make this game so much more fun to play. The Aim controller is perfect 1:1 tracking. Very immersive experience. I did not experience any motion sickness while playingIf this game was a standard game that didn't use VR or the Aim controller it would be overpriced at $50 and rated at about a 5-6/10. That being said the VR implementation, and more importantly, Aim controller functionality make this game so much more fun to play. The Aim controller is perfect 1:1 tracking. Very immersive experience. I did not experience any motion sickness while playing this game. The game give you a couple different options for how you want to turn in game, I leave it on smooth turning at the highest setting, 11. I am not that prone to motion sickness when I am in control of the motion, so this game feels fine for me.
    Overall it is kind of a whatever story with whatever level design, mixed in with awesome VR and Aim controller integration that, ultimately, makes this game way more fun than it would otherwise be.    … Expand
  40. Moosemus
    May 17, 2017
    9
    "Wow". These are the words I used when I played this game. When I see 7/10 critic scores I cannot wrap my head around what they didn't see. If you look at reddit you will see almost everyone is very happy with this game. The game had me feel I was on an alien planet. The critic reviews compare this vs other first person shooters. That is not what this game and psvr is about. This game.is"Wow". These are the words I used when I played this game. When I see 7/10 critic scores I cannot wrap my head around what they didn't see. If you look at reddit you will see almost everyone is very happy with this game. The game had me feel I was on an alien planet. The critic reviews compare this vs other first person shooters. That is not what this game and psvr is about. This game.is about immersion and the gaming experience. This game succeeds through its use of the aim controller, graphics, and 3d sound. Any game that makes you feel emotion like this game does has succeeded on many levels. Congratulations and thank you to the developers. To the reviewers, understand your readers. You missed the mark and the barn on this one.… Expand
  41. Duro8982
    May 18, 2017
    10
    As a guy that doesn't even enjoy first person shooters, I must say that VR is the next big thing in gaming and farpoint has 1000% delivered and made a believer out of me. In my decades of gaming there have been few times in which I couldn't believe how lucky I was to be experiencing this. Farpoint is a dream come true. Now if only I had Denise Richards with me so we can blast these bugsAs a guy that doesn't even enjoy first person shooters, I must say that VR is the next big thing in gaming and farpoint has 1000% delivered and made a believer out of me. In my decades of gaming there have been few times in which I couldn't believe how lucky I was to be experiencing this. Farpoint is a dream come true. Now if only I had Denise Richards with me so we can blast these bugs starship trooper style! PS I had to rewatch that movie after playing this baby! If you have a psvr this is a must buy. If you were waiting for good games to come out before buying in then now is the time.… Expand
  42. CptAhnungslos
    Jun 3, 2017
    9
    The critics are reviewing a car vs a motorcycle.
    Yes, the car is more comfy, it's safer, you can listen to radio, you can transport more people and do youre shoppings. All things a motorcycle can't.... But a motorcycle, even a cheap simple one, gives me complete different emotions, fun and enjoyment, that a car simply can't deliver!
    For the game itself, all other reviewer's already    The critics are reviewing a car vs a motorcycle.
    Yes, the car is more comfy, it's safer, you can listen to radio, you can transport more people and do youre shoppings. All things a motorcycle can't.... But a motorcycle, even a cheap simple one, gives me complete different emotions, fun and enjoyment, that a car simply can't deliver!
    For the game itself, all other reviewer's already pointed out what a blast it is in vr and what potential it shows for future vr games. Dreaming of a sniper game or rainbow six coop..... *drool*    … Expand
  43. Jambobbyb
    May 25, 2017
    9
    Review based on PS4 Pro experience, I feel the critics have been a bit unfair on this one. Farpoint offers something totally new in immersion and wildly blasting spiders both small and giant with a reasonable selection of guns is loads of fun with the aim controller, which I have to say is the star of the show. I got about 8 hours play out of it and thoroughly enjoyed my time with it. PsReview based on PS4 Pro experience, I feel the critics have been a bit unfair on this one. Farpoint offers something totally new in immersion and wildly blasting spiders both small and giant with a reasonable selection of guns is loads of fun with the aim controller, which I have to say is the star of the show. I got about 8 hours play out of it and thoroughly enjoyed my time with it. Ps you can also turn the Aim on you and headshot yourself.... 9/10 for the game 10/10 for the Aim.… Expand
  44. OccultFiction
    May 17, 2017
    9
    This is definitely a must own for PSVR. I have been a long time fan of arcade light gun shooters and classic FPS games and if you are at all like me then you absolutely need this in your library ASAP. The aim controller just works amazingly well. When I first realized you could actually look down the sight of the gun and see a holographic crosshair I was freaking out. The immersive-ness isThis is definitely a must own for PSVR. I have been a long time fan of arcade light gun shooters and classic FPS games and if you are at all like me then you absolutely need this in your library ASAP. The aim controller just works amazingly well. When I first realized you could actually look down the sight of the gun and see a holographic crosshair I was freaking out. The immersive-ness is incredible and has me keep coming back for more. The nausea factor for me is slim to none. For reference for me, Scavengers Odyssey in VR Worlds almost made me puke, same with RIGS at first but I got used to that. Robinson was okay for the most part but I needed frequent breaks and RE: 7 was similar but way better than Robinson.

    Anyways, many review sites are kinda slamming it for being simple by 2d standards and I think its a fair criticism to some degree, but man are they really downplaying the fun of the simplicity of just romping around on a virtual planet blasting away at spiders, robots, and aliens. I genuinely thought the story was actually pretty decent too. Haven't tried multiplayer because I have yet to renew my PS Plus but most people who bought the game seem to be enjoying it immensely.

    Overall despite its main downfall being simplicity, it truly one of the most unique, one of a kind experiences I've had with gaming to date and for that, I give it a 9.    … Expand
  45. 123repeater
    May 17, 2017
    10
    I'm baffled by these "professional" reviews, so I'm giving this a 10, even though its more like an 8. The gameplay is solid, the immersion with the Aim controller is unprecedented, and the graphics are the best I've seen on PSVR (PS4Pro). This is an impressive first entry with Aim compatibility. Must try for any VR fan.
  46. ShineHunter
    May 20, 2017
    7
    I noticed the brained zero's are on show as always. A zero game is one total broken and unplayable. This game isn't that at all. It plays just fine, but is it any good. First before I go into the game I want to talk about the aim controller a little. It fits in the hand very nice and all the buttons are well laid out, except the touch button which lucky for us isn't needed in Farpoint. II noticed the brained zero's are on show as always. A zero game is one total broken and unplayable. This game isn't that at all. It plays just fine, but is it any good. First before I go into the game I want to talk about the aim controller a little. It fits in the hand very nice and all the buttons are well laid out, except the touch button which lucky for us isn't needed in Farpoint. I love the aim controller and playing this game without it would of been a whole lot less fun. I would say the only down side is the drift some people have talked about which didn't happen to me, the going out of the play area which also didn't happen to me as pressing option button once and awhile help with placing. The story isn't half bad with a slow start, deep middle and ok ending. The graphics are good for a VR title and the usual blur is better in this title than others. (PS4 Pro) However it is bland and boring at times. The only time you get something amazing is when some event in the game has a purple wormhole spitting out alien mega space stations or you face of with a huge creature. The game play is OK but nothing special. shooting the same baddies that look like predator mated with a black window spider gets a little repetitive and it was very nice to see new enemies before I pulled my hair out of my ball sack of pure boredom. The aim controller was a pleasure to use. Shooting with the thing was so good I was fantasizing about what games could use this tool. At the moment I'm also playing Playerunknowns Battlegrounds and this aim controller and VR would make this game so needed. Anyway end fantasy. Looking down the sights to shoot was a selling point for me and VR just makes normal feeling games so much better that when a good game comes like RES7 it's just to good to miss. This game is good but lacks the feel of a true triple A title.
    For the fact it has an OK story, OK graphics, OK shooting manics and a amazing aim controller I'm going to give this a 7/10. Tempted to make it a 10/10 just to balance the brain dead zero's but that needs be saved for a TLOU 2 or Witcher 4. Must have this game if you already own a PSVR plus the aim controller, however don't pay through the roof.    … Expand
  47. kraenk
    May 20, 2017
    10
    It's really sad how unprofessional some of the reviews this is getting are.. This is easily one of the best experiences I've ever had in VR and it stands on its own feet being played with the fantastic Aim Controller...just comparing it to other non-VR shooters is amateurish and simply wrong...

    Guys, if you do. own a PSVR this is a must-buy...just make sure you buy the bundle as it    It's really sad how unprofessional some of the reviews this is getting are.. This is easily one of the best experiences I've ever had in VR and it stands on its own feet being played with the fantastic Aim Controller...just comparing it to other non-VR shooters is amateurish and simply wrong...

    Guys, if you do. own a PSVR this is a must-buy...just make sure you buy the bundle as it surely lacks without the great controller.

    Would give it an 8.5 but rate it a 10 to counter the VR-haters and XBots.    … Expand
  48. JazGalaxy
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Farpoint is a generic first person shooter THAT YOU ARE INSIDE! That alone is worth the cost of admission, to me. I play a standing up and an explosion early in the game startled me so much it nearly knocked me off my feet. I feel like I'm the kids in commercials I used to mock growing up as they dodged and crouched playing NES games. But in Farpoint, all that is for real.
  49. wesker2012
    May 2, 2018
    6
    Uninspired game design, very repetitive enemies/generic gameplay, and drab visuals make this an over-rated PSVR experience after a year and a half of PSVR being out.
  50. kingofgames
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    I'm giving the game an 10 but it is more of a 9 This is a must own game for if you have the VR. The graphics, while grainy, are pretty high up for the VR. The world is detailed and you truly feel like you are the one on a distant planet. One peeve I have is I wish the worlds were a bit more interactive.Best vr game to date.period.
  51. CraigEchols
    May 22, 2017
    8
    I'm giving the game an 8, but it is more of a 7.6-7.8. This is a must own game for if you have the VR. The graphics, while grainy, are pretty high up for the VR. The world is detailed and you truly feel like you are the one on a distant planet. One peeve I have is I wish the worlds were a bit more interactive. They are about a interactive as your average PS1 game in that you can only workI'm giving the game an 8, but it is more of a 7.6-7.8. This is a must own game for if you have the VR. The graphics, while grainy, are pretty high up for the VR. The world is detailed and you truly feel like you are the one on a distant planet. One peeve I have is I wish the worlds were a bit more interactive. They are about a interactive as your average PS1 game in that you can only work with what's part of the story. Speaking of the story, its short. Unfortunately short. Not very deep or detailed either. You can look at the back of the box and decipher the story pretty much from that.

    Shooting in this game is truly realistic. Not only do you have to actually align your sights with what you are shooting at, but the spray of the guns can be sporadic as well (just like a real gun). Unlike the heroes in most 1st person shooter video games, you actually have to put your arms up yourself and trust me, its a workout (no wonder Duke Nukem, the Doom guy, and Blazkowicz have huge arms). The enemies are cut and paste and eventually you do get the hang of their patterns, but it is what it is. I've yet to really try the multiplayer experience, but I am very much looking forward to it.

    Dings on the game are for a superficial and short story and lack of customization and variation. Its a point A to point B game, but it is truly a blast. This biggest problem with the game has less to do with the game and more to due with the price tag. Yes you can play the game with the dual shock controller successfully, but this game was truly designed for VR aim controller. Being that I didn't buy the game yet, I have to pay for the controller separately which is a pretty penny. I think they could have bundled the items together better rather than the current $80 package they have going right now. For a discount, I may consider it, but for now, its quite the cash grab (especially considering how much you already pay for the VR itself).

    Hopefully this game has some DLC and more features in the future because it is pretty bare-bones right now. I had been playing Eve:Valkyrie for awhile, but this is the game I was really waiting for with the VR. You shouldn't compare it to games like Battlefield, Call of Duty, or Destiny because it is not those games. However, there is still a large amount of untapped potential with this game and that's the real pull for it. Hopefully they continue to fill the empty spaces with content because the game in itself is a blast to play.    … Expand
  52. aluflint
    May 19, 2017
    10
    Este es el juego que da al primer paso al futuro. simplemente espectacular. una gran campaña, un coop con distintos niveles y dificultades y una gran inmersion gracias al aim. solo pongo de fallo que el tiempo no pase para tener un farpoint2 ya.
  53. Siriusbsnz
    May 24, 2017
    9
    Is this game the best FPS out there? NO
    Is this game the longest game out there? NO.
    Does this game have the best story? NO. Does it have the best Graphics? NO. Should you play it? ABSOLUTELY! Embark on a epic quest to save your companions while stranded on a hostile alien planet. Shoot your way through hordes of enemies that vary as you move forward throughout the campaign.    Is this game the best FPS out there? NO
    Is this game the longest game out there? NO.
    Does this game have the best story? NO.
    Does it have the best Graphics? NO.

    Should you play it? ABSOLUTELY!

    Embark on a epic quest to save your companions while stranded on a hostile alien planet. Shoot your way through hordes of enemies that vary as you move forward throughout the campaign.

    You'll find out that while the story is a bit cliche and that certain limitations that had to be placed to avoid motion sickness would make this at best a very mediocre REGULAR FPS game, the fact that it is in VR (and with a great AIM controller) makes it worth while. The gunplay is meaty and feels on point. The movement is smooth and I haven't experienced any motion sickness.

    I can accept the criticisms of some of the serious reviews, but the users that are scoring it with a 0 are totally wrong. (one of them gives it a 0 just because he is an Xbox guy - just look at his other reviews). Zeroes should only exist for absolute broken games.

    I invite everyone that actually HAS a PSVR to give it a try.

    Now, if you excuse me, I'm off to shoot some alien spiders in the face.    … Expand
  54. PreyingOcelot
    May 18, 2017
    10
    Perfect VR shooter, better than ANYTHING ON XBOX. FACT................................................................................................
  55. CobainCantDie
    May 30, 2017
    7
    Started out very strong, but lost a lot of good will by the end. This game is supported entirely by it's strong shooting, as it does feel very good to shoot stuff. However, the game shows you all the best stuff within the first act (about the first 2 hours of the 6 hour campaign). The best guns by far are the assault rifle and shotgun, the first two weapons you get. The most fun enemies toStarted out very strong, but lost a lot of good will by the end. This game is supported entirely by it's strong shooting, as it does feel very good to shoot stuff. However, the game shows you all the best stuff within the first act (about the first 2 hours of the 6 hour campaign). The best guns by far are the assault rifle and shotgun, the first two weapons you get. The most fun enemies to fight are the Starship Trooper-esque giant spiders, which are replaced by robots and green alien men for the second and third acts. The story is pretty good throughout the first two acts, but stapled a third act on that added nothing to the story but made it much more confusing. And the greatest sin is that the game just ends, with no resolution. You fight through a bunch of regular enemies (some of whom get insta-kill attacks towards the end), watch a cutscene that explains nothing and makes you furious at the characters, and roll credits. I really loved this game, but it should have ended at the end of the second act, it feels like they stapled an extra 2 hours onto the game, and dramatically harmed the overall experience in doing so. The aim controller is awesome, but this game will be completely forgotten once another big shooter is released. As is, I'd give it a 7:passable. HOWEVER, if this game was released without the VR stuff, as a 2d game played with the DS4, it would be a 3.… Expand
  56. MassEffect4Ever
    May 30, 2017
    4
    Jesus Christ, how the Sony fanboy drones are overrating this because it is on PSVR. Sorry guys but this is not unique. There are tens of VR first person shooters on PC and there have been for years, with the same kind of controllers and a VR experience in a much better resolution than the very poor PSVR goggles.

    About the game: I completed it and it was a less-than-okay experience. You    Jesus Christ, how the Sony fanboy drones are overrating this because it is on PSVR. Sorry guys but this is not unique. There are tens of VR first person shooters on PC and there have been for years, with the same kind of controllers and a VR experience in a much better resolution than the very poor PSVR goggles.

    About the game: I completed it and it was a less-than-okay experience. You have to get used to low-res PSVR at first, at least you do when you use VR on PC a lot, but when you do the gunplay becomes more exciting. That magic will pass after two hours, though, and then you realize that you're just playing another very poor and truly generic first person shooter game. It's literally walking from point A to B in a narrow lineair path while shooting at stuff. It's so generic that it almost felt insulting, it lasts 5 hours (!!) and it costs near full price (!!!!!). It'd be rewarded with 3's all across the board had it been released on anything else.

    For me, a controller that's the same as the one I've been using for years on PC (the PP Gun for Vive, which is even better actually and truly looks/feels like an actual gun) and the PSVR headset which is just worse than my Vive do not improve upon the experience. They do not make it unique because it isn't and for me, some average VR-peripherals do not magically turn a 3-game into a 8.5-game. It does make it a bit better, so I will let this get away with a 4, but that's already pushing this garbage. Sorry, sonyponies.    … Expand
  57. omochadreams
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    Wow, well done. Consider this is a first real VR first-persion shooter with many awesome features.
    When I was playing Farpoint for the first time, I felt like playing Doom for the first time back in 1993.
    It may have its drawbacks but overall it creates a 10 out of 10 experience. Just make these cutscene skip-able ;) Update: End of May 2017, they have released a patch that made the    Wow, well done. Consider this is a first real VR first-persion shooter with many awesome features.
    When I was playing Farpoint for the first time, I felt like playing Doom for the first time back in 1993.
    It may have its drawbacks but overall it creates a 10 out of 10 experience. Just make these cutscene skip-able ;)

    Update: End of May 2017, they have released a patch that made the game more precise and the overall experience even better. Great work!    … Expand
  58. dr_yev
    May 17, 2017
    6
    Don't get me wrong, this game is fun. Being able to actually aim adds a lot to the experience and I would be lying if I said that I was never startled by bugs jumping at my face. However, take away the VR, and it is at best an outdated shooter with poor graphics and an uninspired story. If it had any competition, a score of 6 would be generous.
  59. jameskirk609
    May 18, 2017
    4
    A pretty ok game but even when compared to VR titles it just doesn't hold up. The levels are linear, the enemies braindead, the game is very short, and it doesn't look that great. A good try though I guess and sometimes the shooting was fun with the new controller.
  60. ludl
    May 29, 2017
    4
    The good points: Something to actually do with VR which is fun enough. For shooter lovers who like a little challenge, enjoyable.
    The bad points: Completely straight line... no left, no right.
    The worst point: Basically no way to save anywhere between levels. I played an hour and reached the 2nd boss. Got a bit VR wonky. Come back on later and I am at the start of the level again. This    The good points: Something to actually do with VR which is fun enough. For shooter lovers who like a little challenge, enjoyable.
    The bad points: Completely straight line... no left, no right.
    The worst point: Basically no way to save anywhere between levels. I played an hour and reached the 2nd boss. Got a bit VR wonky. Come back on later and I am at the start of the level again. This is sloppy programming at best.    … Expand
  61. dypsomaniart
    May 19, 2017
    5
    I finished this game in one sitting in about 4.5 hours. It was Ok at best.
    If you want to play a good scifi shooter just play "scavangers odyssey" which comes with psvr worlds; That game had smooth fast movement, the ability to jump around and strafe your enemies, interesting environments, good graphics, story etc.
    I found Farpoint felt very slow and restricted with the character    I finished this game in one sitting in about 4.5 hours. It was Ok at best.
    If you want to play a good scifi shooter just play "scavangers odyssey" which comes with psvr worlds; That game had smooth fast movement, the ability to jump around and strafe your enemies, interesting environments, good graphics, story etc.
    I found Farpoint felt very slow and restricted with the character movement, the fact you can only rotate the camera left right not up and down and the slow walk and run speed really wasnt fun for me. No jumping or climbing, just a slow jog at best through long boring environments. When I died it was usually because of the painfully slow reloading of weapons or the fact you cant duck behind cover- no duck button, or the characters slow movement, making shooting from cover the only real option a lot of the time, no chance of running and jumping, strafing around your enemies.
    Even with the smooth turning and turn speed on 11 it was slow. Maybe it's supposed to feel like you're stuck in a restrictive space suit? (if so, what a dumb idea, who wants to pay to be trapped in a rubbish space suit)
    This game is probably great if it's your first time in vr, but for the gamers, or me at least, it's a huge slow awkward stumble backwards from even what we had in the first demo disk with Scavangers odyssey.
    Hopefully developers will stop dumbing down and start improving on what we already have.

    Plus the ending sucked. What a downer. The whole game is just a bit depressing from start to finish, the characters are trapped in a horrible situation and doomed to make the best of it, the world is drab and uninspiring, theres zero exploration, just follow the path or fall to your death, and seriously, I enjoyed the heartwarming story bit in the middle, then the story just went downhill into oblivion and ended on a down depressing note. Shooting was a bit of fun at first, but tracking on the aim regularly wandered. Sadly not impressed. A depressing, fairly tedious adventure.
    Buy "until dawn- rush of blood" if you want a good shooter.    … Expand
  62. Allthat
    May 18, 2017
    0
    This game is a bore fest, a slog to play, it feels so uninspired, its at least 10 times more generic than your most generic Call of Duty. This games main selling point however is that it is fully VR giving you an unprecedented level of immersion. But that just does't cut it for me... I want to play good games, VR or no VR. Don't make a bad game then say it's good cause it's VR. It's stillThis game is a bore fest, a slog to play, it feels so uninspired, its at least 10 times more generic than your most generic Call of Duty. This games main selling point however is that it is fully VR giving you an unprecedented level of immersion. But that just does't cut it for me... I want to play good games, VR or no VR. Don't make a bad game then say it's good cause it's VR. It's still a bad game.

    Waste of time and money. VR is cool, but this game is just f***ing bull***t !!    … Expand
  63. IIIiEssence
    May 18, 2017
    0
    And yet again, another short, uninspired VR game gets released for the PS4. I'd recommend purchasing it when it's in the bargain bin of your local game store or on sale in the PS store. Definitely not worth the full price admission.
  64. lipnox
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This is exactly what I want from psvr games, amazing story, great gameplay, challege modes with weapon upgrades to keep the fun going along with multiplayer pvp and co op. it may be a bit pricey with aim controller but I would say this is a need to own psvr games and is as essential to psvr as halo was for the original xbox.

    Pros - great story, great gameplay, amazing use of psvr    This is exactly what I want from psvr games, amazing story, great gameplay, challege modes with weapon upgrades to keep the fun going along with multiplayer pvp and co op. it may be a bit pricey with aim controller but I would say this is a need to own psvr games and is as essential to psvr as halo was for the original xbox.

    Pros - great story, great gameplay, amazing use of psvr

    Cons - ending was iffy and it feels like there could have been another 2 chapters at the end to flesh out what happens and give us a second boss fight.

    10/10    … Expand
  65. huiboy
    Oct 9, 2018
    6
    The prime example where a game is only "good" in VR but personally, it was still boring with the headset on and even worse if this game was not a VR game.

    To me, the movement and camera was awkward- i didn't like it in Skyrim, i don't like it here. Playing the game standing feels like you'll moving on a conveyor belt. I just don't think VR games will work for open world games. It will    The prime example where a game is only "good" in VR but personally, it was still boring with the headset on and even worse if this game was not a VR game.

    To me, the movement and camera was awkward- i didn't like it in Skyrim, i don't like it here. Playing the game standing feels like you'll moving on a conveyor belt. I just don't think VR games will work for open world games. It will probably benefit best with arcade type games where the game moves for you to proceed to the next stage.

    The graphics aren't great as it was hyped to be. The images have less depth than in Skyrim and often it feels like you're just staring at a poster.

    Now the part i should have mentioned first is the game play. The game play is slow and boring. The monsters are simple and not interesting to fight. It just feels like you're shooting at a non-responsive bot because they don't have mechanics to retaliate. Most of the time you're just walking around, scanning images to discover the story. Although i heard the story gets good, but doesn't end well, the game play was just unbearable.

    This game fails to be an "experience" like Batman VR. it puts you in a world that seems fascinating but is dull after several minutes. It uses the VR as a gimmick and the game play is shallow. I would like to rate this higher but i don't want other people to spend their money expecting something more. Go play Astrobot, Moss, I Expect You To Die, heck even London Heist and the diving simulator from VR Worlds was a better experience and well worth the money    … Expand
  66. RandomLetters27
    Jun 5, 2017
    10
    Well that's it: flat "shooters" are no longer shooters, because you don't actually aim and shoot like you do in Farpoint with the Aim controller. From now on I'll be calling flat shooters "Crosshair Management Sims" instead. :)

    Farpoint is the kind of game I've wanted ever since the FPS genre was invented, and man does it deliver. Aim, shoot, one-hand shotgun to the side, duck, spin,    Well that's it: flat "shooters" are no longer shooters, because you don't actually aim and shoot like you do in Farpoint with the Aim controller. From now on I'll be calling flat shooters "Crosshair Management Sims" instead. :)

    Farpoint is the kind of game I've wanted ever since the FPS genre was invented, and man does it deliver. Aim, shoot, one-hand shotgun to the side, duck, spin, aim down sights, hip fire, run one way while looking another while shooting in a third.....and gun-high-five your co-op buddy when the dust settles. This kind of gameplay has simply never been possible before on a gaming console. Ever. Ever. End of story.

    Oh wait, the story! My goodness, the story is way more amazing than I expected. Dark, touching, thought-provoking. A stunning example of what characters and narrative in VR can be. I am still vaguely haunted by one scene eye-to-eye with a life-sized character.

    Farpoint sets a new bar for PSVR and for shooters in general. All things are possible after this. Get it, get an Aim, and enjoy.    … Expand
  67. BraveScorpio
    May 30, 2017
    8
    Farpoint is an excellent game with an amazing gun. The adventure is over all to quickly, but its a blast while it lasts.

    The story for the game is actually quite good. Frequently reviewed as dull or generic, its actually excellent. The game's single player mode is quite long for VR, but short compared to any non-VR game. The gun is what makes this game a truly unique experience.    Farpoint is an excellent game with an amazing gun. The adventure is over all to quickly, but its a blast while it lasts.

    The story for the game is actually quite good. Frequently reviewed as dull or generic, its actually excellent. The game's single player mode is quite long for VR, but short compared to any non-VR game.

    The gun is what makes this game a truly unique experience. There is nothing quite like actually looking down the sights of the gun lining up your shots. The gun is an amazing device that will be compatible with at least a few upcoming games.

    Replay-ability is brought up with the inclusion of co-op mode, just be aware its co-op, not deathmatch. Its fun playing with other people, but there are things missing here that normal games have standard now a day. Namely, unlockables!

    What multiplayer shooter has nothing to work towards? There are no new characters, guns, skins or anything to unlock. There is just a leaderboard. Its better than nothing, and it is quite fun, when it works, but for me after attempting 30 online matches I was booted, dropped, disconnected from 28 of them. Over 2 nights I managed to complete 2 online games.

    Be aware of these issues, go in knowing what the game is. You are there for a good time, but not a long time.    … Expand
  68. vermeer82
    May 25, 2017
    8
    Quite a good PSVR game, but frankly not that immersive. If you want something really immersive, go try Windlands. In Farpoint you can only slowly walk, you cannot run, you cannot even jump!! So frustrating. No exploration at all, the game is linear.

    However, I must say the VR gun experience is very good. Switching between short-range and long-range guns is amazing, pacing firing and    Quite a good PSVR game, but frankly not that immersive. If you want something really immersive, go try Windlands. In Farpoint you can only slowly walk, you cannot run, you cannot even jump!! So frustrating. No exploration at all, the game is linear.

    However, I must say the VR gun experience is very good. Switching between short-range and long-range guns is amazing, pacing firing and getting under cover for gun reload, looking in the gun's visor to shoot remote targets.

    In a few words: this is one of the best PSVR games yet, but not the best frankly. Try Windlands for a breathtaking VR locomotion experience!    … Expand
  69. msstorey
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    This game is so good in VR with the aim controller. I'll never go back to a standard shooter game. I just can't now.
  70. Deaths_trooper
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing. High replay value. The story is short but the game really just starts after you finish the story. You truly have to master your shooting skills with the AIM controller (do not play without buying the AIM controller (PSVR gun) ) to get 3 stars in all missions. And they added free DLC with more challenges, more co-op missions and PvP battles online. As one of the first VRAbsolutely amazing. High replay value. The story is short but the game really just starts after you finish the story. You truly have to master your shooting skills with the AIM controller (do not play without buying the AIM controller (PSVR gun) ) to get 3 stars in all missions. And they added free DLC with more challenges, more co-op missions and PvP battles online. As one of the first VR games with the AIM controller, it is amazing that it already feels so natural and perfect. You mist look beyond the short story and see what an absolute experience it is, to be able to actual increase your aiming skills with a gun-controller.… Expand
  71. Abe_Oddworld
    Jun 4, 2018
    8
    Perfect use of the AIM-Controller. One of the most immersive games I've played.
  72. JohnyMosc
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    Must have for any PSVR owner. Best game for the system. Immersive as it gets. Graphics, action, Aim controller, co-op. This game straight rocks.
  73. chr1so
    Oct 4, 2021
    7
    Decent game & has the bonus of using the gun.
    Not a classic but worth playing
  74. Voodoo123
    Mar 13, 2018
    8
    +Aim controller is perfectly matched to suit the gameplay
    +Great visuals
    +Engaging story +Excellent soundscape -Gameplay repeats over long sessions of play Assuredly feels like a playable cross between starship troopers and star trek voyager. The weapons feel fantastic to fire! A pleasing volume of cutscenes serve as rewards for long bouts of arcade shoot-em-up throughout this 5    +Aim controller is perfectly matched to suit the gameplay
    +Great visuals
    +Engaging story
    +Excellent soundscape
    -Gameplay repeats over long sessions of play

    Assuredly feels like a playable cross between starship troopers and star trek voyager. The weapons feel fantastic to fire! A pleasing volume of cutscenes serve as rewards for long bouts of arcade shoot-em-up throughout this 5 hour adventure. A solid shooter fans of sci-fi action.    … Expand
  75. DealLaw
    Jun 4, 2019
    8
    Wow. Just wow. First off, get an aim controller. If you're planning on playing this with a gamepad, just don't buy the game until you purchase an aim. The immersion with the aim controller is simply amazing. Graphics are nothing special and break the immersion somewhat. However, walking through a dark cave, hearing spiders scurry about to your right, reaching into your backpack for aWow. Just wow. First off, get an aim controller. If you're planning on playing this with a gamepad, just don't buy the game until you purchase an aim. The immersion with the aim controller is simply amazing. Graphics are nothing special and break the immersion somewhat. However, walking through a dark cave, hearing spiders scurry about to your right, reaching into your backpack for a shotgun and then blowing them to hell only to be confronted by a 10 foot tall giant spider with armor charging after you is just an amazing (and horrifying) experience.

    If you have PSVR and an aim controller, cannot recommend this experience enough. SO much fun. This is what VR is about.    … Expand
  76. Unbiased_Critic
    Nov 3, 2017
    9
    Farpoint is a great game to play with the aim controller. It's the first game I played co op in vr and love it. The friend I played with stayed silent the whole time which ruined the experience a little, but it was very cool. The gun vibrates convincingly too, which is a nice touch. If you have the spare change, it's highly recommended, especially with the aim controller, as it's heavilyFarpoint is a great game to play with the aim controller. It's the first game I played co op in vr and love it. The friend I played with stayed silent the whole time which ruined the experience a little, but it was very cool. The gun vibrates convincingly too, which is a nice touch. If you have the spare change, it's highly recommended, especially with the aim controller, as it's heavily discounted in that bundle, and the peripheral will be supported further down the line.… Expand
  77. joaopontesvaz
    Nov 3, 2017
    7
    Graphics: 8.0 Sound: 8.0 Gameplay: 7.5 Fun/Story: 7.0

    A good VR game/shooter specially with the PSVR aim controller. It has some story failures and lacks of more variety of levels and enemies. Overall a consistent VR game.
  78. darek79r19
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    The best PS VR game I have played so far. I wish I had played with the aim controller, I hope the PS VR 2 will have equally good games. Fantastic use of weapons, interesting story in the background, amazing second part of the game. It's worth a game.
  79. samkaz
    Feb 5, 2019
    8
    Great game and incredible introduction to the immersive experience VR brings. Walking on an alien planet and firing my weapon in every direction I looked towards was really fun. My gripes however would be that the difficulty would ramp up dramatically during certain sequences in the game and sometimes the graphics rendering wouldn't hold up. I also felt it was quite short. Definitely oneGreat game and incredible introduction to the immersive experience VR brings. Walking on an alien planet and firing my weapon in every direction I looked towards was really fun. My gripes however would be that the difficulty would ramp up dramatically during certain sequences in the game and sometimes the graphics rendering wouldn't hold up. I also felt it was quite short. Definitely one to add to your PSVR library though!… Expand
  80. BobaGabe
    May 20, 2018
    10
    Farpoint is the high water mark for FPS VR games. The aim controller is outstanding. The campaign is interesting and has a lot of variety. The co-op mode is the best of PSVR. And if you want a really challenge there is the Challenge mode.
  81. Skepller
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    Amazing game! I'd definitely recommend if you have a PSVR and Aim Controller.
    Wouldn't give it a 10 because it has some slight issues, the story takes a bit to get some pace (but later on becomes really cool) and it could be improved in some minor graphical and controller related matters, but there are way more positives then negatives. Give this a chance!
    Also, don't pay attention to    Amazing game! I'd definitely recommend if you have a PSVR and Aim Controller.
    Wouldn't give it a 10 because it has some slight issues, the story takes a bit to get some pace (but later on becomes really cool) and it could be improved in some minor graphical and controller related matters, but there are way more positives then negatives. Give this a chance!

    Also, don't pay attention to the critic reviews, the score went a lower than it should because most of them compare this to a non-VR FPS, which is totally unfair and a complete different experience.    … Expand
  82. boris_out
    May 29, 2018
    6
    Почувствуй себя звездным десантником!

    FarPoint может показаться второсортным шутером на пару вечеров. И на самом деле так оно и есть, если бы не PS VR, который может подарить вам абсолютно новый игровой опыт в виртуальной реальности. 6 из 10 за хорошую реализацию, но слишком простую механику игры.    Почувствуй себя звездным десантником!

    FarPoint может показаться второсортным шутером на пару вечеров. И на самом деле так оно и есть, если бы не PS VR, который может подарить вам абсолютно новый игровой опыт в виртуальной реальности.

    6 из 10 за хорошую реализацию, но слишком простую механику игры.
  83. pacific1
    Feb 5, 2019
    8
    This is a good game and it has improved over time with the addition of multiplayer. First game to make use of the aim controller which is incredible. Do not play this game without it. Co-op is fun and usually there are people still playing it.
  84. Heyyoitsmerambo
    Nov 8, 2019
    8
    PSVR AIM CONTROLLER IS A MUST for this game. This is one of the best games period for the PSVR. The story is interesting, and it doesn't make you motion sick.
  85. Dendrobium
    Jun 5, 2018
    8
    I was not expecting a lot out of this game when I first tried it at a friends house. It seemed like it was a quick forgettable title. I was very wrong. You quickly get lost in the game going through the world and exploring a bit, though I wish the areas had a bit more to explore.

    Game play is pretty fun, and in some areas you can get overwhelmed by enemies if you aren't careful or    I was not expecting a lot out of this game when I first tried it at a friends house. It seemed like it was a quick forgettable title. I was very wrong. You quickly get lost in the game going through the world and exploring a bit, though I wish the areas had a bit more to explore.

    Game play is pretty fun, and in some areas you can get overwhelmed by enemies if you aren't careful or aren't switching weapons. Some of the boss fights especially can get difficult. There are quite a few areas though that seem sparse. Once you learn where some of the enemies come from, as in what type of terrain features, you can quickly learn to expect them and shoot before they've had a chance to do anything.

    The length was pretty decent. I didn't have my VR legs yet on the first couple play through sessions, so it ended up taking me around a week of gradually longer play times to beat it. I kind of wish it was a bit longer, but compared to many of the other VR titles, it is long.

    The graphics were pretty good and the UI was pretty solid as well. I liked the story and finding bits of it to complete and move the story on the way was a nice touch.

    Movement was pretty well done with the aim controller. I never really had any moments where I was fumbling and everything was explained and laid out well enough of the aim to make sense and be easily usable in more active situations.

    I gave it 8 because I wish it was a bit longer, I ran into many spots of sparse enemies which combined with being hallway shooter (semi confined space and can't really explore a whole lot) made the game feel even shorter. However I do feel like the game is one you definitely should pick up.    … Expand
  86. Santanilla
    Nov 23, 2019
    9
    Simply put, future of shooter is now and Farpoint has done a great job guiding future developers in how to build a high quality FPS VR experience, Flat gaming is overly saturated, VR needs to become the priority for the whole gaming industry, this game is awesome. I can’t wait for next gen psvr to come out , and the one after that one.
  87. tobivv
    Nov 27, 2019
    5
    The hour-long unskippable cutscene at the beginning of the game, as well as really not interesting cutscenes throughout the campaign, ruin the experience. Shooting is ok, sniper rifle has no scope
  88. Malim360
    Dec 19, 2019
    10
    Perfect playability with aim, It the next level in shooting games. Good variaty of kinds of enemies and weapons. Good graphics with a interesting story (it is improveable but very well). It is a completaly new experience, you have to try It.
  89. Shenandoah
    Jul 21, 2020
    8
    It is a great sci-fi shooter exclusively for VR and makes a lot of fun when playing with the aim controller. Personally I miss to see more and better cutscenes with a deeper story. The story feels unsurrounded and the levels isolated. Also the immersion is not fully optimized for what it could possible, depending mostly on game and level design. When I did not know that this game was madeIt is a great sci-fi shooter exclusively for VR and makes a lot of fun when playing with the aim controller. Personally I miss to see more and better cutscenes with a deeper story. The story feels unsurrounded and the levels isolated. Also the immersion is not fully optimized for what it could possible, depending mostly on game and level design. When I did not know that this game was made exclusively for VR I would bet that this is just a mod of a non-VR shooter. And that is the point, where I see some potential which was not unlocked of this game. All in all it is still a really good VR game, they simply miss to harvest some of the low hanging fruits.… Expand
  90. FRIST_008
    Nov 8, 2021
    8
    Собственно после кучу видео обзоров, и неохотности проходить игру, она меня удивила. Тут есть необычный сюжет, который все обошли стороной и прикопались к геймплею. А геймплей тут почти однообразный.

    В первой половине игры в вр очень интересно стрелять. Наверное оценка близится к шедевру на 10 балов. Но со второй половины игры всё рушится и падаем на 6 балов, где у меня кучу вопросов к    Собственно после кучу видео обзоров, и неохотности проходить игру, она меня удивила. Тут есть необычный сюжет, который все обошли стороной и прикопались к геймплею. А геймплей тут почти однообразный.

    В первой половине игры в вр очень интересно стрелять. Наверное оценка близится к шедевру на 10 балов. Но со второй половины игры всё рушится и падаем на 6 балов, где у меня кучу вопросов к удобству стрельбы из спойлер*** пушек. Да тут есть разнообразие в оружии, что не даёт заскучать, даже во второй половине игры.

    Но больше держит всё-таки сюжет. Дело в том, что пока вам очень интересного стрелять сюжет тут банален настолько, что к нему кучу вопросов, и он получает 6 балов. Как будто делали под копирку фантастику 80-ых. Но когда вам становится не интересно стрелять, в вас стреляет сюжет, который удосуживается моих 9-ти баллов. То есть я рекомендую вам ознакомится с его неожиданным поворотом.

    Если у вас есть консоль, то шутер заслуживает суммарную оценку хорошей игры, которую я могу рекомендовать на безрыбье.    … Expand
  91. chrij
    Oct 23, 2021
    8
    This game is really a masterpiece for everyone who owns the Aim Gun for the PlayStation. Only few games use the gun so great and accurate. Sadly, the story of the game starts great but ends boring. Otherwise it could have been a ten out of ten. I really cannot understand why they did not make sequel.

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 62
  3. Negative: 1 out of 62
  1. LevelUp
    Jan 17, 2018
    78
    Farpoint is weak as a shooter but strong as one of the most complete PS VR experiences. Playing it with DualShock 4 is acceptable but definitively the best way to shoot aliens is with the terrific PS VR Aim Controller. If you put aside the boring level design you’ll have pretty good shooting action with the additional challenges.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 29, 2017
    60
    Farpoint did not come out exactly as expected. The new Aim controller may show some potential for the future, but it was not successful in fixing errors of a weaker content. Moreover, the campaign is too short. [Issue#277]
  3. CD-Action
    Sep 25, 2017
    60
    Short, simple, derivative and somewhat undercooked, but VR does make a difference. Shortage of serious VR games lowers the bar significantly, so you can pick up Farpoint, but do not expect the messiah VR needs. [09/2017, p.53]
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