Firewall Zero Hour

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
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  1. Wccftech
    Sep 19, 2018
    72
    First Contact Entertainment has shown they know how to make a team-based shooter work in virtual reality, Now, they need to show that Firewall Zero Hour is more than just a proof of concept by adding in more content before the player base dries up.
  2. Gameblog.fr
    Sep 12, 2018
    70
    Firewall Zero Hour is a good VR mulitplayer shooter, but it lacks content.
  3. Meristation
    Sep 10, 2018
    70
    Halfway between Counter Strike and Rainbow Six Siege we can found Firewall Zero Hour, a multiplayer FPS for VR that works really well and it's creating a surprising community behind. It's exciting, immersive... and so simple. Shallow and repetitive, but it has a great future set.
  5. Twinfinite
    Sep 5, 2018
    70
    Firewall Zero Hour is a masterclass in accessible, immersive VR first-person shooting. Its sharp, intuitive tactical gameplay and well-designed maps make for intense 4v4 action that’s a level above anything else available on PlayStation VR. However, it cannot be ignored that the progression slog and rapidly emptying lobbies make Firewall a difficult game to commit to.
  6. 3DJuegos
    Sep 5, 2018
    70
    Another FPS shooter for PSVR, this time an online multiplayer centered one. It´s not perfect by any means and only includes one game mode (at least at this moment), but at the same time it can be a really fun shooter.
  7. Trusted Reviews
    Sep 3, 2018
    70
    Firewall can be an incredible experience – and easily the most exciting and immersive VR shooter that I’ve played. It’s just a shame that there’s not more co-op and single-player action, more competitive modes or shorter waits between the game’s bite-sized matches.
  8. EGM
    Sep 4, 2018
    65
    Firewall Zero Hour is one of the most precise and tactical VR shooters out there. Too bad the systems surrounding it are so wanting.
  9. Attack of the Fanboy
    Sep 4, 2018
    60
    Firewall: Zero Hour borrows from some of the greatest shooters around and tacks on some great VR support. However, the sum is not quite equal to its parts and the feeling one gets from playing the final game is that it's somewhat incomplete and not worth investing much time in.
  10. Push Square
    Aug 29, 2018
    60
    There’s no doubt that Firewall Zero Hour’s tactical combat works well in virtual reality – in fact, the fledgling medium adds a lot to this FPS, allowing you to naturally gesture to teammates and intuitively check your corners in a way you couldn’t on a standard display. But while there are some structural and technical issues that we have confidence First Contact Entertainment will be able to fix, it’s the question marks over its community that make it a tough sell. It’s a chicken-and-egg situation that’s unfortunate for everyone involved, but it’s something that the developer would have been aware of when it embarked on creating an online-only multiplayer shooter for an install base of a few million headsets. Good as the game may be, it's something you need to keep in mind as well.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Sep 2, 2018
    An exquisitely thought-out tactical shooter that's instantly a PSVR great. [Recommended]

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 294 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 240 out of 294
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 294
  3. Negative: 40 out of 294
  1. Johndyce
    Sep 5, 2018
    10
    Simply amazing and this will go down as a technology defining game, like Goldeneye in the 90s, which brought multiplayer shooting to consoles.Simply amazing and this will go down as a technology defining game, like Goldeneye in the 90s, which brought multiplayer shooting to consoles.
    Here are the various reasons why I instantly love this game and I can't wait to play every chance I get. There have been shooters in VR and PSVR but they pull off 4v4 PERFECTLY. I never experienced lag or any weird issues and that is on LAUNCH. That never happens. The graphics are fantastic, the gun sounds realistic, the maps varied and gorgeous, and it facilitates teamwork and cooperation. The games are quick and you get into a game right away after finishing. I played three hours last night and never had a lull in the action.
    There are SO many guns to unlock, skills, cosmetics, and other customization options. I truly can't believe how well the developers made this game. It is instantly accessible yet deep enough to keep unlocking and trying out things for months.
    The aim tracking is impeccable.
    Grouping up with other people works perfectly and they even let you invite recent players to your party. It's small details like this that go a long way.
    People may complain that the walking movement is too slow. But guess what - there is a contractor with extra speed and also a skill that gives you extra speed. That means when you DO unlock those things, it is going to seem extra powerful. So the weakness is actually a strength - the choices you make on your character actually matter.
    If you are a gamer, this is ABSOLUTELY WORTH BUYING A PSVR and even buying a PS4 if you don't have one. I am dead serious. It's that much fun. I haven't had this much fun playing a video game since I was a kid and we discovered goldeneye. Something about being in VR with your friends, attacking other people and the infinite strategic variations other humans bring, is completely mind blowing.
    I'm actually concerned this game is going to ruin my life because it's that good. Not perfect -- nothing is-- but I truly believe this will go down as the landmark game when the masses discover how good VR is really good. I can honestly say I have no desire to play anything else and no desire to play flat games anymore. It's like going from black and white to color.    … Full Review »
  2. fvolpim
    Aug 28, 2018
    10
    Simple as that: They promised and they delivered! The best aim controller game until now.
    Remember when you used to play CS? Now you are    Simple as that: They promised and they delivered! The best aim controller game until now.
    Remember when you used to play CS? Now you are inside it :)

    Take the old CS map style, slow the pace llike the tactical Rainbow Six, mix it on the VR blender. This is Firewall Zero Hour.    … Full Review »
  3. retroman72
    Aug 28, 2018
    10
    I was skepticle about this game at 1st but let me tell you all my doubts were layed to rest...This game is hands down the most beautiful andI was skepticle about this game at 1st but let me tell you all my doubts were layed to rest...This game is hands down the most beautiful and fun psvr game i have played to date! The controls and graphics are very good and it really shows off the potential psvr has. I knew within a hour of playing this game that this was goin to be a great game. If you dont own a psvr then heres your reason to buy one!… Full Review »
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