Rain of Arrows

[h1]Experienced on the Oculus Quest 2[/h1] You can view my initial impressions review & gameplay here: https://youtu.be/TMVurUVIKGE This is a stand-still 360 archery wave shooter / "bullet or arrow hell" rogue-lite that is quasi on-rails. What I mean by that is that you're basically on a raft that goes forward without your input in the water. However, you can paddle side to side to avoid obstacles. Meanwhile, you can dodge side to side to avoid enemy projectiles and you can even use a shield to protect you against some types of damage. I believe you have 3 deaths and you can get upgrades after beating a boss. You will be shooting a ton of arrows. Unfortunately, while the bow & arrow mechanic is passable, it just isn't as good as in other VR games such as In Death or Sacralith or Elven Assassin. Also, the game does start out rather slowly with a limited number of enemy types. Plus, you will be looking at the same environment for each level. At least you do get new enemy types, new bosses, & upgrades. You also have 4 arrow types (explosive, health, piercing & slow time). While trying to shoot enemies accurately, you also have to paddle left or right to avoid rocks or explosive b…

Good game , the arrow physics are top notch, graphics entertaining, and pacing is just about right for this kind of game. BUT, I would love it if you got rid of the obscuring flames on the end of the arrow, at least when you turn off player aim assist. Can't see the target at all which makes it very hard to hit it. The one thing I like the most about bow and arrow games is judging the trajectory to hit the target, never want aim assist. The mechanic for bringing up the shield and paddle is inspired I think. Very quick and intuitive. Thanks for the fun.

I enjoyed this, but the price is too steep for something about an hour long.