
Ashen Arrows is a Nordic mythology-themed VR archery game featuring roguelike gameplay, tower defense elements, and puzzles.
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In times of great peril, even Gods might need the help of mortals. In such times, in service to their people, mere hunters - just like you - must harden themselves in battle to become legendary archers.
Archers, who are worthy of challenging not just brigands, fierce warriors or monstrous mythological creatures but even dragons!
Fight your way through the realms of north mythology to complete the saga, and reveal the secrets of the Ashen Arrow!
Defend your base with the help of your bow, various arrow-types, traps, tactics and modifiers. Combine your wits and skills, to counter the numerous and varied enemies attacking your home!
Prove yourself to the gods and receive their blessings and relics to help your way through the adventures, and fulfill your destiny by stopping Ragnarök!
Ashen Arrows is a rouge-like wave-defense first-person VR adventure-game, where the player defends their base from continuous waves of varied enemies as an Archer. Use different skills, arrows, modifiers from your roster, and choose different approaches to deal with your foes - the possibilities are endless - every round, every run is different! So go for the "god-run", or just play through the atmospheric, narrated story mode's first maps, introducing the saga of a heroic hunter, and their mighty quest towards the end of the world!
- Saga mode -
With three, narrated, scenic tutorial maps - teaching the basics of movement and combat, game-mechanics and tactics - the players are introduced to the story of a heroic hunter and their mighty quest, soon to be unfold in further updates as the game improves and grows.
- Bastion mode -
This mode currently features 4 maps of different realms from north mythology, but will include much more in further updates - It focuses on infinite replayability, thanks to the roguelike elements incorporated into the gameplay, consisting of randomized skill-pool, loot, enemies, modifiers and so on. Go for the "god-run"!
- CO-OP mode -
The co-op gameplay allows up to three players to join forces and play together, with the option to engage in the Bastion game mode. Playing with friends offers a completely different and enjoyable experience, because it adds an element of teamwork and coordination that can make the gameplay more exciting.
The Saga mode has been designed to be a single-player experience only.
- Player customization -
The players are able to customize their banners, by selecting from a range of colors, icons, and borders. Additionally, the appearance of players is customizable as well. This allows you to showcase to your co-op teammates what kind of Viking you truly are!
- Varied options for gameplay -
Different skills and modifiers for your bow help achieve a different play-style every run!
Utilize passive defense like barricades, traps, and base-repairing skills to stabilize your progress.
Ask the Gods for their favor, and they shall aid you in form of blessings and effects based on chance, potentially giving the upper edge in tight situations.
Alter the battleground with environmentals like barrels, fire or lightning for your advantage - this range of reactive environments might also be expanded in the future!
Different maps feature different enemies - discover and use counter-tactics against them, to adapt best to the current situation!
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Languages: English*, Simplified Chinese*languages with full audio support
Engagement
Hours played at review time, across 27 reviews with recorded playtime.
Reviews
Un jeu très sympa mais dommage qu'il ne soit pas traduit en français car il est difficile pour moi de comprendre à quoi sert chaque item.
First check out my Gameplay video here: https://youtu.be/2ZkrSuai2N8 I have to admit, this one surprised me. I wasn’t expecting it to be bad. But I didn’t expect how much fun I would have with it. Usually tower defense games get pretty repetitive and basic. But Ashen Arrows in VR is just a nice change of pace. I would definitely recommend this one.
Unfortunately, the game feels like something that came out 7 or 8 years ago. If I didn't get this through a Humble Bundle, I'd already have a refund request pending.
В целом игра норм . Но есть минусы : 1) Нужно пройти душную сюжетку для открытия новых кооп карт . 2) Нет повышения уровня сложности кроме двойного выстрела в колокол для того чтобы три волны стали одной 3) Карты кроме дефолтной не особо интересные ( меняется только дальность откуда спавнятся мобы) , но из-за того что карта большая волны под нее кажутся мелкими и мобы бегают почти в одиночку. 4) Система выдачи экстра-поинтов для набора очков не понятная вообще . Какие только зависимости не искали - все без толку. Это скорее полный рандом. Игра удержала только тем что можно войти в топ по очкам на каждой карте, но к сожалению если у вас стак из 2 человек , то результат 3 человек вы не побьете.
I experienced VR sickness almost immediately at the start of the game. It feels like the game could benefit from some optimization. For instance, the teleportation mechanic causes a slight drop after using it, which made me feel uncomfortable. Additionally, like many other Unity-based VR games, the environment could be simplified. The terrain has small inclines and declines, which doesn't feel comfortable in VR and contributes to motion sickness. A more flat, even terrain would likely improve the experience for players sensitive to VR discomfort.
ストア表記には書かれていませんが、日本語対応しています。機械翻訳ではなく、ちゃんとした翻訳です。ロビーに猫がいて可愛い。最初のステージをクリアしただけですが物語仕立てのチュートリアルは丁寧で、よく出来ている感じです。 自分の環境(Quest3+VirtualDesktop+OVR Advanced Settings)では最初は音が出ませんでしたが、OVR Advanced SettingsのAudio設定でSteam Streaming Speakersを選択すると音が出ました。
Yes it is another Bow and Arrow wave shooter but it has some Story , Adventure and puzzle Elements . And where it really shines is the unique upgrades you can buy to your Bow , Arrows and Surroundings. At the beginning your arrow flys in a curve , fully upgraded it flys in a straight line. You really can snipe things. The only thing thats not for me is the graphics . But you buy a game to have fun for some hours and you definitly get this here. The price tag is a bit higher than you would expect from such a game but i already hav 5 hours in this game and there is more to come , so especially if you like archer games in VR like me it is a must buy.
🏹 Rapport de mission – Archer Elfe Niv. 87, Détachement de la Garde Sylvestre Si vous lisez ce message, c’est que j’ai survécu à ma première incursion dans Ashen Arrows. Félicitations à moi. 🎮 Expérience de tir : satisfaisante L’arc réagit comme il se doit — précis, fluide, et chaque flèche décochée est une promesse de chaos pour l’ennemi. Les sensations sont bonnes, le retour visuel convaincant, et le système de flèches spéciales (feu, glace, etc.) offre des variantes tactiques dignes d’un Conseil de Guerre elfique. Seul hic : pas de viseur. Pas gênant pour moi (vision elfique oblige), mais les humains pourraient rater quelques orcs. 🧠 Le jeu en VR : bien pensé Mention spéciale pour les options : Jeu assis ou debout Mode gaucher Téléportation ou déplacement libre Réglage de la vitesse Bref, même un nain enrhumé pourrait y jouer sans tomber de sa chaise. 📖 Lore et ambiance : au rendez-vous Des ruines nordiques, du Ragnarök à la pelle, une ambiance mystico-dramatique avec en prime un narrateur qui lâche un petit "bien joué Legolas" quand on s’en sort bien. Oui, j’ai souri. Oui, j’ai relancé une partie direct après. 🧠 Fatigue mentale : légère surcharge de mana Après une session un peu longue, mal de crâne en embuscade. Classique en VR, mais ça mérite d’être noté. Pas un dealbreaker, mais pensez à faire des pauses entre deux vagues de draugar. 💥 Fun fact : défendre une base contre des hordes enragées, poser des pièges, tirer 60 flèches à la minute et entendre un narrateur te féliciter ? Addictif. ⚖️ Verdict final Ashen Arrows, c’est le plaisir simple de faire pleuvoir des flèches dans une ambiance mythologique bien dosée. Il manque deux-trois éléments de confort (viseur, clarté visuelle longue durée), mais le tir à l’arc est solide, le gameplay nerveux, et l’ambiance réussie. Pour les amateurs de légendes, de dragons et de gestes héroïques en VR : vous avez trouvé votre sanctuaire. 🪶 Note : 4 flèches sur 5 – et croyez-moi, je les ai toutes décochées.
VR dünyasında kullanmasının en keyifli olduğu silahlardan biri de yay kesinlikle ve Ashen Arrows da yay ve ok kullanımına odaklanan bir VR oyunu. Daha çok dalga dalga üstünüze koşan düşman sürülerini avlıyorsunuz ama çeşitli oklarla ve pasif özelliklerle oynanış daha çeşitli ve keyifli bir hale getirilmeye çalışılmış. Ayrıca oyunun atmosferi, ses tasarımı ve bir şeyler anlatma çabasını da çok taktir ettim. Şahaser diyemem ama VR içinde keyifli saatler geçirtecektir.
The most entertaining co-op game I've played so far! Endless combination possibilities, a lot of challenges, 0 boring moments - that's Ashen for you. Thank you for letting me play your game, Pipes :)
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