Where do I even start: The graphics, used sparingly but effectively; The music, ominously absent; The story, heart wrenching and i yet couldn't look away; The open world, some of the best and most subtle world building in gaming history. Not one of these aspects falls short of perfection. Not since Superman 64 has a game being so criminally underrated.
The game starts in a way that perfectly builds the atmosphere the sudden title screen shows there no padding throughout the story (and like a telltale your choices matter) the lack of an icon on the task bar may scare you into thinking its malware however this is subtly foreshadowing how this game will make you feel raw emotion.
The story is dense with character drama and to spoil any part in this review would keep me up at night.
This game has clear inspiration from fallout 76 the hunger and thirst mechanics make you feel like you are there. However unlike fallout it fits VR seamlessly with not a single graphical issue or fault.
The Rpg aspects are perfectly implemented and don't get in the way of the story. It is unique as exploration is both dangerous and rewarding as it can both end or extend your in game life depending on skill and your ability to adapt to the many challenging encounters.
i could not help but mention the soundtrack which perfectly counters the game play filling you with adrenaline when the action in the picks up, and the sorrow at the more dramatic parts.
While the game is nothing less then the second coming of christ i feel like the MMO aspects are not fully polished and finding another player is rare. I think to combat this the Devs should team up with the epic games launcher to give free copies to new players and expand the playerbase. I cannot wait to see the
continuation of the story in the upcoming dlc and i can't recommened this game more. 87/100
