Late For Work

Late for work is great fun with friends! I played maybe 20 minutes single player and it wasn't anything amazing in my opinion but when I got together with friends we played for hours without stopping and that is where the game really shines. My favorite mode by far is last man standing where players pick up powerups to enable them to turn into random items in the environment to hide from the gorilla. I would highly recommend this game for anyone looking for a fun local co op vr game.. I plan on playing this a ton in the future. If I were to rate this game in its current state I would give it a 8/10 which is pretty amazing since it is still in development, I imagine that score will only go up. My only wish is that they added better AI for single player and more game modes and maps but im sure that more will come with time.

I ended up having a small get together (5 people in total) and bought all of the asymmetrical games I could find via a master reddit post. After trying out all of them, Late For Work, was the biggest hit. (Everyone agreed this was the best one we played) We got a big kick out of it and laughed quite a lot since we talked smack to one another as a flatscreener or as the VR player. We tried all out of the game modes, set it up with 4 xbox controllers on a TV monitor (computer was hooked up to it) and it was a blast! I'm going to refer to the VR player as "Gorilla" for the rest of this review. There are several modes (it's been a couple weeks since I've played). Some of them are very basic that I think most people will win as the gorilla like "hide n seek". However, there are two that we kept playing (keep in mind we are 25 year old who all play lots of games). The UFO mode where flat screen players are UFOs and abduct cows while the Gorilla tries to stop you. This as a Gorilla was difficult since there are 4 UFOs almost all of the time, but that's what made it so fun since you really had to try as the Gorilla and you basically played mind games with him as a flat screen player. In other words, the fun part was difficulty, mixed with crap talking your friends as you grab their space ships and huck them into the ground or smack them to explode. The other mode that I enjoyed was the cow running one. Flat screen players are all cows and the Gorilla tries to stop them from making it to the farm. There are lots of fake cows so you try to slip out and escape so the gorilla doesn't notice you. I am very familiar with VR so I typically won this as a Gorilla. However, my friends who do not own VR aren't the best at locomotion or VR controls and it was hysterical to race to the farm and talk crap to them as they lost. Honestly, out of all of the asymmetrical games I bought this was the most fun, easiest to understand, and had a lot of game modes so I could see some of them being amazing for 8-13 year olds or even 40-60 year olds who may not have the best skills at VR. I didn't feel like someone without a lot of video game experience would suffer from playing this game on flat screen or as the VR player just because there are only a few buttons you need to press as a flat screener and VR usually makes sense to people once they get familiar with the Vive controller. I highly recommend this game if you are having a get together of at least 5 people (including yourself) since it's just a good time. I'm glad I purchased it and looking forward to the holidays when I can play it with my family. EDIT: Grammar

Неиграбельно вдвоём - все режимы имеют явный перекос или в сторону людей, или в сторону гориллы.

monkee

Played for the first time earlier this week with a friend. Tried punching a jet out of the sky and shattered the glass light fixture on my ceiling. 10/10

My friend mastered the ways of the gorilla, he managed to find a method to go light speed breaking time and space. With that, he started having literal dreams of this gorilla.. it still calls to him.. he is.. gorilla.. thank you devs for giving my friend his life's purpose.

The best Asymmetical VR game. We have so much fun playing this game. Please add more content!

In Late For Work, one player assumes the role of a gigantic gorilla wreaking havoc, while up to four other players team up to try and bring the beast down. This chaotic, fast-paced VR party game is designed to keep everyone on their toes, blending both intense action and lighthearted fun. The game’s premise is simple: the gorilla must either wreak havoc and survive or be taken down by a group of determined players. The local multiplayer aspect is perfect for gatherings, as it supports a blend of VR and non-VR players, allowing everyone to jump into the action and enjoy the madness together. The rounds in Late For Work are quick and filled with intense action, making it a perfect fit for fast-paced gaming sessions. Players can swap out in between rounds, taking turns as the mighty gorilla or trying to take it down with everything they have. The game keeps things fun and unpredictable, with an emphasis on over-the-top physics where nearly every object in the environment can be used as a weapon or shield. This dynamic makes the gameplay more entertaining as players hurl objects, dodge attacks, and scramble to use whatever they can to either escape or fight back. The game features a variety of playful and chaotic game modes, each bringing a unique twist to the standard party gameplay. In Classic Deathmatch, the VR gorilla faces off against tanks and jets in a battle for supremacy, while in Hide & Seek, players work to retrieve stolen work items before time runs out. The Last Man Standing mode challenges players to find hidden enemies while avoiding the trickery of special disguises. For even more absurdity, Bull Run introduces normal and rebel cows that players must distinguish between, and UFO Invaders pits players against aliens attempting to abduct livestock. The playful nature of the game extends to modes like Bodyguard, where players must identify hidden spies before they eliminate their VIP targets, and Ape Escape, where the tiny gorilla must evade capture by mad scientists armed with oversized nets. Each game mode introduces new challenges and strategies, ensuring that no two rounds ever feel the same. The variety of modes offers something for everyone, whether they prefer action-packed battles or more strategic, hide-and-seek-style gameplay. Overall, Late For Work excels in its ability to bring people together for a shared VR experience, blending chaos, strategy, and humor into one fun-filled package. The combination of local multiplayer with both VR and non-VR players is a rare treat, making it an excellent choice for group gaming sessions. The wild physics and creative game modes keep the action fresh, and the game’s lighthearted tone ensures it’s always more fun than frustrating. Whether you’re a VR enthusiast or a newcomer, Late For Work offers a memorable and engaging multiplayer experience that’s sure to keep everyone laughing and coming back for more. Rating: 8/10