Battle Talent, which recently received a multiplayer update, offers a dynamic and immersive roguelite sword-fighting experience on the Meta Quest and Steam. Developed by CyDream, it’s a physics-based medieval fantasy game that challenges players with its complex combat system. Here’s our review of the Quest version.
The game’s premise is fairly straightforward, as you find yourself in a medieval fantasy world where you navigate procedurally generated dungeons, battling a diverse array of enemies and bosses. With over 80 enemy variants, the combat remains fresh and unpredictable, adding to the game’s lasting appeal even though it would have been nice to have a more fleshed our narrative. Instead, the focus is more on creating your own fighting style and customizing talent points in roguelike levels, with some solid fighting mechanics to keep you engaged.
Gameplay is where Battle Talent truly shines, with a highly responsive and fairly realistic combat system, allowing players to use melee, ranged, and spell attacks. The physics-based interactions add a layer of authenticity, making each encounter feel unique. The game features over 100 weapons and 60 perks to mix and match, giving players plenty of options to tailor their combat style or try out something new. The multiplayer mode, supporting 2-4 players, enhances the experience by allowing friends to join forces with you and tackle dungeons together. This is a VR enthusiast’s title though, and the game’s difficulty can be daunting for those not too experienced in VR.
The controls in Battle Talent are well-optimized for the Meta Quest, offering a smooth and intuitive experience. The game also supports Mixed Reality Mode on Quest 3, which adds an extra layer by blending the real world with the game environment. The built-in voice chat in multiplayer mode facilitates coordination among players, further enhancing the immersion.
Visually, Battle Talent impresses with its detailed environments and character designs. The dungeons are richly varied, providing a visually stimulating backdrop for the action, which is effectively complemented by the audio – which includes some limited voice acting.
For those who enjoy modding, Battle Talent includes a built-in mod menu with tons of mods, allowing players to customize their experience. The Scene Editor feature in Sandbox Mode also lets players experiment with different scenarios, adding to the game’s longevity. This level of customization is a significant positive, encouraging creativity and replay value.
In conclusion, Battle Talent on Meta Quest offers a rich fantasy experience for fans of roguelite and sword-fighting games. Its robust combat system, extensive customization options, and immersive visuals and audio make it a standout title. Despite its challenges, such as a steep learning curve, the game’s depth and replayability make it a worthwhile addition to your VR library. For those willing to invest the time to master its intricacies, Battle Talent provides a rewarding adventure in a beautifully crafted medieval fantasy world.
Score: 7.5/10
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