Premier League Player VR Review
Premier League Player VR
Publisher: Rezzil
Developer: Rezzil
Genre:
PEGI: 7
Comments:
Premier League Player VR aims to deliver the authentic thrill of English Premier League football to virtual reality, but ultimately falls short of its ambitious goal. While the game successfully recreates the awe-inspiring atmospheres of iconic stadiums like Old Trafford and Anfield, with meticulous attention to detail and immersive crowd noise, the core gameplay mechanics significantly hinder the overall experience.
The most glaring issue lies in the awkward and unresponsive nature of kicking the ball. Utilizing arm movements to simulate leg kicks feels unnatural and counterintuitive, leading to a frustrating disconnect between the player’s intended actions and the on-screen results. This fundamental flaw undermines the entire premise of a football game, as the core act of playing football feels clunky and unsatisfying, robbing the experience of any sense of fluidity or skill expression.
Furthermore, the visual presentation, while featuring officially licensed players and teams, suffers from underwhelming player models and animations. The players often appear stiff and lifeless, lacking the dynamism and fluidity of real athletes. This lack of visual fidelity detracts from the immersion and makes the virtual world feel less believable, further distancing the experience from the reality of professional football.
While the “Moments” mode offers a nostalgic experience by allowing players to relive classic goals and matches, this feature cannot compensate for the shortcomings in the core gameplay. Similarly, the inclusion of mini-games like “Shot Stopper” and “Headers” provides some variety, but these distractions cannot mask the fundamental issues with the core football experience.
In conclusion, Premier League Player VR presents a compelling concept but fails to deliver a truly immersive and satisfying football experience. The core gameplay mechanics are fundamentally flawed, and the visual presentation lacks the necessary level of detail and polish. While casual fans may find some enjoyment in experiencing the atmosphere of Premier League stadiums and reliving iconic moments, hardcore football fans seeking a realistic and challenging simulation will likely be left deeply disappointed.
Key Takeaways:
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Strong Points:
- Authentic and detailed stadium recreations.
- Immersive crowd noise and atmosphere.
- “Moments” mode offers a nostalgic experience.
- Variety of mini-games provides some distraction.
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Weaknesses:
- Clunky and unresponsive kicking mechanics.
- Unrealistic and stiff player models and animations.
- Lack of depth and complexity in core gameplay.
- Overall experience feels unsatisfying and unfulfilling.
Recommendation:
Premier League Player VR is best suited for casual football fans who are primarily interested in experiencing the atmosphere of Premier League stadiums and reliving iconic moments. Hardcore football fans seeking a realistic and challenging VR football experience should look elsewhere.
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Article By Kevin Austin
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