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Vampyr

Vampyr

June 4, 2018
Focus Entertainment
3.9/5.0(20,366 reviews)
ActionRole Playing Games
Mixed

Overall feedback for 'Vampyr' presents a split sentiment among players, with many praising its engaging narrative, atmospheric design, and moral complexity. However, significant criticism centers on the combat mechanics and repetitive gameplay, which some found frustrating and underwhelming.

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About This Game

Set in dark, post-World War I London, players control Dr. Jonathan Reid, a newly-turned Vampyr torn between his medical oath and his bloodthirst. The game features a choice-driven narrative where players must navigate complex moral dilemmas, affecting the fate of the city and its inhabitants while battling supernatural foes.

Highlights

  • Engaging narrative and character development
  • Atmospheric design that immerses players in 1918 London
  • Complex moral choices with impactful consequences
  • Unique gameplay mechanics involving feeding on NPCs
  • Compelling voice acting and sound design
  • Dynamic city life reacting to player decisions
  • Choices lead to multiple endings that affect the world

Themes

darkhorrorsuperheromedicalmystery-solvingphilosophicaltragic

Mechanics

choice-basedbranching-narrativemultiple-endingscombatexplorationdialoguecraftinglevelingskill-treesresource-management

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall feedback for 'Vampyr' presents a split sentiment among players, with many praising its engaging narrative, atmospheric design, and moral complexity. However, significant criticism centers on the combat mechanics and repetitive gameplay, which some found frustrating and underwhelming.

Pros

  • • Engaging story and characters
  • • Rich atmospheric design
  • • Interesting moral choices that affect gameplay
  • • Compelling voice acting and sound design
  • • Unique game mechanics involving feeding on NPCs

Cons

  • • Frustrating and clunky combat mechanics
  • • Tedious backtracking and lack of fast travel
  • • Repetitive dialogue and NPC interactions
  • • Bugs and performance issues reported
  • • Difficulty balancing between moral choices and gameplay incentives

Based on 102 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

Vampyr - First Gameplay Trailer | PS4

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Vampyr — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vampyr worth playing?
Vampyr has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 3.9 out of 5 across 20,366 reviews.
Is Vampyr included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Vampyr is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Vampyr single-player or multiplayer?
Vampyr supports single player.
What platforms is Vampyr available on?
Vampyr is available on PS4.
When did Vampyr release?
Vampyr released on June 4, 2018.
What is Vampyr's age rating?
Vampyr carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.