I spent 10 hours with Cold VR and the shooter’s slow-mo action is incredibly fun - but it's a bit unpolished and buggy

Developer Allware makes no secret of its inspiration from Superhot with its aptly namedVR gameCold VR.

A diverse arsenal of melee weapons and firearms keeps the gameplay exciting and dynamic.

Of course, players can wield those weapons in either hand for a nice variety of combat options.

A screenshot of an enemy approaching the player in the VR game Cold VR

Adding to the frustration, players cant pick up weapons from defeated enemies.

Similar toDoom, some battle scenarios beg players to run on jump pads and shoot enemies while in mid-air.

However, the suspense quickly fades as these levels devolve into tedious fetch quests and button hunts.

A screenshot of an enemy approaching the player in the VR game Cold VR

Shining bright despite bugs

Combat is also hurt by bugs that can lead to annoying moments.

Sometimes levels can start with players pointing in the wrong direction which can lead to instant death.

ThoughCold VRs gameplay experience can be fairly inconsistent, its story and presentation shine.

A screenshot of an enemies approaching the player while holding a sword in the VR game Cold VR

Players are a piece of software attempting to fight against a rogue artificial intelligence led by a menacing force.

The mysterious protagonist is helped by a human hacker who appears via a large monitor in between levels.

By the timeCold VRends, players will even have a nuanced understanding of the main baddies motivations.

A screenshot of the player looking down a sniper rifle in the VR game Cold VR

This includes fantastic particle effects, lighting, shadows, and even reflections.

All of that is done without a hint of slowdown during our playthrough.

Adding to the experience is an awesome techno soundtrack that enhances the feel of combat in meaningful ways.

A screenshot of hand to hand combat in VR game Cold VR

If theres one area whereCold VRovertakes its inspiration, its the presentation department through and through.

Cold VRoffers a unique twist on the time-manipulation shooter formula, delivering a visually striking and fast-paced experience.

With its 3.5-hour campaign, its a concise yet challenging ride that demands quick reflexes and strategic thinking.

The reversed time mechanic - where time slows as you move - pushes players into more aggressive combat scenarios.

At this price point, its an intriguing, albeit imperfect, adventure thats sure to challenge and entertain.

Dont expect to grab enemy weapons or throw objects effectively.

Cold VRoffers smooth gameplay regardless of whether you’re standing or sitting.

Players can adjust snap turn angles and smooth turn speed with dedicated sliders.