Cold VR

Cold VR has done an interesting job in taking the Superhot DNA and twisting it into something different. It's fun, fast and frenetic, and is a good way to spend 30-minute bursts of action in VR, especially for those who really enjoy similar styles of game. For some, the change of pace from Superhot will be pleasing. However, a tacked-on story that never really gets off the ground and a less refined physics system with some inconsistencies in combat, makes it feel decidedly more like a budget version of its main inspiration, except with a price tag that doesn't quite match.

COLD VR has a solid core concept but fails to ever really impress with it.

Reversing the core concept of SUPERHOT isn't enough to make COLD VR a memorable title. The issue goes beyond bugs or physics tweaks; the level design fails to enhance time manipulation and lacks consistency across environments. The result is an experience with some interesting ideas but without the spark to make it truly unforgettable.

Cold VR has some cool ideas, but the iffy level design and unfair difficulty spikes can see it falling short when compared to similar VR titles. Whilst the stylish ‘time slows when you move’ combat does have its share of fun moments and there is plenty of variety to be found in the action, the gameplay needs a bit more polish and balancing if it hopes to stand out as a must-play virtual reality experience.

COLD VR demonstrates that having an interesting concept isn't enough - execution is crucial. The core mechanic of movement-based time manipulation needed more refinement to find the sweet spot between power fantasy and engaging challenge. The disconnected nature of the levels and settings makes it difficult to become invested in the world or story, while technical limitations and visual compromises on the Quest platform further diminish the experience.

Cold VR is a game that relies entirely on the gimmick of being "Superhot in reverse". In my opinion, it's best interpreted as a boomer shooter with a slow-motion gimmick and in that light, I find it really fun. If you enjoyed Superhot or even if you just have a VR headset, give it a try. However, don't expect the many creative and interactive options of its "big cousin"