Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Review - Great Fun That Can Be A Pain In The Neck

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brings the engaging and intense franchise into virtual reality with a game filled with ODM-fueled highs and just as many Titan-crushing lows. The anime concluded in stunning fashion in 2023 and has released video games in the past that allowed players to take the fight to the terrifying Titans. But now, VR much more effectively puts fans into the world and the bellies of the Titans created by Hajime Isayama.

The intimidating world of is not one that many people would choose to spend time in, but that hasn't stopped fans from eating up the anime or games released in the franchise so far. Certain fan games have done a great job of recapturing the fast-paced movement and combat featured in the series, but they all fail compared to the immersion and movement the franchise's first VR game achieves.

released its first two chapters, containing ten missions in early access during July 2024. After playing through each as well as the final two chapters, it's clear that developer UNIVRS has accomplished its goal of providing an exciting and fast-paced experience fans will love. However, several bugs and a massive lack of story presentation may push others away.

The four chapters of 's story mode include sixteen separate missions accessed from a hub where players can swap out their weapons and check their scores against online leaderboards. As a fan of the original story, it's difficult not to be a little disappointed not to be able to play through some of the first season's most exciting moments. However, a lot of that disappointment disappears the moment players are able to experience 's ODM gear movement and their first satisfying Titan kill.

One aspect of the world that people wish they could experience is using the ODM gear the series characters use to traverse and combat the Titans. With modern VR technology, players can soar through the air with satisfying momentum. The movement and sense of speed achieved are impressive, but the game's combat is where most frustration