Synapse Review: A Mindbending VR Rogue-lite

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The PSVR2 has finally started to roll out some heavy hitters, and Synapse may be among them. This title is the latest release from nDreams, the developers of Fracked and Far Cry VR. It’s their most ambitious one yet, taking place in a mindscape that constantly shifts and produces a variety of enemies for you to take down. Synapse also employs the use of iconic voice actors in the form of Jennifer Hale (Mass Effect, Metroid Prime) and David Hayter (Metal Gear series, Marvel Heroes). With this quality of material, one would expect this game to knock it off the park, right? Well, stick around and get a feel for whether or not you want to hop on this experience.

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Synapse is a game that employs a classic combat system that can be found in most FPS VR titles. That’s right: guns and telekinesis. Fortunately, it switches things up for a unique spin by adding some flexibility to your attacks. It’s not perfect, though. The early game is really shaky, especially when you have basically zero upgrades. At that point, most enemies you encounter will crush you in seconds. You’ll also need to come to terms with some of the unfairness Synapse brings early on. It’s not the most balanced feeling, but if you’re the type of player that enjoys a grind, it won’t be too bothersome. The best way to deal with an uncomfortable early game is by completing challenges and earning as much currency as possible.

Once you’ve purchased a few upgrades, the combat will begin to pick up. Embracing the skill tree is part of what enhances Synapse. Everything included on the upgrade paths feels like there was substantial thought behind it. It’s a game that encourages experimentation. Thanks to the rogue-lite