Gorilla Tag Review: Embrace Your Inner Ape
Where swinging arms and virtual tag conjure up more fun than a barrel of monkeys.
VR Only
last updated Dec 30, 2023
Swinging arms and virtual tag in 'Gorilla Tag' deliver more fun than a barrel of monkeys.
Monkeying Around with Mechanics
Ever wanted to renounce humanity and embrace monke? Look no further than 'Gorilla Tag', a game that hoists the tried-and-true game of tag into a VR jungle gym. Moving using only your arms might sound like a return to the Stone Age, but in practice, it provides an intoxicating blend of skill, sweat, and satisfaction. This arboreal romp demands that players catch their breath as they give chase or flee through environments, their only locomotion being simian shenanigans. Customizations lend a personal touch to your primate, while the joy of leaping and swinging evokes a whimsical throwback to playground days—but mind the real-world furniture, or you may earn some battle scars from your living room jungle.
An Earsplitting Evolution
The audio in 'Gorilla Tag' certainly packs a punch, with each handplant and frantic scramble resonating with a palpable impact that contributes to the game's immersive experience. While you won't find yourself serenaded by the melodic tunes of the rainforest, the soundscape is fitting for the frenetic energy of ape-like antics. The chitter-chat of fellow primates peppers the aural landscape—adding a layer of social jungle warfare to your experience. That said, prepare your eardrums for possible exposure to verbal N-bombs and the symphony of prepubescence—it's the 'survival of the loudest' out here.
Visually Bananas
Graphically, 'Gorilla Tag' won't be winning any beauty contests—the visuals are decent, functional, but certainly not revolutionary. It's clear that the emphasis is on the kinetic mayhem rather than eye candy. Performance-wise, the game runs well enough on a decent rig, so don't expect to need NASA's latest supercomputer to partake in this primitive rumpus. However, this banana of a game doesn't come without its bruises; occasional annoying bugs buzz around and can dampen the immersion. Sometimes, less is more, but if you're expecting the lush foliage of 'Far Cry', you might be sorely disappointed—think more 'Minecraft' jungle biome.
Survival of the Friendliest?
It's often said that it's a jungle out there, and 'Gorilla Tag' proves no different. Navigating the social environment can be just as tricky as the virtual one. The game's community is a mixed bag of amazing and funny folks alongside those with... less charming natures. Modding is a double-edged sword; while it extends the game's longevity with new features and customization, it can also lead to a ban faster than you can say 'I touched the monolith'. The moderation team's dedication to keeping the game as family-friendly as possible is commendable, though some players might slip through the cracks.
STEAM RATING
Developer & Publisher
Another Axiom
Release Date
January 01, 2023
The Verdict
In conclusion, 'Gorilla Tag' stands tall in the canopy of VR games as a title that delivers pure, unadulterated fun—provided you're willing to overlook a few rough edges and a community that's as unpredictable as a troop of actual primates. If you've got a taste for the primal and don't mind your games with more heart than polish, then this simian simulator might just be your banana. While the $19.99 price tag could raise a few eyebrows, the included 'shiny rocks' and additional features could sweeten the deal for many. Just remember to limber up before diving in—you'll need all the flexibility you can get to keep up with these apes!