Welcome to my review of Arizona Sunshine 2. Priced at $50, this VR game offers a 5-hour campaign. Let's explore whether it's worth your time and money.
Arizona Sunshine 2 offers a pleasant VR experience with high-quality graphics, especially when connected to a PC. The game comprises 19 chapters filled with zombies, affectionately called "Fred" by the main character. The plot is straightforward: after a helicopter crash, you receive a voice note about searching for Patient Zero and set off on your quest. Along the way, you find a dog named Buddy, who becomes a helpful and delightful companion. You can interact with Buddy by throwing a ball, petting him, storing guns on him, or dressing him up.
The game shines in its graphical fidelity and level design. Most levels are well-crafted with excellent detail, providing an immersive experience without intrusive HUD overlays. However, some levels, like the sewer sections, are less impressive and can feel tedious. Additionally, certain dark areas are excessively dim, even with an automatic flashlight, which diminishes the enjoyment.
Arizona Sunshine 2 is heavy on shooting, with a very arcade-like feel. The variety of zombies is nice, but the absence of boss fights is a letdown, especially when compared to other VR games like After the Fall. The gunplay is decent, featuring a range of weapons from pistols to flamethrowers. Manual reloading enhances the immersion, though you need to be mindful of your ammo. In melee combat, the game falls short compared to titles like Saints and Sinners, making melee less satisfying.
The crafting system allows you to create grenades, mines, and Molotov cocktails, but lacks depth with no weapon or armor upgrades. The game’s short 4.5-hour campaign might actually be a blessing, as the gameplay can become repetitive. However, the co-op mode extends the fun, offering the potential for about 10 hours of gameplay when replayed with a friend on the hardest difficulty.
There's also a horde mode where you fight waves of enemies and compete on a leaderboard, but this isn't the main draw of the game. The primary appeal lies in the co-op campaign, which, despite its brevity and flaws, provides a unique and enjoyable experience.
At $50, Arizona Sunshine 2 feels a bit overpriced, especially considering alternatives like The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners, which offers more content and depth for a lower price. However, if you’re a fan of the genre and can catch it on sale, it’s worth a try. The game's co-op mode and high-quality graphics make it a worthwhile experience, albeit with some reservations.
In conclusion, Arizona Sunshine 2 is a mixed bag. It offers enjoyable moments and a unique companion in Buddy but falls short in some key areas. If the price is right and you’re looking for a co-op VR shooter, it’s worth considering. Let me know your thoughts on this game and whether you think it’s worth the investment. Happy gaming!
I'm Laurens — the real person behind this digital canvas of Virtual Reality. I'm a Virtual Reality content creator who also translates YouTube transcripts into blogs.
