EVE: Valkyrie
Sep 26, 2017 9 years ago
In EVE: Valkyrie, you are in command of a heavily armed fighter in the most realistic dogfighting game available on any platform. Immersive VR technology puts you right in the cockpit for visceral team-based action. EVE: Valkyrie is an a multiplayer dogfighting shooter that has been built from the ground up to harness the very latest advances in virtual reality technology. It is an accessible and immersive experience that fulfills the fantasy and thrill of being a real spaceship pilot in the midst of combat. Set deep in the lawless regions of the EVE Universe, the Valkyrie are a breakaway mercenary faction formed from the infamous Guristas pirate organization. Led by the enigmatic Ran, they are guns for hire, seeking profit or vengeance and preying on other pirate factions who get in their way. Immortalized via the use of stolen clone technology and genetically enhanced for combat, Valkyrie pilots fly without fear and without mercy. Developed by CCP Games’ Newcastle studio, EVE: Valkyrie is the boldest realization of virtual reality space combat, combining immediate visceral action and tactical depth. It will launch day and date with the Oculus Rift on PC and Sony’s “Project Morpheus” on PlayStation 4.
What it’s like
EVE: Valkyrie delivers a visceral, high-octane arcade dogfighting experience that prioritizes immediate physical immersion over narrative depth. Set within the broader EVE universe, the game strips away complex politics to focus on the fantasy of piloting a heavily armed fighter in zero-gravity combat. The core loop revolves around fast-paced, team-based skirmishes where situational awareness and reflexes are paramount. Visually and audibly, it excels at creating a sense of scale and danger, with detailed cockpit interfaces and explosive sound design that heighten the adrenaline. While it offers tactical variety through different ship classes and loadouts, the experience is fundamentally defined by its multiplayer matchmaking rather than solo progression. It serves as a potent showcase for virtual reality technology, offering intense bursts of action that feel physically engaging, though the lack of long-term structural goals means it functions best as a short-term thrill ride.
Strong in Co-op / MultiplayerCombatAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicDifficulty / ChallengeGameplay / MechanicsPacingVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The game suffers from a shallow single-player campaign and limited long-term content, making it difficult to sustain interest once the novelty of VR wears off. It is primarily designed for social play; solo players may find the matchmaking pool thin or the experience isolating without friends to team up with.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, metacritic.com, probestvr.com, scifidimensions.com, en.wikipedia.org, empireonline.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oculus Rift | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 25, 201610 years ago |
| Oculus VR | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 25, 201610 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Oct 10, 201610 years ago |
| PlayStation VR | Worldwide | Full release | Oct 10, 201610 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 26, 20179 years ago |
| SteamVR | Worldwide | Full release | Exact dateno date yet |
