After the Amongst Us collaboration DLC, I had no actual thought what to anticipate from Vampire Survivors (Free) for its subsequent potential DLC. I assumed that was an indication that we’d simply see widespread indies like possibly Danger of Rain, however by no means in 1,000,000 years did I believe we’d see Vampire Survivors collaborate with Contra. Are you able to think about telling somebody Vampire Survivors has a collaboration with a Konami IP, but it surely isn’t Castlevania? I positive wouldn’t have believed you again then. Right this moment, the Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons DLC is launching worldwide for iOS, Android, Swap, Xbox, and PC platforms. I’ve been enjoying it for evaluation on all non cellular platforms because the cellular DLC isn’t up but. Alongside my evaluation for the Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons DLC, I’ve additionally coated a little bit of how the account and cross save system at present works in beta.
When you’ve not performed Vampire Survivors because it launched, you’ve missed out on rather a lot via free updates and paid DLC releases. Learn my co-op impressions of the Steam model right here, 1.0 launch evaluation right here, Legacy of the Moonspell DLC evaluation right here, Tides of the Foscari DLC evaluation right here, and Emergency Assembly DLC evaluation right here. It was already an outstanding expertise, however every replace and DLC solely enhanced issues. So how does the Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons DLC really feel for a Contra fan, newcomer, and somebody who simply needs extra Vampire Survivors? I’m going to attempt to cowl all that on this evaluation.
On paper, Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons brings in 22 new weapons, 11 new characters, a brand new map, Contra music (together with six new tracks), and extra. You initially begin by simply having access to the brand new stage (Neo Galuga), which is superior not just for the Contra theme, however due to its format basically. What initially begins out as only a good themed stage finally ends up fairly stunning. I don’t need to spoil issues, however I like to recommend listening to the prompts on the map before later once you discover one thing new. Another factor I really like in regards to the stage is how the Contra power-ups have been translated to Vampire Survivors. The group went all out, and that is simply my favourite launch involving Contra since in all probability Contra Laborious Corps that I not too long ago acquired to take pleasure in on Nintendo Swap On-line. I’m not counting the M2 anniversary launch after all and I’ve not performed Contra 4, however you get the image.
So the stage appears to be like and feels superior, however what in regards to the characters and weapons. As standard, you begin out with nothing and must unlock the primary new character from the brand new stage. After you unlock Invoice who’s the primary Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons character, you possibly can slowly work your technique to getting the remaining which have their very own necessities often regarding evolving weapons. Talking of weapons, I can’t recover from how superior the animations are for the weapons, the particle results, and interactions with parts of the levels. Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons seems like a labor of affection all through, and for those who love Contra Laborious Corps and the unique video games, you’ll adore this DLC.
At any time when I evaluation a DLC pack, I additionally like masking the present state of the sport in query. Whereas pushing for absolute chaos, Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons on my Steam Deck OLED by no means dropped under the excessive 40s for its body charge earlier than the 30 minute timer ended. It often hovered across the excessive 70s mark. I disabled injury numbers as I often do after I play, however I did allow them simply to see how a lot I may push the sport for this evaluation. I’m impressed with the present state of the sport on Steam Deck and Xbox Collection X. The Swap model is superb, however the worst platform to play the sport on proper now.
When you’re questioning in regards to the cellular model, I had the least progress in that model and the Swap launch since I’ve put a lot time into each Xbox and Steam Deck. This brings me to the cross save function that’s at present in beta. I moved my Steam Deck (LCD) to the beta model of Vampire Survivors and created an account. This course of is easy. As soon as created, I uploaded my progress from Steam Deck to the cloud. I’ve entry to the account (beta) via the beta construct on iOS that I used on my iPad. I acquired my Steam Deck save to my iPad and picked it up proper there. I don’t have the Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons DLC on iOS but, however every part else labored nice within the sync. The one criticism I’ve is auto sync not being potential, however I perceive the reasoning for that with how save information is dealt with on this recreation. You possibly can learn in regards to the poncle account system right here.
Coming again to Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons, and it’s time to cowl the music. The brand new Vampire Survivors preparations for Contra songs are unimaginable. I can’t anticipate the soundtrack on Steam to get up to date so I can switch these to my cellphone. Identical to with the visuals and weapons in Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons, I believe the group has gone above and past for the music. Aside from preparations, there are additionally Contra songs from Contra 4 and Contra Laborious Corps.
At this level, Vampire Survivors DLC is rather a lot like Useless Cells DLC the place it’s laborious to not suggest shopping for any of it. Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons, just like the Emergency Assembly DLC, is a must have no matter whether or not you’re acquainted with the supply materials or not. It enhances the sport and made me play a number of Contra Laborious Corps on Nintendo Swap On-line right this moment. It’s a necessary buy for those who like Vampire Survivors given the worth and high quality.
Vampire Survivors Operation Weapons Steam Deck Evaluate Rating: 5/5
