Pistol Whip
November 7, 2019
Inspired by God-mode action movies like John Wick and Equilibrium, Pistol Whip throws you gun-first into an explosive batch of hand-crafted action scenes each set to their own breakneck soundtrack. But unlike traditional music games, Pistol Whip has no line in the sand; you have complete freedom to shoot, melee, …
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"Pistol Whip is a top-notch VR game and one that&s;s 100% worth getting for fans of rail shooters. Its stylish visuals and clever scoring system make it an immersive and challenging experience that&s;s hard to put down once you get …"
Read original review"Pistol Whip 2089 has a very short campaing with 5 levels (or songs), that offer around 30 minutes, cutscenes included. It feels short, and that joins the new gameplay elements, that also feel short (it plays almost the same than …"
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92.0
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96.0
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38.0
"Even though Pistol Whip has a small musical offering at the moment, it&s;s one of the best VR experiences I have played on PSVR and in general. It&s;s easy to pick up, great to play, and tough to put down, …"
Read original review"Pistol Whip may not be for everyone but it certainly makes anyone that plays through the campaign an action star."
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75.0
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85.0
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20.0
"It’s definitely an essential for those that love their PSVR devices. So, why not chuck that headset on, get shooting, blasting, dodging and sweating?"
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90.0
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90.0
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90.0
"It&s;s hard to think of a better example of what VR does so well than Pistol Whip. An immensely enjoyable soundtrack that directly feeds into the core gameplay loop and some wonderfully vibrant visuals all add together with addictive gameplay …"
Read original review"Pistol Whip is one of the best games on PSVR. The shooting is satisfying, the level design is fantastic, and the music is phenomenal, making the whole experience a heart-pounding joyride through the senses."
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65.0
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78.0
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25.0
"t will make a solid addition to anyone&s;s PlayStation VR library for sure."
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80.0
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80.0
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80.0
"Pistol Whip is super cool, and the best way to play it is on PSVR2. Not only do you get the most optimized experience on PSVR2 in performance, you also have a plethora of ways to play the game, with …"
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96.0
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97.0
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93.0
"Offering a thrilling blend of music and shooter action, Pistol Whip feels like it could be a perfect fit for the John Wick universe."
Read original review"Pistol Whip turns our weapon into a musical instrument so we can enjoy an incredible techno OST while shooting and dodging bullets in John Wick style."
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98.0
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97.0
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75.0
"Pistol Whip is a triumph of game design. Rather than trying to wedge a bunch of mechanics onto a platform that doesn&s;t welcome them, Pistol Whip instead focuses on what makes VR fun – color, sound, and motion. This is …"
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65.0
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85.0
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70.0
"Not that the title should be a hard sell to begin with! With its colourful environments and masterful level design, there’s very little to poke holes at here. The gunplay functions brilliantly on its own, as does the rhythm gameplay. …"
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50.0
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50.0
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50.0
"Once a level is properly moving, though, none of that seems to matter."
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80.0
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97.0
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20.0
"Pistol Whip on PSVR2 is nothing less than a masterpiece of sensory excess, exhilaration and expertly paced challenge. An essential PSVR2 launch title that crafts a masterful mixture of visceral excess, classic arcade score chasing, a bountiful content offering and …"
Read original review"Among all of the PlayStation VR titles available today Pistol Whip would rank near the top of the must-play titles."
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78.0
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82.0
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35.0
"Pistol Whip is a VR highlight with fast-paced rhythm shooting, an exciting soundtrack, and an enticingly abstract art style."
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95.0
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95.0
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92.0
"Pistol Whip absorbs all the best of its sources of inspiration to deliver an audiovisual experience unlike any other before on PlayStation VR. Hardly any other game will make you feel like the real John Wick, and that&s;s all thanks …"
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70.0
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90.0
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30.0
"Pistol Whip is an excellent and original VR Rhythm FPS, now even more unmissable with the free 2089 DLC. Great on PC VR, but even better wireless on Oculus Quest or Quest 2."
Read original review"There’s something to be said for a stripped down to basics game experience, without too many complications or intricacies that get in the way of the fun. Pistol Whip is entertaining and another of the growing list of successful arguments …"
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50.0
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80.0
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20.0
"Pistol Whip is a nice addition to VR rhythm games with its John Wick-style action gameplay. But it gets boring sooner than you hoped."
Read original review"Pistol Whip is one of the best action games available in VR, and the 2089 campaign - while incredibly short - is a great addition."
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45.0
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40.0
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35.0
"A brand-new story-based campaign mode sets the entire Pistol Whip 2089 experience into motion. New enemies, new weapons, new environments, and even new gameplay mechanics round off the best update we&s;ve yet seen for one of the best VR games …"
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75.0
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80.0
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40.0
"Altogether, Pistol Whip is likely to be the PlayStation VR game of the year. It&s;s simple concept works incredibly well and has few faults. If you&s;ve ever wanted to be John Wick, or any other badass gun-wielding gangster for that …"
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70.0
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90.0
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50.0
"Pistol Whip is insanely fun, downright hectic, and excellent for parties. While the seven levels won&s;t last very long, the soundtrack and compelling rhythmic gameplay carry this one to stratospheric heights. Embrace your gun kata, and pick this up."
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85.0
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88.0
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72.0
"Pistol Whip offers an immersive and enjoyable gameplay experience, making it a fantastic addition to anyone&s;s gaming library. Its excellent use of PSVR 2&s;s features and its diverse soundtrack and cinematic scenes make it an exceptional game that stands out …"
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65.0
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20.0
"Despite the lack of content overall, Pistol Whip is still a game that will give players plenty of fun as you blast your way through hundreds of henchmen leaving you feeling like a total badass"
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