Pistol Whip

Pistol Whip

November 7, 2019

ActionFirst-Person Shooter HTC ViveMeta QuestPCPlayStation 4PlayStation 5

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, …

Critic Score

86.4

27 critic reviews

User Score

No ratings

0 user ratings

Log in to rate

Buy the all

User Reviews

No user reviews for this all yet. Be the first to write one!

Critic Reviews (27)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Nov 2019
81.0 /100

"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
Alberto Lloret Hobby Consolas Nov 2019
75.0 /100

"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 …"

Read original review
Andreas Salmen Worth Playing Nov 2019
88.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

96.0

Story

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
Bobby Pashalidis Console Creatures Nov 2019
80.0 /100

"Pistol Whip may not be for everyone but it certainly makes anyone that plays through the campaign an action star."

Read original review
Charlie Kelly Checkpoint Gaming Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

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?"

Read original review
Chris Leebody Cubed3 Nov 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

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
Chris White God is a Geek Nov 2019
95.0 /100

"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."

Read original review
Dalton Cooper Game Rant Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

25.0

"t will make a solid addition to anyone&s;s PlayStation VR library for sure."

Read original review
David Burdette GamingTrend Nov 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

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 …"

Read original review
David Fialho Echo Boomer Nov 2019
100.0 /100

Graphics

96.0

Gameplay

97.0

Story

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
David Martinez Hobby Consolas Nov 2019
84.0 /100

"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."

Read original review
Eric Hauter Gaming Nexus Nov 2019
100.0 /100

Graphics

98.0

Gameplay

97.0

Story

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 …"

Read original review
Graham Banas Push Square Nov 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

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. …"

Read original review
James Cunningham Hardcore Gamer Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

50.0

"Once a level is properly moving, though, none of that seems to matter."

Read original review
John-Paul Jones PlayStation Universe Nov 2019
100.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

97.0

Story

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
Justin Oneil ThisGenGaming Nov 2019
95.0 /100

"Among all of the PlayStation VR titles available today Pistol Whip would rank near the top of the must-play titles."

Read original review
Kyle Hilliard Game Informer Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

35.0

"Pistol Whip is a VR highlight with fast-paced rhythm shooting, an exciting soundtrack, and an enticingly abstract art style."

Read original review
Leonardo Cidreira PSX Brasil Nov 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

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 …"

Read original review
Mario Baccigalupi The Games Machine Nov 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

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
Mark Steighner Hardcore Gamer Nov 2019
70.0 /100

"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 …"

Read original review
Matúš Štrba SECTOR.sk Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

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
Mick Fraser God is a Geek Nov 2019
85.0 /100

"Pistol Whip is one of the best action games available in VR, and the 2089 campaign - while incredibly short - is a great addition."

Read original review
Nicholas Sutrich Windows Central Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

45.0

Gameplay

40.0

Story

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 …"

Read original review
Rebecca Smith PlayStation LifeStyle Nov 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

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 …"

Read original review
Ron Burke GamingTrend Nov 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

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."

Read original review
Salal Awan Twisted Voxel Nov 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

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 …"

Read original review
Shaun Nicholls Player2.net.au Nov 2019
75.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

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"

Read original review