VR action arcade alien shooter game
Harpagun is an action arcade VR shooter that blends chaotic action and black comedy. You will step into the role of Harpagun, who is stranded on a hostile planet and forced to fight hordes of plant-like alien creatures. It was developed and published by Something Random and released last April 2025.
Harpagun distinguishes itself with its unique approach to VR action. You will wield a gravity ray which you can use everyday objects to hurl at the enemy, so as a whole host of weapons, manipulating both enemies and the environment to create chaotic and often comical combat scenarios upon gameplay.
Smash alien critters with everyday items
Harpagun casts you as the titular character, stranded on a planet filled with hordes of alien creatures that looked like carnivorous plants. The game challenges you to use a gravity ray to turn the environment into a weapon, hurling objects and enemies with finesse and style. This focus on physics-based combat creates a dynamic and unpredictable experience, setting it apart from more traditional VR shooters.
The game features a darkly humorous narrative, with players interacting with a dysfunctional crew and encountering bizarre situations. This blend of chaotic gameplay and offbeat storytelling creates a unique tone, while its art style and themes are similar to titles such as the Borderlands series, Fallout series, No Man Sky, and the Portal series, which heavily inspires the protagonist’s main weapon.
In the story department, while there’s a narrative, it’s too thin to even label it as a storyline since it focuses more on its arcade elements, making narrative-leaning fans skeptical. Its edgy and humorous tone can also be off putting to some gamers wanting a more serious approach. Lastly, it requires a VR headset, greatly limiting its player base since most people don’t even own one.
Goofy good arcade game
Harpagun delivers a unique, chaotic VR experience with its gravity-ray mechanic and physics-based combat. While its humor and thin narrative may not appeal to all, and the VR requirement limits its audience, it offers a distinct and entertaining take on the VR shooter genre for those who own VR headsets.
