Fans of Capcom's Resident Evil franchise should definitely give Propagation: Paradise Hotel a try - it's a virtual reality horror game that embodies the classic RE style but in a VR setting. WanadevStudio has taken the essence of survival-horror gameplay and masterfully captured it in virtual reality, resulting in a game that has garnered widespread acclaim.
Released earlier this year, Propagation: Paradise Hotel is a VR horror game that takes place in a hotel - a fitting choice given its title. Players assume the role of Emily Diaz, a woman who becomes trapped in the hotel amidst a horde of zombies and other terrifying creatures. Guided by the desire to reach her sister on the seventh floor, Emily must collect vital items, solve intricate puzzles, and battle monstrous foes on her journey.
Propagation: Paradise Hotel offers an immersive virtual reality experience that faithfully captures the essence of classic Resident Evil gameplay. The intricate puzzles and thrilling exploration give a strong sense of nostalgia for fans of the franchise, as they feel like they have been directly lifted from Resident Evil. However, the similarities between the two games become even more pronounced when it comes to combat. Just like in the original Resident Evil games, Propagation: Paradise Hotel emphasizes the importance of resource management, compelling players to strategically avoid conflicts whenever possible. This way, they can wisely conserve their ammunition for encounters that cannot be evaded.
The scarcity of ammunition in Propagation: Paradise Hotel, similar to classic survival-horror games, significantly intensifies the fear factor. It is exceptionally horrifying to be chased by a zombie with no means of defense other than futilely pushing them away. The tension escalates when players have to reload their weapons in the midst of a zombie encounter, struggling to locate ammunition in their pack, ejecting the empty magazine, and manually reloading, all while a monster attempts to tear them apart.
Propagation: Paradise Hotel also features distinct resemblances to Capcom's Resident Evil series, which fans are likely to appreciate. Although there are no healing green herbs, players have access to a refillable first-aid spray can. Additionally, the game offers the opportunity to delve into files that shed light on the backstory of the hotel residents and occasionally provide hints for discovering useful items or solving puzzles.
The VR game, Paradise Hotel, will only be accessible to a limited number of Resident Evil fans. However, those who own a Meta Quest 2 or PC VR headset should definitely give it a try. Currently, it is available at a 15% discount and has received "Very Positive" overall ratings, which should help convince any skeptics. It is worth noting that a PlayStation VR2 version is currently in development, although a release date has not yet been announced.