Synapse Review (PSVR2): Synaptic Tactics

Synapse Review (PSVR2): Fantastic Synaptic Tactics

Synapse throws platoons of standard soldiers, behemoths with couch-sized miniguns, a conga line of exploding goons, and Psycho Mantis-esque flying freaks at players at a relentless pace. It’s a constant barrage of gunfire, explosions, flying debris, and — in some cases — lasers from the sky. But despite those odds, they’re still no match for the player in Synapse — an engrossing power…

  • Gunplay is tight and intuitive
  • Telekinetic powers are empowering and thoughtfully utilize PSVR2's eye-tracking for pinpoint accuracy
  • Difficulty ramps smoothly
  • Roguelite elements are done well, but too basic and don't have enough variety

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