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About Panoptic
Panoptic is a local multiplayer VR experience where two players face off in a cat‑and‑mouse showdown. One player dons a VR headset as the towering Overseer, scanning crowds with a laser eye, while the other uses a PC to control a tiny Being that must blend in and sabotage energy orbs. The game’s short, intense rounds emphasize stealth, scale, and a mysterious atmosphere across several distinct levels.
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Player Roles
The Overseer, played in VR, is a powerful entity that searches the world for signs of rebellion. Their main tool is a slow‑charging eye laser capable of killing a Being with a single shot.
The Challenger, controlled from a PC, is a tiny Being tasked with destroying the Overseer’s energy sources. Success depends on staying hidden among crowds and avoiding detection.
- Observe the Overseer’s scanning pattern before moving toward an energy orb.
- Use crowd cover to break line‑of‑sight when the laser is charging.
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Gameplay Loop
Each round begins with the Challenger positioned among other Beings. Their objective is to locate and destroy energy orbs while remaining unseen. A misstep, such as breaking away from crowd cover, alerts the Overseer.
When the Overseer spots a Challenger, the hunt intensifies. The Overseer can fire a single laser shot that instantly eliminates a Being, turning the round into a tense chase.
- Plan a route that keeps you within dense crowd areas.
- Watch for signs that the Overseer’s laser is charging.
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Levels and Environments
Panoptic offers several levels, each presenting a unique environment that influences crowd density and sightlines. The sense of scale shifts dramatically between the towering Overseer and the diminutive Challenger.
These environments are designed for short, intense rounds, encouraging quick adaptation. The atmosphere remains unsettling and mysterious, hinting at deeper lore.
- Explore each level’s layout during early rounds to learn safe zones.
- Take note of each environment’s lighting as you learn the levels.
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Multiplayer Setup
The game supports local 1v1 play, with the Overseer using a VR headset and the Challenger on a PC. Shared/split‑screen PvP is listed as a feature for the game’s local versus play.
Remote Play Together is listed as a feature, and Family Sharing is also listed, which can make the game available to household members.
- Ensure both devices are on the same network for smooth local play.
- Test the VR headset and PC connection before starting a match.
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Platform Features
Panoptic runs on Windows and is marked as VR Only, with Tracked Controller Support and Partial Controller Support indicating some controller compatibility. Steam Achievements are also available.
The game is listed for Arcades on SpringboardVR, suggesting it can be experienced in arcade‑style installations that support the required VR hardware.
- Confirm your controllers are tracking properly before a match.
- Aim for Steam Achievements to track progress across rounds.
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