Raid destructible compounds using explosive gadgets and tactical weaponry in VR! Breach, clear, and dominate in high-intensity raids where destruction is your greatest weapon. Whether you're leading a squad or taking on the challenge solo, precision, strategy, and firepower will decide your victory.
Gameplay | Crunch Element Overhaul Update
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Crunch Element is evolving rapidly, shaped by player feedback and real-world gameplay experiences. Early Access allows us to refine the mechanics, expand the mission system, and fine-tune the destructibility that makes the game unique. With major updates introducing new contracts, enemy AI, and mission complexity, we want the community to be an active part of development, helping shape the experience into something truly special. Your feedback directly impacts the game’s design, ensuring a polished and engaging tactical VR experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Crunch Element will remain in Early Access while we continue to refine core systems and expand content. With significant updates planned—including new mission types, enhanced AI behaviors, and a richer narrative structure—we’ll be working closely with the community to determine the best timeline for full release.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full release will feature a significantly expanded scope, quality, and depth. We’re focused on refining the experience through player-driven improvements while introducing new mission types, expanded environments, and deeper gameplay mechanics.
Our primary goal is to ensure a highly replayable, tactical VR experience while keeping player freedom and destruction-driven gameplay at the core.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Crunch Element is actively evolving, with structured contracts, enhanced AI behaviors, and destructible environments at the core of gameplay. The latest updates introduce NPC-driven missions, refined enemy tactics, and new item mechanics.

For the most up-to-date details on implemented features, check the latest Steam announcements. To follow live development updates and work-in-progress content, visit Crunch Element’s X (Twitter) account.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“The price will remain the same throughout Early Access. If a price adjustment is made at full release to reflect the expanded content and features, we will provide advanced notice to the community.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Crunch Element thrives on community feedback, and the game is primarily active across multiple platforms:

Steam Discussions & Reviews – We closely monitor feedback and suggestions.
Social Media Updates – Follow our Twitter and YouTube for devlogs, feature showcases, and upcoming content previews (@CrunchElementVR)

Your insights help shape the game, from AI behaviors to mission structures, ensuring that Crunch Element remains an immersive, dynamic, and player-driven tactical VR experience.”
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About This Game

Crunch Element is a tactical VR shooter where you breach, blast, and clear destructible compounds using explosive gadgets, high-powered weapons, and precision tactics.

Play solo or co-op with up to 4 players. Plan your raid, choose your loadout, and enter enemy compounds where no wall is safe and every mission plays out in fully destructible environments.

🛠️ The Overhaul Update is Here

After nearly a year of rebuilding, Crunch Element has been fully reworked with new systems, enemies, and gear. The foundation is set for continuous updates, new contracts, and new missions.

The old version of the game has been moved to the “legacy” branch. To access it: Steam Library → Right-click Crunch Element → Properties → Betas → Select legacy from the dropdown.

🔥 Core Features

💥 Fully Destructible Environments

  • Breach walls, blast doors, and reshape the battlefield.

  • Gunfire, explosives, and even melee tools carve through enemy defenses.

🎯 Tactical FPS Combat in VR

  • Use realistic weapons and physics-driven interactions.

  • Choose between loud and aggressive or quiet and stealthy.

🤝 Co-op Multiplayer (1–4 Players)

  • Join friends or go solo on contracts.

  • Synchronize breaches, watch each other’s backs, or split up for multi-angle assaults.

📜 Contract-Based Mission System

  • Play structured multi-stage missions with objectives, side contracts, and branching rewards.

  • Fight through fortified outposts, arctic labs, and underground bunkers controlled by a fanatical enemy faction.

🧠 Smart Enemy AI

  • Enemies investigate, coordinate, take cover, and call out threats.

  • Alert states shift dynamically between stealth and combat, changing enemy behavior and music in real-time.

⚙️ Gear Up. Get Tactical.

  • 🛠️ Customize Your Loadout – Unlock and equip powerful gear, weapons, armor, and mods.

  • 🔍 New Tools – Scanner attachments, missile headsets, remote turrets, keycards, and hacking stations.

  • 💣 New Explosives – Timer-activated charges, breaching hammers, and more.

  • 🎒 Streamlined Ammo System – New pouch-based inventory with faster access and better management.

🌌 Immerse Yourself

  • 🖥️ Security Cameras & Systems – Hack enemy tech or be spotted and hunted.

  • 🎮 New UI, Sound, & Visual Effects – Full overhaul of the HUD, audio mix, and destruction visuals.

  • 📡 Dynamic Transmissions – NPCs communicate mission events and story through real-time voice transmissions.

  • 🎭 Cosmetic Unlocks – Armor, helmets, and hats for operator flair.

🧪 Ongoing Development

Crunch Element is under active development with regular updates and new content. The Overhaul Update is just the beginning—with future contracts, enemy factions, and game modes already in the works.

🔹 Play now.
🔹 Blow things up.
🔹 And help shape the future of Crunch Element.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS *: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel® i5-4590 / AMD FX 8350 equivalent or greater
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, AMD Radeon RX 480 equivalent or better
    • Storage: 8 GB available space
    • VR Support: SteamVR. Standing or Room Scale
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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