Pistol Whip News

[h2]Thanks for another great year, Heroes![/h2]

2023 saw plenty of updates for Pistol Whip - from loads of new Scenes and weapons, to our official modding tool and in-game mods - what a year it's been. But we're not done yet... so stay tuned for more in 2024.



[h2]Give the gift of Pistol Whip this holiday season🎄[/h2]

Enter the Pistolverse and get 40% off in the Winter Sale to play everything we've ever released:

• 35+ Scenes in Arcade
  
• Cinematic Campaigns
  
• Community Remixes (aka, mods!)
  
• Contracts
  
• Styles System with thousands of modifier combinations
  
• All of our updates since launch
  
• And more!
  

The Winter Sale ends January 4, 2024 at 10:00 AM PST.

[h2]New to Pistol Whip?[/h2]

Get to know the basics by trying the in-game tutorials. Learn how to shoot, reload, duck, dodge, avoid enemy fire, and punch (whip). You'll also find advanced tutorials once you've mastered the basics.



You'll also find tons of information on game mechanics, features, enemies, modifiers, and more in our official Player Guides.

We may be wrapping up the year, but keep your eyes on our social media channels (@PistolWhipVR) for the latest updates, or join our Discord to talk play styles, ask questions, get the latest news, or to join the modding community.

Love,
Cloudhead Games

Four years ago, we launched Pistol Whip as an on-rails action-rhythm VR game, inspired by some of the most iconic action movies. Since then, we’ve updated the game every single year with free updates for our player community.

This year we launched the Overdrive Season, released a spooky update with Elixir of Madness!, and our favourite highlight - rolled out community generated content and an official modding tool.

Just like the game we make, our team is unstoppable and we're excited to share more with you in 2024! In the meantime, consider nominating Pistol Whip as your title for the 'Labor of Love' category at the upcoming Steam Awards - you can vote by checking the box above.



Aspiring Action Heroes, your time is now. Take part in the Steam Autumn Sale and dive into the Pistolverse by grabbing Pistol Whip at 40% off.

Get access to:

• 35+ Scenes in Arcade
  
• Cinematic Campaigns
  
• Community Remixes (aka, mods!)
  
• Contracts
  
• Styles System with thousands of modifier combinations
  
• The latest Anniversary Weapons Update
  
• And more to come!

The Autumn Sale ends November 28 at 10:00 AM PST.



See you on the leaderboards!

Love,
Cloudhead Games

We hope you’re enjoying our most recent weapons update for our fourth anniversary which brought the all-new weapon category, the Drum Gun, to Pistol Whip.

Since the update, you’ve been writing to us about the bookshelves in ‘Halloween Party’ no longer functioning as intended, so today we are releasing a very small hotfix to address this issue!

As always, your feedback and bug reports are valuable! Feel free to reach out to our support team here or post your feedback in our Discord anytime.

Love,
Cloudhead Games

• Fixed an issue where bookshelves would not properly affect enemies in 'Halloween Party'

Hey Action Heroes!

Four years ago, we launched Pistol Whip as an on-rails action-rhythm VR game, inspired by some of the most iconic action movies. Since then, we’ve updated the game every single year with free updates for the Pistol Whip community.

We added tons of new features to the game, dozens of new Scenes (did you know we now have over 35 Scenes available to play?), new music genres, Cinematic Campaigns, the highly requested community Remixes (mods), an official modding tool, and so much more to keep you coming back to your headsets.

This year, we’re marking our anniversary by dropping a surprise update, and gifting players with a little something extra for the occasion!

[h2]Drive the beat of your favourite Pistol Whip Scenes with the new Drum Gun![/h2]

More instrument than gun, the ‘Drum Gun’ is an all-new weapon type for even the most seasoned Heroes (and drummers) out there.



Craft your own music with this rhythm-infused weapon, where each shot, hit, or reload will make a different sound. Moving your hand to different locations changes the sound of your shots!

Check out the visual guide below for details:

• Four bullets on reload? Check.
  
• Cymbal sound effects on reload or when whipping an enemy? Check.
  
• A killer gun so you can feel like you're part of the band? Double (bass) check.
  

The Sonar SQ2 Drum Gun is available now in the gun case.

[h2]Behold: Three Other New Shiny Weapons[/h2]

We heard your feedback about how much you loved Overdrive’s Majesty Scene, with the ability to dual-wield crossbows. So, how about playing with a few other weapons inspired by the Scene?

We've added three new weapons to the game, each expertly crafted by our blacksmiths...er, we mean devs. Find them in the gun case under their specific weapon types:

• Metal Gauntlet (Brawler)
  
• Dragon Sword (Brawler)
  
• Witch Pistol (Revolver)
  

Thank you to all of our Action Heroes for your continued love and support. Enjoy the new weapons update!

Love,
Cloudhead Games

[h2] Pistol Whip Update Changelog: [/h2]

• Added content in preparation for an upcoming update in 2024.
  
• Added new Contract Type: Ultimatum+
  
• Added a new weapon type: Drum Gun
  
• Added 3 new weapon skins: Metal Gauntlet (Melee), Dragon Sword (Melee), Witch Pistol (Revolver)
  
• Added 3 new weapon wraps
  
• Fixed several issues that impacted LIV calibration
  
• Fixed an issue where text was missing over the Contract coin graphic for certain languages
  
• Minor fixes and adjustments to the Remixes tab
  
• Minor audio adjustments and fixes
  
• Minor UI Improvements
  
• General bug fixes and performance improvements
  

Pistol Whip is celebrating its fourth anniversary this month, and we’re extending the celebrations to aspiring Heroes who have yet to dive into the Pistolverse!

Embrace your inner Action Hero by experiencing our Physical Action-Rhythm world for FREE from November 3 to 6 (10 AM PST).

The game is also 40% off for those who want to continue their journey as the ultimate Hero after the weekend wraps up.

[h2]Play Remixes and Mods Created by the Community[/h2]

It’s never been easier to play custom Scenes created by the modding community. Access the growing library of over 150 Remixes directly in-headset. All available during the FREE weekend.

Prefer to make and play your own Remixes? Check out our official modding tool Pistol Mix, and join the modding community on our Discord to learn more.

[h2]Experience Endless Hours of Content[/h2]

After you’ve tackled the 30+ Scenes in Arcade, try the award-winning 2089 and Smoke & Thunder Cinematic Campaigns. Then, try your hand at Contracts to build your Career profile.



What about replayability? We’ve got you covered. The Styles System features five weapon types, along with over 20 modifiers to switch up your gameplay.

Don’t forget to play our newest neon-drenched content updates: Overdrive and Elixir of Madness!



[h2]Brand New to Pistol Whip or Need a Refresher?[/h2]

Be sure to check out the in-game tutorials (training) or read our comprehensive Player Guides to learn more.



You can also join our Discord to get more information and join in on the action.

Now go dominate those leaderboards, grab Pistol Whip at 40% off for a limited time, and stay tuned for what’s next as we celebrate Pistol Whip’s fourth anniversary!

Love,
Cloudhead Games