Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns for Xbox One

So you’re into Vampire Survivors and you’re bored of just dashing around with a sword and a weak fireball? Yeah, me too. That’s why I grabbed this Expansion for Xbox Series X|S. It’s not a full game, but it’s got enough new stuff to keep things spicy without feeling like a grind. The moment I fired up the first stage, I was already laughing at how ridiculous it felt to be blasting through waves with a giant rocket launcher while dodging bullets from every direction. It’s exactly what the base game needed - more chaos, more guns, more fun.

The good stuff

Man, the weapon variety hits hard. I played as the “Spaz” character and unlocked a minigun that just kept firing like it had no soul. And then there’s the stage design - those levels are straight out of old-school Contra. You know the ones with the giant spider boss that spits acid and has three phases? Yeah, that one. The bonus stage is short but clever - like a tiny arcade romp in the middle of all the madness. And honestly, the 6-chapter adventure isn’t long, but it’s packed with moments where I’m like “wait, I didn’t see that coming.” The unlock system also keeps you coming back - not just for cosmetics, but for actual gameplay tweaks. I beat the final boss with a chain gun and felt like a total legend.

The not-so-good

It’s not perfect. There’s no co-op, which kind of stings since the base game has that. And while the new characters are cool, some feel like they’re just variations of others - like, “oh, another guy who shoots fast bullets.” Also, the difficulty spikes are real. I died to a single enemy on chapter 5 because I didn’t realize the pattern changed mid-battle. Not a fan of that surprise. If you’re new to Vampire Survivors, this might feel overwhelming. And yeah, it’s only on Xbox Series X|S, so if you’re stuck on an older console, skip it.

Bottom line

If you’ve got Vampire Survivors on your Xbox Series X|S and you’re looking for something fresh with more guns, more stages, and more insanity, this expansion is worth the download. It’s not free, but it delivers on its promise. For fans of the series, it’s a must-try. For everyone else? Skip it unless you’re into bullet-hell chaos with retro vibes. But seriously, go for it if you’re already hooked.