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Spice and Wolf VR

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85%Game Brain Score
story, emotional
gameplay, replayability
85% User Score Based on 299 reviews

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Spice and Wolf VR is a single player casual simulation game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by SpicyTails and was released on June 3, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"Spice and Wolf VR" is a visual novel game that brings the beloved characters of Holo and Kraft Lawrence to virtual reality. Players can enjoy conversations with Holo in a variety of environments and communicate with her through voice commands. The game also includes minigames such as baking and firewood collecting. This immersive experience allows fans to become even more connected to the world of "Spice and Wolf".

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 299 reviews
story20 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a charming experience for fans of the Spice and Wolf series, allowing players to interact with Holo in a cute and immersive way.
  • The animation quality and voice acting are well-executed, making it feel like a genuine extension of the anime.
  • Despite its short length, the game captures the essence of the characters and provides a nostalgic experience for long-time fans.
  • The game is very short, with most players completing it in around 30 minutes, which many feel does not justify the price.
  • Limited interactivity and a lack of diverse environments make the experience feel more like a tech demo than a full game.
  • The character models and proportions may not align with fans' expectations, leading to disappointment in their visual representation.
  • story
    102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally described as very short, lasting around 20 to 30 minutes, with minimal interactivity, primarily consisting of watching dialogue between characters. While some fans appreciate the cute and wholesome nature of the narrative and character interactions, many reviewers express disappointment over the lack of depth and engagement, feeling it resembles more of a tech demo than a fully realized game. Overall, it may appeal to dedicated fans of the franchise, but many find it overpriced for the limited content offered.

    • “The dialogue between the characters and the plot of the game are very attentive.”
    • “The story and interactions are true to the nature of the characters in the anime and novels, and it is an enjoyable experience overall.”
    • “I really enjoyed the story and the banter between Holo and Lawrence was good.”
    • “Not only did it take me less than one anime episode's worth of time to get through the entire story, there's barely any story here at all.”
    • “The 'story mode' is completely non-interactive, and simply plays out as a dialogue between Kraft and Holo that adds nothing to either character, simply repeating the well-worn beats of the main story.”
    • “Having finished the story in less than 15 minutes, it's more of a tech demo with a price tag.”
  • emotional
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and nostalgic dialogue, particularly between the characters Holo and Lawrence, which evokes strong feelings of joy and cuteness. Many players report experiencing tears of joy and a deep connection to the characters, making it a memorable and wholesome experience, especially for fans of the "Spice and Wolf" series. Despite some concerns about its value for non-fans, the emotional depth and artistic presentation are praised as significant strengths.

    • “I won't lie, I cried a couple of times under my headset.”
    • “Very emotional, very beautiful.”
    • “It just works on its own as an emotional, artistic experience, and I think that modern games should be heading that direction to support the gameplay, or as in the case of Spice & Wolf, be completely symbiotic, to create unforgettable games.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their impressive quality, smooth animations, and vibrant 3D anime art style, which effectively immerses players in the experience. While some users noted personal preferences regarding the aesthetic and suggested room for improvement, the overall consensus highlights the strong visual presentation and engaging character designs.

    • “The visuals, as you can see from the screenshots, are amazing, VR or not.”
    • “The animation quality is incredible, the voice acting is great, and the graphics are nice.”
    • “Neither recommend nor ignore this game because it has very clear graphics, and the models, as well as their motion, emotion, and voices, are done so well that it feels like you are in the anime.”
    • “The graphics could've been better.”
    • “My only issues with this are the length of it (short, very short) and the style/look/art of the models wasn't my thing; however, the latter is my own personal problem. They were still made well despite the aesthetic.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is criticized for being extremely short and lacking depth, with only about 0.4 hours of actual playtime required to achieve all card drops. While some appreciate the game's artistic and emotional experience, many feel it does not offer substantial gameplay compared to other titles, making it more suitable for dedicated fans rather than general players. Overall, the game is seen as more of a supportive purchase for the creators than a robust gaming experience.

    • “The ambient is okay and some shadows are not rendering that well, but it doesn't impact the gameplay.”
    • “It just works on its own as an emotional, artistic experience, and I think that modern games should be heading that direction to support the gameplay, or as in the case of Spice & Wolf, be completely symbiotic, to create unforgettable games.”
    • “That would be fine if there was any gameplay, but it doesn't really have any of that either.”
    • “I do agree that the gameplay is rather short and non-VR users may have quite limited use out of this game, but buying it is rather a way of supporting the creators and opening the possibilities for more software in the future.”
    • “Can only recommend to hardcore Spice and Wolf fans, very short gameplay time.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere, with particular acclaim for the beautiful end credits song. Reviewers find it to be a significant element that complements the entertaining story and charming character, Holo, making the experience feel more immersive despite its brevity.

    • “The song used during the end credits was beautiful.”
    • “The music is fantastic, the motion capture animation is great if a bit theatrical, and it leaves you wanting so much more than just 3 short chapters.”
    • “The music and sounds are significant parts of the atmosphere.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its faithful recreation of the anime's essence, featuring near-perfect 3D rendering and a strong, immersive environment. The integration of music and sound further enhances the overall experience, contributing significantly to the game's captivating atmosphere.

    • “The atmosphere from the anime is carried over almost perfectly, and the 3D rendering is near perfection.”
    • “The atmosphere is stunningly strong and solid.”
    • “The music and sounds are significant parts of the atmosphere.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing and heartwarming dialogue between the characters Holo and Lawrence, which adds a charming dynamic to their interactions.

    • “The dialogue between Holo and Lawrence was funny and heartwarming.”
    • “The humor in the game is clever and keeps you engaged throughout.”
    • “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty banter between characters.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game is enhanced by the talented voice actors, whose performances bring an enjoyable familiarity, especially as they reprise their roles from the anime.

  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers a relatively short experience, with main stories lasting around 30 minutes and an additional interactive mode adding 10-15 minutes; however, players note that the replayability is limited.

    • “Although it's somewhat short (around 30 minutes for the stories, and the interactive mode adds about 10-15 minutes more with little replayability), it's well done in my opinion.”
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Spice and Wolf VR is a casual simulation game with fantasy theme.

Spice and Wolf VR is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Virtual Reality, Windows and others.

Spice and Wolf VR was released on June 3, 2019.

Spice and Wolf VR was developed by SpicyTails.

Spice and Wolf VR has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Spice and Wolf VR is a single player game.

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