3dSen VR
- June 4, 2019
- geod
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Reviews
- 3DSenVR offers a unique and immersive way to experience classic NES games in 3D, breathing new life into beloved titles.
- The developer is actively updating the emulator, expanding the library of supported games and improving the overall experience.
- The ability to manipulate the camera and view games from different angles adds a fresh perspective to familiar gameplay.
- The user interface is clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult to navigate and select ROMs, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The emulator currently supports a limited selection of games, and some users have reported bugs and performance issues with certain titles.
- Players must source their own ROMs, which can be a hassle and may pose legal concerns for some users.
- story7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a positive experience with the game's story, particularly noting its immersive qualities when played in VR. Users appreciate the polished visuals and the nostalgic feel of classic titles like "Legend of Zelda," although some express a desire for better control remapping options. Overall, the narrative experience is enhanced by the VR format, making it a unique and engaging adventure.
“I just played 3Dsen on my Oculus Quest via ALVR and it was awesome.”
“Can't wait to review the software; it works well with the games on the list, better than the actual 3Dnes beta. I liked the conversion, but I hope there is a Quest version or even a mobile version. It looks nice and offers a different experience than even from 3Dnes because it's in VR and looks well polished. Legend of Zelda looks near the 3DS version but with an older version due to no texture and fewer polygons. I believe more games will be added to the list; hope soon.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of titles is improving, with a growing library of well-optimized games, though performance can be inconsistent. While some games run adequately on the NES, users report occasional skipping, and many titles remain unplayable, leading to a mixed overall experience.
“Games perform about as you'd expect on the NES. I have noticed some skipping here and there, but nothing too major that would severely detract from performance.”
“A growing library of optimized titles, and you can even play others not on the list, but expect mediocre 3D results in most cases.”
“Games perform about as you'd expect on the NES; I have noticed some skipping here and there, but nothing too major that would severely detract from performance.”
“Game performance is unplayable in many instances.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in 3dsen are praised for their stunning 3D remakes of classic titles, providing a visceral VR experience that enhances immersion. Users appreciate the custom camera views and the effective replication of light gun games, with the emulator transforming sprites and pixels into visually rich, volumetric representations.
“But with 3Dsen, the VR really makes the characters and graphics 'pop' out at you, giving you a visceral feeling of being in the game.”
“Pros: gorgeous graphics remaking some of our classics into 3D masterpieces, custom camera views for more in-depth gameplay, replicates light gun titles well (first emulator I've seen to support light gun titles so well).”
“3Dsen VR takes your ROMs and converts them to full 3D visuals; it seems to take the sprites and pixels and adds volume, Minecraft style.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is a nostalgic homage to retro classics, effectively revitalizing old favorites, though some users noted occasional sound glitches and a need for further polish in certain 3D profiles. Additionally, the overall file size for music is impressively small compared to modern media formats.
“This love song to the retro age was enough to breathe new life into old classics.”
“Some of the 3D profiles could be polished a bit more, and sometimes I heard some sound glitches in the music.”
“You could download every single game supported and enhanced by this emulator, and it would literally take up less space than 1-4 songs or an extremely short Vine/TikTok video (god forbid it be a 4K video).”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the game suffers from bugs, including unrefined 3D profiles and occasional sound glitches in the music, indicating a need for improved stability.
“The game is buggy and suffers from frequent crashes.”
“Some of the 3D profiles could be polished a bit more, and I occasionally heard sound glitches in the music.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is enhanced by customizable camera views, allowing for a more immersive experience, while the stunning graphics effectively transform classic titles into 3D masterpieces. Additionally, the game excels in replicating light gun titles, marking it as a standout emulator in this regard.
“You can reposition the camera as well, altering the gameplay itself a little.”
“Pros: gorgeous graphics remaking some of our classics into 3D masterpieces, custom camera views for more in-depth gameplay, replicates light gun titles well (first emulator I've seen to support light gun titles so well).”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is impacted by the control scheme, as users find the dual function of the touch pad—both for rotating the view and accessing the menu—frustrating, which can detract from the overall immersive experience.
