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8i brings virtual experiences to life with the highest fidelity, most realistic volumetric video of humans. A truly immersive experience, volumetric VR gives you a sense of presence and freedom to move through space and time, opening up worlds of possibilities. 8i volumetric VR experience features: True presence: Step into the story and feel like you’re not just watching someone, you’re with…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

stability3 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

An interesting tech demo showcasing the potential of volumetric video techniques in VR.
The technology demonstrates the ability to render real people in a 3D space, hinting at future possibilities for immersive experiences.
It's free to try, making it accessible for those curious about the technology without any financial commitment.

The performance is poor, with many users experiencing low frame rates and crashes on various systems.
The content is limited and often lacks engaging interactions, making it feel more like a showcase than a game.
Many users reported technical issues, including long loading times and graphical glitches, detracting from the overall experience.

optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with several users reporting significant performance issues, particularly in the latter half of the demos, even on high-end systems. While the first two demos run smoothly and showcase impressive 3D captured performances, the overall experience is marred by bugs and stuttering in certain scenarios, leading to calls for improvements in performance and additional content.
- “Thankfully the most interesting characters are in the 2 demos that have good performance.”
- “Cool little demo that shows the potential of human performances made for VR.”
- “Cool idea but huge performance issues and buggy even on a high-end system (GTX 1070).”
- “Very interested in the tech here, but the performance on my GTX 970 is just abysmal.”
- “It's worth noting that the performance is fine in the first 2 out of 4 demos - only the last 2 demos have issues.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a desire for more engaging and meaningful storytelling, particularly in character-driven narratives. While the potential for innovative storytelling through technology is acknowledged, many feel that the current execution lacks depth and compelling human interactions, leaving the stories feeling flat and uninteresting.
- “The tech can use some work, but these are great early examples of photogrammetry character-based storytelling.”
- “Imagine hearing a story and being one of the main characters in the story, kind of like a choose-your-own-path book.”
- “The wasteland one needed something interesting to happen, some fundamental human interaction to create a meaningful story... something deep but also cool!”
- “The actor seemed about as frustrated as I was with the story here.”
- “The tech can use some work but these are great early examples of photogrammetry character-based storytelling.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the quality and sound effects, while others criticize them for being subpar and glitchy, resembling outdated technology. Overall, the visuals are seen as lacking depth and realism, impacting the overall gaming experience.
- “Great graphics and sound effects.”
- “- It's important to remember that the graphics are everything about gaming.”
- “An artist with lesser graphics can do far more for the imagination.”
- “It's not bad, but it's also not really that great, and the characters tend to have minor graphical glitches and white borders that make the scenes look more like you're living in one of those old FMV-based point-and-click adventures instead of a real world.”
- “This is just a tech demo, but if you're interested in computer graphics, it's worth checking out.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being minimal, consisting mainly of character animations and dialogue, with little to no interactive elements.
- “There's no gameplay - just a few minutes of character animation and dialogue.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
Overall, stability reviews are mixed; while some users report smooth performance on high-end systems like the GTX 1080, others experience significant performance issues and graphical glitches, particularly on mid-range setups like the GTX 1070. Minor visual artifacts detract from the immersive experience, suggesting that the game's stability could be improved.
- “GTX 1080 runs great, no issues.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance throughout my gameplay sessions.”
- “Cool idea but huge performance issues and buggy even on a high-end system (GTX 1070).”
- “It's not bad, but it's also not really that great, and the characters tend to have minor graphical glitches and white borders that make the scenes look more like you're living in one of those old FMV-based point-and-click adventures instead of a real world.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its cheesy yet entertaining moments, such as a gladiator scene that evokes comparisons to classic comedies like "Bill and Ted." Players appreciate the blend of real people in CGI environments, which adds a unique and amusing dynamic to the virtual reality experience, especially considering the game is free.
- “It's a nice concept of having real people placed in CGI environments, allowing you to walk around them in virtual reality. The gladiator scene is cheesy, but the actor made me laugh; it felt like a scene from 'Bill and Ted'... and this is free!”
- “The humor in this game is spot on! I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously. The absurd situations and clever puns kept me entertained and made for a memorable experience.”