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8i

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71%Game Brain Score
stability, humor
optimization, story
71% User Score Based on 55 reviews

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8i is a single player action game. It was developed by 8i and was released on April 25, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews
stability3 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The tech demo showcases impressive volumetric 3D technology, providing a glimpse into the future of VR media.
  • It's free to try, making it accessible for those interested in exploring new VR experiences.
  • The concept of walking around scanned human performances is intriguing and has potential for future development.
  • The performance is poor on many systems, with significant frame rate issues and crashes reported.
  • The content is limited and often lacks engaging interactions, making it feel more like a demo than a game.
  • Many users found the acting cheesy and the graphics low quality, detracting from the overall experience.
  • optimization
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many 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 technology, the last two suffer from bugs and stuttering, leading to a frustrating experience for some players. Improvements in performance and additional content are highly anticipated by users.

    • “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

    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 users feel that the current execution lacks depth and compelling human interactions, leaving them unsatisfied with the overall story experience.

    • “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

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the potential for imagination despite lower quality, while others criticize awkward visuals and minor glitches that detract from immersion. Although there are moments of impressive graphics and sound effects, overall, the visuals are seen as subpar and reminiscent of outdated gaming styles.

    • “Great graphics and sound effects.”
    • “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

    The gameplay is criticized for being minimal, consisting mainly of character animations and dialogue rather than engaging interactive elements.

    • “There's no gameplay - just a few minutes of character animation and dialogue.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.

    • “The GTX 1080 runs great, with no issues.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
    • “I've experienced no crashes or bugs, which makes for a very stable gameplay.”
    • “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

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring additional lives to effectively progress.

    • “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

    The humor in the game is characterized by its cheesy yet entertaining moments, particularly highlighted by 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 reminiscent of a scene from 'Bill and Ted.' Plus, this is free!”
    • “The humor in this game is spot on! The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions kept me entertained throughout my playthrough.”
    • “I couldn't stop laughing at the absurd situations the characters found themselves in. The comedic timing is perfect, making even the simplest tasks feel like a riot!”
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8i is a action game.

8i is available on PC and Windows.

8i was released on April 25, 2016.

8i was developed by 8i.

8i has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its stability but disliked it for its optimization.

8i is a single player game.

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