AltspaceVR

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Welcome to AltspaceVR, the easiest way to meet people from around the world, play interactive games, and attend free live events in VR. Choose from over 28 activities or attend live events with comedians, DJs, authors, celebrities, and more. Day or night, there’s always someone to hang out with.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 503 reviews

story3 positive mentions

graphics4 negative mentions

AltspaceVR offers a unique social experience, allowing users to connect and interact with people from around the world in a virtual environment.
The platform hosts a variety of events, including comedy shows, discussions, and games, making it a vibrant space for social interaction.
The community is generally friendly and welcoming, providing a more mature alternative to other social VR platforms.

The moderation system is overly strict, leading to bans for minor infractions or misunderstandings, which can deter users from fully enjoying the experience.
The platform has been criticized for its limited avatar customization and lack of engaging content compared to competitors like VRChat and Rec Room.
Technical issues, such as login problems and bugs, have been reported, making the experience frustrating for some users.

music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the platform is vibrant and diverse, featuring a variety of live events such as open mic nights, concerts, and karaoke, which foster a lively social atmosphere. Users appreciate the range of musical experiences available, from casual listening to interactive performances, making it a popular venue for both entertainment and community gatherings. Additionally, the platform supports a mix of events, including comedy shows and presentations, ensuring there's always something engaging happening.
- “There are open mic nights, philosophy debates, live music, etc., and something interesting to attend near enough every day.”
- “Cool VR hangout with live events always taking place...whether it's a comedy show or a musical number, there's usually something happening to keep the environment lively.”
- “So many events like Bill Nye guest starring, comedy stand-up, talk shows, and other special events like AltspaceVR project demos from community members, and live music with DJs.”
- “A room full of people singing karaoke with the music on silent.”
- “I sat in a virtual concert yesterday with several random 'people' listening to an odd musician perform some strange singing/music.”
- “Because of its events focus it is perfect for corporate use, meetings, and music events so long as you're not doing any crazy light or screen shows like you can do in VRChat and Sansar.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated and reminiscent of mid-90s graphical chatrooms or N64-era visuals. Complaints include limited avatar customization, poor physics, and flickering visuals, leading to an overall impression of low quality and a lack of realism. While some users noted that certain areas and video presentations look decent, the overall graphical experience is considered subpar.
- “The lighting is uniform and the cartoony graphics have something a lot in common with Rec Room rather than anything realistic that you could achieve in other apps.”
- “As touched on before, the graphics of the areas are pretty cool. The avatars, however, are rather limited; there is a handful of designs, all pretty cool, and you can change their colors, but there is certainly not enough variety here.”
- “While I feel the avatars let it down, you pretty soon get used to it and the rest of the graphics are fine. When you have a huge YouTube wall up, the videos are crisp and detailed, webpages are more than readable, and the games are spot on.”
- “Game is very basic; pretty much all you can interact with is a heart you can throw and a marshmallow. So don't go into this thinking this is state of the art. The graphics are terrible and avatar customization is limited.”
- “The lighting is uniform and the cartoony graphics have a lot in common with Rec Room rather than anything realistic that you could achieve in other apps.”
- “The graphics, though, are a throwback to the N64 era.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is not explicitly defined, but it serves as a platform for social interaction and community-building, allowing users to engage in various activities like storytelling, learning languages, and playing games. While the experience is more tailored for Oculus Quest users, it lacks depth for those using PC VR headsets, leading to mixed feelings about its narrative potential. Overall, it emphasizes user-generated content and social experiences rather than a traditional storyline.
- “Me and my friends have had many hours and fun times in here on PCVR and the Quest version, hosting events, having lockdown birthday parties, world building, exploring/world hopping, and also meeting new people.”
- “Other events such as learning Spanish, Mandarin, geek meetups, learning to play Dungeons and Dragons, etc., are all set up along with storytelling and games.”
- “For people who have the Go or the Quest, this may be the best available option to them.”
- “☐ story?”
- “Other events such as learning Spanish, Mandarin, geek meetups, learning to play Dungeons and Dragons, etc. are all set up along with storytelling and games.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user reviews of AltspaceVR highlight a mixed experience regarding optimization. While some users report smooth performance without issues, others experience significant problems such as stuttering, glitches, and limited self-expression options due to performance constraints on devices like the Oculus Quest/2. There is a consensus that further optimizations and bug fixes are needed to enhance the overall experience.
- “AltspaceVR used to be a social VR platform and could be described as an optimized alternative to VRChat.”
- “I have not had any performance issues with Altspace, not one.”
- “Your options for self-expression are limited for performance reasons revolving around the Oculus Quest/2.”
- “Stuttering, glitches, bugs, falling through the map.”
- “There are many bugs and optimizations to the service that could be made.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the VR social app is highlighted by users' experiences of spontaneous laughter and funny interactions, such as watching cat videos together and engaging in lighthearted discussions. The charm of the platform is enhanced by the casual, comedic atmosphere created by its users, making it a space for shared hilarity despite occasional disruptions. Overall, the app fosters a fun environment where users can connect and enjoy humorous moments, even from a distance.
- “This VR social app is pretty cool; the controls are really easy to handle, and people are very funny on here as well.”
- “There is always a lobby every night, and you can have some pretty funny moments.”
- “You can create your own private room and watch funny cat YouTube videos with your mates, even if you're all miles apart in the real world.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that while the game offers a cleaner and smoother experience compared to similar titles, it is plagued by significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes. Many players experience problems with loading, stuttering, and even falling through the map, indicating that stability remains a major concern.
- “So buggy, it doesn't even fully load and yet still allows you to open the menu and visit other places.”
- “Stupid buggy mess of an app and their emails take forever to send.”
- “Stuttering, glitches, bugs, falling through the map.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its simplicity and lack of depth, primarily revolving around the repetitive actions of picking up and throwing objects, which many find poorly executed.
- “The gameplay of this literally consists of picking up things and throwing them, poorly.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized by a welcoming environment and positive interactions among players, enhanced by limited VR features that facilitate communication. Overall, users appreciate the friendly vibe and immersive qualities of the setting.
- “The atmosphere, people, and limited VR interaction help with communication.”
- “The atmosphere is nice, and the people are welcoming.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and lacks any real immersion.”
- “The environment is dull and fails to evoke any sense of wonder.”
- “The overall ambiance is flat, making it hard to stay engaged.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting the sense of community and the opportunity to interact with diverse, creative individuals. The ability to customize avatars enhances their immersion, allowing them to feel more personally invested in their virtual identity compared to other VR experiences.
- “I have met so many wholesome people from all over the world, so many artists, creatives, and open-minded free spirits. It's truly amazing.”
- “Being able to select my avatar and equip it in the tavern really made me feel like the cybernetic golem I was building, instead of just a Rayman-like set of disembodied hands that most other VR games offer.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express frustration with the monetization strategy, particularly when features are removed after updates while still being advertised, leading to a sense of deception and dissatisfaction among users.
- “It's frustrating to see features removed after an SDK update, especially when they were advertised as key components of the game.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I feel like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than providing a balanced experience.”
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 additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users praise VRChat for its enhanced character development, highlighting improved customization options, better character design, and a wider array of features and worlds to explore, which contribute to a more engaging social experience.
- “VRChat offers an impressive level of character customization, allowing players to create unique avatars that truly reflect their personalities.”
- “The character design in VRChat is exceptional, providing a wide range of features that enhance the overall experience.”
- “With so many worlds to explore and activities to engage in, VRChat fosters a vibrant community where character development thrives.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any emotional connection.”
- “There are limited options for customization, making it hard to create a unique character.”