Björk Vulnicura Virtual Reality Album

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"Björk Vulnicura Virtual Reality Album" is a deeply immersive and emotional VR experience that coincides with the song sequence of the album, following the narrative of a Greek tragedy. The VR videos are described as haunting, memorable, and intimate, taking viewers on a poignant journey through the artist's pain and transformation. This innovative approach by Björk demonstrates the potential of VR in combining emotion, audio, and visuals, setting a new standard for the medium.

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Play Modes

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

Björk Vulnicura Virtual Reality Album screenshot

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

optimization2 positive mentions

A must-have for Björk fans, offering a unique and immersive experience that showcases her music in a new way.
High production value with interesting visuals and a soothing soundtrack, making it a captivating experience.
Innovative concept of a VR album that allows fans to interact with the music and visuals, breaking new ground in the VR music genre.

The user experience is poorly designed, with navigation issues and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall enjoyment.
Audio quality and spatial audio implementation are inconsistent, leading to discomfort and confusion during some experiences.
The price point feels steep for the content provided, and the experience may not appeal to those who are not die-hard Björk fans.

music
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The music aspect of the game is highlighted by a soothing soundtrack and immersive VR experiences that allow players to engage deeply with Björk's music. While the interactive elements and visualizations enhance the experience, some users noted that navigation and the score mode could be improved. Overall, fans of Björk will likely find value in this unique blend of music and virtual reality, despite some limitations in content and execution.
- “This game offers an interesting visual experience as well as a soothing soundtrack to go along with it.”
- “The musical VR experiences or interactive music performances are immersive and a great way to really dive into an album quite literally.”
- “A VR show with Björk's music is the best experience I've ever had.”
- “This is not a game, yet an uninteractive film of music videos with a 360 view.”
- “Navigating between songs is not well polished.”
- “The 'scores' of each song aren't that interesting; floating notes are less cool than they sound.”
optimization
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The optimization of the musical VR experience is praised for its immersive qualities, allowing users to engage deeply with the album. However, some users express a desire for a more intimate connection with the artist during performances, indicating room for improvement in creating a closer experience.
- “The musical VR experiences and interactive music performances are immersive and provide a great way to truly dive into an album.”
- “Ultimately, what I really wanted from this experience was to feel 'closer' to Björk during her performances. While I applaud this initial effort, I still find myself longing to stand near her as she brings heaven to earth.”
graphics
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The graphics in the reviewed content are highly praised for their innovative and immersive qualities, particularly in VR experiences like "quicksand" and "notget," which offer stunning visuals that leave viewers in awe. Users appreciate the unique alien perspectives and the overall comfort provided by the visuals, making them feel that the graphical experience alone is worth the price.
- “I just watched the last few videos in VR and the score for Atom Dance, but I loved the visuals and the alien perspective of Quicksand that Björk did awesomely in the VR. It was very comforting and had me in awe, thinking I wish I could see some more.”
- “That said, the innovative 3D graphical experience in 'Notget' is simply outstanding, and arguably worth ten bucks just on its own!”
humor
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Users find the humor in the experience of discovering new content, suggesting that waiting to engage with it can lead to a fresh and enjoyable perspective. The lighthearted tone reflects a playful appreciation for timing in enjoying entertainment.
- “Funny, I didn't have this album until this option came out, so it's all new to me. Sometimes it's good to save things for later.”