Bodyless
- September 15, 2020
- Virtual and Physical Media Integration Association of Taiwan
Bodyless is a surreal VR experience based on the director's childhood memory during Taiwan's martial law period in the 1970s. The player becomes a deceased political prisoner's ghost in his journey to find his way home.
Reviews
- Bodyless is a powerful and intense VR experience that offers a unique artistic interpretation of historical pain, featuring beautiful and haunting visuals.
- The experience is thought-provoking and emotionally impactful, with a generous length of around 25 minutes that allows for deep immersion.
- Despite some technical issues, many users found it to be a surreal and beautiful journey that stands out in the realm of VR art experiences.
- The game has been reported to not work on various VR systems, including Oculus Rift S and Quest, leading to frustration among users.
- Some players experienced long loading times and glitches, which detracted from the overall experience.
- The limited-time availability and expiration of the app have left many users disappointed, wishing more people could experience this artistic work.
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story is described as beautifully tragic and uniquely suited for VR, offering a compelling narrative that enhances the immersive experience. Users appreciate the stunning visuals that complement the storytelling, which is effectively delivered in a concise 24 to 28-minute format, depending on the chosen mode. Overall, it stands out among typical VR experiences for its engaging and artistic narrative.
“Stunning scenes linked together with a beautifully tragic story.”
“Most on-rails / free / surreal-trippy VR apps on Steam are unredeemable, but this one holds its own and tells a story that wouldn't really work on a 'regular' monitor.”
“This is a 24 or 28 minute experience depending on whether you choose the concise story or exploration mode.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their appealing visuals and thoughtful design elements, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“I enjoyed the visuals; they really enhance the overall experience.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its creativity, providing an engaging experience despite its brief 25-minute duration.
“The game is incredibly creative and atmospheric, even though it's only 25 minutes long.”