Bowl VR

About

"Bowl VR" is a high-quality bowling simulation for virtual reality, offering roomscale bowling with realistic physics and smooth controls. Players can compete in local couch multiplayer mode across two detailed bowling alleys, with achievements and unlocks to earn. The game requires a HTC Vive to play.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

39%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a realistic bowling experience with good ball control and satisfying gameplay once you get the hang of it.
The basement and space lanes provide a unique environment, and the game has potential for fun, especially with the spin mechanics.
The developer has addressed some concerns in updates, showing commitment to improving the game and enhancing the overall experience.

The game has significant bugs, including issues with the ball getting stuck and controllers not interacting properly, making it unplayable for many users.
It lacks content and features, such as challenge modes or skill shots, leading to a feeling of being basic and unsatisfying.
The menu system is clunky and frustrating, with problems in entering names and navigating options, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highlighted for its realistic basement environment and impressive space lanes, making it a standout VR bowling experience, particularly due to its effective spin mechanics that require only a simple wrist turn. However, some users have noted that the ball mechanics can be buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The basement environment is very realistic, and the space lanes are really cool. Most notably, it is the best bowling game for VR because it has excellent spin mechanics that can be applied with a simple turn of the wrist.”
- “The ball mechanics are buggy.”
- “The gameplay feels unpolished and frustrating at times.”
- “There are numerous glitches that disrupt the overall experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs, particularly with the ball mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, many recommend against purchasing it until these problems are resolved.
- “Do not buy this game; it is still way too buggy!”
- “The ball mechanic is buggy.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere in the game is criticized for lacking cohesion, with sound effects that clip and fail to align with the on-screen actions, detracting from the overall immersive experience.
- “It needs more atmosphere; the sounds that are present clip and don't match the current actions.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any sense of immersion.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to stay engaged.”