Candy Smash VR

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Candy Smash VR is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Wadup Games and was released on July 26, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

Satisfy your hacking and slashing needs in colorful and mushy candy world. Experience the most fun you can have with VR and HTC Vive controllers smashing stuff!

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and simplistic VR experience reminiscent of Fruit Ninja.
It has a nice cartoony candy style that appeals to players.
Some players found joy and a sense of hope while playing, highlighting its positive impact.

The game feels more like a demo than a full-fledged title, lacking depth and replayability.
There are significant gameplay issues, including poor hit detection and scaling problems.
It is criticized as a lazy clone of Fruit Ninja with minimal content and no additional features.

monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for being a blatant cash grab, with accusations of plagiarism and unethical practices by the developers, who are alleged to exploit others' work without proper credit. Users express frustration over the lack of originality and sincerity, labeling the game as low-quality "shovelware" aimed solely at profit.
- “It's important to also note the 'developers' here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
- “Trinity project/wadup games/dnovel/freeanimals_software/droid riot have shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab through this account or closely linked/alternate accounts.”
- “So you can see this 'developer' is insincere and is just dumping garbage like this onto Steam as a cash grab/scam.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is often praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, enhanced by striking graphics that contribute to the overall experience. Players appreciate how the environment complements the gameplay, creating a cohesive and captivating world. Overall, the combination of atmospheric elements effectively draws players into the game's narrative and setting.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Every corner of the environment feels alive, creating a rich and captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The combination of haunting music and detailed landscapes creates an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the atmosphere is lifeless and fails to engage the player.”
- “The game tries to create a tense atmosphere, but it often falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the good visuals and immersive VR environment, while others criticize them as subpar, likening the overall experience to a poorly executed clone of Fruit Ninja. Despite the appealing aesthetics, the lack of engaging gameplay detracts from the overall impression.
- “The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.”
- “The visuals are impressive, and the VR environment is beautifully designed.”
- “Terrible Fruit Ninja clone with bad graphics and no replayability.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game visually unappealing.”
- “The art style feels inconsistent and detracts from the overall experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay has been criticized for being subpar, overshadowing the game's good visuals and immersive VR environment. Many users express disappointment, suggesting that the gameplay issues significantly detract from the overall experience, making it hard to recommend the game even at a low price.
- “Gameplay, atmosphere, graphics.”
- “Good visuals, nice VR environment, but terrible gameplay; I can't recommend this game free or at 99 cents until it is fixed.”
- “What does not help to make the game look better are some issues with the gameplay.”
- “Good visuals, nice VR environment, but terrible gameplay; not even a good clone. I can't recommend this game for free or at 99 cents until it is fixed.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is minimal and often absent, contributing to a tranquil atmosphere that allows players to relax, though some may find the lack of musical elements disappointing. Overall, it serves more as a background element rather than a focal point of the experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “There's no scoreboard, no instructions, no power-ups, no music, no humor, just fruit and the occasional bomb.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is derived from its stark simplicity and lack of traditional gaming elements, such as scoreboards or music, which some players find ironically amusing. The juxtaposition of mundane fruit and the occasional bomb adds to the comedic effect, highlighting the absurdity of the game's design.
- “That's the most hilarious aspect of all this.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its lack of originality and minimal replayability, with users noting that it feels overly simplistic and fails to offer engaging content for repeated play.
- “A blatant copy of Fruit Ninja, and with almost no replayability.”
- “However, it's ultimately ridiculously simple, and has almost no replayability.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke deep emotional responses, highlighting a preference for spiritual and emotional fulfillment over materialistic pursuits. This aspect resonates with those seeking a more profound and enlightening gaming experience.
- “While many spend their finite time on this planet chasing materialistic ideals, a large contingent of individuals prefers to seek spiritual and emotional nourishment to further enlighten themselves.”