Cosmic Awakening VR

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Cosmic Awakening VR is a single player action game with a violence theme. It was developed by 3D Generation and was released on August 25, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Cosmic Awakening VR" is a horror game set in a sci-fi environment, featuring two game modes: "Eight Pages" and "Eight Pages Classic". In these modes, players must collect pages while avoiding unknown horrors, with increasing difficulty and terror as more pages are collected. The game offers randomization for replayability and can be enjoyed alone, with friends, or as a spectator. It was developed by a small team over the course of a year and is completely self-funded.

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a highly immersive environment with interactive elements that enhance the overall experience.
The atmosphere is well-crafted, providing a sense of dread and tension that is effective in a horror setting.
Despite its short length, the game offers a fun and engaging experience, especially for fans of VR horror.

The controls are clunky and do not work well on certain VR systems, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game is very short, with many players feeling it does not justify the full price due to limited content.
There are significant bugs and performance issues, including problems with item interaction and game stability.

atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its terrifying and immersive qualities, particularly in VR, where sound design enhances the experience. However, some reviewers note that certain elements feel clichéd, and there are suggestions for improvement in atmospheric tension and music usage. Overall, the graphics and setting contribute positively to the horror experience.
- “✔️ The graphics are good with a terrifying atmosphere.”
- “This game has lots of atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere and space station setting are both really well done.”
- “The atmosphere needs a bit of work.”
- “The atmosphere is too cliché.”
- “The atmosphere was fine, and the graphics were well enough, but since it was horror, the game went into creepy mode nearly right off the bat.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a concise horror survival experience set on a deserted space station, reminiscent of larger titles like "Alien: Isolation," but designed for VR with a shorter playtime of 15-30 minutes. Players appreciate the immersive audio elements and engaging background lore provided through in-game audio logs, although some feel the estimated playtime is overstated. The narrative unfolds linearly, building tension as players navigate the environment while being pursued by a creepy creature.
- “Has the feel of bigger, longer, more in-depth games like Alien: Isolation, but wrapped up into a VR-friendly, short story format.”
- “The audio books you find laying around give it a nice background story, the graphics are spot on, the creature is sufficiently creepy, and it runs smooth and stable for me.”
- “The whole story experience probably takes 15-30 minutes, just depending on your pace and your ability to find the right items.”
- “The whole story experience probably takes 15-30 minutes, just depending on your pace and your ability to find the right items. The store lists the experience as 1-2 hours, and I just don't see how, even if you are looking for every item, that is accurate.”
- “Finished the story mode in under 30 minutes and spent 20 minutes playing with the ping pong table.”
- “Horror survival on a space station where the crew is gone and something is chasing you. Hmm, now where have I heard this story before?”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users finding it confusing and poorly configured, particularly noting issues with picking up items and a lack of an exit option. However, others appreciate the visually appealing environments and the effective use of horror elements, suggesting that the game has potential in terms of atmosphere and immersion.
- “I like action, but I think adventure and exploration games fit VR really well since the mechanics are not very complicated and the focus can be on the environment rather than running here and there not really enjoying the setting.”
- “Really good looking environment and the gameplay is pretty scary (in a good way).”
- “It doesn't seem to configure correctly, so you can't pick up things off of the floor. The actual gameplay is honestly confusing, and there isn't even a way to exit the game.”
- “I like action, but I think adventure and exploration games fit VR really well since the mechanics are not very complicated and the focus can be on the environment rather than running here and there, not really enjoying the setting.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality and ability to create a terrifying atmosphere, contributing effectively to the horror experience. Users appreciate the smooth performance and variety of graphics settings available, although some noted minor issues with the settings themselves. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point of the game.
- “The graphics are spot on, the creature is sufficiently creepy, and it runs smooth and stable for me.”
- “The graphics are good with a terrifying atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere was fine and the graphics were well done, enhancing the creepy mode right off the bat.”
- “One downside I did find, however, are the graphics settings.”
- “The atmosphere was fine and the graphics were good enough, but since it was a horror game, it went into creepy mode nearly right off the bat.”
- “It has many options for graphics and other settings.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the inclusion of random modes enhances the game's replayability, providing varied experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The random modes add a great deal of replayability to the game.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to come back for more.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two games are ever the same.”
- “But at least those random modes do give the game some replayability.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when they struggle to locate the specific items needed for progression.
- “It does become a bit tedious, especially if you don't find the correct item you're supposed to find.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to realize it was all for a small upgrade that didn't feel worth the effort.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users emphasize that VR games benefit more from atmospheric sounds rather than suspenseful music, as the immersive experience is heightened with quality audio equipment. They suggest that sound design should focus on enhancing the environment and guiding player emotions rather than relying on traditional music cues.
- “VR games don't need suspenseful music (like when the monster starts to chase you); with the Vive and a good set of headphones on, the immersion is at its maximum, allowing for atmospheric sounds to lead and control the player.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience and drawing players deeper into the game world.”
- “The music in this game is incredibly immersive, creating an emotional connection that elevates every moment of gameplay.”
- “VR games don't need suspenseful music (like the kind used when a monster starts to chase you); with the Vive and a good set of headphones on, the immersion is at its maximum, so lead and control the player with atmospheric sounds.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and not fitting for the game's atmosphere, which detracted from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that optimization is generally good, with many experiencing no performance issues despite negative reviews from others. This suggests that the game's optimization may vary based on individual system specifications.
- “After reading a negative review about performance, I want to share that my specs are as follows, and I had zero issues.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the developers have optimized the game, making it accessible for a wider range of systems.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
- “Despite having a powerful setup, the optimization is so bad that I can't enjoy the game.”