Dances with Butterflies VR

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Dances with Butterflies VR is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Matthew Hayter and was released on April 18, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Conduct clouds of Monarch butterflies in the forests of Mexico.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Incredibly relaxing and visually charming, providing a peaceful escape into nature.
Intuitive controls and soothing sound design enhance the immersive experience.
A great introduction to VR for newcomers, offering a simple and enjoyable way to interact with butterflies.

Lacks meaningful gameplay and interaction, making it feel more like an art experience than a game.
Graphics are subpar and do not meet the expectations for a visual experience.
The absence of a game loop or engaging content leads to boredom and limits replayability.

music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, providing a pleasant backdrop that enhances the experience, especially for those seeking a meditative atmosphere. Players appreciate the option to toggle the music on or off, and some enjoy interacting with the game elements in sync with the soundtrack. However, the overall engagement with the game may diminish quickly for some, overshadowing the music's positive aspects.
- “You can also turn the music off if you like.”
- “You can play with music or without music.”
- “You can move the blocks around and conduct the butterflies to the music.”
- “You have the option to listen to the in-game music while doing so.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for lacking meaningful interaction and structure, with reviewers noting the absence of gameplay loops and a compelling experience. While some appreciate the calming atmosphere and music, many find the game ultimately boring and pointless, leading to mixed recommendations. Overall, it fails to deliver engaging gameplay, leaving players unsatisfied.
- “You can watch my gameplay with no commentary here: https://youtu.”
- “There are no gameplay loops in this rejected art school dropout exhibition, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “It's... okay, but there's no 'it's okay' button. *sigh* There were two problems: I put the red things that attract the butterflies underneath the map somehow, trying to get them closer to me. My second problem was that I couldn't get them closer. I took an honest look at this game, and after 5 minutes, I got bored. I suppose it's good if you need an area to meditate, but for me, I found it pointless. Good music though... but I can't say I can recommend it, mainly because I recommend games based on story, gameplay, and music, with graphics being a lesser degree.”
- “And this had no story and a lack of gameplay, so I'm not sure what to make of this... again, another game I would put in the middle of recommend and not.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as poor and unappealing, while others find them nice and relaxing. Overall, the visuals seem to be a secondary concern for many players, overshadowed by issues with gameplay and engagement.
- “The visuals are nice and relaxing.”
- “The graphics are terrible; they really detract from the overall experience of the game.”
- “After a few minutes, I found the visuals to be quite dull and uninspired, which made me lose interest quickly.”
- “While the game has some redeeming qualities, the graphics are lackluster and fail to engage the player.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story of the game, set nineteen years after "Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus," follows protagonist BJ as he goes missing during a mission in Nazi-occupied Paris. However, many users find the narrative lacking depth and engagement, leading to feelings of boredom and disappointment, particularly when compared to other games that excel in storytelling. Overall, the story is perceived as weak, contributing to a mixed recommendation for the game.
- “Nineteen years after the events of Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, BJ has disappeared after a mission into Nazi-occupied Paris.”
- “Its... okay but there's no 'it's okay' button. I took an honest look at this game, and after 5 minutes, got bored. I suppose it's good if you are in need of an area to meditate, but for me, I found it pointless. Good music though, but I can't say I can recommend it, mainly because I recommend games based on story, gameplay, and music, and graphics to a lesser degree.”
- “And this had no story and lack of gameplay, so I'm not sure what to make of this... again, another game I would put in the middle of recommend and not.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as quirky and unexpected, with players finding amusement in elements like dive-bombing butterflies, even if it contrasts with the intended calming atmosphere. Overall, the humor received a weak positive rating.
- “I found the concept of dive-bombing butterflies that shoot downwards into the ground oddly amusing. It probably wasn't what the developers were going for with the calming surroundings, but I found it funny to watch.”

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Dances with Butterflies VR is a casual simulation game.

Dances with Butterflies VR is available on PC and Windows.

Dances with Butterflies VR was released on April 18, 2019.

Dances with Butterflies VR was developed by Matthew Hayter.

Dances with Butterflies VR has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its music.

Dances with Butterflies VR is a single player game.

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