Deep Desktop

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Deep Desktop is a single player action game. It was developed by HBLD Productions and was released on June 20, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Deep Desktop" is a game that utilizes monocular depth estimation algorithms to add depth and realism to your desktop screen. It automatically installs all the necessary requirements for the algorithms to function, and runs in real time with your screen content. The game also allows you to move into the scene displayed and eases the burden on your VR headset's GPU by using a second GPU.

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Single-Player

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

story2 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The app provides an impressive 3D effect that enhances the experience of watching videos, playing games, and viewing images, making them feel more immersive.
Setup is easy and the software is fun to use, allowing for fine-tuning of depth, size, and position for a personalized experience.
It works well with a variety of content, including vintage games and 2D media, and has the potential to transform ordinary experiences into engaging 3D interactions.

The software can be confusing and lacks clear instructions, making it difficult for users unfamiliar with VR technology to set up and use effectively.
Performance issues may arise, particularly with lower-end hardware, leading to visual glitches, lag, and a less than optimal experience.
Some users report that the app feels more like a prototype, with persistent screen position issues and a lack of custom environments or presets.

story
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The story is described as a cool concept, but the execution may lead to technical issues, particularly on the Meta Quest 3, where users have reported concerns about overheating during gameplay. Overall, while the narrative idea is intriguing, the performance on certain platforms detracts from the experience.
gameplay
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Players find that the HUD elements in games like League of Legends can be distracting due to a depth flicker effect, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience and negatively impacts the perception of the 3D game world.
- “- For games like League of Legends, the HUD elements' depth flicker effect distracts dramatically from the gameplay, and I have a feeling that the normal game world, which is made 3D, is worse when I have the HUD activated.”
stability
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Users report significant stability issues, including frequent visual glitches such as warping, ghosting, and lag, particularly during streaming and gaming. Additionally, the user interface often freezes or locks, especially when using a headset, leading to frustration and a request for fixes.
- “If you're streaming content or playing a game, you will see several visual glitches, including warping, ghosting, lag, and some artifacts.”
- “I often can't really click the UI as it freezes/locks. I think it's always the case when I have my headset on. Please fix.”
- “If you're streaming content or playing a game, you will see several visual glitches, including warping, ghosting, lag, and some artifacts.”
graphics
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The graphics in this program are highly praised for their impressive 3D depth and holographic effects, particularly when used in virtual reality settings. Users note that while it performs well on platforms like YouTube and Netflix, it may require adjustments, such as turning off graphics acceleration, to function properly on others like Amazon Prime. Overall, it stands out as one of the best volumetric options available for VR enthusiasts willing to tweak settings for optimal performance.
- “If you do not mind (or if you enjoy) playing around with settings to get the best out of VR, this is one of the best programs I have ever used. It is far better than other volumetric options I have tried; literally anything on your screen has 3D depth, and the 'pop out' is holographic, especially if using virtual desktop with passthrough.”