Dinosaur Safari VR

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Dinosaur Safari VR is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Hollowhead, Inc. and was released on October 15, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

Go on Safari and explore a tropical island filled with awe-inspiring and dangerous Dinosaurs. Discover their secrets and experience first-hand how these wonders of a bygone world lived and died right before your very eyes!

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Single-Player

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The immersive environment and atmosphere effectively transport players to a prehistoric world, with impressive sound effects and day-night cycles.
The intuitive controls and mechanics, such as photographing and scanning dinosaurs, provide an engaging experience for VR newcomers.
As a free experience, it offers decent graphics and smooth performance, making it a worthwhile exploration of dinosaur life for those interested.

The game lacks meaningful gameplay elements and variety in tasks, primarily focusing on finding and photographing dinosaurs without interactive challenges.
Movement controls can be frustrating, as teleportation is the only option, making navigation tedious and limiting player immersion.
Many players feel it does not qualify as a game due to the absence of gameplay loops and meaningful interactions, leading to disappointment.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The gameplay is largely criticized for lacking meaningful interaction and traditional gameplay loops, resembling more of a walking simulator than a game. Players are disappointed by the absence of engaging mechanics, as the experience feels more like a passive exhibition or safari rather than an interactive adventure. Additionally, the teleportation movement system detracts from the overall experience, limiting player agency.
- “There are no gameplay loops in this rejected film school dropout exhibition, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “First of all, let's keep in mind this is not really a game; this is a dinosaur safari, so don't expect any form of 'gameplay'. It's just like a visit to the zoo, except your regular animals are replaced with dinosaurs, and they are not in cages!”
- “It lacks a lot of gameplay elements, so it's more of a short walking simulator, only you can't really walk because the game requires you to teleport everywhere, which I don't enjoy.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users praising them as great, while others found them below average, though they noted that the animations were decent.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visuals are incredibly detailed and vibrant, making the game world come alive.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The graphics are below average, but the animations are decent (not great).”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impressive sky and cloud visuals, along with striking light effects during transitions from day to night, creating an immersive and captivating environment.
- “The sky and clouds, along with the light effects when night falls or the sun rises, are very well done and create a beautiful atmosphere.”
- “The immersive sound design and ambient music perfectly complement the stunning visuals, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The detailed environments and dynamic weather changes contribute to a captivating atmosphere that draws you into the game world.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized for VR, providing a visually appealing experience that runs smoothly without performance issues.
- “It looks decent in VR and it runs smoothly too.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the frame rates are stable and the graphics are well-tuned.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as it requires extensive movement to observe dinosaurs, primarily through long-distance teleportation. This can become monotonous, especially since the dinosaurs are constantly on the move, necessitating continuous effort to keep up with them.
- “That's the main issue in my opinion: you have to move a lot to see dinosaurs, and the only way to move is to teleport over long distances, which can get a bit tedious after some time. Especially since they keep moving, you have to keep up with their pace if you want to watch them from a close distance.”