Discovr Egypt: King Tut's Tomb
- April 11, 2016
- Discovr Labs
Get on SteamDiscovr Egypt takes you into the ancient tomb of King Tutankhamun using the HTC Vive, where you can not only learn about some of the rich history surrounding his legacy, but also uncover his treasures.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The experience allows players to explore a virtual representation of King Tut's tomb, providing a unique opportunity to see ancient artifacts in VR.
- The game is free to play, making it accessible for anyone interested in a brief exploration of ancient Egyptian history.
- The 'Treasure Hunt' mode adds a fun element of gameplay, encouraging players to engage with the environment and search for artifacts.
- The graphics and models are poorly crafted and lack detail, which detracts from the immersive experience of exploring a historical site.
- The educational content is minimal and often inaccurate, failing to provide meaningful insights into ancient Egyptian history.
- The overall experience is very short, lasting only about 10-15 minutes, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied and wanting more.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered mediocre and dated, which detracts from the overall experience and fails to accurately represent the intricate details of King Tutankhamun's tomb. While some users appreciate the visuals and the informative elements, many feel that the lower resolution textures and lack of detail do not do justice to the historical significance of the artwork. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant drawback for attracting gamers.
“The graphics are nice and the tidbits of info are cool!”
“The graphics (wall textures) are a little lower resolution than I'd like, but fine if you aren't up too close.”
“In the discovery setting, users explore King Tut’s tomb, gathering information about the artifacts and artwork through a series of text/audio bubbles.”
“Graphics-wise, this has some fairly mediocre/dated looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
“Three of the four chambers of King Tut's tomb are recreated here, though unfortunately the recreation lacks accuracy and detail and doesn't do justice to the ancient artwork still visible in these chambers.”
“The opulence and skill reflected in the ancient artwork celebrating the life of this Egyptian pharaoh is perhaps the most impressive feature of King Tutankhamun's tomb, yet it is poorly represented here in this early foray into modern virtual reality.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance even on capable hardware like the GTX 970 and 980 Ti. Complaints include low-resolution textures, awkward lighting, and a lack of core content, leading many to deem it unworthy of its price until significant improvements are made.
“But unfortunately, the bad performance and simplistic modeling takes that away.”
“Environment isn't very impressive (very low-res textures), performance is poor even on a 980 Ti, the lighting is really awkward and makes it hard to see, and there's not really a lot of educational information here.”
“Additionally, I stayed in reprojection 100% of the time in this game with a GTX 970, so the optimization is very poor.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as straightforward and unremarkable, lacking any standout features or innovations.
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the story is either unclear or lacking depth, leaving players questioning its coherence and engagement. Many users express a desire for a more developed narrative that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a dark and immersive setting, particularly highlighted in locations like King Tut's tomb, which enhances the overall experience, making it a worthwhile time killer despite its simplicity.
“The dark atmosphere in King Tut's tomb really enhances the experience, making it a nice little time killer to explore.”
“Exploring the tomb is quite enjoyable, especially with the immersive and eerie atmosphere that adds depth to the experience.”
“The ambiance created in the game is captivating, making every moment spent in the tomb feel intriguing and mysterious.”
