Emergence ᵠ
- July 20, 2016
- 17th Dimension
Get on Steam"Emergence ᵠ" is a virtual reality game that allows players to explore fractals and adjust parameters to see how they work. The game has been rewritten in Unreal Engine 4.25, resulting in improved performance and support for Valve Index and Oculus. Players can use the Desktop Overlay interface if they do not have a VR headset. The game features a meditative soundtrack and offers a visually stunning and educational experience into the world of fractals.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers breathtaking VR visuals and a unique experience that immerses players in beautiful fractal worlds.
- The performance is smooth when set to ideal render distances, allowing for impressive real-time exploration and manipulation of fractals.
- The developer is responsive and seems committed to improving the game, which shows potential for future updates and enhancements.
- The game has significant usability issues, including a confusing UI and limited movement controls that hinder exploration.
- There are performance problems, particularly on lower-end hardware, which can lead to crashes and a less enjoyable experience.
- The game does not fully utilize the VR headset's field of view, and there are visual glitches like flickering that detract from the overall experience.
- music5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its great soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and complements the visuals effectively. Players appreciate the ambient music and express a desire for additional features, such as color filters that respond to the music.
“The great soundtrack adds a lot to the experience.”
“Very cool, nice music, interesting fractals.”
“The ambient music in the background is a brilliant match.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I wish there were more tracks to choose from; the current selection gets old quickly.”
“The sound mixing is off, and some tracks are too quiet compared to the gameplay.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's performance is exceptionally smooth when optimized with the right settings, allowing for impressive visual experiences. However, there are still some performance issues that need addressing, and players are hopeful for improvements in the upcoming update.
“It really will be an incredible experience once the performance issues are worked out.”
“When set to an ideal render distance and number of iterations, the performance is godly smooth and you can make and watch huge fractal transformations emerge at max stable frame rate.”
“I'm looking forward to the new update which supposedly improves the performance.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the app are praised for their breathtaking VR visuals and stunning visualizations, making it accessible and enjoyable even for those unfamiliar with concepts like fractals. Users appreciate the cool and captivating visuals that enhance the overall experience.
“But as is, it already is a powerful app that yields some breathtaking VR visuals.”
“Also, to be clear, I have no idea what a fractal even is, so if you're thinking 'I'm interested in beautiful VR visuals, but this sounds confusing to me and I don't know what a fractal is', don't worry, this is still for you!”
“Cool visuals nonetheless.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users emphasize that the gameplay experience is more impactful and enjoyable than any written description, highlighting the importance of hands-on interaction in understanding a game's true value.
