ForeVR Pool

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ForeVR Pool is a single player and multiplayer casual sport game. It was developed by ForeVR Games Inc and was released on May 15, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"ForeVR Pool" is a virtual reality game that brings pool halls from around the world to your living room. Challenge friends, family, and in-game pros to a game of 8-ball and 9-ball, or battle 12 NPC pros to level up. The game features five0 custom cues, four immersive halls, and optional aim assist. Other features include match settings, 1v1 public and private multiplayer, quick match, and local pass and play. Experience ForeVR's custom pool physics engine, tailored for all playstyles, including spins, jumps, and trick shots.

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Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging pool experience, especially for VR newcomers, with great physics and smooth graphics.
It features a variety of game modes, including multiplayer, and has responsive developer support for player feedback.
The game is well-optimized for different VR platforms, providing a visually appealing environment and enjoyable gameplay mechanics.

The controls are overly complex and do not provide the intuitive, physical interaction expected from a VR pool game, leading to a less immersive experience.
There are significant technical issues, including crashes and connectivity problems, which hinder gameplay and frustrate players.
Some players have reported bugs and poor performance, particularly on certain VR systems, making the game unplayable for them.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a lock-aim-fire mechanic that some players find overly complex for a pool game, detracting from the simplicity expected in a VR experience. While the game offers enjoyable features like bright visuals, multiplayer options, and solid physics, the controls are perceived as rough and the gameplay less intuitive than anticipated, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. Players who prefer a more structured, "on rails" experience may appreciate it, but others might find it lacking.
- “The simplicity of interacting with pool, namely picking up a stick and hitting balls into holes, should be the core mechanic of a VR pool game.”
- “All in all, if you like an 'on rails' mechanic-heavy pool experience, this is your game.”
- “Bright colors, fun with friends, leveling system, bots, collectibles, cross-play, PvP, etc. Great physics and mechanics, you can also move with free locomotion and smooth turning options in settings.”
- “The lock-aim-fire mechanic is very much a 2D concept of the universe.”
- “However, this game seems more rooted in the overly complex 'controller' style mechanics.”
- “However, with the stick 'welded' to your hands and a 'staged' shooting mechanic, it loses the feel of a pool game.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the game's story, with some players expressing frustration over the lack of customization and multiplayer options, which detracts from the overall experience. While one user appreciates the ability to enjoy music while playing, the narrative elements seem overshadowed by technical issues and gameplay mechanics. Overall, the story appears to be less of a focal point, with players more concerned about the game's performance and social features.
- “This is one of the worst ports of any game I have ever played. The only good thing about this game is the fact I can listen to MC Burberry's 'Stella' while staring at the low poly Horizon Worlds avatars with no option to customize them at all.”
- “They need to enable cross-play with Quest players as multiplayer is dead currently with nobody else to play against.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their appealing art style, which prioritizes aesthetics over realism, resulting in a visually engaging experience across various arenas. Users note significant improvements in graphics quality and smooth performance, enhancing the overall immersion and making it easier to stream gameplay.
- “The visual and sound design are impressive, featuring a nice main lobby and various arenas. The art style doesn't aim for realism, which enhances its overall appeal.”
- “The graphics quality has been significantly improved, making it much easier to stream.”
- “The physics are excellent, and the graphics are tremendously smooth, drawing you into a variety of different pool halls.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music feature includes a YouTube integration, but users report it is broken and unlikely to be fixed soon, a recurring issue in the Forever titles on Steam. While the game includes necessary sound effects and some music, the overall experience is hampered by the malfunctioning feature.
- “It has a YouTube music feature, but it's broken too and isn't getting fixed anytime soon, as it's constant in every Forever title released on Steam.”
- “There's all the sounds needed and even some music.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express a desire for greater replayability in arcade games, noting that while the current offerings are enjoyable, they could benefit from additional features or content to enhance long-term engagement.