Funfair

All the fun of the fair in the comfort of your own home! Funfair is a showcase of mini games built with the VRTK toolkit (SteamVR Unity Toolkit)

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Funfair is a free VR experience that showcases the capabilities of the VRTK toolkit, making it a valuable resource for aspiring developers.
The mini-games, while not all perfect, provide a fun and casual experience, especially for a short playtime.
The game has a charming atmosphere and sound design that enhances the overall immersion.

The game feels more like a tech demo than a fully realized game, with many mini-games lacking polish and depth.
Physics and gameplay mechanics are often inconsistent, leading to frustrating experiences in several mini-games.
The content is limited, with only a few mini-games available, which may leave players wanting more.

gameplay
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for effectively replicating the mechanics of a carnival, enhanced by advanced graphics. Users find the interactions intuitive, making it a valuable toolkit for developers looking to implement similar gameplay in their own projects.
- “If the goal was to replicate the rigged mechanics of an actual carnival, then success.”
- “It just pulls off the mechanics better - not to mention monumentally advanced graphics, in comparison to funfair.”
- “I use the toolkit this game's developer created for all of my projects, and I can say from experience that the gameplay interactions seen in this demo are very intuitive to put into your own games.”
monetization
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized for promoting an unfinished and abandoned product as a legitimate offering, with users expressing frustration over the low-quality advertisement and the use of a broken early access demo. This approach is seen as detrimental to the game's reputation and raises concerns about the appropriateness of using platforms like Steam for such marketing tactics.
- “The advertisement is unfinished and abandoned... seriously, these guys are trying to sell their 'virtual reality toolkit' construction kit, and their shining example is an abandoned, broken early access demo dumped on Steam!”
- “A final note, it's harmful to publish advertisements and unfinished/abandoned test games on Steam as the developers have done here.”
- “Steam isn't a cheap advertising agency for bad products.”
graphics
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are considered decent, with a simple art style that complements the gameplay mechanics effectively. While not the most advanced, they are appreciated for their charm, especially in comparison to similar titles. Overall, the visuals enhance the experience without overshadowing the fun of the mini-games.
- “The graphics are monumentally advanced, especially when compared to similar games.”
- “I like the mini-games and the simple art style, which adds charm to the overall experience.”
- “The ferris wheel may not have the best graphics, but it still has a nice aesthetic.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the story aspect is either unclear or not well-defined, with some users questioning its presence or coherence. Overall, it seems that the narrative may lack depth or engagement, leaving players wanting more.
grinding
1 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 challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “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.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users find the game emotionally uplifting, describing it as fun and relaxing, which contributes to a positive overall experience.
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is reported to run smoothly on various hardware configurations, indicating effective optimization.
- “This runs smoothly on my hardware.”
- “The game is well-optimized, providing a seamless experience even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wider range of players.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as a strong point, noting the effective use of background noise that enhances immersion and overall experience.
- “I definitely appreciate the atmosphere and background noise.”