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Heaven Forest - VR MMO is a single player simulation game. It was developed by MalboM and was released on February 14, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Heaven Forest - VR MMO is a contemplative multiplayer experience where players explore a mysterious world filled with hidden clues that encourage deep reflection on life’s meaning and purpose. The game features a shared environment where other players appear as spirits, fostering a sense of companionship on this philosophical journey. VR is supported but not mandatory.

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Audience ScoreBased on 178 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Heaven Forest offers a serene and atmospheric environment, perfect for players seeking a calming and meditative experience.
The game presents unique philosophical themes, encouraging introspection and contemplation about life and existence.
It supports VR, enhancing immersion and providing a visually appealing experience, especially for those who enjoy peaceful exploration.

The gameplay is extremely limited, primarily consisting of wandering and collecting items, which may leave players feeling directionless and bored.
The graphics and performance are subpar, with low-quality textures and significant draw distance issues that detract from immersion.
Despite being labeled as an MMO, player interaction is minimal, making the multiplayer aspect feel superficial and unfulfilling.

graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The graphics in this indie VR game are characterized by basic textures and models that reflect its small-scale development, often falling short of modern VR standards. While some users appreciate the artistic intent and calming atmosphere, others criticize the low resolution, poor render distance, and lack of immersive detail, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite the simplistic visuals, the game manages to create a visually appealing experience for those seeking tranquility rather than high-fidelity graphics.
- “The visuals are not at all realistic, but more artistic.”
- “It has a relaxing atmosphere, but SteamVR Home has better graphics and more rooms/areas, and is also free.”
- “Lovely graphics pull this masterpiece together nice and tight!”
- “The graphical fidelity reflects its indie origins—textures and models may appear simple or dated compared to modern VR standards—but the overall artistic intent still comes through.”
- “Unfortunately, although the map does have pretty graphics, the render distance is a complete joke, and makes it impossible to feel immersed in a world where the terrain 20 feet in front of you turns to a blurry mess.”
- “⚠️ Rough visuals and performance: while the environments can be beautiful, the graphics are basic and may not fully utilize modern VR capabilities.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
Gameplay in "Heaven Forest VR MMO" is characterized by a slow, exploratory pace that some players find refreshing, while others feel it lacks depth and direction due to its limited mechanics and absence of traditional objectives. The experience is more focused on exploration and dialogue than on engaging gameplay, leading to mixed reviews regarding its appeal and overall enjoyment. Many players describe it as a leisurely stroll rather than a compelling MMO experience, with clunky controls and dated visuals further detracting from the gameplay.
- “Gameplay unfolds at a gentle, unhurried pace.”
- “This looseness can feel refreshing to those tired of competitive or objective-heavy online spaces, but it can also leave some players wishing for more mechanical depth or structured social systems.”
- “Since the gameplay is nothing but walking around and collecting random items, I figured the main appeal of the game would be exploring a beautiful map.”
- “The lack of traditional gameplay loops, objectives, and progression systems may leave some players feeling directionless or disengaged.”
- “Beyond exploration and dialogue choices, there’s little in the way of traditional gameplay.”
- “The visuals lacked the magic, the gameplay was a VR snooze-fest, and the MMO aspect felt more like a solo stroll through a deserted forest.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and immersive qualities, particularly when experienced in VR, enhancing the overall emotional atmosphere. While many players find the soundtrack soothing and well-suited to the environment, some critique the quick transitions and feel that the music could be improved. Overall, it contributes significantly to the relaxing experience of the game.
- “Paired with calming music and subtle environmental audio, the world feels cohesive and emotionally grounded, especially when experienced through a VR headset where scale and depth enhance the feeling of drifting through a living dream.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Interesting game, I found it very relaxing thanks to a mix of very nice landscape and a wisely selected soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is okay, but the gameplay is clunky and not precise.”
- “Musical transitions are too quick, and the music is not fine (for me, it's just my opinion).”
- “Musical transitions are too quick, and the music is not fine (for me, it's just my opinion).”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Heaven Forest VR MMO emphasizes a serene and meditative atmosphere with its visually captivating landscapes, offering players moments of calm and wonder during exploration. However, the world can feel sparse, particularly during off-peak hours, and while it provides a relaxing experience, it is noted that other platforms like SteamVR Home may offer superior graphics and more content. Overall, it caters well to those who appreciate atmospheric environments for leisurely wandering.
- “For those who enjoy atmospheric exploration, peaceful VR environments, or simply wandering without expectation, it provides moments of genuine calm and wonder.”
- “Heaven Forest VR MMO features serene, meditative landscapes with forests, rivers, and mystical vibes.”
- “Visually, Heaven Forest prioritizes atmosphere over realism.”
- “It has a relaxing atmosphere, but SteamVR Home has better graphics and more rooms/areas, and is also free.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The story in this game is criticized for being superficial and lacking depth, with players encountering only a few clichéd philosophical texts that fail to provide meaningful narrative engagement. Instead of a traditional storyline, the game offers a tranquil environment that serves more as a space for reflection than a quest-driven experience. Overall, the narrative elements are deemed disappointing and unoriginal.
- “Developed by Fabio Ferrara and published by Chubby Pixel, it invites players into a serene digital forest that serves more as a reflective space than a battleground or quest hub.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “As for the story, despite the claims made on the store page, there is nothing to see here, only a couple of walls of text spouting some clichéd pseudo-intellectual philosophy without any meaning.”
- “As for the story, despite the claims made on the store page, there is nothing to see here, only a couple of walls of text spouting some clichéd pseudo-intellectual philosophy without any meaning.”
- “Not that you can communicate with them or go on quests together or anything.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's optimization has been criticized for its rough visuals and basic graphics that fail to leverage modern VR capabilities, resulting in occasional glitches and frame drops during gameplay.
- “The optimization in this game allows for smooth gameplay, even in complex environments.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have focused on performance, ensuring a stable frame rate throughout my experience.”
- “The game runs efficiently on a variety of hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “⚠️ Rough visuals and performance: while the environments can be beautiful, the graphics are basic and may not fully utilize modern VR capabilities.”
- “Optimization issues can lead to occasional glitches or frame drops.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for frequent glitches, frame drops, and crashes, significantly detracting from the overall experience. Users report that these issues, combined with a lack of engaging content, make for a frustrating gameplay experience.
- “Optimization issues can lead to occasional glitches or frame drops.”
- “Buggy two hours of boring exploration.”
- “All you do is go around trying to collect stuff; it's pointless, it's also buggy and it crashed a few times already. This game needs a lot more content; so far, it's a no from me.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is enhanced by calming music and immersive audio, creating a cohesive and dreamlike experience, particularly in VR. Players are encouraged to engage with the game at their own pace, allowing for personal emotional interpretations and a deeper connection to the environment.
- “Paired with calming music and subtle environmental audio, the world feels cohesive and emotionally grounded, especially when experienced through a VR headset where scale and depth enhance the feeling of drifting through a living dream.”
- “It works best when approached with curiosity rather than demands, letting players determine their own pace, purpose, and emotional interpretation.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game raises concerns among users, as its quality is often compared to that of asset flips and cash grab scams, leading to skepticism about its value. Despite the lack of concrete evidence, players feel the need to approach the game's monetization practices with caution.
- “There's no evidence, so we need to give the benefit of the doubt... regardless, asset flip or not, the quality here is indistinguishable from many asset flip/cash grab scams, and that's a problem in itself.”

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