Heaven Island Life
- April 21, 2016
- Fabio Ferrara
Get on Steam"Heaven Island Life" is a VR experience for HTC Vive that lets you explore a serene island with environments inspired by Renzo Piano designs. Interact with objects using "Soul controllers," such as teleporting with the right trigger and creating stones with the left to build zen gardens or throw into the sea. Please note that the game is only compatible with the HTC Vive.
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Reviews
- The game provided a sense of joy and hope during a difficult time, helping players to relax and escape from their problems.
- It offers a unique experience for those looking to explore a virtual environment, even if the content is limited.
- The low price point makes it accessible for players who want to try out VR without a significant investment.
- The game is poorly made, with numerous bugs including teleportation issues and lack of solid collision detection.
- Visual quality is subpar, resembling outdated graphics and lacking engaging content or gameplay mechanics.
- Many players feel it is not worth any price, suggesting it should be free due to its lack of substance and functionality.
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to be quite unstable, with numerous bugs affecting the overall experience.
“It's so buggy.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and glitches that ruin the experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are reminiscent of early 3D gaming, specifically akin to Nintendo 64 and PlayStation 1 visuals, presenting a tropical island environment with a nostalgic aesthetic.
“The graphics are stunning, bringing the vibrant colors of the tropical island to life.”
“The visuals are reminiscent of classic Nintendo 64 and PlayStation 1 games, evoking a sense of nostalgia.”
“The art style beautifully captures the essence of a tropical paradise, making every scene a visual delight.”
“It's a tropical island rendered in Nintendo 64/PlayStation 1 graphics.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is severely lacking, with users noting the absence of any interactive elements and a poorly designed environment that features a fullbright Unity box and no collision detection, resulting in players falling through the floor.
“There's no gameplay; the environment is a fully bright Unity box, and there's no collision in indoor spaces, so you just fall through the floor.”
“The controls are unresponsive and clunky, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
“The lack of variety in gameplay mechanics makes it feel repetitive and dull very quickly.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is enhanced by the interactive exploration of elements like apples and sea shells, which players can collect by touching, creating a sense of engagement and nostalgia.
