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 moment of joy and hope for a player during a difficult time in their life.
- It offers a relaxing escape to a sunny island environment, making it suitable for casual play.
- The game has been noted to support upcoming VR developers, which is appreciated by some players.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including teleportation issues and poor collision detection.
- Graphics and overall design are considered subpar, resembling outdated technology and lacking substance.
- Many players feel the game is not worth any price, citing it as a poorly made project that should not be sold.
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that allows players to feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % 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.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with multiple users reporting significant bugs that detract from the overall experience.
“It's so buggy.”
“It's so buggy.”
“It's so buggy.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are reminiscent of early 3D gaming, specifically akin to Nintendo 64 and PlayStation 1 visuals, giving the tropical island a nostalgic yet dated appearance.
“It's a tropical island rendered in Nintendo 64/PlayStation 1 graphics.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is severely lacking, with users noting that the environment resembles a basic, untextured Unity box and suffers from significant issues such as the absence of collision detection, causing players to fall through floors. Overall, the experience is described as devoid of any meaningful gameplay elements.
“There's no gameplay; the environment is a fullbright Unity box, and there's no collision in indoor spaces, so you just fall through the floor.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted through the exploration and collection of items like apples and sea shells, which evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder as players interact with the environment. This mechanic fosters a connection to the game's world, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
