Hello Puppets! VR

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Hello Puppets! VR is a single player action game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by Otherworld Interactive and was released on October 22, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Hello Puppets! VR" is a horror-themed virtual reality game that takes place in a mysterious abandoned puppet theater. As the player, you must solve puzzles and uncover the dark secrets of the theater while avoiding being captured by the hostile puppets. The game features a variety of puppet enemies, each with their own abilities and behaviors, providing a challenging and immersive experience.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 227 reviews

story31 positive mentions

stability24 negative mentions

Hello Puppets! VR offers a unique and immersive horror experience, effectively utilizing VR mechanics to create tension and atmosphere.
The game features excellent voice acting and a compelling narrative that keeps players engaged, with a mix of humor and horror that adds depth to the experience.
Puzzles are well-designed and fit seamlessly into the environment, encouraging exploration and thoughtful interaction rather than rushing through the game.

The game is notably short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
Numerous bugs and glitches can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues that may require restarts, which detracts from the overall experience.
Some players found the controls and movement mechanics frustrating, with slow movement speed and unclear puzzle solutions that can lead to confusion.

story
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its engaging and eerie narrative, effectively blending horror with humor through well-defined characters and a haunting atmosphere. However, many reviewers note that the story is quite short, leaving players wanting more depth and content, especially given the game's price point. Despite some bugs and limitations in voice acting, the unique storytelling and immersive experience make it a recommended play for fans of VR horror.
- “The story unfolds gradually, revealing a mysterious and haunting narrative that ties the gameplay and environment together.”
- “The combination of eerie storytelling, engaging puzzles, and atmospheric tension makes it a must-play for those who love VR horror or just want a unique, spine-tingling adventure.”
- “The story and art style are amazing, had great jumps and atmosphere.”
- “Storywise, it's... it's haunted puppets, that have puppet organs, which is relevant, like... twice.”
- “The game was pretty short, and for how much it costs I don't think it's worth it at full price. Maybe get it during a sale if you do want to try it out, but personally I think the game could have been more; maybe could have made it longer with the story, because it just felt too quick, 'oh it's the end now.' There are also a lot of bugs.”
- “The story on its own isn't much to write home about since the game is so short, but what few characters are here are all well defined and likable in their own ways.”
gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a gradual narrative that encourages exploration and careful movement, enhanced by immersive VR mechanics and engaging puzzles. While the core mechanics are simple and some aspects, like stamina management, could use improvement, the integration of a puppet companion adds a unique twist to the experience. Overall, players appreciate the story and atmosphere, though some feel the gameplay could benefit from more depth and content for its price.
- “The narrative unfolds gradually and keeps you curious, while the gameplay encourages exploration and careful movement rather than rushing forward.”
- “It uses virtual reality to its fullest, creating immersive, tactile gameplay that feels fresh and exciting.”
- “The gameplay is fairly engaging because whenever you get stuck, your 'puppet buddy' will be happy to guide you through.”
- “Warning to the devs: for the coming game - do not make the next game into a 'hide in the closet' experience throughout the whole game, it's such an overused mechanic.”
- “Don't let the great art, graphics, or voice acting fool you into thinking the gameplay won't be straight out of 'babies first VR game textbook circa 2015' where the game design is as follows:”
- “The gameplay overall definitely needs some tweaking with how fast stamina runs out in the game, with no clear indication of a stamina bar I find it kind of meek that it wasn't visually implemented so the user doesn't break their controllers in the process.”
humor
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, blending well with its creepy atmosphere and unsettling puppet designs. Players appreciate the witty dialogue, particularly from the foul-mouthed puppet Scout, which adds a layer of hilarity to the otherwise tense experience. While some found the humor to be a refreshing contrast to the horror elements, others noted that the balance between scary and funny could be inconsistent, with some characters failing to fully commit to either tone.
- “The eerie atmosphere, unsettling puppet designs, and creepy backstory set the stage for a genuinely tense experience—but then there’s Scout, the foul-mouthed, sarcastic puppet sewn onto my hand, who somehow manages to make everything both hilarious and terrifying at the same time.”
- “The highlight is the dialogue with the puppets; it was funny enough to keep me going.”
- “I love the puppet's smart-ass humor and how they swear; it makes this game a whole lot more enjoyable.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the charming art style and overall visual quality, while others criticize the performance issues, glitches, and outdated graphical standards reminiscent of earlier gaming eras. Users noted that while the art and atmosphere are appealing, technical problems detract from the experience, particularly on certain platforms like the Quest 2. Overall, the game's visuals are seen as a highlight, but they are marred by inconsistencies and bugs that impact gameplay.
- “The art style is where this game excels, and the fact that during your adventure you will have a companion throughout the game to help encourage you and guide you along this magical journey.”
- “The storytelling, graphics, and voice acting were amazing.”
- “For the graphics and atmosphere, I think they nailed it.”
- “It's about two hours long, with graphics reminiscent of the 2000s and bugs reminiscent of 2020.”
- “There are numerous bugs and graphical issues that I came across.”
- “Port this to the Quest and leave it there; the standards are much lower on that platform, and it doesn't seem like this game requires a lot of graphical power.”
stability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been widely criticized for its stability issues, with many players reporting numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and break immersion. While some found the experience enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus is that the game is quite buggy, leading to frustration and a diminished experience. Players noted that these issues, combined with the game's short length, detracted from its potential enjoyment.
- “Unfortunately, it's riddled with quite a few game-breaking glitches, so you have to restart once in a while, which breaks immersion.”
- “I did encounter a number of bugs and glitches, like a scout suddenly repeating all the voice lines from the level I was in (which actually continued even after quitting the game, spooky!), the buzzsaw continuing to move to the right, right out of the cage and across the level, and being unable to open a door because a copy of the door had spawned in front of it.”
- “The game is short, pretty buggy in places, and some of the puzzles left me feeling frustratingly stupid (probably my fault), but the idea of sticking a character on your arm that has its own personality is absolutely brilliant.”
atmosphere
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, effectively blending creepy visuals, moody lighting, and engaging storytelling to create a tense experience. Players appreciate the clever use of humor alongside the unsettling environment, which enhances the overall horror without relying heavily on jump scares. The combination of detailed design, strong voice acting, and a unique puppet companion contributes to a captivating and spine-tingling adventure that resonates with fans of VR horror.
- “Visually, the game builds a convincing creepy atmosphere with detailed models, moody lighting, and subtle but effective horror elements that keep you on edge without overwhelming.”
- “The combination of eerie storytelling, engaging puzzles, and atmospheric tension makes it a must-play for those who love VR horror or just want a unique, spine-tingling adventure.”
- “The eerie atmosphere, unsettling puppet designs, and creepy backstory set the stage for a genuinely tense experience—but then there’s Scout, the foul-mouthed, sarcastic puppet sewn onto my hand, who somehow manages to make everything both hilarious and terrifying at the same time.”
- “The looming horror atmosphere is just constantly weighing on you, and that means that all the dialogue you hear is not only wonderfully done (which it is) but it also helps to endear the characters to you.”
- “It's not necessarily scary 24/7, but the atmosphere is truly disturbing and eerie enough to make you want to explore it.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its delightful quality and integration with the overall artistic design, enhancing the storytelling experience. Reviewers appreciate the unique rhyming and the effort put into the musical composition, although some feel that the inclusion of swearing detracts from its appeal to a broader audience. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the game's visuals and narrative.
- “A lot of work went into creating the backstory, with art, music, and puppet design.”
- “Other than that, I love the concept, love the puppet puzzles, love the music.”
- “The music is delightful; I want to say the rhyming is more a treat than anything else.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the concept is intriguing, the music doesn't enhance the experience and often feels out of place.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't contribute to the overall atmosphere of the game.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be a heartfelt experience that evokes strong emotions, often leading to tears, particularly due to the attachment to the character Scout and the impactful ending. The combination of quirky VR mechanics and a compelling story about puppets adds to the emotional depth, making it a memorable and touching journey.
- “It was interesting, and a very heartfelt game.”
- “Actually a little spooky, the puzzles make you think, and it's hard not to get emotionally attached to Scout.”
- “The ending is particularly emotional and impactful.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game suffers from low replayability due to its short length, minimal content, and numerous glitches. Players noted that aside from finding a few secret rooms, there is little incentive to replay, making the experience feel limited and lacking depth.
- “The scares aren't that great, it's way too short, the graphics are okay at best, and there is no replay value.”
- “The only thing I have to say that kind of sucks is that the movement speed is very slow and the game has no replay value.”
- “There's just too little to do and no replay value, and that's before you factor in the bugs.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players report excellent optimization, highlighting great graphics and solid performance without any significant issues or game-breaking bugs.
- “Graphics and performance are great.”
- “I had no issues, nor game-breaking problems, and performance was good overall.”
- “I did not experience any optimization issues.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable rather than tedious, largely due to the engaging personality of the companion character, which adds a fun element to the experience.