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Hello Puppets! VR

81%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
stability, replayability
81% User Score Based on 218 reviews

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PCPCOculus RiftOculus RiftWindowsWindowsVirtual RealityVirtual Reality
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"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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Hello Puppets! VR screenshot
Hello Puppets! VR screenshot
Hello Puppets! VR screenshot
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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 218 reviews
story29 positive mentions
stability22 negative mentions
  • Hello Puppets! offers a unique blend of horror and dark comedy, with a memorable puppet companion that adds humor and depth to the experience.
  • The game features engaging puzzles and a creepy atmosphere, enhanced by solid voice acting and character interactions that make the player feel immersed.
  • Despite its short length, the game delivers a fun and entertaining experience, with well-executed jump scares and a captivating story.
  • The game is quite short, typically taking around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, leaving players wanting more content and depth.
  • There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with puzzle mechanics and character interactions that may require restarts.
  • The game lacks clear guidance for some puzzles, which can lead to frustration and confusion, especially for players unfamiliar with VR mechanics.
  • story
    57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is praised for its eerie atmosphere, engaging characters, and a mix of humor and horror, particularly through the foul-mouthed puppet companion. However, many reviewers note that the narrative is quite short and could benefit from further development and depth, especially regarding backstory and character exploration. Despite some bugs and voice acting issues, the unique concept and storytelling have left a positive impression on players, making it a recommended experience for those who appreciate narrative-driven gameplay.

    • “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 story and art style are amazing, had great jumps and atmosphere.”
    • “The story of this game is amazing; the humor is on point and the jump scares will get you more than you will think. Highly suggest you give it a try!”
    • “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
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is engaging and features simple mechanics centered around problem-solving and scripted events, enhanced by a compelling story and voice acting. While the game offers a unique puppet control mechanic and some enjoyable puzzles, it suffers from linearity, a lack of guidance, and a short playtime of about two hours, leading to mixed feelings about its value. Overall, players appreciate the atmosphere and creativity but desire more depth and content in future installments.

    • “The game doesn’t reinvent VR mechanics, but it does a great job of keeping things engaging.”
    • “Very interesting concept, both in terms of story and gameplay, plus it's always fun to have an AI companion going around with you!”
    • “The gameplay is fairly engaging because whenever you get stuck, your 'puppet buddy' (PB) 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.”
    • “I desperately wish there was more content here because I love the ideas and the environment, but the gameplay is either very linear or confusing (i.e. the projector puzzle). I would love to learn about the other puppets that aren't Scout, but we really only get info on Mortimer and Riley.”
    • “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
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, blending foul-mouthed, sarcastic dialogue from the puppet character Scout with a creepy atmosphere, creating a unique mix of hilarity and tension. Players appreciate the witty interactions and well-written humor, which enhance the overall experience, despite some criticisms regarding voice acting and game length. Overall, the game successfully balances funny moments with horror elements, making it an enjoyable adventure for those seeking both thrills and laughs.

    • “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.”
    • “Scout (your puppet) is aware of how messed up the situations get and has funny comments on it.”
    • “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

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the charming art style and overall visual quality, while others criticize the performance on certain platforms, noting issues like glitches and outdated visuals reminiscent of earlier gaming eras. While the art and atmosphere are often highlighted as strong points, technical problems and inconsistencies in graphical fidelity detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a blend of excellent artistic design and frustrating technical shortcomings.

    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
  • stability
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and immersion, with many players reporting game-breaking issues that necessitate restarts. While some find the experience enjoyable despite its short length and technical problems, the overall consensus highlights a need for improved stability.

    • “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
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a blend of eerie, unsettling elements and dark humor, primarily driven by the unique puppet designs and engaging voice acting. Players appreciate the tension created by the creepy environments and the bond formed with the sarcastic puppet companion, which adds both hilarity and horror to the experience. While the game excels in creating a disturbing ambiance, some technical glitches detract from the overall immersion.

    • “A delightfully dark atmosphere, a smart and foul-mouthed puppet companion, and some other puppets out to kill you while you solve puzzles to unlock your escape.”
    • “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

    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 soundscapes, although some feel that the inclusion of swearing detracts from its accessibility. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “Other than that, I love the concept, love the puppet puzzles, love the music.”
    • “The artwork and music are also amazing.”
    • “A lot of work went into creating the backstory, with art, music, and puppet design.”
    • “Other than that, I love the concept, I love the puppet puzzles, I love the music.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game suffers from low replayability due to its short length, minimal content, and numerous glitches. Players noted that while there are some secrets to discover, the lack of engaging scares and repetitive gameplay significantly diminish the incentive to replay.

    • “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.”
    • “Little replay value other than ensuring you find all secret rooms, none of which except for the last is particularly very hidden.”
    • “There's just too little to do and no replay value, and that's before you factor in the bugs.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, often forming strong attachments to characters like the puppet Scout, which elicits a range of feelings from humor to sadness. The combination of quirky VR mechanics and a compelling story about puppets creates a memorable experience, with many highlighting the impactful and emotional ending as a standout moment.

    • “Actually a little spooky, the puzzles make you think, and it's hard not to get emotionally attached to Scout.”
    • “Some quirky VR mechanics and an interesting story about puppets gone awry make for a fun, wholesome experience.”
    • “The ending is particularly emotional and impactful.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users 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

    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.

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2h Median play time
2h Average play time
2-2h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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