I Fetch Rocks
- March 3, 2022
- SarumXR
Get on Steam"I Fetch Rocks" is a mining-themed game set in 2150, where players work for an asteroid mining facility. Players use a company-issued Asteroid Hauler to search for mineral-rich asteroids, tow them back to the primary mining facility, and process the resources. The game features a fully modifiable node-based system for building and wiring the control layout of the ship, providing a unique and customizable gameplay experience.
Reviews
- An incredibly immersive and complex VR experience that appeals to fans of engineering and logic-based gameplay.
- The game features a well-designed tutorial that effectively teaches players the foundational elements of both the game and computer science concepts.
- Active developer support and frequent updates enhance the gameplay experience, making it a promising title for those who enjoy tinkering and problem-solving.
- The game's complexity can be intimidating, especially for players who are not familiar with engineering or programming concepts.
- Some players experience discomfort or nausea due to the VR mechanics, particularly with movement and object interaction.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive over time, as the core task of fetching rocks may not provide enough variety to keep players engaged long-term.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as basic yet detailed, appealing primarily to players who enjoy ship customization and management. While career mode offers a content-driven experience with some progression, many users feel that the core gameplay lacks variety and long-term engagement, as tasks remain largely unchanged despite increasing complexity. Overall, the mechanics, such as trading and circuit building, show potential but may require more time to fully appreciate.
“I do suggest that you play the game in career mode if you want to experience more of a 'content-driven' gameplay where things are unlocked and have some small element of progression.”
“The trading of rocks seems like it could be a good gameplay mechanism, and the building of circuits could definitely be a good gameplay mechanism.”
“The gameplay is interesting and seems complex, and I am going to need to give it more time to enjoy it fully.”
“I don't love the gameplay.”
“Having played a bunch, I'm just missing some sort of progression in terms of gameplay.”
“Your task is still the same after hours of gameplay; the only thing changing is the complexity/functionality of your ship.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics are a mixed bag, with some users appreciating the cartoonish style and solid performance, while others criticize the graphical fidelity and disorienting mirroring effects. Overall, there is a consensus that improvements are needed to enhance the visual experience and liveliness of the environment.
“Even if the environment is transformed into cartoonish graphics with the same physics-based backbone, this will do very well as a standalone.”
“The graphics are very good, and I had no issues with performance; it ran great.”
“Of course the graphical fidelity is jank as shit and the constant mirroring whenever you move through doors can be disorienting.”
“The graphics need a bit of work and the world is a bit dead for my taste.”
“Even if the environment is transformed into cartoonish graphics with the same physics-based backbone, this will do very well in standalone.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a mixed experience regarding stability, with some noting only minor bugs and glitches, while others express frustration with a significant presence of issues that detract from gameplay.
“The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
“There are a few bugs and glitches that affect gameplay.”
“There are minor bugs and glitches that can be distracting.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, with many describing it as "a little grindy" or "a bit grindy," suggesting that it can become tedious over time. Some users even express frustration, indicating that it feels like a never-ending task.
“a little grindy sometimes”
“a bit grindy”
“spend the rest of your life grinding”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game features a well-developed space flight and logic systems, but the story itself is considered basic and lacks depth.
“Well thought out space flight and logic systems game with a basic story premise.”
“The game features well thought out space flight and logic systems, but the story premise is quite basic.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game's optimization is strong, with high-quality graphics and smooth performance, indicating no significant issues during gameplay.
“The graphics are very good, and I had no issues with performance; it ran great.”
“The optimization is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game runs; the developers clearly put effort into optimizing the experience.”
