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INVASION!

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85%Game Brain Score
story, humor
gameplay, monetization
85% User Score Based on 131 reviews

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INVASION! is a single player action game. It was developed by Baobab Studios Inc. and was released on October 12, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Narrated by Ethan Hawke and created by the director of Madagascar, Invasion! is a colorful VR animated short about a duo of aliens with grand ambitions to take over our world. Instead, they are greeted by two adorable, white bunnies…..and you are one of them! Come experience what happens!

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 131 reviews
story13 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Charming and humorous animation, perfect for introducing VR to newcomers and families.
  • High-quality visuals and voice acting by Ethan Hawke enhance the overall experience.
  • It's free and provides a delightful, albeit short, viewing experience that showcases the potential of VR storytelling.
  • Lacks interactivity and meaningful gameplay, making it feel more like a short film than a game.
  • Very short runtime (around 5-7 minutes) may leave viewers wanting more and feeling it was not worth the download time.
  • Some users experienced technical issues, such as the software not starting or being unresponsive.
  • story
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its cute and engaging narrative, particularly in the context of virtual reality, while others criticize it as mediocre and lacking depth. Many users appreciate the beautiful graphics and animation, highlighting the unique experience of storytelling in VR, but some feel it doesn't offer much in terms of gameplay or interactivity. Overall, it is seen as a charming short story experience, especially for younger audiences, but opinions vary on its overall quality and impact.

    • “Excellent use of VR to tell a beautiful little story.”
    • “Cute mini story, easily worth twice the price!”
    • “Not just reading fairy tales or stories or watching in 2D, but experiencing in third person or first person as the environment walks you through the story.”
    • “Yeah, it doesn't matter that they paid Ethan Hawke to do voice acting; it's a mediocre story presented in a format that, well, isn't a game.”
    • “You don't move, interact with the story, or really do much at all.”
    • “It's a cute little video demonstrating storytelling rather than gameplay.”
  • humor
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in this VR short is widely praised for being charming, family-friendly, and visually engaging, with many reviewers highlighting its funny animations and colorful design. The short film effectively utilizes the VR medium to deliver a delightful experience filled with hidden comedic details, making it particularly enjoyable for children. Overall, it is described as a cute and entertaining story that leaves a positive impression.

    • “A charming, humorous, family-friendly short film.”
    • “VR is such a great medium for these short films, and this one especially is charming, funny, and fully embraces the medium with hidden details you can miss by simply looking the wrong way.”
    • “Funny VR animated story, kids will love it, well worth downloading, hope to see more from this talented team.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their polished visuals, cute animations, and excellent character design, making for an engaging visual experience. However, some users noted that the graphics cannot be adjusted for lower-spec PCs, which may limit accessibility. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal, enhancing the fun and immersive atmosphere.

    • “With its polished visuals and an inoffensive theme, invasion is a sensible introduction to VR.”
    • “Nice graphics and animation with a fun story.”
    • “Excellent visuals; you'll want to hop into this one!”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay aspect of this software is criticized for lacking any interactive elements or meaningful gameplay loops, with users describing it more as a passive viewing experience akin to watching a movie rather than engaging in traditional gameplay.

    • “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
    • “[gameplay]: none, it is a movie, you just watch.”
    • “It's a cute little video demonstrating storytelling rather than gameplay.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for feeling more like an advertisement for a sequel rather than a standalone experience, despite its appealing animation and character design.

    • “The animation is nice, and the bunny is cute, but other than that, this serves only as an advertisement for a follow-up piece, Asteroids.”
    • “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to make in-game purchases, which ruins the overall experience.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the game is well-received, with users reporting smooth performance on their hardware and minimal bug-related incidents.

    • “This game runs smoothly on my hardware.”
    • “Performance and bug-related incidents are minimal.”
    • “The game suffers from numerous performance issues that severely impact gameplay.”
    • “I encountered multiple bugs that disrupted my experience and made optimization feel non-existent.”
    • “The optimization is so poor that even high-end systems struggle to maintain a stable frame rate.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks significant replay value, but it serves as an excellent introduction to virtual reality and is enjoyable for groups.

  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is well-received, complementing the nice graphics and cute characters effectively, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Nice graphics, cute characters, and good music to go along with it.”
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INVASION! is a action game.

INVASION! is available on PC and Windows.

INVASION! was released on October 12, 2016.

INVASION! was developed by Baobab Studios Inc..

INVASION! has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

INVASION! is a single player game.

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