La Camila: A VR Story

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When the storms of nature threaten her very existence, the viewer must help a young shepherd girl take on the responsibilities of her deceased papá.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

story22 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Beautiful visuals and charming graphics that enhance the storytelling experience.
Engaging music that complements the narrative, creating an immersive atmosphere.
A short but sweet story that is free to experience, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Limited interactivity and player engagement, with most actions feeling unnecessary.
Camera movements can induce motion sickness and discomfort for some players.
Audio levels are inconsistent, with certain sections being excessively loud, detracting from the experience.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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8%
The story is generally described as a short, visually appealing experience with good production value, music, and animation. While some users appreciated its emotional themes surrounding loss and moving forward, others found the narrative lacking depth and coherence, with minimal player interaction. Overall, it offers a unique and creative approach to storytelling in VR, making it worth a brief exploration despite its shortcomings.
- “Nice story with great production value, music, and graphical style.”
- “Sweet little story with minimal interaction and delightful graphics.”
- “Very creative way to tell a story.”
- “To me, the story didn't really have much pizazz and it didn't really go anywhere.”
- “The story, however, was a bit incoherent and player interactions were scarce and absolutely unnecessary.”
- “The story is a bit strange and frankly a bit lengthy.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their colorful and charming aesthetic, with many reviewers noting the high production value and stunning visuals that enhance the storytelling experience. While the character designs may evoke nostalgia for older consoles, they fit well within the overall art style. However, some players mentioned limitations in exploration and interaction, as well as occasional issues with visual clarity.
- “Nice story with great production value, music, and graphical style.”
- “Beautiful story, charming graphics, and the music... the music... the selection of the music.”
- “Stunning visuals, but nothing to do.”
- “Character graphics look like something I would want to model for an older console, but fitting to the art style and mood.”
- “However, for me personally, I experienced a haze throughout the visuals.”
- “Animation is good, the graphics are colorful and pretty; sadly, it's not made for you to explore the world, as you are in a fixed space.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
38%
19%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and selection, featuring a mix of relaxing tracks and classic tunes that enhance the visual storytelling. However, some users noted issues with audio balancing and occasional glitches where music would cut out. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's charming atmosphere, making it a highlight for many players.
- “The music is quite grand too.”
- “Presents good music to accompany the visuals.”
- “Regarding the game itself, it features a lovely world with a quality soundtrack (Dylan, Lee Moses, Elizabeth Cotten - thanks for the discovery of this version of California Dreaming I didn't know about) and sweet environments.”
- “The music/audio needs to be balanced.”
- “I've also encountered several audio glitches with the music gone missing at times.”
- “The music was hit or miss.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a unique spyglass mechanic that allows players to experience select sequences from a hot-air balloon perspective, enhancing immersion. However, some users find the touch mechanic unnecessary and feel that it detracts from the overall experience, alongside issues like slight blurriness. Overall, while the concept is intriguing, the execution leaves room for improvement.
- “The highlight of the game is the spyglass featuring a neat gameplay idea that allows the player to live a few hand-picked sequences from a front-row seat in a hot-air balloon.”
- “I thought the spyglass mechanic was fine for the sake of immersion, but the reaching out just seemed unnecessary and added zero value other than making this a more room-is-needed experience.”
- “I just wish they would get rid of the touch mechanic and fix the slight blurriness.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a decent level of replayability due to its engaging music and visuals, making it enjoyable to revisit despite its short length. However, some users note that it may not have significant replay value compared to other titles, serving more as a fun experience to share with others rather than a game to play repeatedly.
- “The overall experience is better than many games I've played; it's free and short, but it has great replay value because of the music and visuals.”
- “The game offers a unique experience each time you play, making it incredibly replayable.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, this game keeps you coming back for more.”
- “Overall experience is better than a lot of games I have played for its free and short, but it has replay value because of the music and visuals.”
- “Like with many of these games, there isn't much replayability, but it's something fun to show anyone who does not want to shriek in horror in VR!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game suffers from stability issues, including frequent bugs and audio glitches, such as missing music. Overall, the experience is described as problematic due to these technical shortcomings.
- “I've also encountered several audio glitches with the music gone missing at times.”
- “But it's pretty buggy.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but ultimately satisfying.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is lacking, with many players experiencing performance issues that hinder enjoyment, particularly for those without high-end hardware like dual GTX 1080 Ti graphics cards.
- “The optimization has made a significant difference, allowing players with lower-end hardware to enjoy the game without major performance issues.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, ensuring that even those with modest setups can have a smooth gaming experience.”
- “The recent updates have greatly improved optimization, making the game accessible to a wider audience and enhancing overall performance.”
- “Fix the performance issues so people without dual GTX 1080 Ti's can enjoy the experience.”
- “The game runs poorly on mid-range hardware, making it frustrating for many players.”
- “Optimization is severely lacking; frequent frame drops ruin the immersion.”