LONN

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LONN is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by SixSense Studios and was released on November 17, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"LONN is a single-player action game with a spectacular story, showcasing phenomenal graphics and atmospheric gameplay. As bounty hunter Lonn, players uncover a sinister cult and must save the city using first-person shooter, stealth, melee combat, and telekinesis. Immerse yourself in additional game modes, including Bounty Hunter Adventures, Parkour challenges, Arena battles, and Replay mode. Note: LONN requires advanced VR experience and understanding of VR gameplay principles."

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Audience ScoreBased on 159 reviews

story18 positive mentions

optimization8 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a captivating cyberpunk atmosphere, immersing players in a visually rich environment.
Gameplay mechanics, including climbing and physics interactions, provide a unique experience reminiscent of Boneworks, allowing for engaging exploration and combat.
Despite its flaws, the game offers a fun and enjoyable experience, especially for fans of VR and cyberpunk themes, with a decent length campaign and additional game modes.

The game suffers from significant jankiness, including clunky controls, poor enemy AI, and frustrating physics interactions that can detract from the overall experience.
Performance issues, such as frame drops and laggy movement, can hinder gameplay, making it difficult to fully enjoy the mechanics and story.
Many players have reported that the combat feels unsatisfying, with weapons lacking impact and melee mechanics being particularly problematic.

story
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
73%
5%
The game's story is generally described as average, with some players finding it thin yet engaging, while others note pacing issues and a lack of depth. Many appreciate the immersive narrative and voice acting, though some criticize the abrupt ending and the need for further development. Overall, it offers a decent storyline that serves as a backdrop for gameplay, but it may not satisfy those seeking a deeply intricate plot.
- “The campaign mode immerses you in a captivating narrative-driven experience, offering an engaging storyline that will keep you glued to your headset.”
- “The story is intriguing and very well voice acted.”
- “It tells a decently well-written sci-fi story that takes about 7-8 hours to get through.”
- “The story is average fare and an accessory to connect the levels.”
- “Even just the plot itself could benefit from a rewrite.”
- “There is some jank, and some of the puzzles and story feel a bit drawn out (not complicated, just lengthy).”
graphics
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
38%
6%
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many players praising the vibrant cyberpunk aesthetic and overall visual quality, especially considering it is an indie title. However, some users noted performance issues, including frame rate drops and subpar texture quality in certain areas, which detracted from the experience. While the visuals are appealing and atmospheric, they are not without flaws, and some players expressed a desire for further optimization and graphical updates.
- “The graphics and art design look great, especially for such a small team, and the voice acting is solid as well.”
- “The visuals are breathtaking; it's like cyberpunk in VR.”
- “I love the cyberpunk aesthetic, and it was executed very well.”
- “However, visuals cannot save a game from the many problems this game has.”
- “Even when I max out all the graphics settings, it still looks low quality compared to the gameplay in the trailer (I do have a pretty beefy PC and Half-Life: Alyx was just fine on it, FYI).”
- “Still, I run into big frame drops, and an overall low FPS along with graphic streaks (don't know what to call them).”
gameplay
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring impressive graphics and innovative mechanics reminiscent of titles like Boneworks, but marred by janky controls and frustrating climbing mechanics. While some players find the combat and physics-based interactions enjoyable, others criticize the melee combat and overall execution of gameplay elements, suggesting that improvements are needed for a more polished experience. Despite its ambitious design and unique concepts, many reviewers express a desire for better optimization and refinement in future updates or sequels.
- “Once you adjust to the controls, you start to learn their quirks and the gameplay becomes quite fun.”
- “Lonn pushes the boundaries of what can be achieved in VR, offering players a range of incredible options that truly enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The shooting mechanics are seamless and intuitive, making every gunfight feel intense and satisfying.”
- “Uncomfortable obstacle climbing mechanics compared to other VR games.”
- “The worst is the vaulting mechanic.”
- “But the gameplay is god awful; the physics are some of the worst. Simply trying to punch an enemy is like swinging at thin air.”
optimization
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
57%
31%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering and framerate drops, even on high-end hardware. While some users noted improvements after patches and found performance acceptable at times, others reported that certain levels remained problematic. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires further optimization to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “I played on a Quest via link cable using a machine slightly above the minimum spec, and the performance was generally smooth, though I had some stuttering in the hive office level.”
- “Ok, so after a few hours of playthrough and checking out the visuals, the game and story are solid so far, but during play, I've encountered a few stutters and spikes. A little more optimization should keep it steady. I'm loving what I've played so far; just please drop an update.”
- “Great atmosphere, the climbing and grabbing are miles better than similar games, performance is phenomenal, and the melee was better than I thought it would be based on videos.”
- “A couple of missions really killed my framerate at minimum detail on a 4080... so optimization is so-so.”
- “This game desperately needs some optimization.”
- “I feel like the game is just not optimized correctly somehow... however, after installing open_sfvr tools (AMD Fidelity Effects) - free tools by the way.”
atmosphere
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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15%
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The game is praised for its immersive and gritty cyberpunk atmosphere, with detailed environments and stunning visuals that enhance the overall experience. While it may not match the graphic fidelity of top-tier titles, the atmosphere is consistently described as engaging and enjoyable, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. Despite some linearity and asset reuse, players find the atmosphere to be a standout feature that makes the game fun and worthwhile.
- “The artistic atmosphere is gritty and believable, and anytime you look up at the skyline or out of a window, you get a stunning view into the future.”
- “It's the atmosphere that makes this game feel good.”
- “The world and atmosphere are wonderful and very immersive!”
- “While it does not deliver the same level of graphic fidelity, the game oozes atmosphere.”
- “Having a bunch of detailed items/environments adds much to the immersion and overall feeling of atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is enormous and detailed.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the atmosphere and shifting effectively during combat. While some users note that the audio design is good overall, they also mention that certain sound effects related to physics interactions could be improved. Overall, the music contributes positively to the immersive experience, particularly in the game's cyberpunk setting.
- “The music is great!”
- “The cyberpunk-inspired visuals look great, and the music/sound effects add to the experience.”
- “Audio design is pretty good; I like the music and atmosphere.”
- “The music is just kind of there, but I appreciate that it shifts immediately when combat engages.”
- “Its after hours or controlled by a gang; you hear music coming from room vents, and there are voices coming from them. Dogs will be barking from behind apartments.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent glitches causing screen shaking and texture issues that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, such as getting stuck while climbing. While it offers a unique VR cyberpunk experience, the bugs and graphical shortcomings detract significantly from overall enjoyment.
- “Every time I try to play this game, it glitches out and shakes the screen to the point that my head actually hurts.”
- “Not the best graphics and it's pretty buggy, but it's really the only VR cyberpunk game.”
- “Climbing gets you stuck in the textures, leading to interesting glitches sometimes, including throwing a character back or glitching your hands.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy for the game appears to rely heavily on organic promotion, such as advertising on platforms like Reddit, rather than a substantial advertising budget. This suggests a focus on grassroots marketing to attract players.
- “Maybe they just don't have an advertising budget or something like that.”
- “This game is a testimony that posting an advertisement on Reddit can be enough to reel in another customer.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users note that while the tactile feedback on controllers enhances emotional engagement, the large boundaries of objects often detract from the immersive experience, creating a disconnect between the player's actions and the virtual environment.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while the campaign is the main focus, additional modes like area and parkour provide extra replayability, enhancing the overall value of the game. The developers' commitment to adding post-launch content further contributes to the game's longevity and replay potential.
- “In addition to the campaign, there are also area mode and parkour modes for additional replayable content. I really appreciate this addition as it adds value to the game.”
- “These aren't as polished as the campaign, but they offer a bit more replayability, and I appreciate the devs continuing to add content after launch.”
- “In addition to the campaign, there are also area mode and parkour modes for additional replayable content. I appreciate this addition for adding value, but my review will be focused on the campaign.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently entertaining and features clever ideas, despite some minor issues.
- “Still funny and great ideas even with all its little problems.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of hand-to-hand combat to be tedious, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “This makes hand-to-hand combat extremely tedious.”