Maestro

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Maestro is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Double Jack and was released on October 22, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Maestro" is a virtual reality game that allows players to conduct an orchestra using Valve Index controllers or hand tracking. The game provides instructions on how to connect and use these input methods in the forum. As a conductor, players can lead a variety of musical pieces, experiencing the power of controlling an entire orchestra.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 185 reviews

music31 positive mentions

The game provides an incredibly immersive experience, making players feel like true conductors of an orchestra.
The humor and character interactions add charm to the gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
The developers are actively engaged with the community and are committed to adding more content, which keeps players excited for future updates.

The song library is currently limited, leaving players wanting more content after a short playtime.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as hand tracking and difficulty scaling, can feel inconsistent and may detract from the overall experience.
There are technical issues reported by players, including problems with controller compatibility and audio glitches during streaming.

music
129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this game has received high praise, particularly for its focus on classical and jazz pieces, which resonate well with fans of these genres. Players appreciate the immersive experience of conducting an orchestra, noting that the game enhances their appreciation for the intricacies of the music. However, many reviewers express a desire for a larger song library and additional downloadable content, as the current selection feels limited despite its quality.
- “As a lover of classical music, this game is a wonderful addition to my library.”
- “This game does tickle the feeling of standing in front of an orchestra, controlling the magic of the music with the audience hanging on your every movement.”
- “The music selection is excellent, and you get a nice variety of locales and costumes, even batons just to change things up a bit.”
- “The easier modes are trivial and the harder mode doesn't match the music, so the immersion is lost.”
- “It's a bit short and given the back catalogue of available classical music, the in-game library is quite limited.”
- “It just needs more music; I got every achievement and majestic on every song (highest rank) on hard within 6 hours total play time.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is minimal, with players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative beyond the engaging tutorial. While the immersive experience is enhanced by classic songs and popular DLCs, many reviewers feel that the lack of a dedicated story mode detracts from the overall experience. Users appreciate the tutorial's humor and clarity, but they hope for future updates that could introduce more content and a deeper storyline.
- “Played the quest 2 demo a lot long ago and this was well worth the money albeit with a small song selection as of the review and only just above an hour of playtime under my belt.”
- “I'm a sucker for a story, however little there is, and the tutorial was so well-done that it was a shame that Eric becomes simply a guy you hand your music choices to.”
- “I hope they continue to add more content to the game, like more cosmetics, tracks (maybe some modern compositions?) and I reckon even a story mode to carry on from the tutorial would be cool.”
- “It's pretty easy to understand, especially since there is a great and funny written tutorial, which makes you almost dream of some kind of story mode for the game.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its intuitive mechanics, immersive experience, and elegant execution, drawing comparisons to popular rhythm games like Beat Saber. Players appreciate the humor and dramatic elements, alongside a diverse selection of music that enhances replayability. While some suggest the need for more accuracy and advanced modes, the overall consensus is that the game offers a fun and engaging rhythm experience that resonates with nostalgia.
- “Absolutely stunning execution with elegant mechanics.”
- “Intuitive mechanics, humor, and replayability make this game one of the best VR rhythm games out there.”
- “With beautiful visuals, almost addicting gameplay, and a marvelous repertoire of orchestral and jazz music, this game has the potential to knock out Beat Saber as the gold standard for VR rhythm games.”
- “To come back down from the high podium I just wrote the player on, let's talk about gameplay.”
- “The gameplay can be described as... a hand-based version of Beat Saber.”
- “No more awkward flailing or wrist cramps from pretending to be right-handed just for game mechanics.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is widely praised for its charm and cleverness, particularly highlighted in the engaging tutorial that players enjoyed revisiting. Users appreciate the quirky animations, witty character interactions, and amusing details throughout the game, which collectively enhance the overall experience and add a delightful layer of personality. Overall, the humor is considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Give this game some love, it's very charming and clearly comes from a place of passion and good humor.”
- “The humor is on point, the characters are hilariously animated, and the music selection is phenomenal.”
- “Little details throughout the menus, the in-game store, and your interactions with the quirky 'assistant' had me laughing out loud more times than I expected.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users noting they are subpar and reminiscent of a Quest port, lacking customization options. However, others appreciate the charming art style and atmospheric visuals that complement the gameplay, suggesting that while not groundbreaking, the graphics effectively enhance the overall experience.
- “With beautiful visuals, almost addicting gameplay, and a marvelous repertoire of orchestral and jazz music, Maestro has the potential to knock out Beat Saber as the gold standard for VR rhythm games.”
- “Putting the player in the position of a maestro has been done before, but this one does it in a more accessible way with a lovably stylish art style and an arcade-y feel.”
- “Graphics are poor - looks like a Quest port.”
- “No options for graphics are also normal for Quest games.”
- “While the graphics won’t leave you in awe and the character animations can feel a bit robotic, these elements surprisingly contribute to the game’s overall charm.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its intuitive mechanics and humor, contributing to its strong replayability, which is further enhanced by mod support. Comparisons to Beat Saber highlight its potential for extended play, making it a standout in the VR rhythm genre with exceptional replay value.
- “Intuitive mechanics, humor, and replayability make this game one of the best VR rhythm games out there.”
- “Thanks to mod support, this game has incredible replay value and is, in my opinion, pretty much flawless in its execution.”
- “An absolutely wonderful experience and exceptional replay value.”
- “I really think that will expand the replayability of Maestro.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it runs well on Meta Quest 2, some users report issues with hand-tracking on PC, suggesting that it may not be fully optimized for all platforms. Players have experienced stuttering during gameplay, particularly when trying to keep up with the tempo, indicating potential performance concerns. Despite these issues, many still find the game enjoyable.
- “Running on Meta Quest 2 is great; I was skeptical after reading some reviews saying it wasn't optimized, but it's awesome.”
- “I've had some issues with hand tracking on PC; not the game's fault, I reckon, but worth checking for yourself to see that it runs smoothly for you.”
- “It's pretty fun, but I think the game is poorly optimized in terms of hand tracking since the hand tracking works fine on the equipment itself but doesn't work when playing the game, so I had to force myself to use the controllers.”
- “I find myself stuttering while conducting because I'm trying to keep up with the tempo, but on easy and normal, the movements are too slow (though they still keep with the beat).”
- “It's pretty fun, but I think the game is poorly optimized in terms of hand tracking since the hand tracking works fine in the equipment itself but doesn't work when playing the game, so I had to force myself to use the controllers.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its engaging music, impressive graphics, and effective humor. Many reviewers appreciate the overall dynamics and immersive experience, indicating a well-crafted environment that enhances gameplay.
- “The atmosphere, the music, and the customization of difficulty create an immersive experience.”
- “I really appreciate the atmosphere and graphics in the game.”
- “The humor, atmosphere, and dynamics are all really well made; trust me, I've been a VR user since DK2 and have seen and developed a lot.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game deeply resonant, highlighting how small details contribute to a sense of being understood and appreciated. The overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many describing the experience as wholesome and deserving of a perfect score.
- “That small detail made me feel seen.”
- “10/10 wholesome”