Magic Lantern
- January 29, 2017
- Parovoz Animation Studio
Get on SteamMagic Lantern VR is a cozy virtual room for the whole family, where you can watch your favorite stories, play games, draw pictures, and generally have fun. Journey into a magical, spellbinding world!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is beautifully put-together and offers a relaxing experience, evoking a sense of childhood nostalgia.
- The graphics and mini-games are charming, with the Magic Lantern projector providing delightful short stories narrated well.
- It's a great VR sandbox for kids, offering a variety of fun activities and a visually appealing environment.
- The game suffers from tracking issues, causing disorientation and motion sickness for some players.
- Object pushback mechanics can be frustrating, as they prevent players from getting close to objects and exploring freely.
- There is a lack of substantial content, making the gameplay feel limited and somewhat mediocre.
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as charming and nostalgic, evoking a sense of childhood wonder through its relaxing and beautifully crafted narrative elements. While the gameplay is minimal, the engaging presentation and whimsical moments, such as a cat on a roomba, leave players wanting more after experiencing the high-quality demo.
“This is a very sweet little game; it made me feel like a kid again. There's not exactly much to 'do' in it, but it's beautifully put together and very relaxing to sit there and watch a story on the projector, throw objects out the window, or laugh at the cat floating around the room on his Roomba.”
“The free demo is short and its content is limited but of high quality, and should succeed in its mission of leaving you wanting more.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from my overall experience.”
“The narrative is confusing and poorly executed, leaving me frustrated rather than engaged.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes a nostalgic and heartwarming emotional experience, reminiscent of childhood joy, through its charming visuals and relaxing gameplay. Players appreciate the simplicity and beauty of the storytelling, which creates a soothing atmosphere that encourages lighthearted interaction.
“This is a very sweet little game; it made me feel like a kid again. There's not exactly much to 'do' in it, but it's beautifully put together and very relaxing to sit there and watch a story on the projector, throw objects out the window, or laugh at the cat floating around the room on his Roomba.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game received positive feedback, particularly for their suitability to the game type, while the mini-games, including drawing and shooting darts, were also well-received.
“I loved the graphics for this game type, and the mini-games were visually impressive, especially the drawing, shooting darts, and laser with the cat.”
