Marius

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Marius is a single player action game. It was developed by Granola Studios and was released on January 5, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere1 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The game creates a tense atmosphere with its minimalist graphics and effective sound design.
Marius offers a unique psychological horror experience that encourages exploration and logical thinking.
As a free VR experience, it provides a brief but enjoyable opportunity to observe and relax in a visually interesting environment.

Gameplay is limited, with little to do beyond walking around and picking up items, leading to a sense of emptiness.
The game is plagued by bugs, including crashes and awkward controls that detract from the overall experience.
Navigation is restrictive and unintuitive, making it difficult to engage with the environment meaningfully.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is minimal and may not meet traditional expectations, but it offers a unique experience, particularly for those interested in exploring different art styles in VR from an academic standpoint.
- “If you are open to seeing a different art style in VR and are not expecting any gameplay, this isn't a bad thing to try out from an academic perspective.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The graphics are noted for their unique art style, particularly in VR, making it an interesting experience from an academic standpoint, though it may not appeal to those seeking traditional gameplay.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive, making the virtual environment feel alive.”
- “The art style is unique and refreshing, offering a different perspective that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive, creating a visually captivating world.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “Textures are low resolution, which detracts from the overall visual experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the story aspect is either unclear or not well-defined, with users questioning its presence or coherence. Overall, it seems that the narrative may lack depth or engagement, leaving players wanting more.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent crashes and freezes during startup, as well as problems with audio functionality. Many players have had to restart the game multiple times to address these bugs.
- “Buggy as hell.”
- “It was buggy; I had to restart a few times since it froze or crashed upon startup, and then the audio wasn't working.”
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 incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “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.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, creating an inviting environment that encourages exploration and engagement.
- “The atmosphere in the game is quite nice, and I really want to explore further.”