Mervils: A VR Adventure

Ugly as sin, terrible voice acting, non-existent story, clunky... all of this describes a game that I ultimately enjoyed thanks to its charm, desire to constantly change things up, and just a feeling that it had a lot of spunk.

87%Game Brain Score

gameplay, graphics

grinding, stability

87% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

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About

"Mervils: A VR Adventure" is an open-world RPG platformer in VR, where you play as a hero tasked with finding the pages of the Great Mervil Book to defeat the imminent attack of Balazar the Evil. Explore five vibrant worlds, meet Mervils, Wizards, and ghosts of the past, and engage in combat against Balazar's enemies in this immersive and engaging VR experience. The fate of the Mervil Kingdom is in your hands.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Mervils offers a fun and engaging platforming experience reminiscent of classic titles like Mario 64 and Zelda, with a variety of levels and gameplay mechanics.
The game features charming graphics and entertaining characters, providing a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere for players.
With approximately 7-8 hours of gameplay, Mervils is a substantial VR title that offers good value for its price, especially for fans of the platforming genre.

The controls can be clunky and difficult to manage, particularly for players without prior VR or platforming experience, leading to frustration during challenging sections.
There are technical issues reported, such as crashes on certain setups and lack of support for some VR controllers, which can hinder the overall experience.
The game lacks depth in combat and puzzle design, with some mechanics feeling poorly executed or overly simplistic, which may disappoint players seeking more complexity.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is diverse and engaging, featuring a mix of platforming, puzzles, and combat reminiscent of classic titles like Super Mario 3D World and Zelda, with an estimated playtime of 8-10 hours. While the motion controls can be challenging, leading some players to prefer traditional gamepads, the intuitive mechanics and polished design contribute to a fun and addictive experience. Overall, the game successfully combines various elements to create a colorful and enjoyable adventure.
- “There is at least 10+ hours of polished gameplay reminiscent of Super Mario 3D World and Zelda elements.”
- “This game would have at least 8+ hours of platforming gameplay and is highly addictive, polished, made in Unity so you know it's sharp, and really well put together.”
- “Overall gameplay: 3/10”
- “That being said, using the Vive motion controllers for this game will likely cost you more than a few hearts in the form of botched maneuvers -- half the time I feel myself wanting to use my Xbox 360 gamepad, but then they do include some aiming mechanics with the motion controls (firing ballistas/catapults), making it a tough decision.”
- “The gameplay will be familiar; it's like a simplified platform game crossed with a simplified action-adventure game.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the cute and polished visuals and simple art style, while others criticize them for being simplistic and reminiscent of older gaming graphics, such as N64 quality. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the atmosphere, but there are calls for more detail in the environments.
- “Lovely visuals and good sound effects and music add to the atmosphere.”
- “The visuals are excellent and I really enjoy the simple art style.”
- “Polished graphics, well-made game.”
- “The graphics are N64 quality.”
- “The only complaint I have is the graphics, which are too simplistic. I wish there was more detail in the environments.”
- “Graphics-wise, it looks very similar to Lucky's Tail, except with better enemy design.”
story
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The game's story is praised for its depth and variety, with each level presenting a unique narrative and engaging gameplay elements, such as combat and exploration. Players appreciate the cute graphics, enjoyable voice acting, and fitting music, which enhance the overall experience. Despite some control challenges on the Quest 2, the storyline and diverse quests make it a worthwhile investment.
- “Cute graphics, interesting storyline, and well worth the $10 I paid for it.”
- “I've played quite a few VR titles and there aren't many that have this level of depth in story, mixed gameplay types (fighting enemies with sword, shooting with arrow, etc.), level differentiation, and overall length to complete the game.”
- “Every single level tells another unique story.”
- “I've played quite a few VR titles and there aren't many that have this level of depth in story, mixed gameplay types (fighting enemies with sword, shooting with arrows, etc.), level differentiation, and overall length to complete the game.”
- “There's light gear upgrades you can buy (in-game money) and fairly simple quests you need to complete to get pages.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, with fitting soundtracks for each environment and enjoyable voice acting that complements the gameplay. Overall, the sound design, including both music and sound effects, contributes positively to the player's experience.
- “Lovely visuals and good sound effects and music add to the atmosphere.”
- “Sound is great; the music fits each environment, and the voice acting is fun and is used quite often in quests or just walking near NPCs.”
- “Good music.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its stunning visuals, effective sound effects, and music, creating an immersive experience. Notably, the intense boss fight in world 3 stands out as a highlight, further elevating the overall ambiance.
- “Lovely visuals and good sound effects and music add to the atmosphere.”
- “Keep an eye out for the boss of World 3, which was easily the most intense VR experience I had. Standing in the very atmospheric arena myself made it one of the most outstanding boss fights I've played.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its humor and charming characters, providing an entertaining experience; however, players feel that the virtual reality aspect is unnecessary.
- “It's a funny game with cute characters that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “The humor is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I love the witty dialogue and hilarious situations that arise in the game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as combat often involves repetitive actions like running in, attacking, and retreating, leading to a lack of engagement.
- “Enemy combat is also very simple; you run in, swing your sword, then run away - it feels tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “Leveling up requires an excessive amount of grinding, which quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
optimization
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Mervils is praised for its excellent optimization, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “Mervils is extremely fun and well optimized.”
stability
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Users report significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and freezing, particularly when attempting to launch the game on compatible systems like the Rift.
- “Bought for 20 bucks, expecting compatibility with the Rift as it claims - but whenever I launch the game, it crashes immediately and freezes Steam.”
- “The game is riddled with stability issues; I can't even get past the main menu without it crashing.”
- “I was really looking forward to playing, but the constant crashes make it unplayable.”