NVIDIA VR Funhouse

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NVIDIA VR Funhouse is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Lightspeed Studios™ and was released on July 14, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Step right up to VR Funhouse and enter a virtual carnival full of fun and games. Be an archer with flaming arrows. Test your skill shooting skeet targets blasted from a cannon. See how many moles you can punch, whack, and much more.

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 615 reviews

graphics48 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

Fun collection of mini-games that showcase impressive physics and graphics.
Great for introducing new players to VR, providing a casual and enjoyable experience.
It's free, making it an easy choice to try out without any financial commitment.

Many players experience technical issues, including performance problems and controller mismatches.
Graphics can be blurry and not as polished as expected, especially on lower-end hardware.
Limited replay value and can feel repetitive after a short playtime.

graphics
104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
47%
7%
The graphics in this game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the impressive visuals and physics, particularly for VR, while others criticize the dated and mediocre quality that detracts from the overall experience. Many users note that the game serves as a showcase for NVIDIA's graphics technology, but the high system requirements and lack of optimization limit accessibility for a broader audience. Overall, while the graphics can be stunning, they are often overshadowed by gameplay issues and performance concerns.
- “The graphics are amazing and really, really life-like.”
- “Mind-blowing visuals, awesome physics, and fun as hell.”
- “The graphics are top-notch and easily the best part of the experience.”
- “This has some fairly mediocre/dated looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
- “The style and graphics are rather unappealing, and the gameplay is often dry and rarely actual pure fun.”
- “This is one of the worst VR games I've played so far, the color palette and art style are so hideous that it makes you feel motion sick and the games are boring with really loose, unsatisfying physics.”
optimization
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting poor performance even on high-end graphics cards like the GTX 1080 and RTX 40 series. While some users experienced smooth gameplay, others faced significant lag and stuttering, suggesting that the game may not be well-optimized for a range of systems. Additionally, there are concerns about misleading hardware requirements, leading to frustration among players trying to achieve satisfactory performance.
- “I have a GTX 970 and had no issues with the game's graphics or performance.”
- “Runs smoothly on my GTX 970 without any lag or glitching.”
- “The game is very well optimized honestly from running on 2x 980 Ti in SLI playing on max settings and there was only one point I noticed that I was dropping frames was during the flaming arrows.”
- “The performance sucks, and I have a 40 series card, so I'd hazard a guess it's not my PC's fault.”
- “Poorly optimized game.”
- “So badly optimized that it requires a GTX 1080 for quality that a GTX 1060 or RX 480 could run.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
64%
12%
The gameplay is primarily composed of simple, well-crafted mini-games that serve as an introduction to VR mechanics, making it enjoyable for newcomers. While the physics and graphics are praised, many users find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with a total playtime of around 10 minutes. Overall, it is seen as a fun, albeit shallow, collection of carnival-style games that can be entertaining in short bursts, especially for those new to VR.
- “It shows you most of the mechanics VR has to offer (including some movement) with simple and well-made mini-games.”
- “The games are simple, but put together very well, and if you're still new to the novelty of VR, seeing how well these mechanics can work is a crazy amount of fun in and of itself.”
- “Overall the physics are great and you can test out a lot of VR specific mechanics.”
- “The style and graphics are rather unappealing, and the gameplay is often dry and rarely actual pure fun.”
- “When I got it to work, the gameplay was boring and mundane.”
- “I was able to run the game fine on my GTX 970 by turning the settings down for the sake of seeing what the game was like, but the actual gameplay is just a series of dull-but-pretty carnival games where you'd probably get a much better experience out of Pierhead Arcade or something.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
73%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches, particularly with achievements and freezing issues on VR systems. While some players noted that it runs well on certain graphics cards, the overall experience is marred by frequent crashes and minor technical problems that detract from gameplay.
- “Runs great on a single 1080 Ti.”
- “Runs great on a 1080 Ti.”
- “FYI: it runs great on my GTX 980 Ti at low settings.”
- “One downside is that two achievements are pretty buggy and just won’t unlock for most people, myself included, which means you won't be getting 100% for this one.”
- “The only VR game that always freezes my HTC Vive!”
- “As with many others here, it works for a few minutes and then freezes.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
45%
33%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for lacking depth and originality, with multiple users noting that there is no plot or engaging narrative to enhance the experience. Overall, the absence of a compelling story detracts from the game's appeal.
- “☑ no story”
- “No story, no plot.”
- “Short story is that there just wasn't anything unique.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The atmosphere is described as a mix of sinister and eerie elements, creating a strange and empty feeling, particularly highlighted by the use of shadows and lighting. While it captures a "crisp evening circus" vibe, the overall experience is tinged with a creepy isolation, making it both engaging and unsettling. Players appreciate the unique carnival setting, enhanced by impressive graphics, but note that the atmosphere may not sustain long-term interest.
- “Something strange and empty about the atmosphere, maybe because of how they wanted to show off shadows and hair and fire, but it feels odd and a bit creepy.”
- “Atmosphere is good though, hits that 'crisp evening circus' feel.”
- “The atmosphere is sinister.”
- “There's something strange and empty about the atmosphere, maybe because of how they wanted to show off shadows, hair, and fire, but it feels odd and a bit creepy.”
- “It's worth checking out for an hour or two of entertainment, but there's not much more to it, and it has a creepy, isolated circus atmosphere vibe.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is limited, with some players noting the presence of achievements that can enhance the experience. While it serves as a good showcase for VR technology, it lacks substantial content to encourage repeated play.
- “The game also has achievements that add a bit more replay value and are enjoyable to unlock, for the most part.”
- “While it doesn't have much replayability, it's a great game to show off the Vive to friends.”
- “No replay value.”
- “Is there replay value, though?”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable for all ages. While many appreciate its fun and entertaining nature, some feel it could be even funnier, indicating a mix of satisfaction and room for improvement in its comedic elements.
- “Funny little game, well made, free.”
- “So amusing to play, always funny.”
- “Pros: this game is fun, funny, enjoyable, and fits all ages!”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is perceived as aggressive, with some users feeling that it promotes spending more on hardware rather than optimizing performance. In contrast, other games are praised for their lack of intrusive advertising and a more enjoyable experience without additional costs.
- “If you don't, this is an advertisement to spend more money on Nvidia.”
- “I did try to turn down the graphics, but I'm pretty confident that this is not the problem since I have almost the same FPS rate on high as on low (and why the heck are you recommending dual GTX 1080 for max settings? Blatant advertising if you ask me).”
- “It's longer, more fun, and there's no idiotic advertising built in.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express that the emotional impact of the game is profound and often distressing, with some feeling it forces them to confront painful personal experiences, leading to lasting emotional scars. The game's portrayal of trauma can evoke strong reactions, highlighting its intense and sometimes overwhelming nature.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game creates an eerie atmosphere, featuring distant sounds and muffled voices that enhance the sense of isolation and mystery.
- “You hear distant music and muffled voices, but there's not a soul in sight.”

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NVIDIA VR Funhouse is a casual simulation game.

NVIDIA VR Funhouse is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Windows, Cloud and others.

NVIDIA VR Funhouse was released on July 14, 2016.

NVIDIA VR Funhouse was developed by Lightspeed Studios™.

NVIDIA VR Funhouse has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its optimization.

NVIDIA VR Funhouse is a single player game.

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