Ocean Rift

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Ocean Rift is a single player action game. It was developed by Llyr ap Cenydd and was released on September 13, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Ocean Rift is a peaceful underwater exploration game that allows players to interact with a variety of marine life across different habitats. Utilizing VR technology, it provides an immersive diving experience, where players can swim with dolphins, explore sunken shipwrecks, and learn about the ocean's ecosystem. With no set objectives, it encourages players to relax and enjoy the beauty of the underwater world at their own pace.

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Single-Player

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 93 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Ocean Rift offers a relaxing and educational experience, allowing players to swim with a variety of marine animals and learn interesting facts about them.
The game provides a unique free-roam underwater environment, which is enjoyable for both kids and adults, making it a great introduction to VR for newcomers.
Despite some graphical limitations, the game is praised for its variety of animals and the immersive sound design, creating a captivating underwater atmosphere.

Many players report technical issues, including problems with controller compatibility and menu navigation, making the game unplayable for some users.
The graphics and animations are considered outdated, with low-resolution textures and a lack of detail in the animal models, which detracts from the overall experience.
The game lacks substantial content and replay value, with some players feeling that it does not justify its price point, especially given the short playtime.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally considered outdated, with low detail in backgrounds and a cartoon-like style that may not appeal to everyone. While some creatures are well-detailed, the overall visual quality does not match higher-end titles like theblu, which offers more realistic textures and environments. However, players appreciate the game's variety of marine life and interactive features, which enhance the experience despite the graphical limitations.
- “All the different animals, information gathered & stunning graphics makes Ocean Rift one of the best VR games today.”
- “Graphics and sounds are looking great and very promising, but the propellers and interact are not working with my HTC Vive.”
- “Maybe the graphics are not like theblu, but it's really very close and this one offers more content, free movement through the ocean (using propellers or waving arms/swimming) and even interaction with some animals.”
- “They're also not to scale, nor is the graphics quality high.”
- “The creatures look good and are fairly detailed, but the background is inactive and has low detailed graphics.”
- “No graphic settings in the game.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that while the game has potential and is enjoyable, it suffers from significant issues related to compatibility and content, particularly for users on different VR headsets. Players have expressed frustration over the lack of controller support for certain devices, missing features like the blue whale, and technical problems such as the absence of a radar, which detracts from the overall experience.
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is noted for its effective swim mechanic, although some users mention a lack of traditional gameplay elements. Overall, the experience is enhanced by the VR capabilities, particularly on a GTX 1060 setup.
- “The swim mechanic works really well.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game is generally appreciated for its calming effect, making it suitable for family play and stress relief. However, some users feel that the absence of more immersive or thematic soundscapes, particularly in relation to underwater environments and horror elements, detracts from the overall experience.
- “Just played it; it's a lovely small VR game for families. The nice music helps reduce stress.”
- “It does feature some scary moments, although not emphasized by music like some of the horror games on VR do so well.”
- “Listen to some underwater soundtracks; there are all sorts of noises in the ocean that are missing from this program and would have improved it greatly.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes strong emotional reactions, including feelings of sickness in VR, reminiscent of rollercoaster experiences. However, while it offers multiple experiences, the low detail of creatures up close detracts from the overall emotional impact, suggesting a trade-off between quantity and quality.
- “This is the first game since rollercoasters that made me feel sick in VR.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers limited replayability, but many users still consider it a worthwhile purchase for exploration, particularly for younger players.
- “There isn't much replay value here, but I still believe it's worth the buy to explore, especially for the kids.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by playful and whimsical elements, such as the amusing "nom nom bubbles," which contribute to a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “I framed it as funny - nom nom bubbles!”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely delightful and keeps me laughing throughout!”
- “I love how the witty dialogue and silly situations make every moment enjoyable!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to have significant stability issues, with users describing it as "very very buggy."
- “Technically, it is very, very buggy.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is highly praised, with users recommending it especially for fans of 'theblu', indicating a captivating and immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “The game's ambiance is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you in with its stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Very good atmosphere and highly recommended if you liked 'theblu'.”