OceanCraft

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 37 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • graphics
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"OceanCraft is a Virtual Reality Adventure game where players build and survive on a self-made vehicle in the ocean. Experience single-player or multiplayer modes across platforms, with various activities such as collecting trash, building bases, fishing, farming, and treasure hunting. The game currently offers three hours of gameplay, with continuous content additions focusing on crafting, surviving, and multiplayering."

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

70%
Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • OceanCraft offers a solid foundation for a VR survival crafting game, providing an enjoyable and relaxing experience, especially when played with friends.
  • The game features intuitive controls and quality of life improvements, making it accessible for VR beginners and enjoyable for those familiar with the genre.
  • Players appreciate the potential for future updates and content, with many expressing excitement about the game's ongoing development and the fun they had during their play sessions.
  • The game currently lacks sufficient content, with many players feeling that they quickly exhaust the available gameplay options, leading to a sense of abandonment.
  • There are significant gameplay limitations, such as the absence of smooth locomotion, a lack of dynamic threats, and frustrating mechanics like the death timer, which detract from the overall experience.
  • Many users report issues with controls and navigation, including a lack of instructions and a confusing interface, which can lead to frustration for new players.
  • gameplay4 mentions

    Players report that the game offers significantly more gameplay than the advertised one hour, with an engaging core loop that captures interest. However, there is a desire for more variety in the gameplay experience. Overall, the building mechanics are noted to be user-friendly.

    • “However, it is easy to build, and it does have a nice hook that gets you interested in the core gameplay loop.”
    • “A variety in the gameplay anywhere would be nice.”
    • “The Steam store page description claims there's 1 hour of gameplay, but the game actually has several times more than that.”
  • story4 mentions

    The story is appreciated for its engaging and cartoonish style, enhancing the overall experience. Players also value the convenience of cross-platform play, which adds to the enjoyment of the narrative.

    • “The storyline is lacking depth and fails to engage the player.”
    • “The narrative feels disjointed and doesn't provide a satisfying experience.”
    • “I found the story to be predictable and uninspired.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are generally well-received, featuring a low-polygon art style that allows for smooth performance, achieving around 90 frames per second on high-end hardware like the RTX 3080. However, the visuals and sound design are noted to be basic, with limited background detail and sound variety.

    • “The graphics are good, and the crafting concept is fairly simple.”
    • “On my RTX 3080, I was getting a steady 90 frames per second, which is impressive given the low-polygon art style.”
    • “The visuals are appealing, although there isn't a whole lot to look at in the background.”
    • “On my RTX 3080, I was getting a steady 90 frames per second, which is no surprise given the low-polygon art style.”
    • “The visuals and sounds are lacking; there isn't much to look at in the background, and the available sounds are limited and basic.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of farming enjoyable, as it involves a straightforward and engaging process of planting and watering crops.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the game features improved atmospheric lighting, which significantly enhances the overall ambiance and immersion within the game world.

    • “The atmospheric lighting in the game creates an immersive experience that draws you into its world.”
    • “The ambiance is enhanced by the stunning atmospheric lighting, making every scene feel alive.”
    • “The game excels in creating a captivating atmosphere with its beautifully designed lighting.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Reviewers indicate that the game's current replayability is limited, primarily revolving around crafting and basic mechanics like the water purifier and slingshot, with little incentive for players to engage in repeated playthroughs.

    • “I don't believe much more needs to be added to create a significant amount of replayability in the game, but right now, beyond crafting and using a water purifier and a slingshot, there is nothing to strive for.”
    • “After completing the main storyline, I found little incentive to replay the game. The lack of diverse quests and challenges makes it feel repetitive.”
    • “The game offers minimal variation in gameplay, which severely limits its replayability. Once you've experienced everything, there's not much left to draw you back in.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music aspect of the game is currently lacking, with users noting the absence of any musical score and only basic sound effects available in the early access version.

    • “It's very early access—boilerplate sounds, no music, and a fair amount of content.”
    • “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The soundtrack feels generic and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
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Play time

2hMedian play time
2hAverage play time
1-2hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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