Particulate

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Particulate is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Mike Turitzin and was released on December 16, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Play with physics. Create and save dynamic scenes using an array of tools. Witness complex physical interactions and emergent behavior. PARTICULATE simulates millions of tiny particles using the massive parallel processing power of VR-capable graphics cards. Built using a new and fully-custom engine for high performance, PARTICULATE is a physics sandbox but also a fully-fledged creative tool. Fe…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

Particulate is an incredibly mesmerizing and calming experience, perfect for those who enjoy creative and artistic applications in VR.
The particle physics and visuals are stunning, providing a unique sandbox environment that allows for personal expression and relaxation.
It serves as an excellent music visualizer, enhancing the experience with audio reactivity that adds to the immersive quality.

The game is limited to Oculus Rift and Meta Quest headsets, excluding a significant portion of the VR gaming community.
There is a lack of gameplay and variety in tools, which may not appeal to those looking for a more traditional gaming experience.
Some users noted that the audio visualization can be overwhelming, with no option to adjust the speed of the visual effects.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The reviews indicate that there is no actual gameplay to experience, as the content is not a game. Users are directed to links for live reviews, but these do not showcase any gameplay elements.
- “Keep in mind, there is no gameplay and this is not a game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game is praised for its impressive visualizer capabilities, particularly in VR, making it an enjoyable experience for users who want to engage with music interactively. While the tutorial is straightforward and user-friendly, players express a desire for additional tools to enhance the experience further.
- “It's also a pretty darn good music visualizer.”
- “It also doubles as the best VR music visualizer I've seen yet.”
- “I like it; it's something that's pretty cool to play with while listening to music. Do the tutorial and it'll walk you through it; pretty straightforward and easy to use. More tools would be cool, though.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their mesmerizing physics and visuals, particularly the realistic depiction of dust particles that interact dynamically with various tools.
- “The physics and visuals are mesmerizing as you see dust particles float around, manipulated by the different tools.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
- “Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, featuring a polished interface and stellar performance, making it a standout in the VR landscape.
- “It's a gem in the barren land of VR: great idea with a polished interface and stellar performance.”
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I was impressed by how well the game runs; the developers clearly put a lot of effort into optimizing the experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is not explicitly discussed in the provided text, focusing instead on its compatibility with Oculus Rift and Meta Quest headsets. Therefore, no specific insights about the narrative are available from this review.