PC Virtual LAB

About

PC Virtual Lab is a video game to enhance learning in basic computer concepts. Its main objectives are: To improve the learning of basic computing concepts.To complement the theory seen in the classroom with an educational game that serves to fix these concepts.To provide the student with a tool that allows him/her to deepen this knowledge outside the classroom in an autonomous way.An environmen…

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Play Modes

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

28%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

emotional2 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game provides a basic introduction to PC building, making it suitable for complete beginners.
The graphics are decent, and the information about computer components is presented in a clear manner.
It's free, which makes it accessible for anyone interested in learning about PC hardware.

The controls are clunky and make it difficult to pick up items, leading to a frustrating experience.
The game lacks depth and can be completed in under 20 minutes, offering minimal educational value.
Performance issues in VR are significant, with low frame rates and bugs that hinder gameplay.

optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
67%
The optimization of the game is widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance even on high-end machines, frequent crashes, and issues with VR functionality. Many players experienced significant gameplay disruptions, such as falling through the world and difficulty interacting with objects, indicating that the game requires substantial improvements to its optimization. Overall, the game's technical shortcomings overshadow its potential.
- “The game has a good idea behind it; it just needs some work to be good.”
- “I played it in VR, and my whole interest was downloading and playing it in the first place, but once I booted it up, I was constantly falling through the world and had to restart the game three times to properly get in.”
- “On my very high-end machine, the game still failed to run smoothly, with parts being hard to grab and some labels not even being an option.”
- “The performance is very poor even though there is not much content here.”
- “On all low, the performance in VR is terrible.”
- “Terrible game; the information given is presented in a nice way, but the gameplay mechanics and optimizations are so poor that I can't even bear to write a good review for it.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor mechanics and lack of optimization, making it frustrating for players. While the presentation of information is appealing, the overall experience is marred by the difficulty in executing basic actions, such as picking up hardware.
- “Terrible game; the information given is presented in a nice way, but the gameplay mechanics and optimizations are so poor that I can't even bear to write a good review for it.”
- “Most of the gameplay involves figuring out how to pick up the hardware.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is hindered by technical issues, as it lacks support for quest-style controllers and does not function properly with the Meta Quest 3 when using Steam Link. This has led to frustration among users, impacting their overall experience of the narrative.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the emotional impact of the game is minimal, with some players finding it unengaging and suggesting that real-life experiences, like spending time outdoors, are more fulfilling than the game's offerings.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches and bugs reported by users, leading to a frustrating experience. However, some users note that its free-to-play model somewhat mitigates these concerns.
- “The game is buggy as hell.”
- “It glitches quite a bit for me, and it's a bit frustrating.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are generally considered decent, meeting expectations without standing out significantly.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews suggest that a significant amount of music is included in the game, with users humorously noting the need for ample storage space, likening it to the storage required for adult content.