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Plank not included

89%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
gameplay, music
89% User Score Based on 70 reviews

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"Plank not included" is a VR game for HTC Vive or Oculus Rift that simulates walking on a plank or tightrope, inducing a fear of heights experience. It features 41 levels of increasing altitude, with the goal of catching hummingbirds at each end using a virtual net. Ensure a play area of at least 3.3m x 1.5m and a real plank of 8 feet or longer, aligned with the virtual one. Safety is emphasized, with restart functionality accessible via keyboard input.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews
graphics12 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and immersive experience, especially when using a physical plank, enhancing the sense of height and danger.
  • It features a variety of scenes with increasing heights, providing a thrilling challenge for players, particularly those with a fear of heights.
  • Great for parties, as it elicits hilarious reactions from friends and family trying to navigate the plank.
  • The gameplay is quite shallow, with limited mechanics and a very short overall experience, typically lasting around 15 minutes.
  • Players may experience motion sickness, and the game lacks options for level selection or customization.
  • The immersion is reduced as only the player's hands are visible, which detracts from the overall experience of being on a plank.
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the nice quality and immersive environments, particularly in certain levels that evoke a sense of danger. However, others note that the graphics can be inconsistent, with some city levels described as terrible and overall not as strong as competing titles. Despite these criticisms, many agree that the visuals are decent for the game's price point, making it a worthwhile experience for VR users.

    • “Nice graphics quality and I like all ideas and environments!”
    • “Graphics are nice and some levels give a real sense of danger, like when you are on a plank between two moving train cars.”
    • “The graphics are sharp, and overall very immersive.”
    • “The graphics were terrible in the city levels.”
    • “It does not have the best graphics.”
    • “Doesn't require much action and has okay graphics.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highly praised, particularly for its effectiveness in social settings like VR parties, where players report laughing out loud and enjoying comedic moments, such as using a plank in amusing ways. Overall, it delivers a fun and entertaining experience that enhances group play.

    • “This game is hilarious at VR parties!”
    • “Laughing out loud.”
    • “Found a plank and let my girlfriend finish the game (it was hilarious).”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is generally considered mediocre, with users noting that while it effectively utilizes VR, it is quite short, relies on a single mechanic, and features cheesy elements. Many recommend waiting for a sale, suggesting a price around $5.

    • “It's a solid use of VR, but as others have mentioned, it's very short, really only has one mechanic, and at times it's incredibly cheesy - so I recommend waiting for a sale (~$5 is my suggested price).”
    • “Gameplay is meh.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received criticism for being subpar, with multiple users noting that the soundtrack does not stand out as impressive or memorable. Overall, it appears that the audio experience does not enhance the game's appeal.

    • “This is not the best VR game at the moment; it does not have the best soundtrack.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its immersive qualities, with players highlighting the effective use of sound design, visuals, and environmental storytelling that enhance the overall experience. Many reviews note that the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's emotional impact and engagement.

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