Poly Runner VR

About

PolyRunner VR is an addictive, high-quality experience that tests your skills against an other-worldly, ever-changing landscape rather than testing your ability to maintain control of your stomach. This engaging virtual world offers more interesting, challenging terrain the further you progress.

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Play Modes

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

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 63 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is free, making it accessible for players to try without any financial commitment.
It offers multiple control options, including head movement and gamepad support, which can enhance the gameplay experience.
Despite its simplicity, the game provides a fun and engaging experience for short play sessions, especially for those new to VR.

The graphics are low quality and lack depth, which detracts from the overall visual experience.
There are significant issues with gameplay mechanics, such as the game randomly pausing and overly sensitive collision detection.
The game lacks content and variety, making it feel repetitive and basic, akin to a tech demo rather than a fully developed title.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is straightforward, focusing on navigating through obstacles across various monochromatic levels, with two difficulty modes that primarily adjust speed. However, the ship's off-center positioning can lead to frustrating collisions, detracting from the experience. While it serves as a basic VR demo, the overall content and complexity are minimal, making it less engaging compared to other games in the genre.
- “The goal is simple: to make it as far as possible without crashing into the many obstacles, and the gameplay is split into various levels that are mostly monochromatic and duochromatic in nature.”
- “There are two difficulty modes, normal and hard, with the latter simply speeding up the gameplay.”
- “One major flaw is that the ship is always somewhat off center of your vision, making it entirely possible that you will accidentally hit a structure due to this mechanic offset.”
- “Being an early title, this is mostly forgivable, but it does take away a lot from the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is extremely simple, not as complex as even most endless runners on phones, but it does provide a basic VR experience for free.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals that may disappoint many gamers, as they lack detail and texture. While the vibrant colors and effective 3D effects in VR are noted, the overall simplistic design and harsh polygonal shapes contribute to a perception of the game as visually underwhelming.
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high-quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “The 3D effect is good, and it's a fast-paced arcade game that keeps you engaged for several minutes.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “While the colors are vibrant, the graphics are simple; made out of mostly harsh polygonal shapes, thus the name of the game.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that while the game functions well on various platforms, the story aspect is not specifically addressed, suggesting it may not be a standout feature. Overall, the focus seems to be more on technical performance rather than narrative depth.
- “☐ story?”
- “---{story}---”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight the game's tight controls, which contribute to a pleasant and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The combination of sound design and visuals creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
- “Every location feels alive, contributing to a rich and engaging atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its short playtime and high replayability, making it an ideal choice for players seeking a simple and engaging experience when feeling bored.
- “The game offers a short yet highly replayable experience, perfect for when you're looking for something simple to enjoy.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh, making it easy to dive back in for another round.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly on a setup with an i5 6600k and an overclocked R9 290, indicating no performance issues. Overall, the optimization appears to be effective for this configuration.
- “I have an i5 6600k and a R9 290 overclocked, and I'm experiencing no performance problems.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly even on older hardware.”
- “I've tweaked the settings, and the game runs flawlessly with great frame rates.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users generally describing it as subpar.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly, indicating a stable performance that could serve as a solid foundation for future shooter or racing titles.
- “This runs great and should be a concept that leads to a shooter or racer.”