Powder VR

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 42 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • optimization
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Powder VR is a physics-based snowboarding game that allows players to perform tricks and stunts in various mountain environments. With intuitive controls and a focus on creativity, players can grind rails, catch big air, and carve their own path through the mountain terrain. The game also features a level editor, enabling players to design and share their own custom runs.

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63%
Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews
replayability1 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game captures the feeling of skiing and snowboarding well, providing an immersive experience for players.
  • Controls are intuitive and allow for a variety of tricks, making gameplay enjoyable once familiarized.
  • The developers are responsive and the game shows potential for improvement with future updates.
  • The game is plagued with bugs and glitches, including issues with character positioning and loading screens.
  • Graphics and physics are underwhelming, failing to deliver a realistic simulation experience.
  • Calibration issues and unresponsive controls can lead to frustrating gameplay, making it difficult to enjoy.
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally described as decent but lacking polish, with many users experiencing glitches and subpar performance even on high-end systems. While some appreciate the indie aesthetic and overall atmosphere, there is a consensus that the graphics engine needs optimization to meet higher standards. Overall, players hope for future updates to enhance the visual experience.

    • “The graphics are okay; I have it on ultra settings working on an Acer Predator laptop with an i7 and RTX 2070 Max-Q.”
    • “The overall atmosphere in the game and visuals are very indie but feel great.”
    • “If it gets a big update of better graphics with smoother movement and the centering circle dropped completely, I might give it another go.”
    • “I feel that the graphics engine is not optimized at this time for the eye-candy/performance ratio (I'm on an RTX 3070 and Oculus Rift).”
    • “Unfortunately, the graphics are far from AA/AAA gaming at this time.”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    Gameplay is generally decent and intuitive, with a well-executed easy-to-pick-up, hard-to-master mechanic, though some players find the medal unlocking process tedious. While there are a few early access bugs that can disrupt the experience, they are often resolved by restarting the game. Overall, it’s recommended to purchase on sale, especially for those still learning the mechanics.

    • “The gameplay is really intuitive; the only thing is going to be all the medal unlocking (boring). I saw earlier videos of players getting on to ski lifts, but can’t seem to find that in the game yet.”
    • “The developers have managed to capture that easy to pick up, hard to master mechanic, so if you are struggling, keep practicing and it will click.”
    • “There are a few early access bugs that can impact gameplay, but restarting the game usually fixes them.”
    • “The gameplay is really intuitive; the only downside is the medal unlocking, which I find boring. I saw earlier videos of players getting on to ski lifts, but I can’t seem to find that in the game yet.”
    • “I absolutely suck at the game, by the way. I'm going to have to figure out the mechanics more because I got demolished in my first race.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game's optimization is lacking, with many experiencing significant CPU bottlenecks and poor performance even on high-end hardware that meets or exceeds recommended specifications. Despite the appealing graphics, the performance-to-visual quality ratio is criticized, indicating that the graphics engine may require further refinement.

    • “Performance on 3080 Ti/9900K with Valve Index is acceptable, but I'm recently experiencing a lot of CPU frametime bottlenecks regardless of settings.”
    • “My PC meets or exceeds all recommended requirements, yet the performance is awful even on minimum settings.”
    • “I feel that the graphics engine is not optimized at this time for the eye-candy/performance ratio (I'm on an RTX 3070 and Oculus Rift).”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users note that while the physics are functional, the need for constant recalibration upon loading significantly detracts from the game's replayability, making it less enjoyable to revisit.

  • grinding1 mentions

    Users generally find that grinding is effective in the game, suggesting it serves its purpose well.

  • stability1 mentions

    Users report significant stability issues, with frequent freezing occurring during gameplay, particularly when attempting to select quick races.

    • “Eventually made it past all that garbage and selected a quick race, but the whole thing freezes.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy any gameplay.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and stability issues, which ruined the overall experience.”
  • story1 mentions

    The reviews do not provide specific insights into the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on technical details related to using a Quest 2 with virtual desktop. Therefore, no summary of the story can be derived from the provided text.

  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its pleasant and melodic quality, diverging from the typical explosive soundtracks often associated with the genre.

    • “The music is really nice, not the typical smash and boom type you would expect from this genre.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a distinct indie aesthetic that resonates well with players, creating an engaging and enjoyable visual experience.

    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating an immersive experience.”
    • “The game's world is rich with detail, making every corner feel alive and filled with stories.”
    • “The overall atmosphere in the game and visuals are very indie but feel great.”
    • “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it hard to immerse myself in the experience.”
    • “Despite the interesting premise, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
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