Raptor Valley
- September 9, 2016
- Andrew Stout
Get on SteamRaptor Valley is a dinosaur-themed simulation game where players build and manage their own park. Customize enclosures, ensure the well-being of various dinosaur species, and maintain guest satisfaction to become a successful dinosaur park owner. Navigate through the challenges of managing a thriving prehistoric park while learning interesting facts about dinosaurs along the way.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Raptor Valley offers a genuinely terrifying experience, effectively utilizing VR to create a sense of being hunted by raptors.
- The game is praised for its immersive sound design and atmosphere, which heightens the tension and fear during gameplay.
- Many players find it to be a fun and engaging introduction to VR horror, making it a great choice for scaring friends and family.
- The game suffers from low-quality graphics and animations, with many players criticizing the outdated visual assets and simplistic design.
- Gameplay is limited to standing in one spot and shining a flashlight, leading to a repetitive experience that can become boring quickly.
- Technical issues, such as frame rate stutters and poor instructions, detract from the overall experience and make it frustrating for some players.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as unique but limited, primarily involving standing in one spot and using a flashlight to fend off raptors emerging from the grass, which some players feel lacks depth and variety.
“This gameplay is very unique and very different from the others.”
“If you'd like to get a better sense of what this game has to offer, check out my gameplay video of Raptor Valley: [url=http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=762731782]http://steamcommunity.”
“The entire gameplay consists of standing in one spot and shining a flashlight at any raptors before they come out of the tall grass.”
“- no real gameplay”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Raptor Valley is criticized for its unrealistic pricing of around $4 USD, which many users feel is not justified due to the game's defects and shortcomings, especially when compared to the abundance of free, higher-quality games available on Steam.
“Raptor Valley has a completely unrealistic cash grab price of around $4 USD. It's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings of the product, especially considering the sheer number of completely free, much higher quality games on Steam.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend money on features that should be included in the base game.”
“I was disappointed to find that many essential items are locked behind a paywall, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the story for its dynamic movement, noting that its progression from a single location enhances the overall experience and excitement.
“The story's progression from one location to another adds an exciting layer to the narrative!”
“The character development throughout the story is incredibly engaging and keeps you invested.”
“The plot twists are unexpected and really enhance the overall experience of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game's dialogue is frequently highlighted by users, serving as a notable offset to other elements of the experience.
“The humor in the dialogue keeps you engaged and entertained throughout the game.”
“I love how the witty banter between characters adds a lighthearted touch to the storyline.”
“The clever jokes and puns sprinkled throughout the game made me laugh out loud!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly replayable due to its intense atmosphere and the thrill of navigating a spooky environment while trying to evade threats. The simplicity of the gameplay combined with the fear factor encourages multiple playthroughs.
“This game is incredibly spooky! It's simple, yet it offers a lot of replayability due to the intense atmosphere and the challenge of navigating through the tall grass while trying to catch a raptor with just a flashlight.”
“The game is very spooky, but it feels too simple, and I don't see much replayability beyond the initial scare factor.”
“While the atmosphere is intense, the lack of varied gameplay makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
“After a few runs, the game loses its charm, and I found myself not wanting to replay it.”
