Roald Amundsen's House
- December 14, 2020
- Glitch Studios
Get on SteamRoald Amundsen's House remains much as he left it when he disappeared in 1928. The story of one of the world's foremost polar explorers is preserved as if in a time capsule within the walls of his home located in Bunnefjorden, south of Oslo. Amundsen planned and prepared several of his greatest polar expeditions from this house including; the conquest of the South Pole in 1911, the traverse throug…
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Reviews
- The photogrammetry is exceptionally detailed and creates a realistic atmosphere, making the house feel immersive.
- The experience is free and offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Roald Amundsen, with plenty of historical information available about various artifacts.
- The performance is generally smooth, allowing for an enjoyable exploration of the beautifully rendered environment.
- The controls can be tricky and unresponsive, particularly with the teleportation mechanic, which can be frustrating.
- There is a lack of in-game menu options for adjusting settings, which limits user customization.
- Some objects appear less detailed, resembling cardboard cutouts, and the interaction mechanics can feel inconsistent.
- story5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews do not provide any specific insights into the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on technical experiences and gameplay mechanics related to using the Oculus Quest devices. As such, there is no information available regarding the narrative or storyline.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their stunning photorealism, with many users highlighting the exceptional quality of the photogrammetry that makes environments feel incredibly lifelike. The visuals are described as almost indistinguishable from reality, showcasing the advancements in computer graphics technology.
“The graphics are beautiful, like the best photogrammetry I've ever seen. The house feels real; I can't praise this aspect of the app enough.”
“Computer graphics and PlayStation 5 and teraflops are making synthetic stuff look real, but never like really good photogrammetry.”
“Computer graphics and PlayStation 5 teraflops are making synthetic stuff look real, but it never quite reaches the level of truly good photogrammetry.”
“The visuals are almost photo-realistic.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is generally praised for its excellent performance, particularly on high-end hardware like the RTX 3080, which provides a smooth experience. However, some users report stuttering issues despite low GPU load, indicating inconsistent performance across different setups.
“Amazingly, the performance was excellent. Other similar experiences I've tried usually aren't as smooth; this adds to the enjoyment factor.”
“I had no performance issues on my RTX 3080.”
“But performance is stuttery for some reason even when GPU load isn't 100%.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the game compelling, as the interactable items provide rich historical context through photos and videos, enhancing immersion. The effective use of photogrammetry and the atmospheric design contribute to a nostalgic experience, making players feel as though they have truly stepped back in time.
“I really enjoyed this experience; the photogrammetry was done really well, and the ambience of walking around the house made me feel like I had stepped back in time.”
“A lot of items are interactable, and touching them shows additional information and historical photos and videos.”
