Ryte: The Eye of Atlantis
- January 27, 2021
- Ebim Studio
Want to visit the fabled land of Atlantis? Play this game and... you will still want to visit the fabled land of Atlantis.
Get on Steam"Ryte: The Eye of Atlantis" is a VR adventure game that takes you to mythical Atlantis, an ancient Greece-inspired city as imagined by historians like Plato or Herodote. Explore the harbor, markets, temples, and more, meeting Atlanteans and learning about their mystical practices while solving puzzles in this dreamlike alternate history experience.
Reviews
- The game features challenging but logical puzzles that provide a rewarding experience.
- It is well-optimized, maintaining a solid frame rate and performing well with various VR headsets, including the Index.
- The visuals and overall atmosphere are beautiful, creating an immersive experience that players enjoy.
- The game suffers from various bugs, including game-breaking issues that can lead to lost progress or items.
- There is a lack of free locomotion options, limiting movement to teleportation, which some players find frustrating.
- The game feels dated and lacks support for newer VR technologies, which detracts from the overall experience.
- story8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story has potential and is engaging, but players often feel lost due to unclear objectives and the impact of their choices on outcomes. Additionally, the prologue is criticized for being overly lengthy and disconnected from the main narrative, which detracts from the overall experience. Frequent restarts due to lost items further hinder immersion in the story.
“I found myself liking the story, but I did not have any idea what I needed to do in several parts. The choices you make affect whether you win or lose without ever letting you know that you have other options.”
“Anyways, I found myself liking the story, but I did not have any idea what I needed to do in several parts, and also things you do affect if you win or lose without ever letting on that you have other options.”
“The prologue is too long and has no bearing on the rest of the story.”
“It's hard to feel the story when you lose a key item every time and you need to restart.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is likened to a blend of 'Blind Spot' and 'Journey for Elysium', featuring similar puzzles, but it has received criticism for being outdated, particularly due to the reliance on teleportation mechanics. Overall, players find the gameplay experience lacking in innovation.
“The rest of my comments are based on my previous gameplay using a Samsung Odyssey+ WMR headset.”
“Gameplay-wise, as a walking simulator, it is between 'Blind Spot' and 'Journey for Elysium'; even some of the puzzles are nearly identical.”
“Gameplay-wise, and as a walking simulator, it is between 'Blind Spot' and 'Journey for Elysium'; even some of the puzzles are nearly identical.”
“The majority of the negative reviews are about the outdated gameplay, like teleportation... seriously?”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered attractive, especially given its price, but some assets, like rocks and distant islands, suffer from poor quality. Additionally, the limited choice of only three graphics presets is seen as a drawback.
“Keep in mind what this game costs; the graphics are pretty.”
“The second thing I found strange is that some assets, especially the rocks and the visuals of the far island in the first entry level, were of very poor quality compared to the rest of the game.”
“Keep in mind what this game costs; for that price, the graphics are pretty disappointing.”
“You can only choose between three graphics presets, which is another shortcoming of this game.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game is generally well optimized, providing satisfactory performance on a GTX 1080. However, it lacks support for native Oculus drivers, which hinders optimal performance on the Rift CV1, and players using the Index may need to set resolution to 150% to avoid blurriness, leading to frequent motion smoothing issues.
“This game is also well optimized.”
“Performance using my GTX 1080 was fine, but using Index you'll need around 150% resolution or the game looks blurry - and motion smoothing kicked in a lot using 150% resolution.”
“This game does not support native Oculus drivers, which is a significant oversight for achieving optimal Rift CV1 performance.”
“Performance with my GTX 1080 was fine, but using the Index requires a resolution of 150% to avoid a blurry experience, and motion smoothing frequently activated at that resolution.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on stability are mixed; while some users dismiss claims of the game being a "buggy mess," others report significant issues such as jitteriness, freezing, and limited movement options. Despite the game's visual appeal, performance problems persist, particularly on the Quest 2.
“The game looks good; however, on the Quest 2, it is quite jittery and freezes. I have 256GB, so memory shouldn't be the issue.”
“It's buggy and only uses teleportation for movement, which is horrible.”
“Do not listen to all of the negative reviews about being a 'buggy mess.'”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music is described as subtle and soothing, enhancing the overall experience with a pleasing ambiance that complements the visually appealing scenery. This combination creates unique and memorable moments for players.
“The subtle, soothing background music, combined with the scenery illuminated by torch lights, creates unique moments that are visually pleasing and calming.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the game's atmosphere.”
“Each musical piece is thoughtfully crafted, adding depth to the narrative and making every moment feel more impactful.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
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.”
