Snow Scout
- August 16, 2022
- Tunermaxx Media GmbH
Find some peace and quiet by volunteering to open a ski resort on your own.
Get on Steam"Snow Scout" is a VR exploration game set in a snowy mountain valley. As a Snow Scout volunteer, you'll ski, maintain trails, and monitor avalanche risks, all while guided by radio conversations with your supervisor. Discover alpine birds, open new paths, and enjoy the peaceful mountain environment, but be prepared for unexpected challenges.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
PlayStation
PlayStation VR2
Reviews
- The skiing controls are immersive and provide a realistic experience, making players feel like they are actually skiing.
- The atmosphere and voice acting, particularly from the character Vreni, enhance the narrative and emotional engagement of the game.
- The game offers a unique blend of VR experience with engaging side activities, creating a relaxing yet physically demanding gameplay.
- The controls can be frustrating and may lead to motion sickness, especially for new VR players.
- There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with movement and interaction mechanics.
- The game may require a steep learning curve at the beginning, which could deter some players from continuing.
- story11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a character working on ski hills to escape personal issues, guided by a radio communication with a snow scout named Vreni, which adds depth to the narrative. Players appreciate the solid and engaging storyline, likening it to "Firewatch," while enjoying the charming atmosphere and serene experience. Overall, the narrative is described as interesting and well-written, enhancing the immersive VR experience.
“Nice atmosphere and the story is solid so far.”
“It's a physics-based, narrative-driven adventure game (akin to Firewatch) with an interesting story, charming scenery and art style, and a fun and serene experience.”
“The story of the game is that you play a person who has taken to working the ski hills to escape his personal issues. On your journey, you are guided by another snow scout named Vreni, who talks to you over the radio. The bulk of the narrative is told here, and so far it's an interesting story. While playing, I thought it drew a lot of comparisons to Firewatch; the writing for this character is fun and feels like a character with some good depth.”
“The story of the game is that you play a person who has taken to working the ski hills to escape his personal issues. On your journey, you are guided by another snow scout named Vreni, who talks to you over the radio. This is where the bulk of the narrative is told, and so far it's an interesting story. While playing, I thought it drew a lot of comparisons to Firewatch; the writing for this character is fun and feels like a character with some good depth.”
“Aside from the story, there are side activities like wood chipping and snow shoveling.”
“I haven't got very far in the story yet, but it's getting exciting.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay features easy-to-learn skiing mechanics that allow for enjoyable exploration of various ski resort areas, though some players find the physics-driven controls a bit tricky and janky at times. While the core experience is simple and chill, it can be hindered by occasional glitches that affect progression. Overall, players appreciate the laid-back nature of the skiing experience despite some challenges.
“Gameplay-wise, it's easy to learn the skiing mechanics, and traversing the world is both chill and enjoyable.”
“The gameplay at the moment is simple but enjoyable in a chill sort of way, and it's all physics-driven. The main gameplay mechanic is skiing; it takes a bit to get the hang of and can be a bit tricky, but in the more open areas, it's fun when you can get up to speed.”
“The core gameplay includes opening up the different ski resort areas as a volunteer (who has taken a vow of silence) and trying out the cross-country and downhill courses.”
“It did take me a little while to get used to the skiing mechanics and it is a little janky, to say the least, but I was able to get through most of the game without issue.”
“Do check out my gameplay video in which a nasty glitch made the key vanish so I couldn't get into the hut at the start of the game, thus I couldn't progress any further.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its innovative and cohesive design, creating a calming and immersive experience. Players appreciate the solid story and well-crafted environments, which contribute to the overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.
“It's innovative, atmospheric, well made, fun, and interesting.”
“Nice atmosphere and the story is solid so far.”
“The other draw to the game for me was the environments; they are simple graphically, but the original look and cohesive feel lead to a really nice and calming atmosphere in the game.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a charming art style and simple yet cohesive environments that create a calming atmosphere, reminiscent of titles like Firewatch. However, the lack of graphical settings may limit customization for players. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the narrative-driven experience.
“It's a physics-based, narrative-driven adventure game (akin to Firewatch) with an interesting story, charming scenery, and art style, providing a fun and serene experience.”
“The other draw to the game for me was the environments; they are simple graphically, but the original look and cohesive feel lead to a really nice and calming atmosphere in the game.”
“Sadly, there are no graphical settings.”
“The environments are simple graphically, but the original look and cohesive feel lead to a really nice and calming atmosphere in the game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's stability is generally acceptable, allowing players to complete the experience, though it is not entirely bug-free, particularly with dialogue issues that can arise from performing actions too quickly. Overall, while there are some bugs, they do not significantly hinder gameplay.
“As with many indie titles, you can expect good ideas but not a completely bug-free experience. However, I was able to play through the entire game (played build 137).”
“The game runs smoothly overall, with only a few minor glitches that didn't detract from my enjoyment.”
“I experienced very few crashes, and the game maintained a stable frame rate throughout my playthrough.”
“Dialogue can be quite buggy, as performing actions too quickly can cut off or skip instructions.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without constant restarts.”
“I often experience lag and stuttering, which disrupts the overall gameplay experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the character on the other end of the walkie talkie, whose voice acting effectively balances comedic moments with emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience.
“I love the character on the other end of the walkie talkie - really good voice acting that can go from funny to sadness easily and very believably.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's protagonist to be exceptionally likeable and wholesome, often developing a genuine emotional attachment or even a crush on her as they progress through the story. This strong connection enhances the overall emotional experience of the game.
“She's very likable, wholesome, and I dare say it's almost impossible to play this game until completion and not develop at least a little crush on her.”
