Solar System VR

About

"Solar System VR" is an educational virtual reality game that offers an immersive journey through our solar system. Visit all 8 planets, explore the surface of Enceladus, Mars, Moon, and even the Sun, while learning fascinating facts about them. Available in English, Polish, and Spanish, this VR experience is a must-try for space enthusiasts, although it doesn't allow control of the space capsule.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 161 reviews

graphics21 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The visuals are stunning and provide a beautiful representation of the solar system, making it an immersive experience.
The narration is engaging and informative, with a voice that closely resembles Morgan Freeman, enhancing the overall experience.
It's a great educational tool for space enthusiasts, offering a quick overview of the planets and their characteristics.

The experience is very short, lasting only about 10-15 minutes, which many players feel is not worth the price.
There is no interactivity; players are simply along for a ride with no control over the movement, leading to feelings of nausea for some.
The game suffers from technical issues such as motion sickness, low-resolution textures, and inaccuracies in the portrayal of celestial bodies.

graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
43%
7%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the visuals as beautiful and immersive, particularly in the context of a VR space simulation. However, some users report performance issues and outdated rendering, while others note that the experience feels more like a visual showcase than a fully interactive game. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good to excellent, but the lack of gameplay and occasional technical problems detract from the experience for some players.
- “Very good VR space simulation, animation, graphics, and environments are really well made; I only wished it was longer and had more things to explore.”
- “The game has beautiful graphics and locations in space, and provides useful and informative narration that helps to bring the experience to life.”
- “Excellent graphics and well-chosen soundtrack.”
- “There is no gameplay, it's just a fancy video with okay graphics taking you through the solar system.”
- “Graphics look outdated and the rendering is really bad.”
- “It looks like a university computer graphic project.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
14%
14%
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the immersive experience, with a well-chosen soundtrack that complements the beautiful graphics. The narration, performed by a talented Morgan Freeman impersonator, adds to the overall appeal, making the game feel more like a captivating fantasy film than a traditional game. Overall, the combination of excellent music and visuals contributes to a memorable exploration of the solar system.
- “The music is very good, and the narration is by a very good Morgan Freeman impersonator, 'the younger Morgan.'”
- “Excellent graphics and well-chosen soundtrack.”
- “The music immerses you in the atmosphere of space.”
- “The result makes you feel like Benny Hill music should be playing.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The atmosphere in the game is praised for its immersive qualities, effectively capturing the essence of space travel through engaging graphics and music. However, some users criticize the game's inaccuracies regarding the solar system, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite its short length, the game maintains a captivating atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
- “Perfectly captures the atmosphere of the flight.”
- “Full immersion in the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere in the game will not let you get bored.”
- “Full immersion in the atmosphere”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is largely criticized for lacking interactivity, resembling more of a VR movie than a traditional game, with users noting that while the graphics are impressive, the mechanics are poor and unengaging. Overall, the experience is described as visually appealing but fundamentally lacking in gameplay depth.
- “Of course, you won't get this level of gameplay, but don't immediately give up on this game.”
- “There is no gameplay, it's just a fancy video with okay graphics taking you through the solar system.”
- “In terms of graphics, it looks very good, but the mechanics are terrible.”
- “The gameplay here is not particularly pleasing, although it should be said that we are dealing with a VR movie rather than a game.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The story is centered around a space exploration theme, offering players a tour of the cosmos. However, technical performance issues were noted, particularly on certain hardware setups, which affected the overall experience.
- “The plot is a tour of space.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it both funny and engaging, particularly highlighting the comedic elements of a brief 30-minute space trip.
- “A space trip lasting 30 minutes is hilarious.”
- “The game is very funny and engaging.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy has been criticized for being excessively expensive, with users feeling that they are paying $1 per minute, and for the presence of ads promoting other games. Many reviewers express skepticism about positive ratings, suggesting they may be artificially inflated by developers or bots.
- “You're paying $1 per minute, lol. Besides, they put ads for other games they have. I don't recommend it.”
- “Any 5-star reviews here are lying, bots, scammers, or simply devs giving them 5 stars for a $2 cash grab.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Players find the game offers significant replayability, particularly for those who enjoy the relaxing experience of space flight in VR. Many users highlight it as one of their most replayed VR titles, making it a go-to choice for casual enjoyment.
- “Very nice experience, and it has replay value if you just feel like sitting back to enjoy a soothing space flight whenever you want in VR.”
- “Edit: This has received the most replay value of my VR games to date.”
- “This game lacks the depth needed for true replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return.”
- “While the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
- “After finishing the game, I found that there were no new challenges or storylines to explore, which really diminished its replay value.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the emotional impact of the game can be intense, with some experiencing feelings of queasiness due to the aggressive and immersive nature of the gameplay, akin to a thrilling rollercoaster ride.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game exhibits strong stability, with no bugs or graphic glitches noted during gameplay.