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Spice&Wolf VR2

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92%Game Brain Score
story, emotional
character development, gameplay
92% User Score Based on 254 reviews

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Spice&Wolf VR2 is a single player action game with fantasy and romance themes. It was developed by SpicyTails and was released on December 9, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

The team behind the original series has gotten together to bring you into the world of Spice and Wolf again for a second installment of VR animation! Animation has evolved from "watching" to "experiencing".

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 254 reviews
story20 positive mentions
character development3 negative mentions

  • The animation and voice acting are superb, providing a delightful experience for fans of the Spice and Wolf series.
  • The addition of Myuri and the interactions between Holo, Lawrence, and Myuri are heartwarming and enjoyable.
  • Despite being short, the game captures the charm of the series and offers a wholesome experience that fans will appreciate.
  • The game is very short, with only about an hour of content, which many feel does not justify the price.
  • There is minimal interactivity, making it feel more like a passive viewing experience rather than a game.
  • Subtitles often go out of sync with the dialogue, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story
    66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Spice & Wolf VR2" is generally well-received, praised for its charming characters and engaging narrative, though many users note that it is quite short, averaging around 50 minutes of playtime. While the original story adds a unique twist to the franchise, the passive viewing format and quick subtitles can detract from the experience. Fans appreciate the improved animation and voice acting, but express a desire for longer and more interactive storytelling in future installments.

    • “The story presented here is entirely original, not derived from any of the light novels, which adds a unique twist to the Spice and Wolf universe.”
    • “Slowly sliding off the deep end, you randomly decide it's time to play Spice & Wolf VR2. Suddenly you don't feel so distressed; the idyllic environs and gentle intrigue restore some of your sanity as the story unfolds through witty banter with charming characters, one you know well and one just introduced.”
    • “I teared up, so glad that even after 14 years this story is still getting adaptations.”
    • “Fan of the series would love it; however, the story content is very short, only around 1 hour.”
    • “Like its predecessor, this installment primarily involves passive viewing of the story as it unfolds around you.”
    • “There is only 2 areas in the whole visual, and the whole short story is wrapped up in the sum of 30 minutes.”
  • emotional
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players describe the game as an incredibly wholesome experience that evokes strong emotions, particularly feelings of happiness and warmth. The heartfelt dialogue and family values resonate deeply, making it a comforting escape, especially during challenging times. Despite its brevity, the game leaves a lasting emotional impact, often bringing players to tears.

    • “The dialogue between Holo, Myuri, and Lawrence was funny and heartwarming.”
    • “It was an incredibly wholesome experience, to say the least.”
    • “It's short, it's sweet, and it made me feel the same happiness I felt while watching and reading the story the first time.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users highlighting the improved visual experience showcased in the trailer. Many appreciate the nice design and express a desire for an interactive mode that further enhances the graphics and offers varied interactions in new scenes.

    • “The first thing I noticed right from the trailer is the better graphics and visual experience.”
    • “I'd love to see an interactive mode with improved graphics and different interactions in new scenes.”
    • “Nice design and graphics.”
  • character development
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate significant disappointment in character development, particularly regarding the design of Holo, which diverges from the anime's portrayal. Critics note a lack of interaction and depth, describing the character as overly simplified with a chibi design that fails to resonate with fans of the original series. Overall, the character development is perceived as lacking substance and connection to the source material.

    • “But with a strange chibi character design, with almost no interaction, and a story far from the anime.”
    • “Sorry to the character design, but I find the character design of Holo very far from the anime. A real disappointment.”
    • “But with a strange chibi character design, with almost no interaction, and no connection to the story from the anime.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by heartwarming and wholesome interactions, particularly in the dialogue between characters Holo, Myuri, and Lawrence, which adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with family values, making it enjoyable for a wide audience.

    • “The dialogue between Holo, Myuri, and Lawrence was funny and heartwarming.”
    • “I was going to make a funny review, but after playing this, I can say it's a wholesome experience with good family values.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay offers nearly one hour of real engagement, with an estimated total of five hours required to collect all card drops. However, many users find the price point to be high relative to the limited gameplay duration.

    • “Almost 1 hour of real gameplay (~5 hours to get all cards drop).”
    • “One notable drawback is the price tag, which feels a bit steep for approximately one hour of gameplay.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and sound design in the game are consistently praised for their excellence, with reviewers highlighting the quality of the compositions, voice acting, and the immersive atmosphere they create. Overall, the audio elements significantly enhance the gaming experience.

    • “The music and sounds are wonderful; the voices, the expressions, and the landscapes are fantastic.”
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Spice&Wolf VR2 is a action game with fantasy and romance themes.

Spice&Wolf VR2 is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Virtual Reality, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Spice&Wolf VR2.

Spice&Wolf VR2 was released on December 9, 2020.

Spice&Wolf VR2 was developed by SpicyTails.

Spice&Wolf VR2 has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its character development.

Spice&Wolf VR2 is a single player game.

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