Sports Bar VR

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 621 reviews
  • graphics
  • music
  • gameplay
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Over-sensitity of Move controllers can be frustrating as can the incredible efficient A.I., but overall Sports Bar VR is a fun party game when playing online.
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"Sports Bar VR" is a virtual reality game that lets you experience a lively sports bar right in your living room. Play pool, darts, and other bar games, or just lounge around and watch live sports on the big screen. With realistic physics and social multiplayer, it's like being at a real sports bar, but with the convenience of staying at home.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 621 reviews
graphics30 positive mentions
stability9 negative mentions
  • The game offers an incredibly immersive experience, making players feel like they are actually in a bar playing pool with others.
  • The physics and controls for pool are well-executed, providing a realistic gameplay experience that appeals to both casual and serious players.
  • Multiplayer functionality allows for social interaction, enhancing the overall enjoyment as players can chat and joke while playing.
  • The game suffers from performance issues, with frame rates dropping significantly on higher settings, which can detract from the experience.
  • There are reports of bugs, such as AI opponents being too difficult or not functioning as expected, and issues with multiplayer connectivity.
  • The lack of updates and support from developers has led to concerns about the game's longevity and future improvements.
  • graphics61 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and realism, particularly in VR settings. However, several users report issues with optimization and performance, noting that even high-end graphics cards struggle to maintain a steady frame rate at higher settings. While some appreciate the aesthetic appeal and sharpness, others find the resolution lacking compared to other titles, suggesting a need for further optimization and graphics options.

    • “The graphics are stunning.”
    • “The graphics in this game are top notch.”
    • “Great gameplay, graphics, and physics.”
    • “The graphics appear to have a lower resolution than other games, even though I maxed out multi-sampling and graphics quality.”
    • “The graphics resolution overall was a little grainy and could be much crisper.”
    • “I have a GTX 980 Ti, i7-4790K and it lags like crazy; I had to turn down the graphical options to low for it to run somewhat stable (around 90fps).”
  • music44 mentions

    The music aspect of the game is highly praised for its customization options, allowing players to add their own music and videos, which enhances the overall experience. While the default soundtrack, particularly the blues and R&B selections, contributes positively to the atmosphere, many users express a desire for a broader selection and the ability to stream their own playlists. Overall, the integration of personal music and the jukebox feature are seen as significant strengths, though some players hope for future updates to improve music variety and control.

    • “The ambient acoustics and music are good; the jukebox in particular provides spatial audio cues that really help keep you oriented when teleporting or 'hulking' your way around the tables.”
    • “I customized the music and added a bunch of music videos to the TVs, which is fantastic. I only wish that friends joining my bar could also see the streaming content.”
    • “And the addition of adding your own music and video makes this so much more enjoyable.”
    • “The jukebox needs a community song list, and I wish they added a cigarette machine so I could smoke while shooting like the good old days.”
    • “There are jukeboxes in the bar, but there isn't a whole lot of song selections.”
    • “Repetitive music.”
  • gameplay41 mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its immersive experience, solid physics, and intuitive mechanics, particularly in the context of VR pool. Players appreciate the smooth controls and the unique movement mechanics, although some find the multiplayer aspect lacking due to low player counts. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging experience, with a polished presentation and enjoyable mechanics that enhance the social interaction.

    • “The ambience, both audio and visual, the excellent physics, and the good game mechanics make this a truly immersive experience.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are spot on, the controls are excellent, and the fun is endless!”
    • “It's the full package: gorgeous, immersive, solid gameplay.”
    • “I don't know if there's just not many people playing, server issues, or just my own internet (which I doubt), but if you do manage to find someone to play with, unless they have a mic, the gameplay isn't much better.”
    • “It's a little buggy and rough with the optimization and performance, but the graphics, gameplay, and menus are really polished so I bet they're gonna fix the performance.”
    • “Would like to see some more mechanics for the XP system and initiate pool matches instead of casually playing against opponents.”
  • optimization35 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing performance issues such as lag, frame drops, and unplayable scenarios, particularly on higher settings. While some users noted improvements and smooth performance on lower settings, there is a consensus that further optimization is needed, especially for users with mid-range hardware. The developers are actively addressing these concerns, which gives players hope for future enhancements.

    • “Incredible experience with stunning visual quality, performance, and realistic physics.”
    • “One of the better experiences right now in VR, could use a little optimization at higher settings due to a lot of the things going on (objects, etc), but definitely worth checking out.”
    • “Game is very fun, could use some optimization to make it run a little smoother but I am certain they will keep working and get the kinks worked out.”
    • “Even back on the Index, I was really annoyed by the control scheme that is optimized for the way outdated 2016 Vive controllers.”
    • “But most often players (if you find any) will disconnect every few minutes, everything lags and jumps around; air hockey is just unplayable, as is the ramp ball. Very poor performance reported by me and any player I interacted with.”
    • “The developer is active, which is good, because the game could use some performance optimization.”
  • atmosphere27 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and realistic bar setting, enhanced by excellent lighting and physics. Players appreciate the fun, social environment that allows for virtual interactions, making it feel like a lively pub experience. Overall, the combination of customizable music, engaging mini-games, and detailed surroundings contributes to a captivating and enjoyable atmosphere.

    • “Fantastic and utterly realistic physics within a friendly bar atmosphere, especially after the developers have improved the lighting, reflections and polished up the menus/interface in the new release (version 2.0).”
    • “The whole atmosphere of this game allows for full immersion, and the pool physics are just great.”
    • “Good game, nice atmosphere, some things are buggy but it's not game-breaking for the most part.”
    • “The atmosphere really does capture the feeling of a pool shark-type joint, with a bunch of glowing TVs above the bar, a jukebox (which you can lift over your head like a beast, but not load your own music into, unfortunately), darts (and a dartboard to throw at), beer bottles to throw and break, and lots of other fun things to discover.”
    • “But the atmosphere is never so loud or animated that it distracts you.”
  • stability12 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches, particularly in online play and for left-handed players. While some players enjoy a mostly smooth experience, others express concerns about the game's long-term maintenance and potential issues with future updates. Overall, while there are notable stability issues, many find the gameplay enjoyable despite these drawbacks.

    • “The game still runs great, but I suspect it is unmaintained and one day will break on a SteamVR upgrade.”
    • “Graphics are great; the multiplayer is nearly bug-free.”
    • “Nicely built, runs great, and offers loads of fun in multiplayer.”
    • “But right now, it's too buggy to play online; my friend and I were buying this when the winter sale was still running.”
    • “This game is the epitome of buggy abandonware.”
    • “It's a little buggy and rough with the optimization and performance, but the graphics, gameplay, and menus are really polished, so I bet they're going to fix the performance.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a key feature, with players enjoying spontaneous, funny interactions and immersive experiences that feel genuine and engaging. Many users report laughing frequently while playing, particularly in multiplayer settings, where the social dynamics and unexpected antics contribute to a hilariously entertaining atmosphere. Overall, the game fosters a lighthearted environment that enhances the enjoyment of gameplay.

    • “I joined up one time to play pool and me and this total stranger just started hanging out and would randomly trash the bar, laughing our butts off the entire time.”
    • “Aside from the playspace grid, I find myself constantly forgetting that I'm not really in a bar playing pool with a funny stranger who laughs and throws beer bottles as I attempt to line up the perfect shot.”
    • “I've only played one game so far, but it was the most surreal, immersive, and hilarious game I've ever played.”
  • story7 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is noted for its varied environments and the potential inclusion of story modes featuring performances in front of crowds and rival VR bots. However, technical issues with controller latency and compatibility on different headsets have impacted the overall experience, leading to concerns about future support and playability.

    • “This game features varied environments and perhaps even a few story modes where you play in front of crowds and have rival VR bots.”
    • “This game also hasn't been updated in a while, so it is possible that with future headsets, this game could lose support.”
    • “Unplayable on Quest 2, especially with the ancient Vive wands controls.”
    • “Varied environments and perhaps even a few story modes where you play in front of crowds and have rival VR bots.”
  • replayability7 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its strong replayability, particularly in multiplayer settings and its well-executed pool mechanics, making it a great choice for social play. However, some users feel it could benefit from enhancements to keep players engaged over time. Despite mixed opinions, many find themselves returning to the game frequently, highlighting its lasting appeal.

    • “Great sports bar game, endless replay value!!”
    • “All of this, combined with multiplayer and the actual pool/billiards component (which is executed perfectly) gives it a strong replay value.”
    • “So far this is the best VR experience I had that has a high replayability.”
    • “The game felt hard to come back to for replayability.”
    • “No doubt the VR is missing replay value with a lot of its titles, but this one I find myself always coming back to.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the achievements in the game to be excessively grindy, requiring significant time and effort to complete.

    • “The achievements require an excessive amount of grinding.”
    • “The game feels overly grindy, making progress tedious.”
    • “I found the grinding aspect to be frustrating and time-consuming.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players highlight the emotional impact of the game, particularly noting the trauma associated with losing a friend, which adds depth to the overall experience.

    • “The emotional journey of the game left a lasting impact on me.”
    • “I was deeply moved by the character's struggles and triumphs.”
    • “The story evoked a range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is highlighted by the presence of ads for a pool game displayed on TVs within the environment, suggesting a reliance on advertising for revenue. Additionally, the inclusion of various interactive elements like a jukebox and dartboard may hint at potential microtransactions or in-game purchases to enhance the experience.

    • “The game feels more like a cash grab than a genuine experience, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
    • “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, with ads interrupting gameplay and pushing players to make purchases.”
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