Star Rangers VR
- September 15, 2017
- Project Whitecard Studios Inc.
Get on SteamThis free demo of Star Rangers VR is a short adventure set in orbit around the earth. The full Star Rangers game, to be released in five episodes (to start) has more missions, vehicles and adventures! Help us hit 30,000 demo users to kick off funded development.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The demo offers a unique experience of flying in space and simulating repairs, which can be enjoyable for space enthusiasts.
- Some players appreciated the realistic thruster controls and physics, adding to the immersion of the VR experience.
- The graphics, while not perfect, were considered decent by some players, and the motion did not cause nausea.
- The demo is essentially an advertisement for an abandoned game, misleading players and taking up valuable space on the Steam platform.
- Many users reported significant control issues and bugs, making the game unplayable on various VR systems.
- The lack of guidance for objectives and poor control mechanics frustrated players, leading to a negative overall experience.
- monetization9 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for being misleading, as it primarily serves as an advertisement rather than a full game. Users express frustration over the inclusion of demos and ads in game libraries, arguing that this practice detracts from genuine developers and misleads consumers. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as exploitative and detrimental to the gaming community.
“We must instead review this for what it is... an advertisement.”
“While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
“Often developers may choose to incorrectly publish demo/advertisements as separate games as a cheap way to bypass paying Valve for marketing presence on the Steam front page, which may seem clever to them, but it's harmful behavior and it's not good for gamers.”
- story7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking clear guidance, particularly in introductory missions, which can lead to frustration and failure due to time limits and unclear objectives. Players feel that the narrative could benefit from better instructions to enhance the overall experience.
“For an intro mission, you need a little more guidance on how to get things done.”
“For a system with so many movement issues that need to be worked out, I would recommend removing the time limit for the missions. After two failures, I gave up trying to attach the new parts to the station.”
“I failed the mission because I didn't quite know what to do exactly to repair the array.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their quality and smooth motion, which does not induce nausea; however, some users note minor issues, such as a green outline on the starting ship's communications array. While the visuals are considered satisfactory, there is a consensus that improvements are needed to meet higher standards.
“Graphics look great, and the motion doesn't cause any nausea.”
“It is time for us to demand good clear graphics.”
“There is a minor graphical issue on the ship you start out on, specifically around the communications looking array, where there is a green outline around it.”
“The graphics are okay, but they could be significantly better.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and lacks complexity, with users indicating that it feels basic and unremarkable.
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for engaging and cool music in the game, indicating that while music is an important aspect, they are willing to overlook it if other elements are satisfactory.
“The soundtrack is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
“I love how the diverse range of tracks keeps the energy high and makes every moment exciting.”
- 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 additional lives 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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses more on the gameplay mechanics of the thrusters. Therefore, it does not contribute to a summary regarding the emotional experience of the game.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report concerns about stability, with one player indicating they experienced issues after just 20 minutes of gameplay and expressing a reluctance to continue until the developers provide troubleshooting support.
“I only tried for 20 minutes and won't try more for a while unless I hear from the developers about troubleshooting. I'm willing to work with you, though.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined the overall experience.”
