Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay

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Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay is a single player action game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by ILMxLAB and was released on December 6, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

In Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay by ILMxLAB, Poe Dameron's sidekick needs your help. Repair BB-8 and his astromech droid friends, each with their own unique personalities, so they can roll back into the fight against the First Order. Aboard General Leia’s ship in the depths of space, you’ll need to work quickly before battle breaks loose just outside the droid repair bay.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 394 reviews

graphics35 positive mentions

monetization9 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and immersive sound design, making it a delightful experience for Star Wars fans.
It's a fun and intuitive VR experience that allows players to interact with beloved droids like BB-8, providing instant gratification and a sense of accomplishment.
As a free title, it serves as a great introduction to VR, showcasing its capabilities without any financial commitment.

The experience is very short, typically lasting only 10-20 minutes, leaving players wanting more content and depth.
There is minimal challenge or difficulty, making the gameplay feel repetitive and lacking in meaningful impact.
The game functions more as a promotional tool for The Last Jedi rather than a fully fleshed-out game, which may disappoint those seeking a more substantial experience.

graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
12%
7%
The graphics in the game are consistently praised as impressive, particularly for a VR title from 2017, showcasing vibrant visuals and polished designs that enhance the overall experience. Many users highlight the game's ability to create an appealing aesthetic, with well-executed animations and sound effects, although some note that the gameplay does not fully match the high visual standards. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to an immersive and enjoyable experience.
- “The graphics in this game are really quite good, which at least makes the game look more appealing.”
- “The graphics are polished, the mechanics are good, the sound is well-known.”
- “Fantastic visuals, great animations, awesome music, and a heart-pounding ending.”
- “Other than that, the game controlled well and the graphics were decent.”
- “Visuals 6.5/10”
- “Graphics ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ .”
gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
60%
9%
The gameplay of "Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay" is characterized as a short, simple, and repetitive experience, lasting around 10 to 20 minutes. Players engage in basic mechanics like fixing droids, which, while enjoyable and immersive for fans, lacks depth and replayability. Overall, it serves more as an atmospheric demo than a fully fleshed-out game, appealing primarily to those seeking a quick VR experience.
- “The gameplay is fun even if you’re not a Star Wars fan.”
- “The mechanics are simple and easy to grasp, and I like how fun it is just swapping out some dead components in an astromech!”
- “Surprisingly entertaining, despite the very basic gameplay.”
- “You're not so much a mechanic as you are a gentle button presser with union-level plot armor.”
- “The gameplay is quite simple; it seems to be more of an atmospheric demo than anything!”
- “A short game with a repetitive gameplay loop about fixing robots.”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
67%
14%
The game's story is described as a short, charming narrative set in the Star Wars universe, appealing to fans of the franchise. While some players appreciate the cute animations and interactive elements, others feel the story lacks depth and could be expanded into a more substantial RPG experience. Overall, it offers a lighthearted and engaging experience, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more complex narrative.
- “At the end of the game, you realize where it takes place in the story.”
- “It's not a story the Jedi would tell you.”
- “A cute interactive short story with some nice animations.”
- “You’re not so much a mechanic as you are a gentle button presser with union-level plot armor.”
- “It’s not a story the Jedi would tell you.”
- “Don't expect too much excitement, but a story does unfold during play.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the potential for achievement hunting, many feel that the experience is too short and lacks substantial content to warrant multiple playthroughs. It serves well as an entry-level VR experience, but overall, the consensus is that replay value is limited.
- “Pretty good for a free game and its replayable.”
- “There's even some neat replay value if you want to hunt the achievements.”
- “The game has unlockable achievements which has replay value if you are into this sort of stuff.”
- “Droid repair bay was fun for the first run through, but replayability is nonexistent.”
- “Short experience with very little gameplay or replayability.”
- “Might be a good little game to demo newbies, but zero replayability and not much of a payoff at the end.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
90%
The monetization aspect of the game is primarily centered around its nature as a promotional tool for "The Last Jedi," featuring advertisements that some players found tolerable due to the game's polish. While it offers a short and simple interactive experience, the lack of a "play again" option and the reliance on advertising elements may detract from the overall gameplay experience. Players noted that the game feels more like a glorified advertisement than a standalone product, raising questions about its value as a free offering.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a variety of ways to earn in-game currency without having to spend real money.”
- “The optional purchases enhance the experience without being necessary to progress, which is a refreshing approach to monetization.”
- “Short storyline and of course ends up being an advertisement for the upcoming Star Wars movie.”
- “A short and dead simple interactive advertisement with surprising polish.”
- “It's nothing more than advertising for the latest Jedi movie, but it looks and feels great.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and enjoyable, particularly for newcomers to VR. While some reviews note that the game is short, its comedic elements contribute to a fun and engaging experience, making it a delightful addition to early VR exploration.
- “A very neat little game that is a good game to play early in your VR experience, since it helps you understand and use the concept of VR in a good way, on top of being a pretty funny game too.”
- “This game isn't very long but in a short amount of time it will make you believe that you are in the Star Wars world. It's funny, it's intuitive, and most importantly, it's fun!”
- “Only 10 minutes but a free, fun, funny, cute game.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and impressive graphics, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, some users reported occasional stuttering, suggesting that adjusting settings may be necessary for optimal play. The combination of good sound design and engaging set design further enhances the game's appeal.
- “Bonus stuff, achievements that supply replayability, good non-verbal communication, and really nice set design with good performance to boot.”
- “It's an easy game, with 10-15 minutes of content at most, but it has really good graphics, great performance, and the sound is perfect!”
- “Smooth performance!”
- “I had some stuttering in this game similar to Doom; I think I need to turn down the SS option.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with many users noting its unique and immersive qualities, suggesting that it serves more as an atmospheric experience than a complex gameplay challenge. Overall, it has received strong positive feedback for its atmospheric design.
- “I absolutely liked the unique atmosphere of the game.”
- “The gameplay is quite simple; it seems to be more of an atmospheric demo than anything!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers an enjoyable initial experience, but users report significant bugs that affect overall stability.
- “Fun for a first experience, but very buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and impact, contributing to the overall experience with fantastic visuals and animations. However, some users feel it can be overly loud, overshadowing important sound effects, and express a desire for the inclusion of official Star Wars music in the introduction.
- “Fantastic visuals, great animations, awesome music, and a heart-pounding ending.”
- “I would have liked the experience to incorporate the official Star Wars music in the introduction.”
- “My only complaint is that the music is too loud and gets in the way of some of the sound effects, most notably the binary beeps and boops that the droids speak.”
- “My only criticism would be that I would have liked the experience to incorporate the official Star Wars music in the introduction.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect to be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant effort for random chance achievements. Many feel it is inappropriate for a promotional demo, suggesting it detracts from the overall experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's a tedious, random chance achievement that should have never, ever, ever been put in a simple promotional demo.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its delightful and wholesome nature, providing an enjoyable experience despite its short duration of just 15 minutes. Players find it emotionally uplifting and fun to engage with.

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Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay is a action game with science fiction theme.

Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Windows and Oculus VR.

Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay was released on December 6, 2017.

Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay was developed by ILMxLAB.

Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Star Wars: Droid Repair Bay is a single player game.

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