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SteamVR Performance Test

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77%Game Brain Score
graphics, optimization
stability, character development
77% User Score Based on 3,899 reviews

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SteamVR Performance Test is a single player simulation game with horror, anime, violence and erotic themes. It was developed by Valve and was released on February 22, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Buzz About the SoftwareThe SteamVR Performance Test measures your system's rendering power using a 2-minute sequence from Valves Aperture Robot Repair VR demo. After collecting the data it determines whether your system is capable of running VR content at 90fps and whether VR content can tune the visual fidelity up to the recommended level. For machines that are not VR Ready the tool can help de…

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,899 reviews
graphics71 positive mentions
stability11 negative mentions

  • Useful tool to test if your PC is ready for VR and helps identify which components may need an upgrade.
  • Easy to use, quick performance test that provides clear, understandable results for VR readiness.
  • Accurate for desktop PCs and single GPU setups, with good visuals and a well-made benchmarking process.
  • Often uses integrated graphics instead of dedicated GPU on laptops, causing inaccurate results.
  • Outdated benchmark that doesn't reflect requirements of newer VR headsets and higher resolution demands.
  • Crashes or fails to show results occasionally, lacks support for multi-GPU (SLI/Crossfire) systems and has no settings to select GPU manually.
  • graphics
    621 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning realism and impressive visual fidelity, often described as breathtaking and lifelike. However, many users report issues with the accompanying performance test software, which frequently defaults to detecting only integrated graphics cards instead of dedicated GPUs, leading to inaccurate assessments of graphical capabilities. Despite these detection problems, the in-game graphics themselves receive consistently high acclaim for quality and immersion.

    • “Great gameplay, one of the best stories, magnificent graphics.”
    • “The visuals are astounding, I was breathtakingly impressed after starting the SteamVR performance test; nothing will ever surpass this godlike creation.”
    • “Truly a graphical masterpiece full of fun surprises; this is definitely one of the best games on Steam.”
    • “The test repeatedly ignores my dedicated GPU and only tests the integrated Intel graphics, resulting in inaccurate performance readings and false advice to upgrade my graphics card.”
    • “This software doesn't detect my dedicated graphics card and only uses the integrated graphics, causing it to improperly assess my system as not VR ready despite my capable hardware.”
    • “The application defaults to using integrated graphics instead of the dedicated Nvidia GPU, even after changing settings and forcing the preferred graphics card, rendering the benchmark results unreliable.”
  • optimization
    276 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The SteamVR Performance Test effectively assesses a PC's VR readiness by simulating demanding VR scenes, offering useful insight into system capability. However, it often struggles to detect dedicated GPUs accurately, defaulting to integrated graphics, which can lead to misleading performance results. Despite occasional crashes and lack of optimization for multi-GPU setups, it's a valuable, if imperfect, tool for gauging VR performance on a range of hardware.

    • “Most VR titles have been tuned to run smoothly at the recommended visual quality.”
    • “This performance test only takes one to two minutes to evaluate your system, ends with a performance rating meter and a nice explanation for what you should upgrade, what you might want to upgrade, and what may affect your overall performance.”
    • “The tool will let you know what sort of performance to expect from your computer if it is VR ready or let you know if you are lacking with your graphics card, CPU, or both.”
    • “After trying over and over with different methods, I can't seem to get this application to detect my Nvidia graphics card but instead detects my Intel graphics card and gives me false readings on my performance regarding how well it would play.”
    • “What is the point of this test if it is decided before the actual test is run, based entirely on the components you bought? Clearly, the Steam VR test doesn't seem to register my SLI setup and assumes only one card is running. The point is the test is fake as it doesn't record the actual performance of the benchmark at all; it simply examines your specs and goes through the charade of running the test then returns a performance result based not on the test but the spec sheet instead.”
    • “Always defaults to using my integrated GPU rather than my Nvidia 980m - setting Nvidia control panel 3D settings to force the computer to use the 980m still results in the SteamVR performance test software using the integrated graphics card.”
  • story
    231 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth, engaging characters, and compelling narrative, often described as one of the best or most touching experienced recently. However, some users note that the story can be short or occasionally confusing, with limited replay value or lacking character development. Overall, the story stands out as a major strength that deeply resonates with players despite occasional critiques about length or complexity.

    • “English language can't put the emotions I felt while playing this masterpiece of a game. The story is the greatest thing I have ever seen. I cried multiple times and the ending is the single most greatest end to a game I have ever seen in my whole life. I highly doubt something like this will ever be created again.”
    • “This is by far the most interesting game I have ever played. The storyline is short, about 10 hours, but my god, it's so rich. I love the characters. I think everybody should play this.”
    • “The storytelling is intricately crafted and develops at a perfect pace.”
    • “Unfortunately, the story is a little short; I finished it in 2 minutes, but this game was so good that I decided to replay it around 180 times.”
    • “Story is really boring and short, and it takes forever to get to an interesting part (if you can call it interesting). The claims that it has multiple endings are lies. Then the gameplay is just terrible; it doesn’t feel like you are controlling the player at all.”
    • “I really wanted to like this game, but to be blunt, the story is just bad.”
  • gameplay
    109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay received mixed reviews, with many praising its immersive, innovative, and engaging mechanics that contribute to a modern, high-quality experience, while others criticized it for being too short, overly linear, or lacking meaningful player interaction. Some noted occasional technical issues or microtransactions detracting from enjoyment, and a few pointed out that the game relies heavily on cutscenes rather than interactive gameplay. Overall, the gameplay is highly regarded by many but polarizing for others due to its structure and length.

    • “This game is one of the best I have played in a while. It really filled that hole deep inside of me that was lacking, with a wonderful story and amazing new game mechanics that truly made for a modern-day classic.”
    • “This is one of the best VR games ever made. I really like the gameplay and level design and can tell a lot of work went into making this game so good.”
    • “Truly a groundbreaking title, not only pushing the boundaries of what kind of story a game can tell but forwarding video games as a medium to new heights with its groundbreaking gameplay concepts and stunning graphical fidelity.”
    • “Story was too short, and gameplay was straight up garbage.”
    • “Story is really boring and short and it takes forever to get to an interesting part (if you can call it interesting) and the claims that it has "multiple endings" are lies, then the gameplay is just terrible, doesn't feel like you are controlling the player at all.”
    • “No menu, no gameplay, no nothing just a cutscene and at the end it judges you for some reason.”
  • emotional
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game delivers an intensely emotional experience, often moving players to tears multiple times through its heartfelt, immersive story and complex characters. Many users describe it as a deeply affecting and memorable narrative that evokes a wide range of emotions, from heartbreak to catharsis. Despite some humorous references to PC performance messages, the emotional impact remains the standout aspect praised across reviews.

    • “English language can't put the emotions I felt while playing this masterpiece of a game. The story is the greatest thing I have ever seen. I cried multiple times and the ending is the single greatest end to a game I have ever seen in my whole life. I highly doubt something like this will ever be created again.”
    • “The story is the most engaging, eye opening, and most emotional rollercoaster I've experienced.”
    • “I went through the 5 stages of grief the moment the main character dies, and I've never been so emotionally attached to a non-existent person.”
    • “Boring story, long load times, short campaign.”
  • humor
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently find the humor in the game to be genuinely funny and enjoyable, often highlighting amusing moments and witty content. However, some note that the comedic elements are occasionally undercut by technical issues, which ironically adds to the humor for some. Overall, humor is a standout and well-liked aspect of the experience.

    • “The humorous moments were quite easily the funniest thing I have ever seen in my entire existence.”
    • “Very funny game and I would recommend.”
    • “Made me laugh.”
  • music
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music received widespread praise for its amazing, full orchestral soundtrack and memorable quality, with many users highlighting its relaxing and immersive effect. It is often compared favorably to acclaimed soundtracks like Undertale's and considered a standout aspect of the game. Some minor criticisms were rare, but overall, the soundtrack is regarded as exceptional and a highlight of the experience.

    • “The voice acting is soooo amazing it's the best I've heard in years and the soundtrack is amazing too; if it was on Spotify, it would already be in first place in the world, it's so amazing.”
    • “Along with the soundtracks and other background noises like bird song, the whistles of policemen, or the rivers.”
    • “Music: this soundtrack may be the next thing to Undertale.”
    • “I just wanted to play Beat Saber with my own music.”
    • “No story, horrible soundtrack.”
    • “- Music was okay.”
  • replayability
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Replayability opinions are mixed: many praise the game for its extensive replay value, robust upgrade system, and engaging features that encourage multiple playthroughs, while others criticize its linear gameplay, weak story, and lack of meaningful progression, leading to minimal replay appeal.

    • “From my testing and others' thorough research, this game lasts 69,420 hours minimum. It has infinite replayability with the overwhelming amount of features being astoundingly mind-boggling.”
    • “It's incredibly fun, and I loved the splitscreen gameplay. It brought me back to the good old days, and the replay value is insane!”
    • “Lots of replay value here... run it 3 times in 3 days and get 3 different scores!”
    • “Finished this in about an hour, zero replayability though.”
    • “No replay value after receiving the "good" ending.”
    • “Linear gameplay and limited replay value really drag this title down.”
  • stability
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is mixed, with users experiencing pixel glitches, freezing on result screens, and occasional visual bugs, particularly on certain hardware setups. While the core performance runs well and AI behaves smoothly, lingering bugs and crashes detract from the overall experience, though patches have been issued to address these issues.

    • “Runs great.”
    • “Well, the test runs great and looks swish.”
    • “Will try other ways to find a solution, but the program runs great.”
    • “My Vive wireless has pixel glitches and stuttering, making it impossible to play.”
    • “Unfortunately, every time I finish the test the results page freezes and I'm unable to click more info.”
    • “A classic from Valve to release buggy software and then patches of 700MB.”
  • character development
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in this game is largely praised for being deep and evolving throughout the story, especially when engaging with the lore. However, some players feel it is weak or uneven at the beginning and criticize certain story modes for lacking meaningful character growth. Overall, character development is seen as a standout feature but with some early pacing issues.

    • “The character development, especially when you've explored the lore of this title, is astonishing.”
    • “The character development just continues to get greater and greater and greater.”
    • “Without spoiling such a beautiful heartfelt story with superb character development and intuitive gameplay, you follow on from the events of Portal 2 where the main character, Atlas, has come home after another day of science.”
    • “Cons - absolutely no character development and a weak all around story mode”
    • “Uneven character development.”
    • “The character development needs a little work towards the beginning of the game.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization in the game is widely criticized for being too aggressive and intrusive, with frequent microtransactions that detract from the experience. Many users feel it leans heavily toward a cash grab despite solid gameplay underneath.

    • “Pretty sure this is just a cash grab from Valve.”
    • “Decent gameplay but monetization model is a bit in-your-face.”
    • “I couldn't handle the microtransactions, and the tutorial just is way too long.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Grinding in the game is generally engaging and often enjoyable, to the point where players may not even notice they're grinding. However, the difficulty scaling during multiplayer sessions can make grinding less fun with friends. Overall, grinding is significant but not overly tedious.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Although grinding with friends is not as fun as it should be, as the game scales the difficulty too dramatically per user in your world.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and enjoyable quality, featuring impressive lighting effects and realistic physics that enhance the overall mood. Players find it consistently perfect and engaging throughout various moments, contributing significantly to the gameplay experience.

    • “The bow and arrow physics are top notch, and the atmospheric lighting effects (especially during dusk and when it's raining) are among the best I've ever seen.”
    • “The atmosphere in every single moment is perfect.”
    • “This game has a much higher quality gameplay and a more enjoyable atmosphere compared to others like Valve Index.”
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SteamVR Performance Test is a simulation game with horror, anime, violence and erotic themes.

SteamVR Performance Test is available on PC, Virtual Reality and Windows.

On average players spend around 38 hours playing SteamVR Performance Test.

SteamVR Performance Test was released on February 22, 2016.

SteamVR Performance Test was developed by Valve.

SteamVR Performance Test has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked SteamVR Performance Test for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

SteamVR Performance Test is a single player game.

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