SUMMER VACATION
- March 23, 2022
- ALPHA-NEXT
Get on Steam"Summer Vacation" is a VR game set on a tropical beach resort, offering various activities like watermelon whacking, volleyball, and fishing. The game features a story mode where you play as a private tutor for a pupil on a tropical island, as well as a free mode with customizable heroine costumes. Post-game content allows for creating personalized situations and replaying the game for an ultimate dream vacation experience.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Rift
Windows Mixed Reality
Reviews
- The character model for Alice is well-designed and features lifelike animations, enhancing the overall visual experience.
- The game includes a variety of mini-games that provide some fun interactions, such as fishing and volleyball, which can add to the immersion.
- The controls are intuitive and allow for smooth movement, making the gameplay experience more enjoyable compared to other VR titles.
- The game is very short, taking only about 40-60 minutes to complete, which many players feel does not justify the price.
- There is a lack of meaningful interaction with the character and environment, leading to a feeling of disconnection and immersion-breaking moments.
- Expectations for adult content were not met, leaving many players disappointed as the game does not include any R18 elements.
- story9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is generally viewed as generic and lacking depth, with some users noting that it feels rushed and fails to build character effectively. While it offers customization options, the narrative is less engaging compared to other titles like "Focus on You," which is praised for its more meaningful romantic storytelling. Overall, the game is criticized for its linearity and limited player choices, making the story feel less immersive.
“As short as the story feels, what stands out are nevertheless all of the customization options.”
“The story itself is generic in wanting to give meaning to everything; it's not something very elaborate, but it works well.”
“It's basically an interactive VR story with little in the way of choices to deviate from the scripted path.”
“I would say 'Focus on You' is still a much better game due to the better story.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its linear storytelling and camera mechanics, drawing comparisons to other titles like "Focus on You." However, concerns are raised about the potential impact of touch mechanics on the overall experience, suggesting that such features could detract from the game's depth and sophistication. Overall, the gameplay is seen as similar to existing titles, with a focus on narrative rather than explicit interactions.
“The gameplay itself is very similar to 'Focus on You', which actually got a worldwide release on PlayStation.”
“The beach scenario in my experience doesn't have to be necessarily interpreted as sexual.”
“Usually the rest of a game gets totally destroyed by the implementation of those mechanics.”
“They usually are a let down to any meaningful or sophisticated production because - just like pornography in general - sexuality doesn't break down to simple mechanics.”
“It has the same linear style storytelling gameplay, and you got a camera.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally considered decent, particularly for the female character, but there is a notable need for improvement in other areas to enhance the overall experience. While the visuals are basic and include a fair variety of outfits, some players were disappointed due to their expectations of a more explicit title.
“The game has decent and very good graphics on the female character.”
“The game sports nice basic visuals, with a decent character model and a fair number of outfits to choose from.”
“Speaking of graphics, apart from the main character, a massive improvement is needed to make the game feel better.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that character development in the game lacks authenticity, with players feeling that the progression of characters does not unfold in a believable or organic manner.
“The character development doesn't feel natural.”
“The progression of characters is shallow and lacks depth.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized, providing a smooth experience for players.
“The game in general has excellent optimization.”
“The performance is smooth, and the game runs efficiently on various hardware.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized for different systems, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, noting that navigation can be buggy, leading to disorienting experiences such as feeling like they are moving while stationary or floating above the ground.
“Navigation is quite buggy; sometimes I feel like I'm moving while sitting, and other times I feel like I'm floating above the ground.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for its lack of proper composition, leaving players feeling that it is either absent or insufficiently developed.
“There is no proper music in this game.”
“The soundtrack is lacking and feels uninspired.”
“The music doesn't match the game's atmosphere at all.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users express disappointment in the game's replayability, noting that the lack of additional content and a short playtime of around an hour makes the £20+ price tag feel unjustified.
“With no R18 content planned (despite it being expected) and the fact that you are paying £20+ for an hour of experience with little replay value, it's not worth it.”
“The game feels like a one-time experience; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to go back.”
“After finishing the game, I found myself with no desire to replay it, as the choices felt limited and the outcomes predictable.”
