SwingStar VR

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SwingStar VR is a single player platformer game. It was developed by ComputerLunch and was released on December 20, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

Swing around a virtual reality world using a giant sticky hand attached to your head. SwingStar VR is a third-person swinging physics puzzler that puts players through a wild ride, accelerating the player as they swing. It's wacky and super fun.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

Surprisingly fun and well-designed, offering enjoyable gameplay with clever use of VR mechanics.
Challenging puzzles and a variety of levels keep the experience engaging, with a fun final boss battle.
Great music and a light-hearted atmosphere make it a pleasant VR experience, reminiscent of classic games.

The game is relatively short, with some players wishing for more levels and content.
Motion sickness can be an issue for some players, especially during the initial gameplay.
Minor bugs and a lack of replay value may detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
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Gameplay is characterized by progressively challenging levels that introduce new mechanics, keeping the experience fresh and engaging as players advance.
- “Each level brings a new challenge, as the difficulties increase and new mechanics are introduced.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of strategy and action that keeps you on your toes.”
- “I love how the game encourages exploration and experimentation, making every playthrough feel unique.”
replayability
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67%
The game has limited replayability, primarily due to its short length and lack of engaging content, making it less appealing at full price. However, the inclusion of a star rating system based on performance offers some incentive for players to revisit the game. Overall, it may be more enjoyable for families with multiple children interested in playing together.
- “The star rating system scores you based on how many swings you made and the remaining health points of the character, adding a layer of replayability as you strive for better scores.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and opportunities to improve your performance, making you want to come back for more.”
- “The variety of paths and strategies available ensures that no two runs feel the same, enhancing the game's replayability.”
- “I don't recommend this game at full price unless you have several kids interested, as there will be virtually no replay value and it's not a very long game depending on your skill level.”
- “There is a star rating system where it scores you based on how many swings you made and the remaining HP the kid has (you lose HP by bumping into the ground or objects), so there's a bit of replayability.”
music
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The music in the game is a standout feature, enhancing the fun and challenging gameplay experience. Players appreciate its quality and how it complements the simple yet engaging levels.
- “The music and levels are fun, and the concept is pretty simple, but still challenging to execute.”
- “I gotta say, one of the highlights of this game is the amazing music!”
optimization
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The game's cartoonish art style is well-suited for VR, enhancing performance, and users report being able to supersample up to 3.0 on a 980ti graphics card, indicating good optimization for various hardware.
- “The cartoonish art theme works exceptionally well in VR, especially considering the performance requirements.”
- “Speaking of performance, I can supersample up to 3.0 on my 980 Ti.”