SYNTHSPACE

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Synthspace is a virtual synthesizer game that brings the world of modular synthesis to everyone, offering an infiniteexpansion, customization, and sharing of synthesizer setups. It features 40+ modules, interactive lessons, context help, and the ability to record sessions, import samples, and even record yourself inside VR with a webcam. With its 1:1 Eurorack scaling, Synthspace provides a realistic and immersive experience for synth enthusiasts.

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Single-Player

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

music4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Synthspace offers a promising blend of creativity and accessibility, making it a must-explore platform for synthesis enthusiasts.
The VR experience allows for intuitive interaction with modular synths, providing a fun and engaging way to learn music production.
The developer is active and responsive, showing commitment to improving the software and adding new features based on user feedback.

The software suffers from significant bugs, including crashes when loading saved patches and issues with critical modules being broken or glitchy.
Many users feel that the interface is unintuitive and clumsy, making it difficult to use tools that require precision.
There are missing essential features and modules, leading to comparisons with competitors that currently offer a more complete experience.

music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
68%
14%
The music aspect of this VR experience is highly praised for its interactive synth capabilities, making it an excellent tool for both beginners and experienced producers interested in music creation. Users appreciate its straightforward interface and the ability to experiment with various genres, though some express a need for better tutorials to aid those without a musical background. Overall, it's recommended for synth enthusiasts and those looking to explore music production in a virtual space, but may not be ideal for those on a tight budget.
- “If you want to experience synths in VR, this is what you have to try. As a producer and a musician, I finally can interact with synths in virtual space!”
- “It's a really straightforward music production tool and one I see as a great entry point into production.”
- “But for now, even as a standalone experience, this is really something special and everyone who likes synths or making electronic music should own this if they have a VR headset.”
- “On the other hand, I can't recommend it for people who don't have a lot of money who are looking for a quality music-making experience right now.”
- “I'm a beginner in music production and wish there was a proper tutorial on how and what to connect in what order, etc. As someone who doesn't have any background, this is hard to learn.”
- “I'm not too musically inclined; your mileage may vary on that.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The reviews do not provide specific insights into the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on technical details and the availability of the Quest version. There is no mention of narrative elements or character development, indicating that the story may not be a central focus for players at this time.
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in Synth VR are praised for their realistic quality and strong synthwave aesthetic, enhancing the immersive experience of generative exploration sessions. Users appreciate how the visuals complement the modular synthesis theme effectively.
- “I appreciate the realistic graphics.”
- “Synth VR goes quite hard in the synthwave aesthetic.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, users report that the optimization of the game is generally solid, with smooth performance at around 90fps on older hardware. While some have experienced intermittent performance issues with a few modules loaded, these were often resolved with a simple restart, and crashes have not been a common occurrence.
- “Good hardware for a few years ago, kinda aging today, but nonetheless I get smooth 90fps performance pretty much at all times.”
- “I haven't had any crashes, but I have had performance issues from only having a few modules loaded. I couldn't repeat it, and it went away after a restart of Synthspace. Otherwise, it has run great and I haven't had any usability issues.”
- “I haven't had any crashes, but I have had performance issues from only having a few modules loaded. I couldn't repeat it, and it went away after a restart of Synthspace. Otherwise, it has run great, and I haven't had any usability issues.”
- “Good hardware from a few years ago, kind of aging today, but nonetheless, I get smooth 90fps performance pretty much at all times.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report significant improvements in stability, noting that the game is now much less buggy compared to previous versions, indicating that the developers have made effective updates and fixes.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The humor in the game is noted for its interactive and engaging qualities, with users appreciating its potential as both a teaching tool and a source of amusing content. The lighthearted tracks contribute to a fun and entertaining experience.
- “The game features a clever blend of humor that keeps you entertained while you learn.”
- “It's filled with funny little tracks that add a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
- “The interactive elements serve as both a teaching tool and a source of laughter.”

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