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Technolust

58%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
story, atmosphere
82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Technolust is a single player action game. It was developed by IRIS VR Inc. and was released on April 19, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Technolust is a fully realized cyberpunk dystopia, presented as an interactive visual novel. The user is free to explore the rich environments and interact with the world’s bizarre natives as they unravel a mystery involving mass suicides, A.I. revolutions and corporate dominance. Winner of 2 Proto awards for Best Art Direction and Best Sound Design as well as a Vision award for Artistic Achieveme…

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
music4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Technolust offers an immersive and atmospheric experience, effectively capturing the essence of cyberpunk and sci-fi aesthetics.
  • The game features detailed environments and engaging arcade mini-games that enhance the overall enjoyment.
  • The developer is responsive to feedback and actively works on improving the game, which adds to the positive experience for players.
  • The game is very short, with some players reporting completion times of around 2-4 hours, which may leave some feeling unsatisfied.
  • There are technical issues, including crashes and poor support for certain VR headsets, which can detract from the experience.
  • Gameplay mechanics are simplistic, often feeling more like a walking simulator with minimal interaction rather than a fully developed game.
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as light and filled with sci-fi clichés, lacking clarity and a strong objective, which detracts from the overall experience. However, it offers an immersive atmosphere that some players find enjoyable, especially in VR, where the detailed environments enhance the feeling of presence. While opinions vary, the narrative's brevity and coherence are common points of criticism.

    • “The graphics are pleasing, the plot exists, and it's very atmospheric.”
    • “Loved the detailed models, and the story was great too.”
    • “If you like an immersive futuristic dystopian cyberpunk story that you can walk around in real-time with a VR headset, then you will enjoy the hell out of this game. It's probably the most enjoyable VR experience I've had, and I have had a few. Awesome music and retro arcade games give the desired effect of feeling/being there. I can tell you I played to the end and was literally walking around in real-time, feeling like I was actually in Adam Jensen's room from Deus Ex. This game is pretty surreal; I recommend it to anyone that has a VR headset.”
    • “Story is very light (some dialogue hard to understand) and a mish-mash of various sci-fi clichés.”
    • “In all honesty, the game is too short, the story didn't make sense and there isn't a clear objective.”
    • “All VR games seem to be pretty 'flat' when it comes to game mechanics and storytelling.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music is widely praised for its phenomenal electronic soundtrack and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of a dystopian cyberpunk world. Many players have enjoyed listening to the soundtrack outside of the game, although some have reported technical issues with the music feature causing crashes. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's immersive quality, making it a standout aspect for players.

    • “It has really great atmosphere and a phenomenal electronic soundtrack (it's up on Bandcamp if you're interested), not to mention sound design.”
    • “The game has incredible music and great environments that really make you feel like you're trapped in a 90s vision of a dystopian future.”
    • “I did enjoy the music in the game and found it available on Bandcamp.”
    • “The game will also randomly crash if you click on a boombox to play music... don't get me wrong, I thought this was cool, but it's literally broken.”
  • atmosphere
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its dark, edgy cyberpunk and sci-fi elements, complemented by pleasing graphics and a phenomenal electronic soundtrack. Despite some rough edges, the immersive sound design and overall ambiance create a compelling experience that players find worth exploring.

    • “If you like cyberpunk and sci-fi wrapped up in a dark, edgy atmosphere, then you have to play through this.”
    • “It has really great atmosphere and a phenomenal electronic soundtrack (it's up on Bandcamp if you're interested), not to mention the sound design.”
    • “This game is still rough around the edges, make no mistake, but the atmosphere and love put into this game is truly something worth experiencing.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
    • “Despite the interesting premise, the atmosphere is flat and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
    • “The world feels empty and devoid of character, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of mini-games and a more passive experience, described as a "walk-by" rather than a traditional game. While it offers a deep VR experience, it suffers from mechanical issues and crashes, leading to a comparison with other flat games that provide richer gameplay for a similar price. Despite its flaws, the reviewer expresses a willingness to purchase a sequel.

    • “All VR games seem to be pretty 'flat' when it comes to game mechanics and storytelling.”
    • “I like it and I would probably buy a sequel, but if I compare it with a €20 Shadowrun game, there is so much more gameplay in flat games of the same price class.”
    • “Gameplay: some mini-games, the game itself is not a game but rather a walk-by.”
    • “Its broken mechanically, it crashes, but is the deepest experience I've had with Oculus thus far.”
    • “Poor game mechanics and abrupt ending.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are visually appealing and contribute to a strong atmospheric experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The graphics are pleasing, the plot exists, and it's very atmospheric.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy in the game effectively leverages collectables and immersive advertising, enhancing player engagement while capitalizing on technolust. This approach successfully draws players into the game world, making the monetization feel integrated rather than intrusive.

    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I feel like I'm constantly bombarded with ads and in-game purchases, which ruins the overall experience.”
    • “It's frustrating that progress is locked behind paywalls, making it difficult to enjoy the game without shelling out extra cash.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game is highlighted by fantastic character performances, indicating that the game runs smoothly and effectively showcases the characters' animations and interactions.

    • “The optimization in this game leads to fantastic character performances.”
    • “The game runs smoothly, allowing for seamless gameplay and fantastic character performances.”
    • “I appreciate how the optimization enhances the overall experience, making character interactions feel more dynamic.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Technolust offers high replayability with a wealth of exploration opportunities and activities, allowing players to immerse themselves in its richly detailed futuristic dystopian cityscape.

    • “Technolust is very replayable, with plenty to explore and do. It's also great to just spend time in and take in the futuristic dystopian cityscape.”
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Technolust is available on PC and Windows.

Technolust was released on April 19, 2016.

Technolust was developed by IRIS VR Inc..

Technolust has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Technolust is a single player game.

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