The Line
- July 9, 2020
- ARVORE
Get on Steam"The Line" is a 15-20 minute roomscale VR experience that tells the story of two miniature dolls, Pedro and Rosa, who are perfect for each other but fear change. Set in a 1940s São Paulo scale model, players can interact with the environment by pulling knobs and crawling under machinery to unfold the story. The game is narrated in multiple languages and offers both room-scale and seated play modes, making it suitable for first-time VR users and those with limited mobility.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
Reviews
- Beautifully crafted visuals and charming story that captivates players.
- Ideal for newcomers to VR, offering a memorable and engaging experience.
- High-quality narration and minimal interactions enhance the immersive feel of the narrative.
- Extremely short runtime of around 15-20 minutes, which may not justify the price for some players.
- Limited interactivity makes it feel more like a cinematic experience than a traditional game.
- Some technical issues, such as rushed animations and positional audio problems, detract from the overall experience.
- story27 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story is a charming and beautifully illustrated love tale set in a miniature diorama, featuring a paperboy and a florist in a toy train city. While the narrative is sweet and well-presented, it is relatively short and offers limited interactivity, primarily requiring players to engage with fixed elements to progress. Overall, the storytelling is heartfelt and memorable, making it a delightful experience despite its brevity.
“The story is a love story between the paperboy and the florist of a town... it's nothing groundbreaking, but it's wondrous to see and check the details of the town models.”
“The writing is excellent and the story is heartfelt and touching.”
“A nicely done storytelling experience with a carefully crafted and well-designed environment.”
“What you get here is an interactive movie which is a piece of art but you cannot decide the direction of the story.”
“It's a shame that you are only ever given a single point of interaction to continue because being actually caught in a loop until you figure out how to disrupt it would have both been a fun puzzle to play through as well as supporting the story being told.”
“The story we are given is awfully cute and it’s fairly memorable, despite the fact it can be completed in less than twenty minutes.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their beautiful artwork and charming miniature perspective, enhancing the overall experience with lovely visuals and well-executed hand interactions. While the stop motion animations are considered nice and comparable to other titles, some users noted a lack of customization options for subtitles and graphics.
“Cute little love story... beautifully portrayed... amazing artwork.”
“I love the graphics; it's miniatures, and I seem to be hooked on this type of perspective.”
“The hand interactions are well made and the art style is lovely throughout the experience!”
“Visuals and stop motion animations are quite nice, on par with Allumette, but not as good as Gloomy Eyes.”
“There is no way to adjust any specific details on the subtitles or graphics.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its seamless integration, enhancing the overall experience and atmosphere.
“The music fits perfectly in this experience.”
“The soundtrack elevates the gameplay and immerses you in the world.”
“Each track enhances the emotional depth of the story.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent writing and a heartfelt, touching story that resonates emotionally with players.
“The writing is excellent, and the story is heartfelt and touching.”
“The game evokes a deep emotional response, making you truly care about the characters.”
“I found myself moved to tears by the powerful narrative and the struggles of the protagonists.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game's optimization is solid, with no performance issues noted even on lower-end hardware like the GTX 1060, despite the recommended specifications being higher. The impressive miniature world and engaging narration further enhance the experience without compromising performance.
“The narration is very good, the story is inspiring and interesting, and the miniature world is also very impressive. I had no performance issues with my 1060, even though the recommended hardware in the system requirements is higher.”
