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Wave Beta

92%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
stability, story
92% User Score Based on 496 reviews

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TheWaveVR is the interstellar music festival of the future you can access at any time from anywhere.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 496 reviews
music68 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • TheWaveVR offers a unique and immersive experience that combines music, visuals, and social interaction, making it feel like a virtual rave.
  • The community aspect is strong, with opportunities to meet and interact with other players, share experiences, and attend live DJ shows.
  • The visuals and audio quality are stunning, creating a psychedelic atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game has been shut down, making it inaccessible and leaving players disappointed about lost content and experiences.
  • There are technical issues, such as crashes and connectivity problems, which can hinder the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • The limited availability of shows and content can lead to a lack of engagement for players, especially when there are no live events happening.
  • music
    188 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game is widely praised for its immersive and interactive experiences, combining stunning visuals with a diverse range of electronic music. Players appreciate the ability to socialize, DJ, and explore unique musical environments, likening it to a virtual music festival that transcends traditional gaming. Many users express a desire for features like custom music uploads, highlighting the platform's potential to revolutionize how music is experienced in virtual reality.

    • “This had the best interactive music experience ever seen without eyes. The Glitch Mob, please bring it back or at least make that a standalone experience.”
    • “This is a new way for listeners to experience an artist's music; it gives a new dimension to the music.”
    • “The visuals combined with the music are beyond astounding.”
    • “Yet you only have this 'falling asleep' music.”
    • “After about 3 minutes, I started to hear some music but no visuals.”
    • “Great experience, but I would love to have more music to DJ.”
  • graphics
    85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this VR experience are consistently praised for their stunning, mind-bending quality, with many users highlighting the immersive and psychedelic visuals that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the interactive art installations and the ability to manipulate visuals in real-time during live DJ sessions, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere. Despite occasional performance issues with lag in crowded settings, the overall consensus is that the visuals are a standout feature, making it a must-try for fans of electronic music and immersive art.

    • “The visuals are stunning and mind-bending, and the audio streaming is really good.”
    • “This app/concept is not just a game; it's an interactive piece of immersive art, where sound and visuals combine to take you through a mesmerizing experience.”
    • “The visuals combined with the music are beyond astounding.”
    • “The whole experience is an incoherent mess of bad performance and eye-melting visuals.”
    • “Most things work pretty well but it can get a bit laggy with a lot of people or graphics stuff going on.”
    • “The visuals could get a bit laggy, even on a GTX 1080/i7 7700k - but that is probably due to 100+ people all doing stuff at the same time.”
  • optimization
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the platform is generally well-received, with most users reporting smooth performance, particularly on high-end setups like the Index and 2080 Ti. However, some users experience performance issues on lower-end hardware, such as the 1080 Ti, especially during effect-heavy shows. Overall, while the platform delivers an impressive VR experience, there are occasional inconsistencies in performance that could affect user experience.

    • “It's also shockingly well optimized.”
    • “Performance was top notch all the time on Index + 2080 Ti.”
    • “It has some issues with performance on a 1080 Ti/Index on some of the more 'effect heavy' shows, but that's expected for any VR title.”
    • “My one complaint is performance; while it maintains 60 FPS in events, it is hardly using any of my PC's resources.”
    • “The whole experience is an incoherent mess of bad performance and eye-melting visuals.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report a mixed experience with stability; while many find the game generally stable and smooth with effective social features, there are notable glitches and bugs, particularly when accessing friends' caves and during club entry. Despite these issues, players appreciate the game's unique concept and social interactions.

    • “Also a couple of buggy ones.”
    • “Wow, what a weird and wonderful game. The social lobby works great, but going to friends' caves is buggy and only lets the host use controls.”
    • “There are a few glitches to be fixed, but the concept in general is crazy.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is noted for its uniqueness, with players expressing hope for its availability on PC following the ongoing beta testing on Quest 3. Overall, there is a strong desire for broader access to the narrative experience.

  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily centered around social features and music, with some users noting a lack of traditional gameplay elements. However, the mechanics of the equipment are appreciated, contributing to an enjoyable experience.

    • “I had a great session and enjoyed the mechanics of the equipment.”
    • “I mean there is no real gameplay and the game is all about social features and music.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the experience is highlighted by its breathtaking visuals and immersive design, which evoke strong feelings, including tears of joy. Users appreciate the intuitive movement and interaction, enhancing the overall emotional impact and making them feel deeply connected to the experience.

    • “It was one of my most favorite performances I've ever seen; it was so beautiful it made me cry because of the way it used particles.”
    • “The trips legitimately made me feel like I'm tripping.”
    • “Movement is simple and intuitive; point-and-click teleporting and interaction is as simple as reaching out and touching.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its vibrant and immersive qualities, featuring trippy neon visuals and an energetic electronic music soundtrack that enhances the party experience. Players appreciate the sleek art direction and the ability to enjoy a lively social VR environment without the downsides of a physical rave. Overall, it effectively creates a fun and engaging atmosphere for users.

    • “Even in its current stage, great atmosphere with other players and much more fun than any of the other social VR experiences; trippy, pulsating neon light entities + EDM bangers + not having to go to some nasty warehouse rave to enjoy it = take my money!”
    • “The art direction is sleek and tasteful, adding a perfect atmosphere to electronic music.”
    • “Its real purpose is to have a great time in a party atmosphere, a party in VR, and it really delivers.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find humor in moments when individuals unknowingly leave their microphones on, leading to unexpected and often amusing situations.

    • “One thing I find particularly funny is when a player doesn't realize their mic is on.”
    • “The witty dialogue and unexpected puns had me laughing out loud throughout the game.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates absurd situations that catch you off guard and leave you in stitches.”

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