TimeLock VR

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TimeLock VR is a virtual reality action-adventure game that transports players to the depths of the ocean. As the captain of a submarine, you must navigate treacherous waters, solve puzzles, and fight off enemies to unlock the secrets of a mysterious sunken temple. With its immersive environment and challenging gameplay, TimeLock VR offers a unique underwater exploration experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 309 reviews

graphics40 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game features an interesting time manipulation mechanic that adds depth to the puzzle-solving experience.
Graphics and sound design are decent for a VR game, providing an immersive atmosphere.
The game is enjoyable for casual play, especially at a discounted price, making it a good introduction to VR gaming.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to feelings of being underwhelmed.
Controls can be clunky and unintuitive, especially for Oculus users, making it difficult to navigate and interact with the game world.
Many features, such as the time manipulation mechanics, feel underutilized or poorly implemented, leaving players disappointed.

graphics
62 mentions
65 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the stunning visuals and detailed environments, particularly in VR settings. While some users note that the graphics are impressive for the game's price and engine, others express disappointment with certain aspects, such as lighting and color choices. Overall, the consensus leans towards the graphics being good to excellent, especially for a VR experience, though there are areas for improvement.
- “The visuals are stunning, and the integration of action elements adds to the excitement.”
- “I would also like to note the graphics and detail in this game, especially the interiors of rooms and other dimensions that convey the entire virtual reality; it's goosebumps.”
- “Perfectly traced graphics, the developers spent a lot of time on detailing, especially on the interior.”
- “Graphics and sound are early VR era.”
- “The graphics for VR are not very good, but this eventually ceases to be evident.”
- “In general, the game has bad graphics, distracting sounds, bad physics, bugs, and very bad controls, even though how that is possible is beyond me.”
story
48 mentions
29 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and well-thought-out, while others criticize it for being simplistic or nonsensical. Many appreciate the unique time travel concept and interesting quests, but some feel the plot lacks depth and coherence, often serving merely as a backdrop for gameplay. Overall, while the storyline has its merits, it leaves room for improvement and may not satisfy those seeking a more substantial narrative experience.
- “The storyline is engaging, drawing you in with its twists and turns, making you feel like you're truly part of the adventure.”
- “A good game with a well thought out storyline.”
- “The game itself has a very good plot and interaction with the environment, and in general I want to say that this is one of the best VR games I've ever played!”
- “After you complete the objective, the game's like 'the mission's complete, I'll let you know when the next game releases'... dude, this game was $9.99, discounted to below 99 cents which I bought for, and still felt ripped off.”
- “I didn't understand the meaning of the plot, and in principle, the whole point of this game.”
- “The story has a lot of room for improvement; perhaps just being a demo of sorts made it seem nonsensical in the attempt to get the player right into the game proper.”
gameplay
43 mentions
37 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
Gameplay in this VR title is a mixed bag, featuring an intriguing time travel mechanic that is underutilized, leading to a somewhat simplistic puzzle-solving experience. While the atmosphere and graphics are praised, many players find the gameplay lacks depth, with some mechanics feeling unnecessary and the overall experience being short and occasionally marred by technical issues. Despite its flaws, the game offers engaging moments and a unique concept that may appeal to fans of escape room puzzles.
- “This VR game left me amazed with its captivating atmosphere and engaging gameplay!”
- “Players navigate through intricately designed rooms, solving puzzles and using time control mechanics to advance.”
- “Very interesting gameplay, good graphics, very beautiful moments in the game; I spent about 10 hours in this game, which is an absolute record for me in VR games.”
- “While the core mechanic of switching between timelines is interesting, it doesn't utilize the advertised features like time manipulation.”
- “Many of the introduced mechanics cannot be used at any part of the game, the puzzles are mostly 'open doors and find items', combat is stiff, almost no music or sound, the game is easy and short.. the message sound is so loud that it hurts my ears.”
- “There's absolutely no tutorial, so learning basic mechanics is horrible.”
music
16 mentions
56 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as addictive, immersive, and well-designed, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere. However, some players find the sound effects, particularly the prompt sounds, to be jarring and distracting. Overall, while the background music is generally appreciated, it can sometimes go unnoticed, and there are criticisms regarding the lack of variety and presence during gameplay.
- “It's addictive, good sounds, great music!”
- “Soundtrack is simply the best <3”
- “A chic atmosphere and musical accompaniment, immersion on 10 out of 10.”
- “There is no real music in this game; the trailer is misleading.”
- “Many of the introduced mechanics cannot be used at any part of the game, the puzzles are mostly 'open doors and find items', combat is stiff, almost no music or sound, the game is easy and short. The message sound is so loud that it hurts my ears.”
- “The music plays in the background and is not noticed.”
atmosphere
8 mentions
88 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its captivating and immersive qualities, with many players highlighting its relaxing nature, chic design, and effective sound effects. While the overall experience is described as atmospheric and engaging, some users noted that other aspects of the game may feel underdeveloped.
- “This VR game left me amazed with its captivating atmosphere and engaging gameplay!”
- “A chic atmosphere and musical accompaniment, immersion on 10 out of 10.”
- “Very atmospheric and relaxing game.”
stability
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and unresponsive controls, which hinder gameplay and enjoyment. Players report problems such as disappearing items, lack of enemy sounds, and unreliable save systems, leading to frustrating experiences. Overall, many recommend waiting for updates before purchasing due to these persistent issues.
- “The game is buggy and you can easily end up in a situation from which you cannot continue, be it losing an item outside of the house or being locked in another time.”
- “The controls are buggy and don't mimic the controller you are using; only the Oculus works, and the enemies are just badly coded sprites.”
- “The game is pretty buggy too: I had to restart after I couldn't get my bow out anymore, and it actually restarted from the beginning, so I don't think it saves progress at all.”
optimization
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The reviews on optimization are mixed; while some users praise the game for its smooth performance and excellent VR optimization, others note significant lag issues that detract from the experience. Overall, there are mentions of both high-level optimization and areas needing improvement.
- “This game has very pleasing graphics and good VR optimization, along with very good logic puzzles.”
- “Optimization at the highest level.”
- “Everything runs smoothly, and most importantly, it works for Windows Mixed Reality!”
- “Also, it's a huge minus for optimization; in most moments, the game does not lag, but it feels like it lags.”
- “There may be more optimization needed, but it can be mentioned as a con.”
- “Optimization is at the highest level.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable. Many highlight the cleverness of the quests and the amusing elements, while some even find the pricing of the bundle to be humorously unexpected. Overall, the game successfully incorporates humor that resonates with its audience.
- “It's very funny, and I'm seeing this for the first time. I liked it.”
- “This is a funny game! ^_^”
- “There is good humor and quests.”
grinding
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be uninteresting, janky, and tedious, often requiring excessive time investment that can feel like a chore.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
- “The grind is real, but every bit of effort feels worthwhile when you see your character grow stronger.”
- “I love how grinding not only improves my skills but also deepens my connection to the game's world.”
- “Uninteresting, janky, and tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a lazy and half-hearted cash grab, detracting from the overall experience of the time manipulation mechanics.
- “Lazy, half-hearted cash grab on a time manipulation game.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”