Trials on Tatooine

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Trials on Tatooine is a single player action adventure game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by ILMxLAB and was released on July 18, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Commence your Jedi training in this Star Wars virtual reality demo experience. Repair the Millennium Falcon, defend it from attack by Imperial Stormtroopers, and wield a lightsaber.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The lightsaber mechanics are fun and immersive, providing a great sense of realism when blocking energy bolts.
It's a solid demonstration of what VR can achieve, especially for Star Wars fans, with exciting moments like the Millennium Falcon landing.
The experience, although short, is enjoyable and leaves players eager for more content in the future.

The demo is very short, lasting only about 5-10 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
There is minimal world interaction, and some gameplay elements feel underdeveloped, such as the 'press the buttons to fix the ship' mechanic.
The room-scale requirement is larger than necessary, which can be inconvenient for players with limited space.

gameplay
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Players express disappointment with the gameplay duration, noting that it is significantly shorter than the credits, with only about one minute of actual gameplay compared to five minutes of story content. Many feel that the game could have benefited from additional gameplay to justify its price.
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes throughout the experience.”
- “I love how the gameplay mechanics are intuitive and easy to pick up, yet offer depth for advanced players.”
- “The variety in gameplay keeps each session fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”
- “And the final insult to injury: credits last longer than gameplay.”
- “It's seriously maybe 1 minute of gameplay and about 5 minutes of story.”
- “They could have even charged a couple of pounds/dollars/euros with a bit more gameplay.”
story
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback; while some players are excited about the potential for more missions and gameplay, others feel that the storyline is underdeveloped, with minimal gameplay time compared to the lengthy loading periods.
- “It's seriously maybe 1 minute of gameplay and about 5 minutes of story.”
- “It's taking a long time to load the storyline.”
graphics
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The graphics are generally well-received, with users noting that they are impressive for a free game, especially considering the engaging lightsaber gameplay.
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the vibrant world to life in a way that truly immerses you in the experience.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is remarkable, making every environment feel unique and engaging.”
- “The visuals are breathtaking, with beautifully rendered landscapes and character designs that enhance the overall gameplay.”