Tribe XR | DJ Academy | Game Brain — video game discovery

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"Tribe XR | DJ Academy" is a virtual reality game that teaches players how to DJ using official Pioneer DJ equipment. The game offers a 7-day free trial subscription, which includes access to live workshops, game mode tutorials, and the ability to mix and stream music to Twitch. After the trial, players can continue to use a limited version of the game for free or subscribe for full access. The game requires Windows 10 or 11 to run.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 281 reviews

music8 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

TribeXR offers an immersive and realistic DJing experience, allowing users to practice on high-end equipment without the cost of physical gear.
The game features a supportive community and active developers who provide frequent updates, workshops, and assistance, enhancing the learning experience.
It serves as an excellent entry point for beginners to learn DJing, with intuitive controls and helpful tutorials that make it easy to get started.

The recent shift to a subscription model has locked much of the content behind a paywall, disappointing many users who previously enjoyed the game for a one-time purchase.
The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and bugs that hinder the overall experience, making it frustrating for some players.
Some users find the controls imprecise compared to real-life equipment, which can make mixing and beat matching challenging, especially for those with prior DJ experience.

music
121 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
90%
3%
The music aspect of the game has received positive feedback for its immersive DJ simulation experience, allowing users to mix their own tracks and learn DJ fundamentals effectively. While the game supports various music formats and offers integration with streaming services like Beatport, some users have noted limitations such as the lack of FLAC support and occasional technical issues with song playback. Overall, it is highly recommended for both aspiring DJs and music enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills in a virtual environment.
- “Honestly amazing.. I've never before mixed music but always been interested!”
- “If you want to learn how to DJ or are already a DJ or are a musician in general, you will love this.”
- “Genuinely some of the best fun I have had while genuinely learning how to mix songs that I love and play fantasy in my head!”
- “Seems like a fun thing to play around with, but for people who have their music stored mostly in FLAC, be aware the game does not support FLAC at this time, so that is why I have to refund at this time.”
- “My only complaints are that some of my songs crackle and skip when imported into my library, and that the controls are sometimes a little harder to work than in real life, but I guess those are the limitations of VR as a platform.”
- “Importing my Rekordbox collection was okay, but the fact I could not just go to a folder other than my music folder to load in tracks was kind of annoying for me.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with some users noting a lack of quality that resembles lower-end VR experiences, particularly on the Oculus Quest. While there are unique character representations and visually appealing elements like vinyl boxes, many players feel that the overall aesthetic suffers from a sense of sameness and low resolution. Despite these criticisms, the core functionality of the game remains strong.
- “I saw unique character representation graphics for DJs, along with a box of vinyls that depict proper graphics on the decks for track selection.”
- “We even hooked up Resolume, a visuals software used on the biggest stages in the world, and had one of our mates perform visuals for us.”
- “The app does have the feeling of the encroaching music industry sameness in the avatars, microtransactions, aesthetics, etc., but the core game works really well, and I can't complain about that.”
- “Functionality is pretty good but visually it looks like Oculus Quest took a dump on the graphics.”
- “I just can't get past the low quality graphics.”
- “A little stutter graphic in glasses, but not the music.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game lacks a traditional narrative structure, as there is no campaign or missions, focusing instead on providing an immersive DJing experience. Users appreciate the ability to create their own mixes, but express disappointment that the experience feels limited in terms of storytelling. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging for aspiring DJs, it does not offer a story-driven experience.
- “Just note, there is no campaign, no missions, nothing like that.”
- “It's a shame because I am truly loving the experience of creating my own mixes with all my favorite DnB tracks instead of trawling through DnBshare, but standard and bass transitions can't be where my story ends.”
- “Just note, there is no campaign, no missions, nothing like that.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
73%
The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users noting its nearly flawless performance and effectiveness as a learning and practice tool for DJs. The performance mode is particularly highlighted as an ultimate resource for both aspiring and experienced DJs, enhancing live performance experiences.
- “This game is nearly flawless performance-wise.”
- “Genuinely been thinking about this since I got it and it would be the ultimate learning tool for performance for bedroom DJs like myself!”
- “Tribe is also a great live performance tool.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The monetization aspect of the app has drawn criticism for its reliance on microtransactions and a sense of uniformity reminiscent of the music industry, which detracts from the overall experience. While the core gameplay is solid, some users feel that the value for money is lacking, especially given the misleading marketing that suggests it serves as a learning tool.
- “The app does have the feeling of the encroaching music industry sameness in the avatars, microtransactions, aesthetics, etc.”
- “I would definitely recommend this if I was able to get more than 10 hours out of it for the asking price.”
- “A lot of the advertisement on the Steam page doesn't accurately represent it as a learning tool because it really isn't.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits some stability issues, including minor freezes and occasional crashes, but generally functions as intended despite being described as buggy and not very intuitive.
- “I have had minor hiccups where the game freezes for 1 second, and I have only had 2 crashes.”
- “Buggy, not very intuitive, but it does what it says on the tin.”