Velocity Vector

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Velocity Vector is a single player racing game. It was developed by Alpha Lyrae and was released on March 11, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

Velocity Vector grants you a chance to challange your VR gaming skills in a form of a fast paced action/platformer/racing game. This game is about drifting and avoiding obstacles on high velocities. Try not to land youself on a spiky wall while sliding through the level.Features FUN AND ADDICTIVE GAMEPLAY - you jump on platforms, fly through tunnels, ride on track. CHALLENGE YOURSELF - vehicles h…

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The core gameplay is fun and offers a unique combination of racing and platforming elements.
The game features original VR mechanics that provide a fresh experience, reminiscent of a slower, more technical racing game.
Once players acclimate to the controls, the challenge of mastering the courses can be rewarding and engaging.

The controls are unintuitive and can lead to frustrating gameplay, with accidental actions causing setbacks.
The game suffers from performance issues, including long loading times and sporadic frame rate drops.
Many players experience extreme nausea and find the sound design lacking, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is generally praised for being fun and original, particularly with its unique VR mechanics, though some players find the punishing nature of collisions frustrating as they reset progress. Despite its short length, the core gameplay experience is enjoyable and recommended for those interested. Overall, while not flawless, the gameplay is a standout feature of the game.
- “It's good, the core gameplay is a ton of fun.”
- “Very original, never seen before VR mechanics.”
- “I am definitely not a fan of this punishing gameplay where any collision sends you back to the start of the level.”
- “While this game isn't perfect, the gameplay makes up for any deficiencies.”
- “The game isn't super long, but the gameplay that's there is fun and I definitely recommend it if it looks interesting to you.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game has been widely criticized for its low-quality production, with comparisons to cheap SNES tunes and cheesy 90s dance tracks that fail to evoke nostalgia. Many players found the soundtrack unenjoyable and distracting, contributing to an overall negative experience.
- “All you hear is this awful music, sometimes low-budget SNES-like, sometimes cheesy 90's dance. I don't know if it's supposed to feel nostalgic or what, but it clearly doesn't do the job.”
- “Then there is the extreme nausea which will make even the hardest of VR legs crumble, as well as the truly terrible in-game music.”
- “I also wasn't a big fan of the sounds or the music soundtrack.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story in the game is engaging and immersive, effectively utilizing the Oculus Quest 2's capabilities to enhance the narrative experience. Players appreciate the depth of the plot and character development, which contribute to a compelling overall experience.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics have received criticism, with users generally describing them as subpar and not meeting expectations.