Vintage VR

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Vintage VR is a single player action game. It was developed by Dunderware and was released on May 2, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

Vintage VR offers a unique journey into the 19th century through over 700 carefully selected stereoscopic images, allowing players to experience early 3D visuals as Victorian-era viewers did. Set in a detailed Victorian-style room, users can explore historic scenes like pyramids, WWI battlefields, and wildlife hunts. This immersive experience revives the charm of primitive stereoscopes using modern VR technology.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

music7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Vintage VR offers a unique and immersive experience, allowing players to view over 700 historical stereoscopic images in a beautifully designed Victorian-era environment.
The pixel art and sound design effectively capture the nostalgic essence of the 80s and 90s, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
The intuitive controls and interactive elements make it accessible for both VR veterans and newcomers, providing a fun way to explore history.

Many users feel that Vintage VR lacks meaningful gameplay, as it primarily consists of viewing images without any interactive game loops or objectives.
Some players have reported issues with eye strain and discomfort due to the stereoscopic images, making prolonged viewing challenging.
The absence of a sorting or indexing system for the large collection of images can lead to frustration, as users must manually navigate through all 776 pictures.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its excellent use of period-specific tracks that enhance the overall atmosphere and historical context. Players appreciate the inclusion of old-time music and ambient sounds, such as a crackling fire, which contribute to the immersive experience. However, some users suggest that additional music options could further enrich the ambiance.
- “It's also neat that they include some music that plays in the background, which is from the same time period.”
- “The crackling fire and optional music on the gramophone are nice touches that add to the atmosphere.”
- “Excellent use of period music and overall great showcase of history.”
- “Its 776 pictures as old-time music plays; there's no gameplay.”
- “Maybe add some music from the time period to enhance the ambiance?”
- “If you could add some ambiance to it, maybe have a soft volume level of old-time music playing on the record player instead of just static.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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The story aspect is centered around the poignant realization of encountering deceased individuals, each with their own unique narratives that have ended. Players appreciate the emotional depth conveyed through visual storytelling, highlighting the significance of the faces and their untold histories. Overall, the experience offers a reflective glimpse into the lives that once were.
- “Seeing all of these people, getting a glimpse of their story, and realizing that every single person in there that you can see, is dead.”
- “Each and every single one of those faces you see, has their own story, and that story has long passed.”
- “It's worth a quick look and some of the pictures really tell a story.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay aspect has been criticized for lacking meaningful interactions and gameplay loops, with users expressing that it does not provide a traditional gaming experience. In contrast, some users simply describe it as "just gameplay," suggesting a minimalistic approach.
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users suggest that the graphics could benefit from better categorization, such as by geographical or thematic elements, to enhance the overall visual experience.
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, lacking the vibrancy that could enhance gameplay.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect due to the overwhelming number of images (776) and the lack of a bookmarking or indexing system, making it tedious to resume progress. Additionally, some users feel that a second life is necessary to effectively manage the grinding experience.
- “My only complaint is that there's 776 of these images and there's no way to quickly jump between pictures or resume where you left off. An index system to bookmark pictures, pick up where you left off, or jump to a specific picture would've been nice; otherwise, you either have to do all 776 images in one sitting, remember what number you left off, and tediously flip through until you get to that picture, or just don't see all of them.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users praise the app for its remarkable ability to create a captivating and immersive atmosphere, despite its simplicity.
- “A simple app that is incredibly atmospheric.”