Vinyl Reality - DJ in VR
- November 16, 2022
- EntroPi Games
Get on Steam"Vinyl Reality - DJ in VR" is a simulation game that lets you experience DJing in a virtual setting. Developed by professional DJs, the game features two turntables based on the SL-1200 series, a fully-featured 2-channel DJ mixer, and a unique virtual headphones system. You can load and play your own tracks, adjust pitch, use EQ and filters, and perform in front of virtual crowds. Customizable environments, avatars, and visuals enhance the personalized experience. Record your mixes or stream video of your performances with adjustable camera angles.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Vinyl Reality offers an incredibly realistic simulation of DJing with vinyl, capturing the tactile feel and mechanics of real turntables and mixers.
- The developer is highly responsive and actively engages with the community, regularly updating the app and addressing user feedback.
- It's a fun and intuitive way to explore DJing, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced DJs, with a seamless integration of personal music libraries.
- There are issues with audio latency, particularly with headphone cueing, which can hinder the mixing experience.
- The music selection interface can be cumbersome, making it difficult to navigate through tracks efficiently.
- Some users have reported a lack of features, such as additional environments and effects, which could enhance the overall experience.
- music124 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is praised for its engaging and fun approach to mixing and DJing, allowing users to experience their music collections in a unique virtual format. While it may not be suitable for professional use, it offers an intuitive interface for both beginners and seasoned DJs, complete with tutorials and features like virtual headphones for effective mixing. Users appreciate the nostalgic feel of using virtual vinyl records, although some have noted issues with the music selection interface and syncing between headphone and speaker outputs.
“Great way to experience your music collection in a fun new way!”
“Makes you listen to music differently, as well as producing it.”
“The decks, knobs, tables, and all feel great to use and bringing in your own music library is good fun.”
“The only issue I'm having (which I know is a user error) is that 90% of my music is showing up red and I can't select them.”
“Not sure if it's a problem with the design or it simply is buggy with the Oculus, but when trying to select music it is near impossible to get the correct record as it scrolls back to center after you move it up or down, so it doesn't stay on the selection you made.”
“The music in headphones is slightly out of sync with the speaker output, so no one ear on/off mixing as another reviewer has said (really hope you fix this somehow?), but overall the feel of mixing on vinyl has been emulated seriously well.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their clarity and beauty, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay. Users appreciate the attention to detail, such as the realistic representation of vinyl and album artwork, which adds to the overall satisfaction. The visuals are described as smooth and well-optimized, contributing to a highly engaging and ambitious simulation of a DJ experience.
“It brings me back right to the heart, man. Very good job; the graphics are amazing, so clean it's beautiful. The sound clarity is just a step above what I've seen from anybody else.”
“Currently, there are three environments, of which I've mainly used the live-stream oriented one, because the visuals are very neat.”
“Currently there are three environments, of which I've mainly used the live-stream oriented one, because the visuals are very neat.”
“Graphics are pretty, gameplay is very smooth, and I felt I had pretty precise control over knobs, etc. Overall, a very great experience and one that can really produce some amazing performances with the right talent!”
“Aside from the aesthetics, there's nothing wrong here; it does everything you'd hope two turntables and a mixer would with perfect interaction.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the software is highly praised, with users noting its intuitive design, smooth gameplay, and high framerate performance. Reviewers report minimal bugs and commend the balance of good graphics and physics, contributing to an overall excellent user experience.
“This is an incredible piece of software, very intuitive and well optimized.”
“Graphics are pretty, gameplay is very smooth and I felt I had pretty precise control over knobs, etc. Overall a very great experience and one that can really produce some amazing performances with the right talent!”
“I've personally never really run into any bugs while playing and everything performs at a high framerate.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and smooth execution, providing precise control over various elements. The visual feedback from the grooves on records enhances the experience, adding depth and contributing to the potential for impressive performances. Overall, players find it to be a highly enjoyable and engaging experience.
“The mechanics are very solid, and the visual feedback you get from the grooves on records is very helpful and adds a layer of depth.”
“The graphics are pretty, the gameplay is very smooth, and I felt I had precise control over the knobs. Overall, a very great experience that can really produce some amazing performances with the right talent!”
“The mechanics are very solid, and the visual feedback you get from the grooves on records is very helpful and adds a layer of depth.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its authenticity and the genuine passion of its creator, which resonates deeply with players. Reviewers appreciate the heartfelt nature of the project, emphasizing its wholesome qualities and the talent behind it.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with the music selection feature, which often scrolls back to the center, making it difficult to select the desired record. This problem raises concerns about either the design or potential bugs related to the Oculus platform.
“Not sure if it's a problem with the design or if it simply is buggy with the Oculus, but when trying to select music, it is nearly impossible to get the correct record as it scrolls back to center after you move it up or down, so it doesn't stay on the selection you made.”
