Vinyl Reality - DJ in VR | Game Brain

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"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.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 120 reviews

music11 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

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 learn the basics of DJing, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced DJs looking to practice without the need for physical equipment.

The app lacks support for certain audio formats, such as m4a, which limits the music library options for some users.
There are issues with the headphone cueing system, which can lead to latency problems that affect mixing accuracy.
The initial environments are limited, and users have expressed a desire for more customization options and additional features like effects and a sync button.

music
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
77%
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The music aspect of the game is highly praised for its engaging and immersive experience, allowing users to interact with their music collections in a fun, virtual vinyl format. While it may not be suitable for professional use, it offers a great platform for casual mixing and learning, with intuitive controls and a seamless integration of personal music libraries. Users appreciate the nostalgic feel of DJing with virtual turntables, although some have noted minor 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 music selection record case is frustrating; it is nearly impossible to select the correct record as it scrolls back to the center after moving it up or down, making it difficult to stay on the selection you made.”
- “The music in the headphones is slightly out of sync with the speaker output, which makes it challenging for one-ear mixing, and I really hope this gets fixed.”
- “I only wish it had Spotify integration, and the music library box is a bit cumbersome to use.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning clarity and attention to detail, creating a visually satisfying experience that enhances gameplay. Users appreciate the realistic representation of DJ equipment and environments, noting the smooth performance and excellent optimization. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the immersive 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.”
- “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!”
- “Currently, there are three environments, of which I've mainly used the live-stream oriented one, because the visuals are very neat.”
- “As somebody who has owned Technics 1200s for 25 years, I was a bit skeptical that this would feel like a real DJ experience. While it's not completely there (no one's fault, just where we're at in 2020 for technology), it's an incredibly ambitious simulation that reproduces a surprising amount of detail and accuracy.”
- “Graphics are pretty, but 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!”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game is highly praised for its excellent optimization, featuring smooth gameplay, precise controls, and impressive graphics. Users report minimal bugs and consistently high framerates, contributing to an overall great 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!”
- “Excellent optimization with good graphics and physics.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and smooth controls, enhanced by visually appealing graphics and effective visual feedback from the record grooves. Players report a high level of precision in manipulating controls, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience that allows for impressive performances.
- “The mechanics are very solid, and the visual feedback from the grooves on the records is very helpful, adding a layer of depth.”
- “The graphics are pretty, the gameplay is very smooth, and I felt I had precise control over the knobs. Overall, it's a great experience that can produce amazing performances with the right talent!”
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a satisfying experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its authenticity and the creator's evident passion and talent, resulting in a wholesome experience that resonates deeply with players.
- “This is the real deal, a wholesome project by a real person who is clearly very talented and passionate about their work.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with the music selection feature, which often resets to the center after attempting to scroll, making it difficult to select the desired record. This raises concerns about potential design flaws or bugs, particularly with 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.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to progress. Stability is a major issue that needs to be addressed.”
- “I experienced constant lag and freezing during gameplay, which completely ruins the immersion and enjoyment.”