Virtual-O

About Virtual-O

Virtual-O is a single player sport game. It was developed by Contours and was released on December 7, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Virtual-O is a new game that brings you the adventures of Orienteering without the need of going to faraway places. Nature will be your only enemy as you will try to navigate the Unknown using map and compass.

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Single-Player

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90%Audience ScoreBased on 98 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

The game offers stunning graphics and a realistic simulation of orienteering, making it a great training tool for both beginners and experienced orienteers.
Players appreciate the immersive experience of navigating through various terrains, which effectively captures the essence of real-life orienteering.
The course builder feature allows for creative setup of controls and the ability to try courses created by other players enhances replayability.

The game has a limited number of maps available, which has led to concerns about its long-term viability and player engagement.
There have been reports of the developer's lack of communication and updates, leading some players to feel the game may be abandoned.
The current price point is considered high by many, especially given the limited content and features available in the early access version.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning realism and attention to detail, effectively representing the sport across a diverse range of maps. Players appreciate the impressive visual effects, particularly in varying conditions like night and fog, although some find the gameplay challenging due to navigation difficulties. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, even for a niche title, with smooth performance on various hardware setups.
- “Stunning graphics, great range of maps, represents the sport very well.”
- “I have not seen anything else that comes close to the simulation realism and great graphics.”
- “The graphics effects are awesome, especially when also turning on night/fog etc. It is possible to set your own courses on the existing maps as well as playing somebody else's course.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted as enjoyable and engaging, particularly in fostering discussions about technique among players. Additionally, the inclusion of an OCAD converter for map creation suggests a focus on enhancing gameplay through user-generated content.
- “Gameplay: great fun to discuss technique with the kids.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Users express a desire for an enhanced story experience, suggesting the addition of features like city sprints, denser forests, and a narrative mode that follows a progression from open groups to elite status. They believe these elements could enrich the overall storytelling and gameplay experience.