Viveport Video
- March 20, 2017
- Viveport
- 30h median play time
Viveport Video is your portal into a newer, more immersive way to watch videos. Watch your own favorites, or explore an enormous variety of material from our media partners. Envelop yourself in everything from traditionally-shot short films to sweeping epics designed for total 360˚ views. And if you are a Viveport INFINITY member, you already have exclusive access to even more video content. …
Reviews
- The app is free to install and works well for local video playback, supporting various formats including 2D, 3D, 180, and 360 degrees.
- The user interface is simple and intuitive, allowing for easy navigation and control of video playback.
- The new 6DOF mode enhances immersion by allowing head and body movement within the video environment.
- The app requires an account for access, and the free trial is limited to just 14 days, leading to frustration among users.
- Recent updates have introduced a clunky user interface and removed essential playback controls, making the app less user-friendly.
- The app lacks support for popular streaming services like YouTube and has issues with video format compatibility, limiting its usability.
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their great visuals, with effective options that enhance the viewing experience. A notable feature is the "lights off" button, which allows users to eliminate surrounding graphics for a more focused display, accommodating both flat and curved viewing preferences.
“Great visuals - not too many options, but all seem to work.”
“There is a lights-off button that turns off all of the graphics around the display, so you just see that. For flat or curved viewing, the display can be resized.”
“The graphics are underwhelming and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
“The character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive atmosphere.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as ambient and unobtrusive, with the option to toggle it off for a more minimalist experience.
“The ambient music creates a soothing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the music can be toggled off, allowing for a more immersive gameplay experience.”
“The unobtrusive environment and ambient music blend perfectly, making it easy to focus on the game.”
“The ambient music is quite forgettable and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out.”
“There's an option to turn off the background music, which I found necessary because it was quite annoying.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect has received negative feedback, with users criticizing it for being cluttered with excessive Vimeo ads and lacking user-friendliness.
“The monetization model is frustrating, with constant ads interrupting gameplay.”
“It's disappointing to see so many paywalls that hinder the overall experience.”
“The in-game purchases feel exploitative and take away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant optimization issues, with high CPU usage at 90% and low GPU usage at 30%, leading to stuttering and missed frames during gameplay.
“90% CPU usage, 30% GPU usage, and I get stuttering and missed frames!”
“The game is poorly optimized; I experience constant lag even on high-end hardware.”
“Despite having a powerful setup, the optimization issues lead to frequent crashes and performance drops.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a cozy and inviting ambiance, enhanced by beautiful textures and calming ambient sounds that contribute to an overall serene experience.
“Great cozy atmosphere, beautiful textures, and calm ambient sounds.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're part of the world.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and soothing audio creates a truly enchanting atmosphere.”