- May 11, 2020
- Matt Newell
Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand
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Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Matt Newell and was released on May 11, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.
"Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand" is a short exploration and photography experience set in a densely forested valley on New Zealand's South Island. Utilize the game's camera to interact with the environment and uncover hidden areas and features. The game boasts an immersive curated soundtrack and was created with a focus on realism and smooth performance.
- The game features beautiful and calming scenery, providing a relaxing experience for players.
- The photography mechanics are well-implemented, allowing players to take realistic photos with various camera settings.
- The game has potential for future improvements, and many players appreciate the developer's dedication to creating immersive nature simulations.
- The VR experience is disappointing compared to the promotional materials, with graphics that appear pixelated and blurry.
- The game is very short, with limited areas to explore and a lack of interactive elements, making it feel more like a demo than a full game.
- There are issues with ambient sounds and environmental immersion, as players often encounter silence or repetitive music, detracting from the overall experience.
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beauty and immersive qualities, enhanced by volumetric lighting and detailed foliage. However, some players find the atmospheric haze and blurriness distracting, likening it to a film over the lens. Suggestions for improvement include incorporating natural sounds to further enrich the experience.
“It's a beautiful game with an absolutely beautiful atmosphere.”
“It has the perfect atmosphere.”
“Volumetric lights and god rays boost the overall atmosphere.”
“I think some native NZ birdsong would fit really well to tie the atmosphere together.”
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Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand is a casual simulation game.
Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand is available on PC and Windows.
Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand was released on May 11, 2020.
Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand was developed by Matt Newell.
Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its gameplay.
Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand is a single player game.
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