Welcome to Light Fields

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Welcome to Light Fields is a single player action game. It was developed by Google and was released on March 14, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Welcome to Light Fields offers an immersive VR experience featuring real-world reflections, depth, and translucence. Explore detailed navigable stills of iconic locations like the Gamble House, Mosaic Tile House, and the Space Shuttle Discovery. This showcase highlights cutting-edge technology enabling lifelike virtual environments.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 214 reviews

optimization2 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Incredible visual quality that immerses players in stunning, lifelike environments, making it feel like you're truly there.
A unique and relaxing VR experience that showcases innovative light field technology, providing a glimpse into the future of virtual reality.
Easy to access and perfect for introducing friends to VR, with a short guided tour that highlights the potential of this technology.

Limited content with only a few scenes available, leaving players wanting more exploration and interaction.
Not a traditional game; lacks meaningful gameplay loops and interactivity, which may disappoint those looking for a gaming experience.
Technical issues such as crashes and performance problems on lower-end systems can hinder the experience.

graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The graphics in this VR experience are widely praised for their stunning realism and detail, often described as the best on Steam and a benchmark for future visuals. Users express excitement about the potential of photorealistic graphics in gaming and film, highlighting the impressive optimization that allows even less powerful PCs to run them effectively. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant leap forward, setting high expectations for the future of gaming graphics.
- “This demo is a taste of the future we're all dreaming of: a proper (though understandably very small) room-scale tracking virtual space with photorealistic graphics.”
- “Imagine this on some future high-resolution headset; graphics could not get technically any better (it's already real-life quality!).”
- “Never would have thought that 5 years down the drain this would still be the king of visuals.”
- “Imagine this on some future high-res headset; graphics could not get technically any better (it's already real-life quality!).”
- “I wish my computer could run it better, but the fact that my PC managed these kinds of graphics at all shows that it is really well optimized.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The gameplay aspect has been criticized for lacking meaningful interactions and gameplay loops, with users expressing that it does not provide a traditional gaming experience. Overall, the consensus is that the software fails to deliver engaging gameplay.
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The optimization of the game is mixed; while some users report it is well-optimized for its graphics and runs smoothly without performance issues, others criticize it for being poorly optimized due to limited exploration options. Overall, experiences vary significantly among players.
- “I wish my computer could run it better, but the fact that my PC managed these kinds of graphics at all shows that it is really well optimized.”
- “I didn't have any performance issues; it just worked.”
- “Poorly optimized for a gimmick that doesn't let you explore very much.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is noted for its impressive presentation, even on modest hardware like the Quest 2, suggesting that the narrative is engaging and visually captivating. However, the lack of detailed commentary indicates that the story may not be the primary focus for all players.
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect is criticized as being overly focused on promoting Google's technology, resembling more of an advertisement than a balanced gaming experience.
- “This is basically an advertisement for some technology Google is developing.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money at every turn, which ruins the enjoyment of the game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the emotional impact of the game is profound, with experiences that evoke strong feelings, such as tears and overwhelming nostalgia, particularly during immersive moments that resonate deeply with personal memories.
- “The gamble house made me cry.”
- “It felt so much like being on the space shuttle; it overwhelmed me and I welled up.”

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Welcome to Light Fields is a action game.

Welcome to Light Fields is available on PC and Windows.

Welcome to Light Fields was released on March 14, 2018.

Welcome to Light Fields was developed by Google.

Welcome to Light Fields has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its optimization but disliked it for its graphics.

Welcome to Light Fields is a single player game.

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