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XSOverlay

86%Game Brain Score
music, optimization
stability, graphics
86% User Score Based on 1,174 reviews

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XSOverlay is a single-player game currently in development for Windows 10 and 11, with features including full input customization, curved overlays, and user-editable localization. However, it has been reported to be very buggy, with some functionality not yet implemented. The game boasts outstanding music and offers customizable keyboard typing sounds, as well as the ability to save and load layouts for window management.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,174 reviews
music12 positive mentions
stability37 negative mentions
  • XSOverlay provides a clean and intuitive user interface, making it easy to manage multiple windows and applications while in VR.
  • The overlay allows for seamless integration of desktop applications, enabling users to control media, check system performance, and interact with Discord without leaving their VR environment.
  • Frequent updates and active developer support ensure that bugs are addressed promptly, and new features are regularly added, enhancing the overall user experience.
  • Many users report frequent crashes and instability, particularly when trying to manage multiple windows or after recent updates, leading to frustration.
  • Some features, such as window management and input responsiveness, can be inconsistent, causing issues with usability during VR sessions.
  • The overlay may consume significant system resources, impacting performance in VR games, especially on lower-end hardware.
  • music
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music functionality of the application is highly praised for its seamless integration with various media players like Spotify, allowing users to control playback without leaving their VR environment. Many users appreciate the convenience of a wrist overlay that displays currently playing songs and provides easy access to music controls, enhancing the overall VR experience. However, some users report occasional bugs and limitations with certain music sources, but overall, it is considered an essential tool for music management in VR.

    • “I love the ability to play and pause my music at will without needing to get out of the groove of being in the game.”
    • “The wrist overlay is also incredibly convenient when trying to change a song or look at your performance without having to take your headset off.”
    • “You even get a virtual music controller on the back of your hand so you can play/pause and skip tracks in your music playlists if you listen to tunes while you play.”
    • “Anytime whenever I'm listening to music or playing my soundboard, it gets very buggy and is unable to use.”
    • “Product is currently refunded as it just makes me pissed off trying to play music on a browser as I’m not paying for Spotify Premium.”
    • “Basically, this program is only good for the data that shows on the wrist, but if you're hoping to use XSO to check things like Discord, Twitch, or your music player, XSO will break and you will not have a good time.”
  • optimization
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the software is generally well-received, with many users noting minimal performance impact during VR sessions compared to alternatives like OVR Toolkit. However, some users have reported occasional bugs and performance issues, particularly with desktop and window capture, which can lead to stuttering or crashes. Despite these drawbacks, the software is praised for its effective performance monitoring and user-friendly features, making it a solid choice for gamers and content creators.

    • “Xsoverlay's performance optimization ensures a smooth VR experience without significant impact on frame rates, making it an excellent choice for gamers.”
    • “The wrist overlay is super useful and having music control, performance stats for your PC and game, as well as all the other stuff I love to look at as a person who loves statistics and figures is great.”
    • “It's the best with performance; it's incredible with simplicity yet effectiveness. If you need something to help you overlay your desktop or miscellaneous apps in VR, this is the one.”
    • “However, this software also comes with some bugs, like sometimes not being able to launch it, sometimes not being able to move windows, causing crashes with SteamVR, reading performance stats incorrectly, and more.”
    • “Causes stuttering in my games.”
    • “It's not bad software by any means, it's just not optimized enough at the moment (at least for my tastes).”
  • stability
    41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the application is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and bugs that hinder usability. While some find it generally smooth and functional, others describe it as a "buggy mess" that requires extensive troubleshooting. Overall, the recent updates have introduced significant instability, leading to frustration among users who rely on the software for VR experiences.

    • “Runs great on desktop.”
    • “Not buggy.”
    • “10/10, runs great and very smooth.”
    • “Borderline unusable buggy mess.”
    • “This breaks 50% of the time, not worth the hassle and lengthy troubleshooting.”
    • “The app still inexplicably crashes sometimes, or freezes/breaks to the point where I have to restart the application, which obviously means a trip back to my keyboard which tends to defeat the purpose.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the application are generally praised for their clean aesthetics and utility, offering a visually appealing user interface that enhances functionality. However, users have reported significant issues, including bugs with the overlay system, graphical glitches, and problems with readability in certain UI elements, particularly on lower-end PCs. Overall, while the visuals are considered better than built-in alternatives, performance inconsistencies and technical issues detract from the experience.

    • “Much better than the built-in SteamVR or Oculus overlays; the UI is aesthetically pleasing and, more importantly, has great utility.”
    • “The visuals are clean, it's easy to figure out, and lets you control your music (I used Spotify). The keyboard is a full one that feels good to use and even lets you check your system's performance.”
    • “+ nice aesthetics.”
    • “However, I found that there were many bugs with the overlay system itself and couldn't get the menu to show even though I reset the system software and looked up many different solutions like changing out my graphics card (which I did and nothing happened). If I were to buy this again, I would not recommend this.”
    • “The other overlays have had weird quirks with window capture, mouse positions being incorrect, graphical glitches, and just not being able to interact with windows like Discord.”
    • “I have a high-end computer and adjusting graphics settings changed nothing.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews do not provide specific insights into the story aspect of the game, focusing instead on technical compatibility and user experience with the Quest 2 headset. Overall, there is no substantial commentary on the narrative or storytelling elements.

  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay experience is enhanced by extensive customization options, allowing players to tailor settings to their preferences before diving into sessions. The intuitive push/pull mechanic and well-designed UI contribute to smooth and immersive gameplay, with features like window pinning and reassuring mechanical keyboard sound effects improving overall interaction and reducing missed keystrokes.

    • “There are also plenty of customization settings to make it how you want, so I recommend you have a good look through all the settings and make it your own while you learn how to use it all before actually going in for an actual session of gameplay.”
    • “The push/pull mechanic is very intuitive, and I love the amount of work that was put into the UI.”
    • “There are also plenty of customization settings to make it how you want, so I recommend you have a good look through all the settings and make it how you want while you learn how to use it all before actually going in for an actual session of gameplay with it.”
    • “The best part, of course, is being able to pin a window to your play area, a spot in your vision, or the back of your arm, so that it's still visible during gameplay.”
    • “The mechanical keyboard sound effects are reassuring too: I miss far fewer keystrokes, probably due to the haptic and audio feedback.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing music and clever quips, such as the playful reminder about virtual responsibility, which adds a layer of comedic distraction to the experience. Overall, players find the humor to be a delightful and engaging aspect of the game.

    • “Just remember, with great virtual power comes great virtual responsibility – and a ton of hilarious distractions!”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express a mixed emotional response, highlighting that while the game provides a significant distraction from personal pain and offers a sense of pride in achievement, it may not hold lasting appeal, as they are willing to abandon it for something better.

    • “Distracted me from the pain and the struggles, and made me a true VR gamer, which made me feel prouder than if I had beaten Dark Souls with no gear and just my hands.”

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