VR games don't really get enough reviews to warrant a separate thread.
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Moss |OT| The Quill-essential PS VR game
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I watched or more accurately due to not wanting to see any spoilers, I listened to a guy playing last night and he had great things to say about it. He was especially impressed by how good it looked and overall impressions were very positive. He did end up rage quitting at a point where a number of bugs attack at the same time along with some kind of projectiles being fired at you. I'm not sure if there's a game mechanic he was missing or if was really that hard so it will be interesting to hear from others as they play through.
I hope they're already working on book two.
I hope they're already working on book two.
I see. This one is kind of a high profile VR game tho, right? I think there will be quite some reviews.
I don't really know. It felt somewhat flat and maybe too "dark"... Plus the "puzzles" didn't feel too engaging.
Ah man, right when I get my PSVR the big hit is a game where you play as a rodent?
Not sure if I want because I tend to hate Animal characters (Spyro, Crash, et al.) ... but maybe some impressions will turn me around.
Not sure if I want because I tend to hate Animal characters (Spyro, Crash, et al.) ... but maybe some impressions will turn me around.
I've played 1-2 hours of the game and really like it so far. The platforming, puzzle solving, exploration and fighting make it a really engaging VR experience.
Some of the fights were more challenging then I expected, they start off very easy with one attack button and the ability to dodge, but with multiple enemies on screen that all rush towards you and additional enemies firing at you from the distance, fighting quickly becomes more tactical than I thought it would be. I've found if easier to play standing up because it makes it easier to use the motion controls to stun/posses enemies and heal Quill.
Quill herself is a great new character, she has lovely animations and the interplay between her and you, the reader, is my highlight so far. Can't wait to play more in the coming days.
Some of the fights were more challenging then I expected, they start off very easy with one attack button and the ability to dodge, but with multiple enemies on screen that all rush towards you and additional enemies firing at you from the distance, fighting quickly becomes more tactical than I thought it would be. I've found if easier to play standing up because it makes it easier to use the motion controls to stun/posses enemies and heal Quill.
Quill herself is a great new character, she has lovely animations and the interplay between her and you, the reader, is my highlight so far. Can't wait to play more in the coming days.
Image quality on Pro is great, really sharp. Never played the demo on a Pro so I can't compare.
While I could have played some more I decided to take a break for today as I don't want it to end so soon. This really feels very polished.
I can see how some might find it too expensive but I'm fine with supporting such a high quality VR title on day one with the full price.
While I could have played some more I decided to take a break for today as I don't want it to end so soon. This really feels very polished.
I can see how some might find it too expensive but I'm fine with supporting such a high quality VR title on day one with the full price.
Bravo to Polyarc on this, really hope they get some good uptake on this.
https://www.resetera.com/threads/moss-review-thread-psvr-spoiler-its-great.26136/
What about this really well done one? :b
Just saw this - that is fucking wonderful, man.
https://www.resetera.com/threads/moss-review-thread-psvr-spoiler-its-great.26136/
What about this really well done one? :b
Also something worth of note: Quill communicates with the player in sign language! :)
Just saw this - that is fucking wonderful, man.
It really bothers me how lots of gaming sites have completely ignored VR so far.
:-p
Maybe if the coverage got more traffic/visibility it'd get more coverage, so I think it's good we get a review thread.
Particularly for a very well reviewed game, that avoids the issues around motion sickness.
About halfway thru I would think and the game is so good. Looks so good on the Pro as well and this might end up overtaking Resident Evil 7 as my favorite VR game. Going to dive in after dinner and hopefully finish it tonight.
About 2/3 done according to a Let's Play. The combat is pretty tedious but I do appreciate how generous the checkpointing is. It's so cute high-fiving Moss and watching her give you clues if you can't figure out a puzzle in a few minutes.
This is the first VR game I've purchased since Batman more than a year ago. I only got to play it for about 20 minutes before my golden retriever parked herself in my lap and demanded I pay attention to her instead, but I really liked that 20 minutes. This and that Play Room platformer are what I want out of current VR technology; immersive, easy to play, and doesn't make me nauseated. And it's really pretty too.
This looks neat, but as someone who will never invest in PSVR I need to ask:
I've watched some footage and this seems almost like Lucky's Tale VR? As in, a game that while a VR game, could comfortably be a traditional controller game.
So, is this a game like Dance Central where it can ONLY work with Kinect? Or is this more like Disney Rush where it could just as easily be re-released/patched to work with a controller?
I've watched some footage and this seems almost like Lucky's Tale VR? As in, a game that while a VR game, could comfortably be a traditional controller game.
So, is this a game like Dance Central where it can ONLY work with Kinect? Or is this more like Disney Rush where it could just as easily be re-released/patched to work with a controller?
Just finished the game and it's a must buy for any PSVR owner. Such a beautiful game and I can't wait for the (hopefully) next game.
Edit: That ending credit song by Malukah is a sooooo good. It's the same song from the launch trailer.
Edit: That ending credit song by Malukah is a sooooo good. It's the same song from the launch trailer.
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I've only played the demo so far, but you're not just playing with standard gamepad controls.
You move Quill with the sticks, but you interact directly with the world via the positionally tracked controller, like playing with a diarama.
I expect, it could be altered to a 2D only game.
But how would you want that to work?
Like PS3 Move games of old? Where you move the controller, and the movements are translated into the 3D virtual world, which is being rendered onto a 2D surface?
Or forego motion controls, have a virtual cursor that you move across the screen to select what to interact with, and maybe use a stick to interact with said object?
The thing is though you need to use VR to peer behind obstacles, like what foolishoptimist said it's like playing with a living diorama.
There are loads of reviews I dont know what that guy is even on about.
Gonna jump back in this afternoon to finish it off and get my review done. Kinda sad it's gonna be over after like another hour of play.
What I'm on about is that most VR games don't get reviewed by mainstream reviewers. Most sites have admitted that vr traffic is so low that they had to ignore it.
Obviously Moss is a different case.
Hopefully this is a sign of things to come.
Yea, there's a lot of reviews, mainstream reviews too, not sure what that guy is smoking.
jk kyolux
I'm guessing I'm at the mid-point of the game. Wonderfully polished so far.
The music cues are excellent with a Quill-theme but I also enjoy when it's only ambient sounds like slight wind or water drops when dungeon crawling.
I really enjoyed Chronos & Lucky's Tale on the Oculus Rift but Moss takes it to the next level with you yourself fully interacting with the environment alongside the mouse. Quill is also animated really well which helps sell her presence.
The music cues are excellent with a Quill-theme but I also enjoy when it's only ambient sounds like slight wind or water drops when dungeon crawling.
I really enjoyed Chronos & Lucky's Tale on the Oculus Rift but Moss takes it to the next level with you yourself fully interacting with the environment alongside the mouse. Quill is also animated really well which helps sell her presence.
I didn't have time to start playing yesterday, but just tried it for the first time. Since the game is short I decided to split it up to several shorter sessions, so I forced myself to stop after about an hour.
This is just wonderful, isn't it? It's like being inside a beautiful storybook environent. Lush nature and tiny murky ruins. Quill is the most adorable protagonist ever, the animation is fantastic and so full of life and character, she almost feels like a real being running around in these amazing dioramas.
I get why a lot of people who haven't played third person games in vr don't understand the point of it, but it makes sense when you try it. It wouldn't have the same immersion if it was an ordinary game.
There are actually no camera movements in this game, or at least not as far as I've played. You won't get sick from this, promise!
This is just wonderful, isn't it? It's like being inside a beautiful storybook environent. Lush nature and tiny murky ruins. Quill is the most adorable protagonist ever, the animation is fantastic and so full of life and character, she almost feels like a real being running around in these amazing dioramas.
I get why a lot of people who haven't played third person games in vr don't understand the point of it, but it makes sense when you try it. It wouldn't have the same immersion if it was an ordinary game.
There are actually no camera movements in this game, or at least not as far as I've played. You won't get sick from this, promise!
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Right at the end now, trying to drag out the experience a bit tbh. About 2.5 hours played and it looks like I'll be done in about 15-20 minutes.
Finished it. Was a wonderful little fairy tale. It had a lot of soul and even a heart-string moment near the end. It's very pick up and play.
Basically the perfect intro game to Virtual Reality. I hope they bundle it beyond the launch period.
Criticism regarding lack of content is on point. Though it wouldn't help to drag out the experience with the current variety of enemies & mechanics. It ends when it needs to with what's on hand.
Also evade should have had its own dedicated button i.e. circle.
They have a very polished formula that they have landed elegantly. Now they should focus on making their next chapter more grand.
If you have a PSVR then this is warmly recommended. If you are a new PSVR owner then I suggest to start out with this game but pick up a content rich title in addition (i.e. Resident Evil 7).
Basically the perfect intro game to Virtual Reality. I hope they bundle it beyond the launch period.
Criticism regarding lack of content is on point. Though it wouldn't help to drag out the experience with the current variety of enemies & mechanics. It ends when it needs to with what's on hand.
Also evade should have had its own dedicated button i.e. circle.
They have a very polished formula that they have landed elegantly. Now they should focus on making their next chapter more grand.
If you have a PSVR then this is warmly recommended. If you are a new PSVR owner then I suggest to start out with this game but pick up a content rich title in addition (i.e. Resident Evil 7).
I liked that they reserved your own mirror image for only a couple of moments in the game. It was surprisingly touching when Quill prayed for courage & your help later and you see yourself in the cave water.
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Just finished it. Gonna get to my review shortly. Basic rundown though:
Pros:
+ Great use of VR, sense of presence in this world
+ Cute protagonist
+ Great music
+ Good balance of difficulty, will make it popular with families, VERY generous checkpointing
Cons:
- Short playtime for the price
- Some tedious fighting
I'll give it a 7.5/10 I think. One of the better PSVR games recently after the year got off to a pretty poor start with The Inpatient.
Pros:
+ Great use of VR, sense of presence in this world
+ Cute protagonist
+ Great music
+ Good balance of difficulty, will make it popular with families, VERY generous checkpointing
Cons:
- Short playtime for the price
- Some tedious fighting
I'll give it a 7.5/10 I think. One of the better PSVR games recently after the year got off to a pretty poor start with The Inpatient.
The game has actually racked up a decent amount of reviews for a VR title.
29 Critic reviews so far on Metacritic with an 84 average: http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-4/moss
29 Critic reviews so far on Metacritic with an 84 average: http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-4/moss