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CapturedRaptureRGFeb 5 at 8:15 AM
A VR third-person platforming game in which you control Ven the protagonist as if you are a higher power. The game relies on a fixed third person perspective that doesn't pan with the player unless you advance in the level. The camera is rotatable, but it doesn't rotate with the character at a fixed point. You guide Ven through various levels attacking enemies that lack variation. Going from A to B in super long levels isn't enough, as you are also tasked to save all the mini dog things, break all of the boxes along the way and to collect all of the relics, which are essentially little gems scattered around the course and in boxes. Some of them are very well hidden.
I think the game itself shows promise on a genre that isn't typically designed for VR and the third person view is an adequate solution. However, nothing about this game is truly exemplary. The protagonist has voice lines that really only activate when you die and then resurrect. The difficulty of the platforming itself isn't hard at all, with a circle referencing where your character will land and it is extremely easy to accumulate extra lives. The game suddenly spikes in difficulty, not in skill but in sheer diminishing controls.
The truth about this game is that if it were released on PC or Console it would be embarrassing to play. Nothing about the game truly uses VR effectively with the exception of the level select screen, which works well but seems to be composed of premade assets. It's unimaginative and uninspiring. And although I am nearly done with the game, nothing makes me excited to go back to it and test my platforming prowess. Especially with a part of the game that is insanely hard and unnecessary: lobbing grenades at rockets that propel when above you. It's awful, and turned me off from finishing the game.
I would exercise caution if the game wasn't on a steep discount and would look for alternatives. See if Moss, Lucky's Tale, Max Mustard or even No More Rainbows tickles your fancy.
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LeomarTheGreatJan 13, 2025 at 3:19 PM
An underrated gem I rarely see mentioned. If you like more traditional 3rd person platforming, then give Ven a try. It's in the same vein as Moss or Max Mustard though a bit harder than both of those. Visually the main course looks very nice and has lots of diverse environments and obstacles, but could use an update to increase resolution for the newer Quests. Gameplay is great too, and I appreciate how they changed up the platforming mechanics and difficulty the further you go. Expect to dedicate multiple attempts for some of the harder sections, but thankfully there are generous amounts of checkpoints. In contrast to that generosity, it also possess a limited life system and while I never felt pressured by it on Normal difficulty, I could see some people feeling frustrated if they struggle with platformers and need to reset a lot.
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Dec_or_DaveNov 19, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Very good game, graphics great, inventive obstacles, fun.
The But. Very very difficult, and the restart of levels. Fix these two areas the game would be great. Have options to make easier, I can’t get halfway through, would love to be able to finish game. Just to frustrating.
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ReapCWLNov 14, 2024 at 5:39 AM
This is the best platformer available on the quest store. It is better than Max Mustard for a variety of reasons.
I play on Quest 3 and the graphics are good. Only the background visuals are a little disappointing but the main platforming areas are high quality!
Unlike Max Mustard, this game is rather challenging. It’s certainly not impossible but difficult enough to frustrate you. This is something I enjoy as I always enjoy a good challenge.
Furthermore, the levels and environments are fresh and impressive unlike Max Mustard which basically has you play in the same environment throughout the game. In Ven VR, you play in snow areas, factories, nature etc.
Moreover, the combat is simple and works well.
The voice acting is also good, especially for Ven himself.
Overall, I recommend this game if you are looking for a challenging platformer.
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QuirkyPuffin10024 days ago
I can’t get in my game it won’t start
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