One of the most psychedelic VR experiences I've had, and I've tried them all! (including SoundSelf, MicrodoseVR, Space Dream VR, Rez Infinite, Thumper, etc.) There's so much to say. First off, this "game" isn't complete. It's less than Alpha status right now, meaning that gameplay mechanics aren't in place. That said, the developers are certainly working on a game... there's too much attention to detail for them not to be toiling away at building this world.
The art direction is *brilliant*. I haven't seen art direction this good since Metroid came out for Gamecube. I think it's an apt comparison because an indie title like this simply can't compete with the man-hours it takes to make something absolutely gorgeous, like God of War 4.
I picked this up on sale for $7.49, over a year ago. Only now is it worth the $7.49 I paid for it. Even if it never becomes a real game, just marveling at the world they've created is worth your $7.49 -- I'm hesitant to recommend $15 at this point, however. There's another VR game, Technolust, which only touches a fraction of the cyberpunk emotion that oozes throughout the half-constructed worlds of this game. Level 2 is like a roller coaster ride through a cell-shaded, neon lit, Blade Runner universe. A half-written Doll City is better than a finished Technolust, IMO.
I'm fascinated to see what becomes of this project. I worry the ambition and talent of the artists behind this might exceed their ability to make & finish a playable game. I hope I'm wrong to worry. Developers -- if you're reading this, and you ever think about abandoning the project, please, aggressively sell what you've done to an existing studio, who can finish the game portion of what you started. And then immediately begin working at an existing studio, who can funnel your immense artistic talent into a state-of-the-art workflow.
There's so much promise here. The world feels amazing. I hope these guys pull it off. Hell, if you're curious, just buy it, play level 2 in the touch/roomscale section (the game is divided into Gamepad and Touch modes) and if you don't feel it's worth it, return it within the 2 hr window. I suspect you'll end up sticking with your purchase, as I did, on the chance that your support helps this become a real game.
