Info about ChilloutVR: Official game description: Feature List ============ * Playable in Desktop- & VR-Environments * Meet your friends around the world * Immersive, 3D spatialized audio * Multi-Regional instancing (EU, US, AS) * Support for Full-Body tracking * Support for user-created avatars and worlds About the Game ============== Have you ever dreamt of a world where you can create and explore anything you want? ChilloutVR is a community-driven VR & Desktop sandbox game supposed to enable players as well as creators to create and explore a huge metaverse. Welcome to ChilloutVR, your new place to be. Be able to create your own avatar or use existing avatars, explore a huge metaverse containing lots of different servers, game modes, avatars, and worlds. The main goal of ChilloutVR is to provide a secure and performant base game for creators and players around the world. An AlphaLink account is required to play this game. You will be asked to create this account after starting the game. Be who you want to be --------------------- You can create your own Avatar, your new self in ChilloutVR. You can play as your avatar, explore worlds, meet friends, and make new friends. Be where you want to be ----------------------- You can be wherever you want to be, the huge community of content creators is one of the many reasons why ChilloutVR is a game that is enjoyable over a long period of time. You can explore a daily growing amount of publically available worlds alone, with friends or with people you just met. You can also open up new worlds with just a click. Visit and explore a huge amount of virtual worlds or just create your own. Avatars ------- You are enabled to create your own, fully expressive, full-body tracked avatars with lip sync and eye-tracking. Full-body tracking is not required, VR is not required. You can find more detailed information on what custom avatars can contain and what the requirements are in our documentation. Worlds ------ You are enabled to create your own, fully immersive worlds including interactable objects. Scripting & Game modes (not yet available) ------------------------------------------ ChilloutVR is built modular, allowing everyone to create interactive worlds with interactable objects or even full game modes - all using our in-house scripting toolkit "Newton" (not yet available). This way we allow creators to create game modes like Trouble in Terrorist town, various kinds of coop tower defense games or even MMORPGs in ChilloutVR. The only limitation is your imagination and the players computer performance. Social interactions around the metaverse ---------------------------------------- Add your friends and join them, drop portals to other instances to have them follow your way around the metaverse, join public instances to find new people, and make new friends. You can also join groups to connect with other communities or spend time with the people you like. Join the party -------------- Attend events of all kinds, be a part of groups, or create your own. You are welcome to enjoy events and talks with many users online. In ChilloutVR you can explore the many worlds of the metaverse, either alone or with your friends. When exploring online you can decide if only your friends or random people from across the world can join you in your adventures. Release date: Feb 8, 2021 Categories: Social Simulation, Avatar Customization, Virtual Reality, Sandbox Creation, Custom Asset Support, Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer, Community-Driven Gameplay Feature scans: - Proton/Linux: score 20; verdict: Works Well with Minor Issues; summary: The game has notable issues with mod installation on Linux, which can be difficult and lack clear guidance. There are also specific problems related to Unity and CCK, although some have been resolved. The absence of Easy Anti-Cheat is viewed positively, as it avoids potential security and stability issues on Linux. - Steam Deck: score 75; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant technical barriers and issues with the Steam Deck experience. Key problems include difficulties in installing mods on Linux, issues with anti-cheat software causing game crashes and system instability, and general compatibility and usability challenges. These issues collectively contribute to a high level of friction and a suboptimal user experience. - Hardware Profile: No data Feature extractions: - Community Price: No data - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: 800.0h - Story completion: 3.0h - Session length: 3.0h - Endgame: 2500.0h - Reasoning: The evidence provides several data points for playtime metrics. The first quote mentions 'a couple of hundred hours,' which suggests a significant investment of time, likely indicating game completion. The second quote mentions '2500 hours,' which is an extensive playtime, possibly indicating endgame content engagement. The third quote mentions '3 hours in CVR,' which is relatively low and might indicate a session length or initial story completion. The fourth quote mentions '800+ hours,' which is substantial and likely indicates game completion or extensive endgame content engagement. - Time-to-fun: - Summary: The game often fails to click due to technical issues and community dynamics, but it can be fun immediately when played with known friends. - Stance: Never clicks - Anchor: N/A - Time to anchor: 0h 0m - Friction: Frequent instance reconnects; Small, unwelcoming community; Technical issues and lag - Unlock drivers: Playing with known friends - Conditions: Playing with known friends - Player Archetypes: - Technical Creator (sale) - Motivation: Creation and technical exploration - Playstyle: Uses development tools, creates custom content, and explores technical aspects of the game. - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: creator; developer - Reference games: VRChat - Newcomer Explorer (sale) - Motivation: Exploration and social interaction - Playstyle: Explores the game, tries out different features, and interacts with other players. - Experience: newcomer - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: newcomer; explorer - Reference games: VRChat - Social Community Seeker (sale) - Motivation: Social interaction and community engagement - Playstyle: Engages with the community, participates in social events, and values a welcoming environment. - Experience: mixed - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: social player; community member - Reference games: VRChat Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Better performance than VRChat (weight 0.97): The game is frequently praised for its superior performance and optimization compared to VRChat. Players highlight better FPS, graphics, and overall stability. - Advanced avatar customization (weight 0.56): The game offers extensive avatar customization options that are easier to configure and have fewer limitations. This includes advanced functionality and a simplified creation system. - Welcoming and friendly community (weight 0.37): The community is described as welcoming, supportive, and flourishing with creativity. It is also noted for being sociable, informative, and friendly. - Innovative prop spawning system (weight 0.36): The game features a prop spawning system that allows players to spawn props anywhere, similar to games like Garry's Mod. This system is fun and removes the need to attach tools to each avatar. - Potential for future growth (weight 0.31): The game is seen as having a lot of potential for future development and improvements. Players believe it could become even better with more players and continued development. - Better handling of mature content (weight 0.18): The game allows and handles mature content well, with features like a mature content filter. This is seen as a positive aspect by the community. - No aggressive monetization (weight 0.15): The game is praised for not having forced or aggressive monetization strategies, and for not having predatory developers. - No anti-cheat system (weight 0.13): The game does not use Easy Anti-Cheat or any rootkit anti-cheat systems, which is appreciated by the players. Common complaints: - Poor UI/UX Design (weight 0.61): The user interface is widely criticized for being difficult to navigate, outdated, cluttered, and not user-friendly. Many users express the need for significant improvements in the UI/UX. - Slow Development (weight 0.46): Development of the game is perceived as very slow. Users are dissatisfied with the pace of updates and improvements. - Low Player Count (weight 0.45): The game suffers from a small player base, which affects the overall experience. Users report few players and a lack of population in the game. - Limited Content (weight 0.4): The game is criticized for having limited content, including a lack of maps, worlds, and avatars. Users also report limited community content and documentation. - Performance and Technical Issues (weight 0.34): Users report frequent crashes, memory leaks, and performance issues. There are also mentions of lag, delays, and voice chat problems. - Account and Login Issues (weight 0.25): There are problems with account creation, login, and password reset. Users have trouble creating accounts and encounter incorrect password errors. - Poor Documentation (weight 0.21): There is a lack of proper documentation, with some users stating that documentation is non-existent. - Lack of Features (weight 0.19): The game is criticized for lacking many features compared to its competitors. Users report a lack of core features requested by the community and unique features like a radial menu. Gameplay feedback: - Adult content allowed (weight 0.16): Adult content is permitted in private rooms, with age restrictions in place for NSFW content. - Virtual social sandbox platform (weight 0.16): The game is a social VR platform that allows users to interact in a virtual environment. - Custom avatars and worlds (weight 0.16): Users can create and customize their own avatars and worlds, with a simplified creation system. - Text-to-speech integration (weight 0.15): The game features integrated text-to-speech functionality, although it is currently only available on Windows. - Dynamic bone interaction (weight 0.15): The game features dynamic bones that are networked, enhancing the interaction experience. - Built with Unity engine (weight 0.14): The game uses the Unity engine and provides a Unity SDK for development. - Advanced tracking features (weight 0.12): The game supports hand tracking and full body tracking for a more immersive experience. - Server management and stability (weight 0.11): The game includes server management features and aims for server stability. - Avatar conversion and filtering (weight 0.1): The game allows for converting avatars and includes avatar filtering options. - Scripting frontend included (weight 0.1): The game features a scripting frontend, allowing for advanced customization and interaction. - Flying feature available (weight 0.09): Users have the ability to fly within the game, adding to the range of possible interactions. Performance notes: - Optimized performance and high FPS (weight 0.77): The game has seen significant performance improvements, including better optimization, higher FPS, and faster launch times. Players report that it runs much better on various hardware configurations, including lower-end systems. - Network and connection problems (weight 0.41): Players encounter network errors, connection issues, and problems with voice chat. Server stability and overloading are also significant concerns. Recommendations: - Ideal for virtual social meetings (weight 0.21): This game is highly recommended for virtual meetings with friends and creative self-expression in VR. It is particularly suitable for those looking for a welcoming community and a better-optimized alternative to VRChat. - Not for traditional gamers (weight 0.21): The game may not be suitable for those looking for traditional gameplay with goals and tasks. It is also not ideal for players without VR equipment or those who prefer solo games without online interaction. - Active development (weight 0.12): The developers are actively improving the game and seem passionate about its development. - Recommended for content creators (weight 0.07): The game is recommended for content creators, suggesting it has features that are beneficial for creating content. - Recommended for desktop users (weight 0.06): The game is recommended for desktop users, indicating it has features or optimizations that make it suitable for non-VR play. - Try during off-peak hours (weight 0.06): Some reviews suggest trying the game during off-peak hours, possibly to avoid server issues or crowded environments. - Support developers via Patreon (weight 0.06): Reviews encourage supporting the developers via Patreon, indicating a desire to see the game continue to grow and improve. - Patience with server issues (weight 0.06): Players are advised to have patience with server issues, suggesting that there may be occasional technical difficulties. - Join development team if skilled (weight 0.05): Skilled individuals are encouraged to join the development team, suggesting the community is open to contributions and collaborations. - Join the Discord server (weight 0.05): Reviews recommend joining the Discord server, likely for community engagement and support. - Join Chinese QQ group (weight 0.04): For additional support, reviews suggest joining the Chinese QQ group, indicating a diverse and international community. Other player notes: - Early Access Mentioned (weight 0.06): Players noted that the game is in Early Access. This could imply that they are aware of ongoing development and potential improvements. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.19): Players are frustrated primarily due to the toxic community and issues with the game's moderation and account management systems. Technical problems such as frequent crashes, unstable features, and UI navigation difficulties also contribute significantly to this frustration. - Disappointment (weight 0.14): Disappointment stems from the game's slow development and lack of features, making it feel half-baked compared to VRChat. The small player base and socialization issues further exacerbate this feeling, as players find it difficult to enjoy the game due to limited interactions and content. - Hopeful (weight 0.13): Players feel hopeful due to the game's potential for future development and improvements. The responsive developers and community-driven updates give a sense of optimism about the game's growth and eventual success. - Satisfaction (weight 0.08): Satisfaction comes from the game's good performance on lower-end hardware and the availability of many free features. Players appreciate the improved frame rate, graphics, and the overall better performance compared to VRChat. - Hope (weight 0.08): Hope is driven by the belief in the game's potential to grow and improve over time. Players see promise in the game despite its early development stage and believe in the developers' efforts to realize this potential. - Excitement (weight 0.07): Excitement is generated by the game's features and possibilities, which offer a fun and interactive experience. Players are impressed by the game's potential and future plans, finding it enjoyable, especially when playing with friends. - Satisfied (weight 0.04): Players are satisfied with the better optimization and higher FPS compared to VRChat. The absence of Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) and the encouragement of modding also contribute to their satisfaction. - Frustrated (weight 0.03): Additional frustration is caused by issues such as false bans, harassment from other players, and server issues. Technical problems like lag, delays, and difficult UI navigation further add to the frustration. - Disappointed (weight 0.03): Further disappointment arises from the lack of embedded multilingual support and the decline of the community. Players are disappointed by the limited content and lack of activity, making the game less enjoyable. - Anger (weight 0.02): Anger is primarily caused by unfair bans and harassment from developers. Players are also angry about the overall community issues and the behavior of the developers. - Joy (weight 0.02): Joy comes from the enjoyment of the game and its features. Players appreciate the availability of Chinese language support and the fun moments experienced with the community. - Enthusiastic (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm is driven by the game's full VR support and variety of locations. Players see it as the best alternative to VRChat with interactive developers. - Surprise (weight 0.01): Players are pleasantly surprised by the maturity of the platform and its community. The impressive performance and the unexpectedly friendly community contribute to this surprise. - Hopefulness (weight 0.01): Hopefulness stems from the belief that ChilloutVR has the potential to be better than its inspiration, VRChat. Players are hopeful that it will eventually overtake VRChat in terms of features and community. - Excited (weight 0.01): Excitement is generated by the prospect of finding a better alternative to VRChat. Players are excited about the future updates and the potential of the game to surpass VRChat. - Approving (weight 0.01): Players approve of the lack of Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) and the support for modding. The optimized performance and modding support are significant factors contributing to their approval. - Happy (weight 0.01): Happiness comes from the friendly community and positive first experiences. Players enjoy the interactions and the overall enjoyable experiences within the game. - Fear (weight 0.01): Fear is caused by security issues such as hackers using the game to install malware and steal personal information. This serious concern significantly impacts players' trust and safety.}