Metamorphosis VR review

As a seasoned gamer with over three decades under my belt, I’ve seen virtual reality evolve from a mere glint in the eye of Sci-Fi authors to the immersive experiences we have today. Metamorphosis VR, inspired by Franz Kafka’s work, took me on a journey like no other. Waking up as an insect was indeed a first for me – if only I could trade places with Rick Moranis in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids!


Metamorphosis VR draws inspiration from Franz Kafka’s work, where a character transforms into an insect. Immersed in surrealism, you assume the role of Gregor after a heavy drinking spell. Waking up as a bug is not something most of us have encountered. Quite unexpected, but exploring the world with multiple insect eyes feels similar to Rick Moranis’ experience in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids. Regrettably, the gameplay can feel clumsy at times and there are a few glitches to contend with.

Feeling dwarfed by the vastness is striking; it’s like standing in a tiny room as an adult compared to being on the sidelines of a football stadium as an insect. The challenges and hurdles only amplify this feeling of grandeur, even though the graphics may not surpass other VR games. Black Sun Productions has effectively created a world that feels thrilling and expansive in reality. In one part, I glided over open space instead of walking on a platform, demonstrating one of the many instances where I felt like a tiny creature.

Navigating through the surroundings can be quite challenging, especially since your movements control Gregor. I found it easier to switch to traditional movement using the analog sticks, something I did immediately. The most irritating aspect for me was jumping. Not only do you need a precise ‘skiing’ motion to jump, but the landing accuracy is significantly off. Unfortunately, I often met my demise or missed reaching the correct platform due to insufficient height in my jumps – an issue that occurred far too frequently to count.

In addition to exploration, climbing is another aspect of Metamorphosis VR. However, it’s often unclear which surfaces are climbable, and when you do attempt to climb, it feels more like you’re being propelled upwards rather than in control. What should be the easiest part – navigating your environment – turns into the most difficult task, making the excitement of discovery feel like a burden instead. It’s unfortunate because Metamorphosis VR has a lot of potential for fun, but these climbing issues significantly diminish a significant portion of the potential enjoyment it could offer.

Other difficulties I encountered were related to grabbing objects and communicating with certain insects in the game. Sadly, I couldn’t start these interactions, which was quite vexing. However, I understand that the developers are putting in a great effort to rectify these problems, so hopefully they will be resolved promptly. Primarily, my discomfort stemmed from the movement mechanics within Metamorphosis VR; however, the audio quality wasn’t too poor, and with an intriguing world to delve into, there lies significant potential for this game’s development.

Metamorphosis VR’s narrative and immersive environment are captivating, yet certain glitches hindered my experience. Navigation, particularly jumping, felt clumsy and I eagerly anticipate future improvements. While some character interactions were engaging and voice acting was commendable, it didn’t completely compensate for the enjoyment lost due to navigational issues. Solving puzzles is part of the gameplay, but when maneuvering becomes a challenge, it diminishes the overall experience.

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2024-10-30 13:46