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The Lab

The Lab

Single Player

3.0

Users · RAWG

Average player rating out of 5, from RAWG.

2016

Released

April 5, 2016

1

Platform

PC

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Release DateApril 5, 2016

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About this game

Welcome to The Lab, a compilation of Valve's room-scale VR experiments set in a pocket universe within Aperture Science. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog, and more.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Approachable introduction to room-scale virtual reality.
Several distinct activities demonstrate different possibilities for VR.
Free application with multiple VR experiences.
Polished visuals, sound, interactions, and overall presentation.

Cons

Many activities are simple demonstrations rather than deep games.
Activities lose appeal after the initial novelty fades.
Activities vary substantially in scope and depth.
No substantial campaign or progression connects the activities.

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