Reviews

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  Boy Blue

  Aug 5, 2016

  I don't write many reviews, but being how few reviews these new Vive releases are getting, figured I better learn. So bare with me. This is actually pretty cool. One of the more education based applications for the Vive that I've seen. I didn't spend too much time in it, as I had other obligations to tend to very briefly after purchasing this. You can explore either a plant organism or your own hand, and "zoom in" through the different levels (ie skin, cells, nucleus, subatomic, blood cells, etc) and explore the inner mechanisms of whatever organism you pick. There is very detailed explanation of everything you look at and even a cool little percentage to let you know how much of the organism you explored, giving it a game-like element. I really enjoyed it. Pros: -Cool concept -Interesting and accurate science application -Game-like exploration factor -Great learning tool -Really awesome visuals Cons: -Limited content, but it is day one -In-game controls shake a lot -Could be optimized better -It didn't bug me, but I can see how the "zoom in" animation could easily make some people sick Rating: 8/10 Really cool, educational application.
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  Rytharr

  Aug 5, 2016

  This title still needs a good amount of work but I can already tell that it is going to be great. We need more educational titles for VR. It still has a few big bugs to be worked out, so maybe wait til it has a patch or 2 before buying, but im still giving it a thumbs up.
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  TraskMask

  Aug 6, 2016

  C O S M is short and lacking polish, but these are nothing to be expected from such an early release title. The concept, however, is excellent. It is a simple exploration application that brings basic cell biology to life. As it stands, the game suffers from early build graphics and a repetitive soundscape that weakens the immersion. I also found the transitions while zooming to be a bit jarring. But for lifelong learners or people with middle school aged kids, this is a nice little addition to the VR library. I will definitely be following updates to this title with interest and am looking forward to the finished product.
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  Ranged_Archer of annihilation

  Aug 8, 2016

  Pretty cool in VR it's like being inside the microscope. Vive controller support is good which wasn't clear from the video. Transition effect may be nauseating. you can choose different paths which gives a sense of exploration Needs more content.
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  Kyanther

  Aug 22, 2016

  I wanted to like this, but it's just not what I hoped.
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  xkm121

  Sep 19, 2016

  Great potential, bad execution and progress. The developer had grand plans for this application. I bought it mainly for its advertised possible features of uploading my own DNA or protein sequences for visualization in Virtual Reality. The postential is beyond any one's wildest dreams for us researchers. For accurate VR illustration of actual molecular genetics mechanism can help gapping the problem of scientifc research and public awareness. For example, the ability of visulization real time transcription factory assembly in nuclei will be great. However from the updated notes the developer is shifting towards high school level education, which is a huge waste for an app that do a lot more.
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  SeanoftheDead

  Jan 28, 2018

  Interesting concept but the execution is a little short.
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  xevious2

  Oct 31, 2018

  Not enough depth or visual detail yet but could become something someday.
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  30steps

  Dec 1, 2018

  fantastic VR microscope. Great sense of scale