Underplayed Gems

Beyond The Diorama: Caribou World (2021)

Beyond The Diorama: Caribou World cover
Developer
Jovrnalism
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Free To Play
Rating
5.0 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 18 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A calm, immersive exploration of a caribou habitat that feels like a digital diorama guided by a gentle, informational voice.

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What players say

Players describe a very short, free VR experience about climate change affecting Caribou. One reviewer reports it took five minutes, uses only gaze control, and has you move between three positions inside a museum diorama. Another reviewer describes a different, puzzle-based game with meditation-like gameplay, suggesting confusion or diverse versions.

Screenshots

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