Underplayed Gems

Biolum (2021)

Biolum cover
Developer
IKO, Reynard Films, Prefrontal Cortex
Publisher
Astrea
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 122 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 31 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A brief, atmospheric VR dive into the ocean's depths, more focused on guided storytelling and environmental wonder than fast action.

underwatertenseshortlinearstory-richrealisticimmersivecinematic

What players say

Players agree it is more of a short VR movie than a game, lasting about 30 minutes with very little interactivity beyond looking around and using a flashlight. The deep-sea visuals are praised, but opinions split on the narration and dialogue, which some find cringe-worthy or annoying.

Trailer

Screenshots

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