Loading Human: Chapter 1
Oct 14, 2016 10 years ago
Your dying father, an esteemed scientist, has summoned you to his Antarctic base to undergo an intensive interstellar quest: retrieve the Quintessence, an elusive energy source believed to stop death. Immerse your senses in this sci-fi action adventure with moral choices to make, elevated stakes, and a deep, episodic story that will allow you to truly live the game.
What it’s like
Loading Human: Chapter 1 is a VR-exclusive sci-fi adventure that prioritizes atmospheric immersion and narrative intrigue over mechanical complexity. You assume the role of Prometheus, summoned to an Antarctic facility by his dying father for a quest involving the Quintessence, an energy source tied to mortality. The experience leans heavily into point-and-click exploration and environmental interaction within a confined, high-concept setting. While the premise offers a compelling mystery with moral weight, the execution is hampered by clunky controls and interface friction that frequently disrupts flow. It functions best as a short, episodic narrative experiment rather than a robust game, relying on its unique VR perspective to maintain engagement despite technical shortcomings.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodExploration / WorldStory / Narrative
Keep in mind The motion tracking and control schemes are widely criticized as unintuitive and frustrating, which can break immersion in a medium that demands precision. Additionally, the limited scope of Chapter 1 may feel underwhelming for players expecting substantial gameplay depth or replayability.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from gamecritics.com, gamingrespawn.com, rawg.io, steambase.io, metacritic.com, kellyohannessian.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation VR | Worldwide | Full release | Oct 13, 201610 years ago |
| Oculus VR | Worldwide | Full release | Oct 14, 201610 years ago |
| SteamVR | Worldwide | Full release | Oct 14, 201610 years ago |
