Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality

 PC
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. GMW3
    Aug 22, 2017
    100
    This is a video game for those that love Rick and Morty, and quite frankly that’s no bad thing. Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality is a madcap, fun filled adventure from start to finish, perfectly suiting VR’s qualities, it should not be missed.
  2. Road to VR
    Jul 29, 2017
    90
    Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality perfectly matches the show's hilarity and absurdity, and truly feels like an extended episode of the show. As a clone of Morty, and consequently the lowliest creature in the Smith household, you don't get to go on all of the adventures with Rick, but somehow the tedium inherent to the studio's predecessor 'Job Simulator' all pays off in the most Rick-way possible. [Tested with HTC Vive, Oculus Touch]
  3. CGMagazine
    May 17, 2017
    85
    If you’re in the niche group that is both a fan of Rick and Morty and owns an expensive VR headset, then you’ve got to pick up this game as it features of the best fanservice out there. That said, at $30 the price tag is a bit steep for a game that can be completed in a couple hours—but by this point, you’re probably used to the ‘VR tax’. Completionists will probably get a lot more time out of the game finding all the secret Easter eggs and references to the show that are available, as you can continue playing after finishing the story.
  5. Gaming Nexus
    May 1, 2017
    85
    In the end, Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-Ality has a lot of fun for fans. The VR aspect really brings you into the world of the show and I really enjoyed my time playing the game. I just wish it was a bit longer for the price, but this is one of the few licensed games of a TV show or movie that captures a lot of the magic from the source material.
  6. UploadVR
    Apr 22, 2017
    85
    A natural evolution of Owlchemy’s “simulated jobs” specialization. The Rick and Morty license enhances the humor that was prevalent throughout Job Simulator and there are some welcome evolutions of Owlchemy’s style, like the addition of a plot and NPC interaction, that you’ll wish were expanded upon a bit more. There’s never a moment that felt uncomfortable or unnatural, even as you step through portals into new spaces.
  7. Gamer.nl
    May 7, 2017
    80
    Though the puzzles are very easy and the game could have been longer, Rick and Morty-fans will love this VR experience. There are so many Easter eggs and secrets to reveal, even after the 5 hour storyline Virtual Rick-ality is great.
  8. IGN
    Apr 20, 2017
    76
    Virtual Rick-ality does a great job emulating the dark humor of the source material, even if it occasionally overindulges in its self-awareness.
  9. God is a Geek
    Apr 21, 2017
    75
    Ultimately it’s too expensive for how long it is, but if you have invested in PC-based VR, it’s hard to imagine you’ll baulk at the price. I hope this isn’t the only dalliance with VR we see from Rick and Morty, because despite being a bit of a shallow, short experience, what is here is excellent. It’s funny, self aware, and has the same great voices from the TV show. It may be the most niche VR game ever, but if you’re a fan of Rick and Morty you owe it to yourself to find a way to play it (for less than it costs to buy a new PC and VR).
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  1. Ars Technica
    Apr 20, 2017
    Don't spend over $1,000 just to play this, but if you're a Rick and Morty fan, don't just watch a stream, either. Rob a mad scientist's garage if you have to, but find a way to try it.
  2. The Verge
    Apr 21, 2017
    Rick and Morty accomplishes something that Job Simulator never did, which is blend its absurdist gameplay with an equally absurdist, though surprisingly well-structured narrative. Rick and Morty is one of the most satisfying games I’ve played in VR, one that I couldn’t put down until I reached the end. It just also feels like an appetizer for a thing that hasn’t arrived yet.

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 22
  3. Negative: 4 out of 22
  1. DoubleTripple
    Apr 25, 2017
    8
    This is great experience if you are fan of the TV series. I would dare to say its absolute must play as you will get to interact with manyThis is great experience if you are fan of the TV series. I would dare to say its absolute must play as you will get to interact with many familiar things and you will have several moments when you will be in awe how awesome it is you get to experience Rick & Morty world from first person view. And you will have also many laughs, of course.

    That being said, its a 2 hour long experience, where you mostly stand in a garage and you realy dont go on an adventure or anything remotely feeling like true Rick & Morty episode adventure. There are small hints of that, but they are too short and too little.

    The price point is flat out greedy at $30 and developers know they can charge it only because its Rick & Morty. Which is fine i guess, but at $20 it would be fair price. $30 is just too much.

    So should you buy it ? if you love Rick & Morty and you dont care you will spend $30 for the 2 hours experience, absolutely. There is some amazing stuff in the game. If you care about the price point and you care about value for money, then no. Its not good value for money. There is little to no replay value, even tho the game tries to have some.
    One more thing to consider tho, is the fact that the VR experiences must be pricey because there is not huge audience and if we want polished and fun experiences like these, we must support the developers. So if you think about it this way as also supporting development of better VR experiences instead of just value for money, then you should buy it. ( But $30 is still greedy ).    … Full Review »
  2. CharlesDuchemin
    Aug 11, 2022
    7
    Wubba lubba dub dub! It's always good to see and specially listen to Justin Roiland again, but the experience itself is too limited and notWubba lubba dub dub! It's always good to see and specially listen to Justin Roiland again, but the experience itself is too limited and not all the fun it could have been.… Full Review »
  3. CharlyPlayman
    Dec 25, 2020
    8
    PROS:
    - Funny to play
    - It transport to you to Rick & Morty world (you feel you're there) - Crazy things happens (as in the serie) - Great    PROS:
    - Funny to play
    - It transport to you to Rick & Morty world (you feel you're there)
    - Crazy things happens (as in the serie)
    - Great interation with things
    CONS:
    - Short game
    - No subtitles
    - You can't walk (you play in closed spaces on the floor)
    - Despite of some locations, you always play in the garage    … Full Review »
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