The best VR games allow you to play in first person and can be a really exhilarating experience, but you need hardware that is up to the task. Virtual reality has been touted for years as “the future of entertainment,” but only in the last couple of years does it seem to have seen substantial growth.
This could be due to the headsets that are getting better, lighter and offering more and more freedom, just take a look at the Oculus Quest to realize this. In our opinion it is also given by the fact that the quality of the games is improving more and more, but also because more and more people are able to immerse themselves in virtual reality thanks to PS consoles, such as PS4 Pro and PS5.
Gone are the days when there were few and high-end headsets available. Now you can choose between HTC Vive, a PlayStation VR for your PS, the Oculus Rift or the Oculus Rift S, the less expensive Oculus Go or the more performing Oculus Quest. True, virtual reality costs a lot, but prices are falling from year to year and we hope that this trend will continue into 2021 as well.
Robo Recall
Robo Recall is an arcade game that also uses First Person Shooter and Shoot’em Up. Developed by Epic Games, this virtual reality game is considered to be the best VR arcade game. It is only available on Oculus Rift.
Lone Echo
Lone Echo and its cousin Echo Arena are two games developed by Ready At Dawn for the Oculus Rift. Using a zero gravity movement mode, a little confusing at first, these two games, which combine adventure, exploration and simulation, have brought a whole new gameplay to VR.
Rez Infinite
Very well served by a very high quality audio, Rez Infinite plunges you into a psychedelic universe. Make no mistake, this is a real shooter. Available on PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive, this indie action game is worth seeing.
Sprint Vector
Sprint Vector is a racing game that’s more akin to Mario Kart than Gran Turismo. The players are on rollerblades, and engage in frantic multiplayer races on different circuits taking place in various environments. The great strength of the game is its unique gameplay.
To move, the player must swing their arms back and forth as quickly as possible. The game is therefore very sporty, especially since it is regularly necessary to bend down to avoid certain obstacles. The cartoonish graphics, wacky characters and various bonuses to collect just add to the fun. This title is available on Steam, Oculus Rift and PlayStation VR.
Elite Dangerous
Who has never dreamed of taking the controls of a spaceship sailing in the cosmos? With virtual reality, it is now possible. Originally offered on PC, Elite Dangerous is fully playable in VR and offers players the opportunity to trade, explore and engage in multi-player combat across the universe.
It’s a game with unparalleled depth in the VR gaming market, which can keep you busy for hundreds and hundreds of hours … if you have the courage to give it a go! The game is available on Steam and Oculus.
Astro Bot Rescue Mission
Available exclusively on PlayStation VR, Astro Bot quickly established itself as the top-rated and best-selling game on Sony’s platform. And for good reason! This title is full of good ideas masterfully applied. The player takes control of a small robot and must travel through different planets to find his fellows and repair their mothership.
With its original and varied gameplay, its diverse environments and its childish side, Astro Bot Rescue Mission is reminiscent of Super Mario 64 and lays the foundations for the platform genre in VR. A title to discover exclusively on PlayStation VR.
Resident Evil VII
Resident Evil VII: Biohazard is recognized as the best VR terror game. It’s hard not to have cold sweats and bursts of fright with this survival horror. Available on PlayStation VR, it is one of the most played VR games.
Marvel Powers United VR
With Marvel Powers United VR, you will be able to put yourself in the shoes of your favorite superheroes, such as Spiderman, Captain America or even Rocket. Well served by sumptuous graphics, the game allows you to use the powers of each of them to take down enemies. Marvel Powers united Vr is only available on Oculus Rift and becomes one of its benchmark exclusives.
SuperHot VR
SuperHot VR is a really nice surprise. This is not a simple shooting game. Here, you can use the movements and slowdowns found in the movie The Matrix. Available on PlayStation VR, HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, you will be blown away by the effects.
Beat Saber
Beat Saber has landed like a UFO in the world of virtual reality games. Very quickly, the game conquered a large audience and became a real phenomenon breaking sales records. Released in early May, on Oculus Rift, HTC Vive and Windows Mixed Reality compatible headsets, the game quickly became the top rated and sales exploded. The concept is simple: cut cubes in the direction indicated and in rhythm with the music. Simple and sharp. The cubes appear according to the rhythm of the music, they must then be sliced in the direction of the arrow while avoiding obstacles. With a sword in each hand and well-paced music the exercise can quickly become quite physical and make you sweat.
Firewall Zero Hour
Firewall Zero Hour was released at the end of August on PS VR and its success was immediate. In just a few days, the virtual reality game has become the most downloaded game of the month, dethroning big names from the podium. This is a game that will require you to set up tactical combats with various guns. Collaboration with other players is particularly important because it is not a question of shooting at all costs but rather of developing tactics as a group. It’s a perfect fun game to play with friends on weekends.
Transference
Developed by Ubisoft, Transference wants to erase the border between video games and cinema. Briskly mixing the narrative of a science fiction film in the form of a psychological thriller and the interactivity of virtual reality video games, the result is particularly successful. In the form of an investigation, the player will explore the memories of different members of the same family. Very successful even if we regret the lack of drama and suspense.
The game alternates between the images of the game and those of a real fiction filmed with actors. The visual effects and the soundtrack are particularly successful. The atmosphere is quite scary and worthy of a true psychological thriller. Available on PC and console, however, the game takes on its full dimension in virtual reality. Transference is available on Oculus Rift, HTC Vive and on PlayStation VR. However, some players regret a slightly high price (25 euros) for a lifespan all in all quite short since it is that of a classic film production or about 1 hour and a half.
Gorn
Gorn is a gladiatorial arena fighting game. This VR game gives pride of place to violence, gore and brutality. The only limit to this carnage your imagination. Available on HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, the game is developed by Free Lives.
Skyrim VR
Skyrim VR is, for many, THE best virtual reality game out there. Very neat and successful, the game is a huge success even if it remains limited by current technology. Available on PS VR, Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, this VR adventure game will delight RPG enthusiasts.
Fallout 4 VR
Very successful, the FPS Fallout 4 is acclaimed for its adaptation in virtual reality. No doubt, this is a AAA game. FPS is available on HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.
Brass Tactics
This real-time strategy game is considered the best in its class. Able to be played alone or in pairs, Brass Tactics is only available on Oculus Rift. A very well designed RTS classic.
Doom VFR
Old gamers and retrogaming enthusiasts all know Doom. This ultra-violent and particularly gory FPS. The adaptation in VR is particularly successful. The game is available on PS VR and on HTC Vive.
Onward
Onward is a classic but particularly successful war game. This simulation is the best at the moment. Onward is available on HTC Vive and on Oculus Rift.
The Climb
Even if you are afraid of heights, The Climb will make you love climbing. This simulation looks more like a VR experience than a real virtual reality game but is definitely worth a look and a try. Athletes will love it. The Climb is available on HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.
Pavlov VR
Available on HTC Vive, Pavlov VR has brilliantly succeeded in the action game bet with this very successful multi-player shooter. Developed by Davevillz, this game is particularly addicting for fans of the genre. It can be a fun activity for adults to do on weekends for destressing and to have fun.