Top 10 Best VR Games of All Time
#10: “Rick & Morty: Virtual Rick-ality” (2017)
This may not have been the show’s first foray into the world of video games, but “Rick & Morty: Virtual Rick-ality” is certainly the best so far! As a Morty clone, your job is to take care of Rick’s more benign tasks while the two head off on their adventures. In addition to a variety of props and tools for you to mess around with, there’s also a handful of puzzles for you to solve. Fans will appreciate the many references to the show, as well as the property’s trademark humor which we’ve all come to expect.
#9: “Shooty Fruity” (2017)
Ever felt like retail could be a bit more lively? Well, it doesn’t get livelier than this! “Shooty Fruity” turns players into minimum-wage warriors forced to defend their work station from hostile fruits while scanning groceries, sorting trays, and packaging orders. The better you are at your job, the more weapons you’ll have access to, and you may even snag a couple of power-ups along the way. Of course, this is all easier said than done when there’s wave after wave of fruit bearing down on you. If you hope to survive stronger fruits like peaches and watermelons, you’ll have to work fast!
#8: “Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series” (2019)
As we inch closer and closer to making games fully immersive, more real, do our dreams of being a Jedi, become [Yoda grammar]. If you’ve ever wanted to hold a lightsaber, you may find a new hope in “Vader Immortal”. After being captured by the Empire, you’re taken to the planet Mustafar where you meet the titular villain, who is significantly more intimidating in VR. Throughout this three-episode adventure, you’ll learn the ways of the Force while observing Vader’s attempts to cope with his past. It’s an amazing “Star Wars” title, and it’s a game that shows how games can still tell an exciting, cinematic narrative in VR.
#7: “Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted” (2019)
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Say what you will about the “Five Nights at Freddy’s” series, but the franchise has never been more terrifying than this. “Help Wanted” is essentially every game in one VR package with some extra challenges that take advantage of the VR’s capabilities. On top of checking security cameras and keeping the animatronics at bay, there are modes where you’ll have to get up close and personal with them as you repair vents or even the animatronics themselves. It's so frightening that we’re sweating just from the thought of booting the game up again.
#6: “Blood & Truth” (2019)
Ever wanted to live out your own action movie? That dream can become a reality (or at least, virtual reality) thanks to “Blood & Truth”, a PSVR exclusive that puts you in the role of Ryan Marks. After a run-in with crime boss Tony Sharp, you and your family exact revenge by taking down Tony’s henchmen and operations. As you track down the crime lord, you’ll have to sneak past guards, break into rooms, and survive shootouts. Oh, and make sure you look cool while doing it. The game gives you plenty of opportunities to play the badass.
#5: “Superhot VR” (2016)
If you want a VR shooter with a little more challenge (and one that will keep you active in the process), then “Superhot VR” is a great choice. Much like the first, non-VR game in the series, this indie shooter pits you against waves of red polygonal figures with everything moving in slow-motion. The faster you move, the faster the game moves. So, you’ll have to remain vigilant and aware of your surroundings as you dodge bullets and fire back. Trust us, it’s a lot harder than it sounds!
#4: “Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes” (2015)
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“Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes” is that perfect game for those who enjoy complex puzzles and yelling at their friends for their poor communication skills. One player wears the headset, acting as the defuser while the other players (or “experts”) consult a manual filled with instructions for every puzzle. As expected, you only have a short amount of time to solve every puzzle on the bomb before it explodes. Needless to say, this is another one of those games that will test your patience as well as friendships. Just remember to read carefully before telling the defuser what to do.
#3: “Astro Bot Rescue Mission” (2018)
Despite the other entries here, not all VR games are shooters and puzzles. They can still be regular video games with lighter aspects of VR, and that’s what makes “Astro Bot: Rescue Mission” such a spectacular title! Teaming up with Captain Astro, you’ll have to help him navigate through levels while trying to rescue adorable little robots. There’s eight in every level, and if you’re going to nab them all, you’ll need to interact with the environment, whether that’s by peeking around corners or smashing your head into obstacles. It’s a wonderful title that’s brimming with personality, and if you have a PSVR, you absolutely need this game.
#2: “Half-Life: Alyx” (2020)
With the exception of “Blood & Truth”, this might very well be the first AAA VR game, or at least, the first time a large gaming company put out something this high-caliber for VR. Taking place before the events of “Half-Life 2”, “Alyx” puts characters in control of the titular Alyx Vance as she takes on the Combine alongside her father. For a VR title, the visuals are incredibly impressive, and it’s bewildering to see it running at a consistent sixty frames per second. There’s no denying that “Half-Life: Alyx” is a technical achievement, and while it isn’t “Half-Life 3”, it’s still an exceptional new entry in the franchise. Before we reveal our number one pick, here are a few Honorable Mentions…
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“Batman: Arkham VR” (2016)
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#1: “Beat Saber” (2018)
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We haven’t seen a music game this incredible since “Dance Dance Revolution”. Even so, we’re not sure there’s ever been a game quite like “Beat Saber”! This rhythm and dancing game has players slicing and dicing cubes, but it isn’t that simple. You’ll have to slice them in specific directions (most of the time, anyways) while avoiding other obstacles and matching the cubes with the correct sword color. It’s challenging, thrilling, and the game’s captivating tunes will continue to play in your brain well after removing the headset. Regardless of if you think you can dance or not, “Beat Saber” is one hell of an infectious jam!
