The Oculus Quest, now renamed to theMeta Questdue to Facebook’s maligned brand refresh, is one of the best VR headsets around. For just a few hundred US dollars, gamers can get themselves a wireless VR headset that’s surprisingly powerful for the price tag. With an ever-growing library, theMeta Questis certainly a worthwhile purchase for those looking to get into VR gaming.
Yesterday, the company held avirtual Meta Quest showcase, showing off some of the platform’s upcoming games. While there are a few lesser known titles in the mix, there are definitely a few that should peak the interest of just about any VR fan, and they may even justify the purchase of a headset for some.
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The firstWalking Dead: Saints and Sinnersis still one of the best VR games available, with an incredibly immersive physics system and combat mechanics that make every encounter equal parts tense and satisfying. Though the sequel was announced a few months ago,The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners-Chapter 2: Retributionreceived its first real gameplay trailer during the Meta Quest showcase.
While only around 30-seconds of actual gameplay was shown, fans got a brief look at a new chainsaw weapon, some seemingly refined physics, and a new, more open interior environment. It looks like more of the same, but forfans of the firstSaints and Sinners, that’s definitely a good thing.
Among Us VR
Among Usis still an incredibly popular game, refusing to leave the public zeitgeist.Among Us VRbrings the same beloved deceitful carnage to virtual reality, potentially making the experience a little more horror-based as the first-person perspective could easily make chase sequences more intense.Among Us’cel-shaded graphics also seem to translate very well to VR.
Ghostbusters VR
Perhaps the most exciting announcement of the entire showcase,Ghostbusters VRis a brand-new title from developer nDreams, whose recently releasedFrackedis one of the most underrated VR games of last year. Ghostbusters VR, much like thenewly announcedGhostbusters Spirits Unleashed, tasks four players with taking down a horde of spectral foes, all while customizing their own character with a variety of cosmetics, ranging from simple color swaps to some zany hats.
Resident Evil 4-Mercenaries Mode
One of, if not thebest VR game of last year,Resident Evil 4 VRis getting some free DLC. Along with some unlockable modifiers like Big Head Mode, this free DLC is adding the original’s Mercenaries Mode to the game. This horde mode is bigger than ever, featuring some brand-new challenges and an online leaderboard.
Red Matter 2
The sequel to 2019’s sci-fi action-puzzle game,Red Matter 2shows just how far VR has come, with some truly astounding visuals. Fans of the first game can expect a wider arsenal, including a gravity glove-like tool similar to the one used inHalf Life: Alyx. The scope ofRed Matter 2looks much more ambitious than its predecessor, with more varied environments and more complex puzzles being shown in the trailer.
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Moss: Book 2
Moss: Book 2has just come out on PlayStation VR, and it has been met with general critical acclaim. Expanding upon the first in terms of puzzle complexity and combat,Moss: Book 2is a must-have for fansof the first game, and luckily, Meta’s just announced that it’s coming to the Quest as well.
Espire 2
A game forSplinter Cellfans to get their fix,Espire 2takes the stealthy operative action of the first game, and seems to improve upon it in some key ways. Environments seem larger, leading to a variety of different ways to complete the objective, and the general presentation and gameplay looks to be refined a good amount.Espire 2is also adding a co-op mode, where two players can embark on a series of missions that are wholly unique to that game mode.
Cities: VR
A VR version of thecritically-acclaimedCities: Skylines,Cities: VRbrings the same city-builder mechanics directly to the headset, likely allowing for some more unique and personalized architectural layouts. However, based on this trailer,Cities: VRdoesn’t look too hot visually, with some pretty muddy textures on things like trees and buildings.
The game seems to be going for a more stylized and paired back look than its non-VR counterpart, but these graphics may turn off some players.Cities: VRactually comes out in just over a week, though, so those looking to give the game try won’t have to wait too long.
Beat Saber-Electronic Mixtape
Despite releasing a good few years ago,Beat Saberis still widely regarded as one of the best VR experiences around, especially for newcomers to the platform. Over the years, there have been a few paid DLCs that have added more songs to the game’s catalog, ranging from an Imagine Dragons pack to a Skrillex pack.
This new DLC, namedElectronic Mixtape, brings some modern electronic hits to the game. Industry icons like Deadmau5 and Marshmello will apparently receive a place on the mixtape, along with a few other artists.
Bonelab
Despite the likes ofWalking Dead: Saints and Sinnerstrying their best, Stress Level Zero’sBoneworksis still the bar for physics systems in VR games. However, the developer’s newly announcedBonelablooks to take this bar and lift it even higher.
In an exhilarating and truly impressive trailer,Bonelabshows off its improved physics, showcasing rocks falling realistically and bodies reacting to a punch or gunshot how one would expect them to. Along with this refined system,Bonelabis also adding a full story mode and mod support, ensuring that this game will live a long life.
RuinsMagus
A narrative-driven RPG,RuinsMaguslooks pretty magical. With a beautiful anime-like art style dominating this gameplay trailer,RuinsMagusis one of the best-looking games announced during the Meta Quest showcase. Gameplay-wise,RuinsMagusdoesn’t seem too groundbreaking, with its magic-based attacks appearing to be a little weightless, though it all looks very flashy.
NFL Pro Era
The first officially licensedNFL VR game,NFL Pro Eraputs the player directly in the quarterback’s boots as they throw the ball and avoid tackles in virtual reality. Though the team AI may let the game down in the end, for NFL fans, thisMeta Questgame seems like it could be a pretty great, fantasy-fulfilling trip.
