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The Oculus Quest 2 has finally given us what we expect from virtual reality headsets: simplicity to use on their own, affordability starting at $ 300, and a selection of decent games wide enough to make the headset actually worth buying do. If you already own or want to buy an Oculus Quest 2, these are the games that you think are most worth your time.
Screenshot: Jurassic World Aftermath
1. Jurassic World Aftermath
The Jurassic Park / World franchise has seen some steadily declining returns since the classic film based on the Michael Crichton book began in 1993. But this virtual reality stealth game is worth a look for fans of the movies. It’s a slow and at times frustrating game, but there are also many points that must count in its favor.
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The goal is to win a game of tense hide-and-seek against velociraptors that can be alerted by the slightest sound. Set between the previous two Jurassic World films, it features an impressive voice that includes Jeff Goldblum. It’s simple but effective, and has beautifully drawn graphics that keep you right in the experience.
Screenshot: Beat Saber
2. Hit Saber
Beat Saber has been around for a while, but it remains one of the better titles to show how VR can create a different, but still very compelling, gaming experience. Your challenge is to hack through the neon blocks that are racing at you with lightsabers, keeping to the rhythm of the beat.
There are hundreds of levels for you to work through and, despite the fairly simple mechanics underlying the gameplay, Beat Saber never gets boring. The game started with an original soundtrack, but there are now a variety of musical add-on packages that you can buy and import to make sure you are playing with beats that you really like.
Screenshot: The climb
3. The rise
The Climb is one for those who prefer their VR games to be a bit more dependent on the overall experience than the actual gameplay. It takes you to a myriad of breathtaking locations and dizzying heights (this game is not for dizzyers) covering the Alps in Southeast Asia and the American Southwest in beautifully rendered environments.
You take on the role of a solo climber looking for the best ways to navigate the rock walls and caves you come across, and you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings at your own pace while you are out and about. At the time of writing, the new and improved The Climb 2 is “coming soon” so you have time to finish the first game.
Screenshot: Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
4. Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
This VR entry in the seemingly endless Walking Dead franchise has earned praise, and it’s easy to see why – as long as your stomach and nerves can take such a haunting journey into a world overrun by the undead. It can be brutal at times as you would expect. So make sure you are ready to assert your senses before you buy.
New Orleans has been taken over by hikers, and your goal is to survive and achieve security comparable to a military bunker. The game impresses in almost every area, from the details and the richness of the graphics to the effectiveness of the close combat methods. You might just think that you are fighting zombies one at a time.
Screenshot: Topgolf with Pro Putt
5. Top golf with Pro Putt
Sports are not easy to replicate in VR, but golf lends itself well to the format and top golf with pro putt is proof. It’s not the most realistic golfing experience, and it mainly focuses on the putting, but it’s great fun to play through, thanks in part to the multiplayer aspect of the title, which means you can hit the course with friends easily.
The graphics are cartoonish but do the job, while the control system hits the sweet spot between realism and accessibility. A lot of work has gone into the social aspect of the game, especially the VR lounge area. Since minimal movement is required during the game, it is also suitable for those who may be suffering from VR motion sickness.
Screenshot: Superhot
6. Superhot
Without a doubt one of the biggest VR gaming hits, Superhot can be hard to explain to those who haven’t played it before. The basic premise is: time slows down unless you move or shoot. That might not sound particularly appealing at first, but it’s actually a really appealing game mechanic that can lead to some fascinating action sequences.
The game also makes clever use of the possibilities and limitations of VR, as you can stand in one place while waves of enemies press on you. It’s up to you to choose the best type of defense and attack, and you can quickly feel like Neo, John Wick or any other character played by Keanu Reeves when fighting in slow motion.
Screenshot: Robo Recall
7. Robo recall
Sometimes you just want a robotic mess of your game, and Robo Recall delivers a lot of it. It’s an attitude first-person shooter tasked with taking control of rogue robots, and while it’s now one of the older titles in the store, it still has enough frenetic gameplay and high-fidelity visuals to be of interest be .
Robo Recall remains one of the most impressive games on the Oculus Store in terms of graphics and audio, if not variety – once you get the hang of forgetting robots, it’s pretty much the same. The game is designed to be fast and fun above all, and you will be very pleased with the high speed fire.
Screenshot: Population: One
8. Population: One
Fans of the battle royale genre will of course be drawn to Population: One, one of the best titles currently available in virtual reality. PUBG, Fortnite, Overwatch and other influences cannot be missed, but the game is entertaining and frenetic enough to get you back to playing free games.
The gameplay map is very varied and big enough. One of the main strengths of the game is the ease with which you can fly and climb around. This is where you can develop your own strategies for victory. Be careful if you have VR sickness as it is a game that will require you to move and turn a lot.
Screenshot: Next
9. Next
If first person shooters are your traffic jam, then Onward is one of the best you’ll find on the Oculus Quest 2 (and other headsets). The combat mechanics and tactical team play are as realistic as you can expect from a virtual reality device like this one. When you’re ready to take on the more basic VR experiences, this is the place to look.
New maps and other upgrades to the title are released regularly, and you can choose from a wide variety of solo, co-op, and competitive game modes so it will be difficult to get bored with Onward. It will especially appeal to fans of military marksmen, but thanks to an extensive level of training, almost everyone can enjoy it.
Screenshot: The room VR
10. The room VR
Few games do puzzles as well as The Room series, and this virtual reality edition is perfectly ported to take advantage of the added capabilities of VR. For fans of slow, immersive, and thoughtful games, it’s one of the best options for Oculus Quest 2 right now. If you’ve ever played a real-life escape game, you’ll have a good idea of what’s in store for you.
The main setting is the British Institute of Archeology in London, the year is 1908 and you will have to research a variety of vintage gadgets and gadgets to advance in a fascinating mystery of missing people. The developers have obviously gone to great lengths to keep the gameplay varied and engaging, and all of this together makes for a compelling experience.
Screenshot: Vanishing Mercy
11. Vanishing grace
Vanishing Grace is visually stunning, narrative engaging, and based on an intelligent assessment of what works best in a virtual reality game. It’s a treat for Oculus Quest 2 headset owners – especially if you want to delve into stories and settings a little longer. The game resembles Firewatch in both its overall aesthetic and its journey.
The game is set in the near future when a solar storm has dramatically changed life on earth. Your challenge is to solve puzzles and follow clues to track down a missing friend. While the pace will be too slow for some, it will be perfect for others, and there are plenty of clever little details in the VR environment for you to discover.
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