Yesterday, the company held a virtual 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.
RELATED: How to Refund a Game on Oculus Quest 2
The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners-Chapter 2: Retribution
The first Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners is 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: Retribution received 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 for fans of the first Saints and Sinners, that’s definitely a good thing.
Among Us VR
Among Us is still an incredibly popular game, refusing to leave the public zeitgeist. Among Us VR brings 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 VR is a brand-new title from developer nDreams, whose recently released Fracked is one of the most underrated VR games of last year. Ghostbusters VR, much like the newly announced Ghostbusters 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 the best VR game of last year, Resident Evil 4 VR is 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 2 shows 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 in Half Life: Alyx. The scope of Red Matter 2 looks much more ambitious than its predecessor, with more varied environments and more complex puzzles being shown in the trailer.
RELATED: 10 Best VR Shooter Games For The Oculus Quest 2
Moss: Book 2
Moss: Book 2 has 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 2 is a must-have for fans of the first game, and luckily, Meta’s just announced that it’s coming to the Quest as well.
Espire 2
A game for Splinter Cell fans to get their fix, Espire 2 takes 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 2 is 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 the critically-acclaimed Cities: Skylines, Cities: VR brings 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: VR doesn’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: VR actually 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 Saber is 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, named Electronic 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 of Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners trying their best, Stress Level Zero’s Boneworks is still the bar for physics systems in VR games. However, the developer’s newly announced Bonelab looks to take this bar and lift it even higher.
In an exhilarating and truly impressive trailer, Bonelab shows 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, Bonelab is also adding a full story mode and mod support, ensuring that this game will live a long life.
RuinsMagus
A narrative-driven RPG, RuinsMagus looks pretty magical. With a beautiful anime-like art style dominating this gameplay trailer, RuinsMagus is one of the best-looking games announced during the Meta Quest showcase. Gameplay-wise, RuinsMagus doesn’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 licensed NFL VR game, NFL Pro Era puts 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, this Meta Quest game seems like it could be a pretty great, fantasy-fulfilling trip.
MORE: Among Us VR Could Give Impostors a Major Advantage
