Single player VR games can be loads of fun on their own, but the magic of the technology often comes out when multiple people begin playing together on the platform. Whether it is through competitive shooter titles or co-op adventures, there really is something that everyone can enjoy with other people. So what are the best games available for each specific platform? You’ll have to read on to find out.
HTC Vive
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Onward [Price: $24.99]
Though Onward is technically still in early access, the game has already gained quite a reputation for being one of the highest quality multiplayer shooter simulators we have today. The game has received 92% positive reviews across its 1,309 reviews on Steam, showing just how many users have not only played the title but have taken the time out of their day to actually review the thing.
The development team describes the title as being a “Mil-Sim paced tactical multiplayer shooter”, and that description seems to be spot on. When playing the game, users move around with their virtual avatar, and can perform many of the actions they would in a regular multiplayer shooting game like Counter Strike: Global Offensive. Whether it’s reloading your ammo in a realistic mannor or knifing someone in the back, many players describe Onward to be the premiere immersive combat experience.
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Rec Room [Price: FREE]
Like multiplayer mini games? Then Rec Room is the title for you.
The title is free to play, and gives users access to a huge number of small sports games that they can play with other users around the world. Whether it’s paintball, charades, disc golf, or just hanging out, you can do it with other players in this game.
There are already a number of small communities that have been developed with the title, so you should be able to find a new group of friends to play with no matter where you are. You can check out the HTC Vive subreddit for meeting games and times.
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The Unspoken [Price: $29.99]
The Unspoken was one of the most exciting titles we checked out at Oculus Connect 3 back in October of 2016, and the full release of the game was no different.
In the title, the player takes the place of a wizard with a variety of different spells to cast, using various motions and button controls to be both offensive and defensive towards the enemy. You can teleport to different watch-points around the beautifully detailed maps to get a better aim on your enemy, and can use the Oculus Touch controllers to create intricate spells using hand movements.
The game is a 1 v 1 battle arena, and has great real-time tracking to make sure there is fast and accurate gameplay. The title is meant to be competitive to the point of a possible e-sport, and is quite a bit of fun to attempt to master.
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Playstation VR
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RIGS: Mechanized Combat League [Price: $49.99]
If you’re into giant fighting robots, then RIGS: Mechanized Combat League might be for you.
The game places players in a giant arena with shooter-style combat, where they can aim with their head movements and shoot with the Dualshock 4 controller. There are 3 different game modes for players to attempt to master, which adds an additional level of complexity to the multiplayer experience. This title can make you really feel like you’re driving a giant mechanized robot, so if that’s been your dream ever since you were a kid, this would be the game to check out.
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Battlezone [Price: $49.99]
Battlezone was originally a title launched for Atari, but has come back in full force with the onset of virtual reality. The game takes on a fun low-poly vibe, and makes most everything into a destructible object.
Your particular tank can be customized quite a bit to show off your specific style against the enemy, and can be rigged up to be be more offensive or defensive depending on what kind of play style you are going for. The game can be played co-op or alone, so jump in your tank and get ready to blow stuff up.
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VR Karts: Sprint [Price: $4.99]
Who doesn’t love some good old kart racing?
In VR Karts: Sprint, players will have the opportunity to race around various unique environments to compete for the fastest time. There is plenty of customization available to each of the players, including color options for your kart as well as accessories for your avatar.
Whenever you want to do some good old fashioned racing in, jump onto VR Karts: Sprint to get that classic Mario cart experience with players around the world.
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Google Daydream
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Wands [Price: $5.99]
Wands is a game very similar to The Unspoken. In the title, wizards will have the ability to choose special wands and a variety of different spells which they can use to cast at their disposal. You can switch spells on the fly using the button on the Daydream controller, and can even practice in the basement are while waiting for an opponent.
There are multiple different arenas that players can compete in, and you will have the ability to cast against bots in order to gain access to new spells. While it was pretty difficult to find another player to compete against at launch, there are quite a few players with the game at this point, so you shouldn’t have to worry any longer.
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Source: VR Source