Over the past decade, VR has transitioned from a rare, and often useless, relic of the 90s’ technological dreams, to a new form of gaming that becomes more commonplace with each year. With the first year of a new decade upon us, VR has really started to come into its own and carve out a place for itself in the gaming industry.
Of course, as VR technology improves, so do the games that can be played on it. With each new game comes a more ambitious and immersive experience than the last; and with the events of the last year still at the forefront of most people’s lives, it’s no wonder more and more people are starting to look to VR for escape. So, what do we have to look forward to? Well, here are some VR games you forgot were coming in 2021.
10 Sniper Elite VR
Fans of the Sniper Elite series will be thrilled to hear that a brand-new Sniper Elite game has been made just for VR. With all new maps, missions, and gameplay, plus the top tier graphics, storytelling, and weaponry of the previous games, fans won’t want to miss this one.
Sniper Elite VR will be playable on the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or Valve Index. Sniper Elite VR will provide a whole new experience for fans of the series; taking stealth, aiming, and immersion to a whole new level.
9 Lone Echo 2
With an initial release date set for 2019, it seems Lone Echo 2 is finally going to be released this year. The loyal fan base has been fiercely anticipating the next installment in the series. Like its predecessor, Lone Echo 2 will focus on space exploration, problem solving, and sci-fi mystery. Additionally, gamers can look forward to improved graphics and a continuation of the first game’s story, but with even greater stakes and darker mysteries. Lone Echo 2 will be available to play on the Oculus Rift and Rift S.
8 Wraith: The Oblivion – Afterlife
Set to release spring of 2021, Wraith: The Oblivion –Afterlife is the first installment in an upcoming series of VR horror games from Fast Travel Games Studio. Though their first attempt at a VR game, Wraith promises to be one of the scariest games of 2021. In this game you play as a wraith with supernatural powers, acting as both the hunter and the prey. Stalk the halls and hide from even worse monsters using the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or Valve Index.
7 Sam & Max: This Time It’s Virtual!
Sam and Max are back in their fourth game, but this time it’s virtual! Coming 2021 Sam and Max will feature in their first ever VR game; taking their zany antics to a whole new dimension – literally. This game is a must for anyone that loves the wackier VR games. With ferociously funny dialogue, slapstick humor, out-of-this-world plots, and a Who Framed Roger Rabbit-esque vibe, Sam & Max: This Time it’s Virtual! is bound to be a highlight of 2021.
6 Maskmaker
Maskmaker is one of the most mysterious and intriguing games on this list. Full of puzzles and exquisite vistas, Maskmaker boasts a unique premise and beautiful art style just waiting to be discovered. Play as the maskmaker’s apprentice and unravel the mysteries of the world, solve puzzles, explore, and of course, make masks. From the creators of A Fisherman’s Tale, this game is sure to wow. This mystifying adventure will be available on the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or Valve Index.
5 Low-Fi
VR can sometimes make us feel like we are living in the future, especially when playing games like Low-Fi; the perfect blend of the aesthetics of Blade Runner, The Fifth Element, and Ready Player One. In this game you play as a cop of a slum district with free rein of the futuristic open world. Soon to be available on the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or Valve Index, Low-fi promises a game experience like no other. Patrol the streets and skies alike, fight crime, solve mysteries, or gamble, feed corruption, and unleash chaos; the choice is yours.
4 Cooking Simulator VR
Ready to experience the joys of cooking in a whole new way? Think you can handle the heat? Then get ready for Cooking Simulator in VR. Whether you love to cook, get creative in the kitchen, or just like making a mess, Cooking Simulator VR promises endless possibilities.
The name of the game when it comes to simulators is realism, so what better form for a cooking sim to take than VR? Available on all the main VR platforms, Cooking Simulator VR guarantees a fun new cooking experience for anyone looking to take their cooking to the next level – or just make a mess.
3 Eye Of The Temple
An Indiana Jones-esque game, Eye of the Temple is sure to be a favorite among puzzle solvers in 2021. Armed with a whip and a torch, journey into an ancient temple, traverse obstacles, solve riddles, and take on the mysteries of this new VR world. Unlike in other VR games, Eye of the Temple requires the player to really move. You’ll have to step from block to block, dodge objects, and even keep your balance while crossing precarious paths. Soon to be playable on the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or Valve Index.
2 After The Fall
After the Fall is a highly anticipated Co-op FPS coming 2021. Set in 2005 L.A., two decades after the apocalypse, After the Fall follows the story of the few survivors as they try to reclaim their lost world. From the creators behind Arizona Sunshine, After the Fall is sure to be an epic ride. Unlike most other VR games After the Fall has a real emphasis on its multiplayer capabilities. A co-op VR experience like no other, sure to be one of the best VR games of 2021.
1 Mare
Released in early January, Mare is the perfect VR game for anyone looking to experience a visually stunning, calm, puzzle solver. Though passive in its gameplay style, Mare is not to be overlooked. With a beautiful low-poly art style, lovingly crafted design, and wonderfully imaginative story, Mare is a quiet gem in 2021s VR gaming line-up. Fly through a world like no other. Explore and experience the magical, dramatic, and relaxing land of Mare. It is available to play now on the Oculus Quest.
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