VR Reviews

10Oct

By StuartNo Comments

Exploding Kittens VR – Quest 3 Review

If you haven't heard of Exploding Kittens then where have you been hiding? Not only is it a popular physical card game but also a Netflix series. It is now, thanks to Asmodee Entertainment and Saber Interactive, a video game. I present to you Exploding Kittens VR! I know what an unexpected name. Released on the Meta store for Quest 3, Quest Pro as well as the Quest 2 you can take on friends, foe and AI in this heart stopping chaotic card game where the main aim is to blow up your friends. WARNING: HIGH LEVELS OF EXPLOSIVI-KITTY As someone who loves it when card games make the jump to VR I was super excited to play Exploding Kittens VR. So let's dive into the virtual world and see the experience. Gameplay The gameplay loop is quite straightforward in Exploding Kittens VR; Don't Blow Up!...

10Oct

By Mike BucekNo Comments

VR Reviews

Escaping Wonderland Quest 3 Review

Escaping Wonderland is a standalone sequel to Down the Rabbit Hole, and an all new story from the developers Cortopia Studios. The game offers a unique twist on the classic Alice in Wonderland Tale, blending VR with puzzle solving and 3D side scrolling. Escaping Wonderland is available on the Meta Quest store for £15.99. Escape the Ordinary Have you played Down the Rabbit Hole? Are you looking to play this sequel? Let us know in the comments below! Gameplay The story of Escaping Wonderland centres around Molly as she makes her way through the world of Alice in Wonderland. The goal is to make it through a series of puzzles, all the whilst helping Molly to her recover her memory. But there is a twist, is Molly really trying to escape from Wonderland? Or is Wonderland her escape? The g...

4Oct

By StuartNo Comments

VR Reviews

Starship Home – Quest 3 Review

Ever had dreams about your front room being a starship and journeying around space? Well, developer and publisher Creature have aimed to achieve just that. In Starship Home you set out on an expedition to discover new plants and maybe just maybe, restore balance to the universe. Sounds good right? InterPLANTary Journey Released on Quest 3, this mixed-reality game really sets the bar for what is possible. Now read on to find out just what happened when a little box got delivered to the middle of my front room. Gameplay Starting up the game you are launched straight into mixed reality and heading through the setup process. If you haven't set up your room space yet, now is the opportunity. I urge you to take your time and create the space as accurately as possible. Take extra care to add ...

1Oct

By StuartNo Comments

VR Reviews

The Mixologist – Quest 3 Review

Ever fancied yourself a bartender? Well now is your chance with The Mixologist! Developed and published by Flat Hill Games, The Mixologist aims to deliver a real life experience for maximum VR immersion. What'll It Be? Whether playing in co-op with your friends or forging your own career, does The Mixologist deliver on its potential? Let's find out. Gameplay The gameplay loop to The Mixologist is very straightforward. You start a shift at a bar, make some drinks to earn some cash, and then the shift ends. In principle. Obviously nothing is ever as straightforward as it sounds. Starting the game you are given a brief tutorial by a gentleman behind the bar. After pouring a few drinks and following some instructions, you soon find yourself holding the keys to the place. From there on o...

26Sep

By StuartNo Comments

VR Reviews

Brink Traveler – Quest 3 Review

You may not have heard of Brink Traveler before stumbling upon this review, but let me tell you something, you won't forget it now. Developed and published by Brink XR, Brink Traveler aims to take you to locations that you may have only ever heard of. The developers captured all locations in volumetric 3D. Sounds good right? Let's go explore this VR experience! Take Your First Step If you have Brink Traveler and want to join us as we explore new locations, why not tell us your favourite spots? Who knows, we might see you out there! Gameplay There isn't much to the gameplay of Brink Traveler. Basically you choose a location, transport there and explore. This does the game a disservice though. As what it does incredibly well, is give you the true feeling of actually being there. Using yo...

30Aug

By Mike BucekNo Comments

VR Reviews

Big Shots – Quest 3 Review

Developed by AlterEyes and published by MyDearest Inc. Big Shots is an action-packed VR roguelite. You’ll have to battle alien hordes, earn upgrades, and forge an unstoppable mech to reclaim Earth. Big Shots originally released on PCVR and PlayStation VR2 earlier this year to mixed results. So how does the currently released version (available on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and PCVR) stand up? Calling The Shots On Quest How does Big Shots cope with the move to the standalone headset? Check out our review and let us know in the comments if you are going to take the plunge into the game. Gameplay Big Shots is a wave shooting game that can be played solo or co-op, all the while piloting your mech. Beat the waves to collect money which can be spent upgrading your mech or even purchasing ne...

27Aug

By StuartNo Comments

Previews & Early Access, VR Reviews

Into the Radius 2 – PCVR Preview

Into The Radius 2 is out in Early Access! This is the gritty sequel to, yes, you guessed it, Into The Radius. Developed and Published by CM Games, you are once again venturing into the Pechorsk Security Zone. This time, however, you don't have to go alone! Anomalies Are Everywhere Were you a fan of the first iteration of Into The Radius? Are you going to head back out and dive into the treacherous environment littered with anomalies? Good luck! Gameplay For those who have played the first game, you will be instantly at home in Into The Radius 2. CM Games has tried to keep it as similar as possible to allow that familiarity. For those new to the whole world, then let's dive into what makes Into The Radius a great little franchise. When you first fire up Into The Radius 2, you are tak...

22Aug

By Stuart1 Comment

VR Reviews

Toy Trains VR – Quest 3 Review

Toy Trains VR is incredible. There I've said it right from the get-go. End of the review, c'mon everyone let's go back to playing Toy Trains VR. What? You want to read more about why I believe this is one of the best uses of VR out there? Well as the review train pulls into Thumb Culture station, make sure you've got your ticket as we head out on this journey. Let's Keep This Review On Track Something Random both developed and published this track-building puzzler. However, they did not condone the use of train puns. That being said, I'm going to do my best to throw as many puns into this review as possible. Let us know in the comments how many you found. Don't worry they shouldn't derail the review. Gameplay What Something Random have created with Toy Trains VR is nothing short of ...

Terra Alia: A Multilingual Adventure – Quest 3 Review

20Aug

By StuartNo Comments

VR Reviews

Terra Alia: A Multilingual Adventure – Quest 3 Review

Are you looking for something totally different? Well, look no further than Terra Alia, an enchanting game where technology, magic and language mix into an immersive experience. Think Duolingo, but on steroids and in VR! Developed and published by 30 Parallel Inc, at the time of writing the game was on sale on the Meta Store at just under £8. What an absolute bargain for an interactive learning experience. I mean who doesn't love learning when its gamified! Pick Your Language If you are looking to learn a new language, then let us know whether Terra Alia takes your fancy in the comments. Gameplay In essence, Terra Alia looks to help you learn one of ten different languages. It just takes you on an enchanting journey in the process. Starting off just like any other game, firstly you ...

16Aug

By Tom McMylorNo Comments

VR Reviews

Arcade Paradise VR – PSVR2 Review

It's no surprise that I'm a big fan of Arcade Paradise. I'm going to be up my own coin slot and flex my credentials—back in 2022, I won the Arcade Paradise Woodgal JR competition and even earned the platinum trophy for the game. So, who better to review the VR version of the game than me? (A lot of people, actually.) Do I get paid for this? After the original game's critical acclaim. Arcade Paradise VR launched on Meta Quest systems on April 25th, and later on PC and PSVR2 on August 8th. The game was developed by Nosebleed Interactive and published by Wired Productions. Story On the surface, Arcade Paradise seems like it’s all about the gameplay, and that’s mostly true. But the whole package is wrapped up nicely with a story told through emails and voice messages. It’s a tale of someon...