42 BEST VR Games, Ranked (2023)

Over the years, there have been tons of great VR games. Some are popular, while others fly under the radar. If you are a fan of VR, this guide will show you the 42 best VR games so that you can find the next best one.

We will try to include as many genres and different types of games so that everyone finds their new favorite VR experience. With that said, let’s dive right in and get started.

After years and years of waiting for Half-Life 3, Valve decided to make a VR game called Half-Life Alyx. It is a prequel to the original Half-Life games and takes place between the events of Half-Life and Half-Life 2. You play as Alyx Vance, a member of the resistance fighting against the Combine, an alien occupying force.

While I was skeptical at first, the game itself is extremely impressive. Making full use of the Source 2 engine, Half-Life has never looked better.

It isn’t just the best FPS VR game, it is the best VR game as well. Alyx has an incredibly immersive world, fleshed-out characters, and top-notch shooting mechanics.

What sets Half-Life Alyx apart from other entrancing VR games is that it’s not just a shooting gallery. To progress, you’ll need to solve various puzzles that make use of the unique capabilities of VR.

If you are familiar with VR, it is not a surprise that Beat Saber is in the top spot. The game is extremely fun due to how much replayability it has.

You can choose from thousands of songs – custom or official – and enjoy the game. You have to cut the correct colored blocks to progress and earn points.

While the game loop is nothing new, the entire visual-auditory experience of you swinging flashy lightsabers and jamming through high-octane electronica on a VR platform makes Beat Saber truly unique.

The game also features a healthy dose of mods and challenges. With a PC and a link cable, you can also download more songs to expand your track list, making the game feel fresh with every play!

Virtual reality has disrupted how many people socialize with others beyond their normal social circles. No game embodies this more than VR Chat⁠—a metaverse where you can hang out with friends, join communities, and attend virtual events, conducted through your VR headset and controls.

In VR Chat, you can pick and customize your avatar in any way you want. Sonic the Hedgehog, a Genshin Impact character, or a real-life actor suit your fancy? No problem! Though, you’ll mostly come across anime girls.

While not a game per se, VR Chat is a fascinating social experiment that’s worth checking out, especially if you want to see the potential of virtual reality for social interactions.

I cannot talk about the best VR games and not mention the legendary Resident Evil 4. At this point, the game has been released on almost every major platform. With the remake, the game surged in popularity again and took the spotlight – as it should.

Join the journey of Leon as he travels through villages and castles to rescue the president’s daughter – Ashley. If you thought that the game was scary before, imagine how you’d feel in VR.

Without delving into the spoiler category, just playing through the starting village section gave me goosebumps as it truly felt like I was at the location thanks to the Meta Quest 2.

Skyrim’s widespread acclaim has pushed it into nearly every gaming console. So it’s only natural that Bethesda would vie its RPG epic for a place in the virtual reality market.

And it did not disappoint. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR is every bit as imaginative and engrossing as its original 2011 release. From the very beginning, you’re immediately immersed in the game’s fantastical world with its sweeping score and breathtaking landscapes.

The game’s combat system has also been updated to fully track your hand movements, making for a more intuitive and natural way to wield weapons and shields using realistic movements.

Pistol Whip is unlike most VR titles: it offers that delightful middle ground between giving you complete control of your movement and allowing you to stand in place.

This title is a fun VR rhythm shooter game that doesn’t stop short of making you feel like you’re a fearless action superstar. It essentially combines Beat Saber with an FPS game.

If you enjoy a combination of bullet hell shooters and rhythm games, Pistol Whip is sure to provide you with plenty of entertainment.

Although it’s not a multiplayer VR game, there are leaderboards and scoreboards to see how you fare against friends and people all around the world.

With almost everyone jumping on the Among Us train, not less than a few years ago, the game had become somewhat of a staple in the community. Now, you can enjoy the game completely in VR and prove to your friends that you are not the imposter.

Playing Among Us in VR changes the dynamic of the game as you have to be aware of your surroundings before you interact with other players or objects. Plus, it gives the game a scary vibe if you aren’t the imposter.

With so much deception and intrigue in a single package, the VR element takes the cat-and-mouse chase of Among Us to an entirely new level.

Demeo is a title that takes the tabletop genre and elevates it to a whole new level by adding interactive and exciting VR elements. Party up with up to 4 players, and exercise strategy, instincts, bluff, and cunning to battle the forces of evil.

The best part is that you can also share your stories with different players in-game at Heroes’ Hangout. Plus, with cross-platform compatibility, you’d get lost in time the moment you step foot inside!

I am a massive fan of The Walking Dead franchise. Naturally, I was excited to see that there was a Walking Dead game on VR that I could play.

The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is one of the best AAA VR games for Meta Quest 2. As the title suggests, the game revolves around surviving a zombie apocalypse, where you have to use every tool at your disposal to make it out alive.

With new updates to the base game, you can expect newer levels, different enemies, and more fun. The game is quite fun and a must-have for VR users as it provides a good mix between horror and action.

Five Nights at Freddy’s has garnered massive support from the community thanks to how good the game is. It even has a movie now! If the normal game felt creepy, crank that up to 10 because the Meta Quest 2 will have you screaming.

Five Night at Freddy’s: Help Wanted brings the terrifying scares of the mainline FNAF games, as well as new modes, and puts them into a horror-filled VR setting.

With an eerily familiar sense of immersion and some of the most memorable scares in any VR horror game to date, FNAF: Help Wanted is a must-have for horror fans

Whether you play it on VR or normal, Superhot is a fun game that has a unique concept. When you move, the world around you moves. You have to carefully navigate through levels and take out enemies as a single hit can mean game over.

In VR, you can truly test your limits as you can dodge bullets by ducking or simply weaving to the side. Plus, you can pick up objects like weapons and use them to your advantage.

While the game might seem easy at first, it quickly becomes challenging as you have to take on more and more waves of enemies in different ways.

Horizon Call of the Mountain has its own special PSVR2 launch bundle and it is pretty clear that Sony is considering it a flagship title. The game is built from the ground up to utilize every feature offered by PSVR2 and is a great showcase for the new hardware.

Just like Astro Bot was a good tutorial game for the PS5, Horizon is aiming to be a great introduction to VR for PlayStation fans.

Graphically speaking, Horizon Call of the Mountain is a stunning game. If you love the universe of Horizon, Call of the Mountain would be a treat for you to explore in virtual reality. The combat might not be as action-packed as the other games but it is very immersive.

Little Cities is a relaxing game that brings out your creativity. Create your own little city and watch it come to life – from a humble village to a bustling metropolis. Design the layout and strategically plot amenities to make a perfect city where your citizens love to live.

Fans of city builders will love Little Cities as you have to place each building by hand and watch it grow along with your city. Plus, the Snowy Islands DLC features two new islands to transform with a generous sprinkling of fresh Attractions, buildings, utilities, and the occasional avalanche.

Dungeons of Eternity is a hack-n-slash adventure where you have to swing swords, throw axes, use bows, wield magic staffs, and more to make it out alive. With the power of VR, you will be immersed in a fantasy adventure like no other.

You can either play the game solo or co-op with up to 3 friends for an unforgettable cooperative experience. Plus, there are randomly generated dungeons across multiple game modes and realms – no dungeon run is the same.

The game also allows a lot of customization as you can craft your playstyle and appearance through loadouts, upgrades, and a diverse set of character customization options

If you’re a fan of anime or mystery-solving games, Dyschoronia will be right up your alley. Thanks to the recent updates, the story finally has an epic conclusion.

The game features an engaging story that will leave an impact on you thanks to the way it is presented. You have to carefully look at all the clues and solve the mystery by completing puzzles among other things.

You can get the entire bundle to solve multiple crimes and have a great time

What do you get when you mix a no-holds-barred demon shooter and virtual reality? Doom VFR is one of the most intense VFR games out there.

Unlike in Pistol Whip, which automatically directs your gaze toward the firefight, this game will have a horde of enemies coming at you from all sides. You’ll have to think fast and shoot even faster to survive the onslaught of demons.

While the game is mildly held back by clunky controls, DOOM VFR is still one of the most iconic titles in the virtual reality FPS space.

War Thunder is a VR game where you’re able to pilot some of the most historically accurate aircraft out there! It lets you duke it out with your fellow players in an epic airtime brawl. You’ve got weapons at your disposal – large amounts, to be precise.

Hear the enemy blow up, take that time to switch targets, and appreciate the beauty of the virtual sky while you’re at it – the fun never stops! Pair all of this with the comprehensiveness of an MMO, and you have a complete VR package at your disposal.

However, don’t forget to take some water breaks in between, or the never-ending fun will quite literally form an unquenchable thirst in you, once the online banter gets rolling!

As a fan of Guitar Hero, it was a surprise to see a game in VR resembling it. While it isn’t exactly Guitar Hero, Unplugged allows you to rock out to some of the biggest and most insanely cool songs from world-famous rock bands, including The Offspring, Weezer & Ozzy Osbourne, using just your hands.

It gives you the adrenaline of playing the guitar on stage in front of thousands of fans. Pick up your virtual guitar, select a song, match your fingers to the chords, strum the strings at the right time, and engage the crowd.

You can unlock new venues, songs, guitars, and much more as you try to become a rock legend.

Blade & Sorcery: Nomad is a fun sandbox VR experience that possesses an expansive and often ridiculous combat system that makes full use of the physics engine.

You can wield and equip a variety of fun weapons; from swords and hatchets to magical scepters. You can also use your surroundings to your advantage, as you may throw foes into walls or utilize environmental traps to dispatch your enemies.

Blood & Truth is a fast-paced VR shooter that puts you in the shoes of an elite Special Forces soldier, Ryan Marks. In this title, you’re tasked to take down a crime lord and save your family by any means necessary.

It fuses the best aspects of an FPS game with the best bits of a heist movie into one phenomenal VR experience. From racing through the streets of London on the back of a van to infiltrating a hostile enemy base in a casino, this game will have your heart pounding.

Whether you equip a pistol, sniper rifle, or pump action shotgun, you’ll be sure to have a blast taking down enemies in gorgeous settings and taking part in some of the most exhilarating set-pieces you’ll ever experience.

Population: One is an ambitious battle royale game where you can climb, build, and fly in VR. One unique thing about this game is the ability to fly and take the fight up to the sky.

What makes this fun is that the gun mechanics are quite responsive and smooth. Plus, the increased range of motion adds a whole new level of strategies to the battle royale genre.

Firewall: Zero Hour is a tactical FPS game that pits two teams of four mercenaries against each other in objective-based missions. With 12 playable character types and a plethora of weapons and loadout choices to choose from, no two Firewall matches are ever the same, making for a very dynamic and fun experience.

There are multiple modes that you can cycle through to fully enjoy the game. Besides tactical skill and precise aiming, teamplay and communication are key to victory in this solid FPS shooter game.

Onward is a military-simulation VR game that puts you in the shoes of a soldier in battle. While the game draws many similarities to the iconic FPS franchise such as 5-vs-5 gameplay, it also differentiates itself with a slew of innovative gameplay mechanics that are designed specifically for VR.

You’ll be required to perform all the functions of a soldier in battle, such as loading your gun with ammo in real-time and using guns that are true to their time. Mini maps and radars are also absent, which further adds to the immersion.

Fracked is a PlayStation VR shooter that seamlessly combines relentless ‘run-and-cover’ gunfights with free and fluid skiing and climbing. You will be skiing down the snowy mountains, climbing giant platforms, and gliding through empty compounds while being tied to a zipline.

The movements are fluid and everything feels smooth as butter. One nice thing about the game is that every action you do feels tactile and doesn’t feel like a simple push of a button.

Payday 2 VR is an awesome game that puts you in the shoes of Dallas, Hoxton, Wolf, and Chains. Go on an insane crime spree with up to 3 of your friends and perform heists in different banks and institutions in Washington DC.

If you enjoyed the standard Payday 2, you are surely to love Payday 2 VR as well. It allows you to experience everything in VR and take your heists to the next level. Fans of shooter games and TV series’ like Money Heist will surely enjoy Payday 2 VR.

Resist is a Meta-exclusive action RPG that’s rich with lore and offers a unique spin on the genre. Making full use of Meta Quest 2’s motion controls, Resist offers one of the most fleshed-out and fun movement mechanics we’ve seen in an action RPG.

The game also features additional difficulty levels, a plethora of modes, and a bunch of hidden achievements for avid gamers to sink their teeth into.

With an engaging story campaign as the icing on the cake, as well as multiple side quests and deep skill trees, Resist is a game that’s worth your time.

Down the Rabbit Hole is a VR adventure that takes place in Wonderland before Alice’s arrival. You will discover a girl in search of her lost pet, Patches, who has wandered into Wonderland.

Plus, you control the girl’s fate by plotting her journey through an immersive diorama that wraps around you.

Through the game’s many twists and turns, you will find yourself exploring the most wondrous corners of Wonderland, solving puzzles, uncovering secrets, and making choices about the story along the way

The Climb 2 builds on the foundation of its predecessor with memorable level designs, tense environments, and breathtaking new heights.

It is a mesmerizing VR experience that achieves precisely what it sets out to do – give you an unparalleled sense of triumph as you attempt to summit each level. If you want a challenge, consider playing against ghost avatars to serve as a fun-hearted competition with friends for your next climb.

Just make sure that you don’t look down or you might lose your grip

If you’re a fan of action RPGs where you progressively grow in power and might, then this title is one of Meta’s most charming games. Journey of the Gods sets you out on a fantastical journey where you need to stop sinister characters from destroying your land.

With an art style that’s both charming and pleasant to the eye, the world is brought to life in a way that makes you feel like you’re truly within its world.

If there were more rich character interactions, the game would rival even the best RPGs on the console.

I love table tennis but I can’t play it all the time since my friends aren’t available 24/7. However, thanks to Eleven Table Tennis, I can now play the game with either AI or other players.

The game has a great physics engine that allows you to properly play the game without it feeling too “arcadey“. With physics designed to be as real as ever achieved in a Table Tennis simulator, you will forget you are in VR.

Working a job can be quite tiring and cumbersome. To unload some stress, you’ll want to play games and have a fun time. Now, imagine if you also worked a job while playing a game.

Alright, I know I didn’t do a good job at selling Job Simulator but the game is extremely fun thanks to how chaotic it can get. You can choose between different jobs and try to perform them to the best of your ability.

Some jobs are quite difficult while others are a breeze. The best part is that you will have a good time just listening to the narrator speak. Unlike working in real life, working in VR is a blast and I love it

Sushi Ben is a unique experience that will be a delight for all anime fans. Featuring exciting 3D manga panels, Sushi Ben is a narrative adventure where you have to fish, catch bugs, snap photos, and more, all to save a beloved local sushi bar from some dastardly land sharks!

Without a doubt, the best part about the game is its cast. There are so many interesting characters that you’ll either love or hate. From your friendly neighborhood landlady to the mysterious shrine janitor, you’ll have to complete quests to get them to dine with you.

The entire gameplay is quite unique as well. This is made even better thanks to the power of VR.

This is a game where friendships are ruined. I played Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes with my friend and we had so many miscommunications, it’s unreal.

Playing the game in VR is truly nerve-racking as you feel like you are in the room with the bomb. You’ll have to carefully explain what you see to your partner and hope that they find the correct instructions from the manual.

Since they cannot see the bomb, you’ll have to describe everything in great detail. There are several puzzles that you’ll have to solve to defuse the bomb safely.

PowerWash Simulator is a game that I didn’t expect to like as much as I do. And I’m talking about the normal PC version of the game. To my surprise, there is a VR version as well and I could not be more happy about it.

As the name suggests, you take the role of a power washer who has to clean the entire area or object. The game is quite satisfying as you slowly remove all the dirt, rust, and other grimy stuff from whatever you are cleaning.

The levels can range from you cleaning a car to an entire subway or a playground. Playing in VR is quite fun as you can clean every corner without any issues and have a great time.

Seeing the end result is always worth the time and effort.

I cannot state how much I love the Blair Witch movie. When the game came out, I was the happiest person on Earth. Thankfully, there is a VR version as well which enhances the overall experience.

Unlike classic horror games, this is more of a psychological thriller with a few jumpscares here and there. You roam around in a forest trying to solve the mystery and safely get out.

As the game progresses, things become more and more insane and you’ll have to avoid enemies as well. Playing in VR can make the game even more scarier than it already is.

When Theif Simulator came out, I had a blast playing it on PC. After trying out the VR version, the game was even more fun than before. While the original game was anxiety-inducing, the VR version cranked that up to ten.

You have to sneak around houses and steal things to complete missions. Make sure that you carefully scope out the residents of the house to know their routine.

Some houses are easy to break into while others will require tons of skill and effort. As the game progresses, you unlock new skills and tools to help you become a better thief. Plus, the narrative is surprisingly interesting and will have you wanting more.

Imagine Tetris: one of the most iconic and timeless video games of all time. From there, bring in an infusion of fresh concepts and a graphical and auditory overhaul, and you get Tetris Effect.

Tetris Effect takes the classic formula of the beloved tile stacking game, then flips it on its head with vibrant graphics, a thumping soundtrack, and 30+ stages that you can play to compete with others.

With overwhelmingly positive scores on Metacritic and Steam, Tetris Effect is undoubtedly the best rendition of the classic Tetris formula in the VR

Phasmophobia VR is a game optimized to make you experience all the horrors and thrills of the paranormal world. As a team of 4 players, you – along with your team – are tasked to enter haunted locations, and gather evidence.

With over 10 locations and 4 different game modes, Phasmophobia does a great job of keeping the experience fresh, whether it’s your first game or the 1000’th. The crust of the game lies in your ability to cooperate with your teammates.

By monitoring every corner through the CCTVs, and looking out for each other, the evidence is just a step away! Pair the realism of VR with all of this, and you’re essentially living in a horror movie

Subnautica VR is an enthralling virtual reality game that plunges players into the depths of an unknown oceanic realm. This game’s terrain is set in a peculiar extraterrestrial water world where adventurers must explore and thrive in an immense and varied environment that teems with perils and marvels.

Utilizing VR tech to the fullest, Subnautica lets one become completely engrossed in the deep-sea environment, delving into its breathtaking visual and sonic elements with a sense of authenticity that is truly staggering.

While navigating the game’s terrain, players have the opportunity to harvest resources, establish bases, and construct tools that can help them survive!

If you look fondly at the Schezuan sauce debacle a few years ago, then you’re the perfect audience for this VR game. In Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-Ality, you play as a Morty clone in a weird and wacky reality that is the Rick and Morty Universe.

One moment, you’re in Rick’s garage working on some gadget. The next, you’re in an interdimensional portal with aliens out to get you.

The characters all retain that sense of humor from the TV show, so if the show was your jam, this should be a no-brainer pick. But instead of Morty taking the brunt of the verbal abuse, you’re absorbing it instead, all in VR!

The game is a bit short, but for what it lacks in length, it makes up for with substance. There are interesting puzzles and missions the game provides, so even if you don’t remember the show too much, there’s still some entertainment value you can get out of this game.

Zenith: The Last City is an anime MMO that features luscious landscapes and relaxing towns. The game has a ton of glorious features: a fun character progression system, challenging dungeons, plenty of co-op events, an intricate storyline, and exceptional combat mechanics, just to name a few.

Multiplayer capabilities are also excellent, as the game is designed with servers that can accommodate a large number of online players.

No Man’s Sky wasn’t exactly a great game when it first launched. However, the developers put in the work over the years and made it into something truly beautiful and admired by the community.

It’s a space exploration game that has elements like fleet management, base building, and more. You can easily get lost in the game just by looking at the amazing planets it generates. It’s a remarkable and nice-looking game that is 10x better when played with friends in VR.

Conclusion

And there you have it; those are the 42 best VR Games games that you can play right now. If you are a fan of VR, there are tons of fun and amazing games for you to try out. Make sure that you check out the games from our list and you’re bound to find a good one.

Which VR game is your favorite? Did we miss a game that should have been on the list? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!