VR gaming has taken the sector by using hurricane. It would not be wrong to keep in mind VR as the destiny of gaming. Thanks to Meta Quest 2, experiencing the latest games in virtual reality has been made incredibly affordable! Further, the pandemic and subsequent isolation have led to a surge in AAA titles and social games for VR.
As VR gains traction in gaming, developers are working overtime to create interactive and engaging VR games for people to enjoy. Recently, some amazing games have been announced in the second annual Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, while some super hit VR games are getting a sequel.
We have compiled a listing of the pinnacle 10 excellent upcoming VR games in the coming months. Some VR games on the list have a showed release date, whilst there are nevertheless a few TBA (To Be Announced) titles at the list. Check them out:
Top 10 Most Anticipated VR Games For Late 2022 to Early 2023
1) GTA San Andreas VR
Developer: Video Games Deluxe
Release Date: Late 2022
Platforms: Quest 2
GTA San Andreas VR is one of the most awaited games on the Quest 2 since last year’s Resident Evil 4 VR announcement. Playing GTA San Andreas in VR will be a dream come true for any AAA game fan out there. Rockstar has ported L.A Noire for VR in the past, but San Andreas will be the first game of the Grand Theft Auto series.
The 2004 hit was announced for VR by none other than the Founder and CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, indicating that the game would be Quest 2- focused.
2) Ghostbusters VR
Developer: Sony Pictures Virtual Reality
Release Date: April 2023
Platforms: Quest 2, PSVR2
The super hit sci-fi comedy from the 80s will finally land in VR so that you can hunt down ghosts from the comfort of your home! The announcement of Ghostbusters VR is ecstatic news for gamers out there who are fans of the classic. The trailer looks impressive, including unique gadgets from the original film and a multiplayer mode so you can stop menacing ghosts with your friends.
3) Onward 2
Developer: Downpour Interactive
Release Date: 2023
Platforms: Quest 2
With the incredible success of the first installment, fans are expecting an ‘Onward 2’, set to release somewhere in the first few months of 2023. The first game was pretty impressive, and you can easily term it the unofficial Call of Duty in VR. While at the time of writing this post, Onward 2 was accidentally announced by Mark Zuckerberg when he said he was “pretty excited for Onward 2.” and we’re expecting an official announcement at Connect 2022.
4) Horizon: Call of the Mountain
Developer: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Release Date: TBA
Platforms: PSVR 2
The widely popular ‘Horizon’ by Sony Interactive Entertainment has finally landed in VR! Recently announced ‘Horizon: Call of the Mountain’ has made headlines in the gaming world! The amazing work Guerrilla Games put into Horizon: Zero Dawn and Horizon forbidden west have fans hyped for the VR headset adaptation of the series.
5) Pokémon VR (Revomon Update)
Developer: Revomon
Release Date: September 2022
Platforms: Quest, Quest 2
Pokémon games have dominated on every platform! With origins from handheld Nintendo game boy consoles to smartphones, Pokémon games have always accumulated millions of fans around the world. While Nintendo hasn’t officially announced a Pokémon VR game, an exciting update is coming for the Side Quest Pokémon game by the end of 2022, which is on the Sidequest store as ‘Revomon’. This update will include a new island to explore, PVP battles, and much more!
If you’re a Pokémon fanatic, POK universe has lots of amazing content for you; make sure to check it out.
6) Among Us VR
Developer: Schell Games
Release Date: Holiday 2022
Platforms: Quest 2, PC VR
The 2020 superhit (released in 2018) has finally made it to VR! The game is about to launch all through excursion 2022, around November – December, however, you can still sign on for the beta version now. The VR version of the sport isn’t always a sequel to the authentic game and follows the identical sample because the cell/laptop version.
Following the massive success of TWD: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 1 comes Chapter 2! The first chapter received an extremely positive response because it provided unique gameplay and graphics as a standalone on the Quest 2. The first chapter was a complete package with outclass mechanics, fun gameplay and an enticing story. Fans are very optimistic about the second chapter.
8) Red Matter 2
Developer: Vertical Robot
Release Date: August 18th, 2022
Platforms: Quest 2, PC VR, PSVR2
Another sequel on this list is part two of one of the most popular games on VR. Red Matter gained a lot of attention because of its unique gameplay. If you check out the top VR games of all time, you’ll surely find Red Matter on the list. Red Matter 2 is close to release, and by the looks of the teaser, it seems extremely promising!
9) Assassin’s Creed: Nexus
Developer: Ubisoft
Release Date: TBA
Platforms: TBA
Another good news for AAA fans is a reliable leak that sent waves of excitement to Assassin’s Creed fans. A Reddit user leaked a video showing an Animus-style menu screen and mission selection which seemed to be an Assassin’s Creed VR game.
Codenamed Nexus, this installment of Assassin’s Creed will most likely be announced along with two other Assassin’s Creed games (Codenamed Infinity and Rift) that Ubisoft plans on unveiling in a special event in September 2022.
10) Pirates VR: Jolly Roger
Developer: Split Light Studio
Release Date: TBA
Platforms: PC VR
The last anticipated VR title on this list is a game we think no one would turn down. Pirates VR: Jolly Roger puts you in the shoes of a Caribbean buccaneer. The game’s teaser spread like wildfire because who wouldn’t want to be a pirate in VR? As the teaser suggests, Pirates VR will include land and sea exploration, and you will be able to dive into the ocean and loot sunken treasures while battling sharks!
Conclusion
Undoubtedly, the upcoming years are going to be fantastic for VR gamers around the world. From official announcements to reliable leaks, many incredible VR games are lined up to be released as we mark the end of 2022. We hope you found this post enjoyable to read; let us know in the comments below if you think any other upcoming VR title deserves to be on this list!
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