Virtual Reality, also known as VR, is a field that is gaining more and more interest both within and outside the gaming community. It involves simulating virtual environments created by computers in which a user can be present.
A virtual game is played with a virtual reality headset and can be multiplayer or not. However, acquiring a virtual headset costs money. We have compiled a list of games you can test and play for free so you can fully enjoy your headset.
What are the free virtual games on Oculus Store?
Several free games are available on the Oculus Store. We can mention:
1 – Echo VR
Echo VR is a competitive game played in teams of 3. You find yourself in a zero-gravity arena, and your goal is to score in the opposing team’s goal. You can pass to your teammates but also attack opponents to temporarily stun them. Available on the Quest.
2 – Ancient Dungeon
Ancient Dungeon is a pixel-style Minecraft game available on the Quest, where you must explore a dungeon. This dungeon has multiple levels where you can: fight with a sword, throw knives, shoot arrows, defeat bosses, and upgrade your equipment.
3 – Pavlov Shack
Pavlov is a competitive shooting game initially released for PC VR headsets but now available for free in beta version on Quest and Quest 2. It offers a realistic gaming experience. You can play in normal or competitive mode, depending on your preference. There is also an offline solo mode if you do not want to play in a group.
4 – First Steps
The game “First Steps” is one of the must-haves for making your first steps in virtual reality in a very fun way.
5 – Bogo
Bogo is a free VR game available on Quest and Quest 2 that allows you to play with a virtual pet. The game is very engaging, but unfortunately, the adventure is not very long. However, the game will still provide you with a great experience!
6 – Epic Roller Coasters
It is an arcade game that takes you through different landscapes via roller coasters, playable on Oculus headsets. It simulates an environment with high graphics, giving you the impression of a real world!
What are the free games available via SideQuest?
SideQuest allows you to browse the latest virtual games and applications, install and load them on the Oculus Quest VR headset. Note that you need the Oculus Link to connect SideQuest to your headset. On this platform, you can find free games and demos. It offers several categories of games such as adventure, construction, combat, sports, and more.
1 – Pokémon VR
Pokémon VR is a game with many players. This game takes you through the 3D world of Pokémon, offering a totally unique experience. You can select your trainer and discover KANTO from a new angle with virtual reality.
You need to train your team, evolve them, battle gym leaders, and collect all badges to progress to higher levels. Pokémon VR is a whole new world where you can communicate with other trainers using advanced features like voice chat.
2 – Attack on Quest
This game was entirely designed for the Oculus Quest. In this game, you will find features that provide unforgettable sensations. Several functions include a damage system for armored titan mode, with overall movement speed.
An internet connection is required for monthly kills, with the replacement of the lifetime kill leaderboard by a monthly leaderboard in the new version. Attack on Quest also offers further blade ejection with a hand momentum.
3 – Tea for God
Tea For God is a completely free, unique, and original SideQuest VR game available for the Oculus Quest. It is a stealth shooter game that uses room-scale to create maps whenever a level is generated. Thus, you can endlessly wander and sneak around your house in virtual reality. The game has several difficulty levels and options to customize and upgrade your equipment.
4 – Axegend (Demo)
Axegend is a virtual reality strategy game with rogue mechanisms to spice up replayability. The game offers a multitude of weapons and skills to customize, many traps to set, and numerous gags to experience!
You can customize your combat style, with fiery and bloody battles against large teams. You also get bonuses and weapon controls. The ultimate goal is to save a princess and solve the world’s mystery.
