We like science fiction so much because it allows us to imagine what our future will look like. Advanced civilizations living in peace or a post-apocalyptic world devoid of humans are both extremely possible outcomes. Science Fiction is also not afraid to address major issues that deal with politics, humanity, and technology.These stories often serve as warnings for what may be if we aren’t careful with our advances in technology and how we use them. The games on this list are all Sci-Fi at heart but bring their unique take on what they think the future holds for humanity.
10 Doctor Who: The Runaway
Doctor Who: The Runaway is a free 360-degree cinematic experience brought to you by the Doctor Who team at the BBC. The story is 13 minutes long, fully voice acted, and has stunning visuals that will make you feel you are really in the Doctor Who universe.
Take on the role of the Thirteenth Doctor’s assistant as she races against time to get a strange being back to his home planet before it’s too late. This is an enjoyable experience even if you aren’t familiar with the show.
9 Republique VR
Republique was originally a pancake game (non-VR) developed by industry veterans of series like Halo, Metal Gear, and F.E.A.R. In this case, Republique VR is a stealth-action game that takes place in a not-so-distant future where an oppressive government has taken over. You play the role of a hacker who helps the protagonist escape by hacking into the nation’s surveillance system.
Republique VR is a port of the same game with new 3D assets and puzzles that use the capabilities of VR. An amazing cast, including David Hayter, Jennifer Hale, Rena Strober, Khary Payton, and Dwight Schultz voices the game.
8 Raw Data
Raw Data is a techno-thriller tower defense game where your goal is to take down an evil corporation, Eden Corp, by stealing raw data from its headquarters.
The game offers four unique classes with a wide variety of weapons. You can use weapons like dual wield pistols, katanas, or fists to destroy enemies who get in your way. Raw Data has a cross-platform online co-op where you and a teammate share the same virtual space, requiring cooperation to succeed. There are also 1v1 and 5v5 PVP game modes across multiple king-of-the-hill maps.
7 The Secret Of Retropolis
In The Secret Of Retropolis, you take on the role of a robot detective hired by a movie star named Jenny Montage with sketchy motives. As you investigate the case, you uncover a conspiracy that goes deeper than anyone could have imagined.
This game takes place in a retro-futuristic world with elements taken straight from old-school noir detective stories. It is unique because it combines the classic point-and-click genre with the advanced capabilities of VR. The Secret Of Retropolis features handmade assets, voice actors, and an original score.
6 Blasters Of The Universe
Blasters Of The Universe is a first-person bullet hell game. You thought it was hard enough playing a bullet hell in 2D, so get yourself ready to move your body while playing this game. Dodge enemies and their bullets by physical actions like ducking, dodging, and twisting. The important thing to remember is that your head is the only thing that can take damage.
Each weapon has a unique frame that provides you with special abilities. As you level up, you will get different parts to upgrade these frames as you see fit.
5 Westworld Awakening
Westworld Awakening takes you inside the world of the hit television show of the same name. Taking place during the events of the second season, you take on the role of an awakened host named Kate. To save yourself, you must navigate the underworld by exploring different Delos buildings, interacting with other hosts, and solving puzzles. All while saving yourself from a serial killer host named Hank.
By playing this experience, you will get to see some famous scenes out of the television show and gain more insight into the story.
4 Vertigo Remastered
Vertigo Remastered is a new edition of the original 2016 game. The developers remastered the original title with fixes and new features made specifically for VR.
In this game, you take on the role of an alien from another universe who is transported to a scientific facility by a mysterious machine called the Quantum Reactor. As you try to escape the facility to return home, you will uncover the secrets of the Quantum Reactor and its creators.
New to Vertigo Remastered is a weapon handling and interaction system, new and returning enemies, a skill tree, checkpoints, and an original soundtrack.
3 Vader Immortal
Vader Immortal is a three-episode series taking place in the Star Wars universe. You take on the role of a smuggler who takes part in an epic saga while being pulled out of hyperspace in Mustafar, Darth Vader’s home planet, where the Sith Lord himself tasks you with solving an ancient mystery.
Vader Immortal has you exploring Darth Vader’s castle while mastering the Force and honing your lightsaber skills. The last episode concludes with an epic lightsaber battle with Darth Vader that will determine the fate of the planet.
2 Space Pirate Trainer
Space Pirate Trainer is a VR recreation of famous ‘80s arcade games like Space Invaders. It was also one of the first VR games that launched with first-generation VR headsets. Armed with a handful of tools like dual blasters and a shield, your goal is to defeat wave after wave of attack droids.
The game is a surprisingly good workout, as it forces you to be constantly moving while defeating droids. The heart-pumping soundtrack gets you into the groove, too. Space Pirate Trainer is still extremely popular today because it is a good first entry into VR if you’ve never experienced it before (or if you want to show a friend or friendly member how VR works).
1 Half-Life: Alyx
The award-winning Half-Life series returns with a new entry fully built for VR. Taking place in between the events of Half-Life and Half-Life 2, you take on the role of Alyx Vance. An alien race called the Combine threatens to wipe out humanity. As one founder of a resistance group, you will save the world by completing scientific research to find the weakness of the Combine. Explore the fully interactible world of Half-Life, solve puzzles, and fight the aliens in intense combat.
Half-Life: Alyx won the VR Game of the Year award in 2020 and for good reason. If there was ever a reason to invest in a VR rig, this game would be it.