Ten best free gearvr apps to download in 2017

Another thing to note is that this game can be found on Itch. IO, an online repository for indie games, and a surprising source of great VR titles. Those who can get a nostalgia boost from this title will be sure to love this VR version of the classic Wolfenstein game, however, so will new players!

Many enjoy the fluid controls and the fast pace, which are enhanced by VR-only capabilities, such as being able to snap-turn for greater mobility. For the more horror inclined, or for fans of Until Dawn: Rush of Blood , there is this survival shooter. Unceasingly creepy and dripping with a sinister atmosphere, Propagation VR will have the player standing their ground against an onslaught of terrifying enemies ranging from zombies to mutant monstrosities. Equipped with nothing but a pistol, a shotgun, and their own two fists, the player will have to utilize all of the tools at their disposal to survive.

Once it gets going, this game is non-stop action that will keep the player on their toes till the credits roll. Many gamers compare this title to a Resident Evil game for its setting and enemy design, which is high praise when speaking of a new horror game. Players can become especially terrified when enemies aren't just on a screen, but all around them. The game drowns you in charm and throws an endless abundance of fun ideas that breathe life into its platforming. It is great for getting kids into PSVR.

The player will control the little robot Astro, but that doesn't mean they don't have their own presence. Just as the player guides Astro across a variety of platforming challenges using traditional PlayStation controls, the player will also use themselves to crash through barriers with their head or dodge attacks aiming at themself.

Being cute, graphically impressive, and kid-friendly, Astro Bot Rescue Mission is an excellent first step into the world of VR, regardless of one's age or gaming capabilities. Younger players as well as those with children can all enjoy this VR experience together. The best VR games find ways to put the most content into as little space as possible--one of the many reasons why VR games have the player standing in place.

That being said, no other experience adheres to this idea better than a flight simulator. You'll be able to guide the child through the world to find the dog, doing very normal things like lifting up trees and moving boulders. Built for the Oculus Go but also available on Gear VR with controller support , Poker VR has daily tournaments against friends and other headset owners with 50 trophies up for grabs. Plus expressive avatars are designed to help you read tells though we wouldn't rely on this.

Free, oculus. We've got an odd title here, but it's all part of the charm. Here's a narrative-focused comedy-adventure game in a world where AI is so rampant that humans have lost their purpose. You play a human trying to break out and find freedom among our AI overlords.

Alright, you rebel scum. Poe Dameron needs your help in the Star Wars universe. You'll need to get down and repair BB-8 and other adorable droids so that they're ready to take on the First Order.

Each of the droids has its own personality, and this one is even connected to the story of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. May the Force be with you. You'll be trapped by Pennywise the Dancing Clown, and you'll have to choose your path and escape. Sounds simple, right? Well, if only these things were that simple. Just as Georgie discovered. The table-top racing favourite has been brought into virtual reality, but don't worry, it looks just how you remember it.

You still play with a bird's-eye view, but with the added immersion of VR. The main drawback is the lack of multiplayer, but it's still as addictive as hell, with some inspired tracks to pick from. Now you can jump into the world of Blade Runner yourself. A rogue replicant has murdered two people, and it's up to you to track him down. You'll be piloting a spinner, searching futuristic Los Angeles while in pursuit. Ryan Gosling not included. A third person, turn-based strategy board game, Hitman Go in VR is more fun that it sounds.

It looks amazing, as anyone who has played the Square Enix game on PC or console will know and is downright tricky as you help Agent 47 navigate around a grid layered on top of model-like environments. Supports both the trackpad and Bluetooth controllers. Using the built-in mic and a pair of headphones, you can sing your heart out in a virtual karaoke room with a bunch of pals.

It's not as terrifying as it sounds when you're all embarrassing yourself equally apart from that one person who nails it every time. It also comes with support for the Gear VR controller. Drop Dead is one of the best first person shooters on Gear VR. Yes, it's a wave shooter, but there's a good amount of variety, while gameplay is smooth and you have the added bonus of multiplayer.

Not one of the priciest titles out there, so we'd recommend giving it a look. Minecraft in virtual reality isn't a perfect experience yet, but with a bit of patience and a controller you need one of those here this will blow Minecraft fans' minds with Pocket Edition modes like Creative and Survival.

It is fun, mystical and a very relaxing game. In this game, you will take a role in the titular repair centre and be fixing up BB-8 and other roly-poly droids as they come in with defects. You will repair BB-8 and his astrometrical droid friends, each with their own unique personalities, so they can roll back into the fight against the First Order.

VR is absolutely the best gaming platform for horror experiences. Face Your Fears is a collection of horrifying experiences ripped straight from your nightmares; creepy clowns, monsters in the closet, dangerous heights. Face Your Fears is a game set up of different environments and who knows what hiding in the shadows. Each environment is a bit different, and there is always something lurking in the darkness. From gigantic robots wreaking havoc, to snakes in the darkness, to a poltergeist hiding in a closet, each level offers something a little bit different.

Oculus Arcade offers up more than 20 arcade classics, including Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man, and Galaga, and you can play 20 minutes of each for free — or buy any game outright for a couple of quid. They play well with a gamepad, and the futuristic arcade setting is kind of cool. Netflix in VR? Its arrival might make sense only if you are bored with your surroundings and experiences and want something else instead. With so many exciting experiences, apps and games coming your way, it is unlikely that a VR user might get bored or is done with all of them.

They are not going to offer you the degree experience but you can certainly stream the best TV shows and movies of on your VR TV while you are on a luxury virtual loft. This is one of our favorite app of If you want to be present at your favorite news events, stage shows or sports events? The NextVR app can help you do just that, in the virtual world. The app can livestream everything for you into your VR headset in degrees. The app will be used in many more live and exciting sports and events in future.

All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. So here are some exciting games you can try on your new Samsung VR headset. This game was Smash Hit VR is derived from an already popular mobile game, but with the VR headset, the experience is even better. There are 90 levels in the game and Classic and Trial modes, and though the game is free to download, there are in-app purchases available.

The game also offers an opportunity to earn coins so you can purchase more weapons, and those coins can be synced for in-app purchased across all products by Mashmo Games. The app will give you some idea of the massive scale of our universe and features a 3D solar system, all of the constellations, and a real-time night sky simulation.

Alternatively, you can look down upon the solar system and much more. We feel this is a good cross-reference of the sort of entertainment you can get out of the VR headset and urge you to try some out. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

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