得益于Oculus Quest 2等价格实惠的 VR 耳机，虚拟现实游戏(reality gaming)正在慢慢进入主流。由于跨平台兼容性，现在播放器的限制也减少了。这意味着在某些 VR 游戏中，您将能够使用您的VR 设备加入您的(VR gear)iOS 和 Android 好友(iOS and Android buddies)。
也就是说，这是跳入虚拟世界的最佳时机。在本文中，我们创建了一个最好的免费 VR 游戏列表，您可以在不花钱的情况下获得一些VR 体验。(VR experience)这是您现在可以玩的最好的免费 VR 游戏。
1.传播VR(Propagation VR)
如果你是恐怖游戏和生存射击游戏的粉丝，你应该看看Propagation VR。将生存恐怖与虚拟现实相结合会带来压力和恐惧感，但这是一种很好的方式。
Propagation 是一款恐怖游戏(horror game)，可让您进入世界末日的地铁，在那里您与一波又一波的可怕怪物战斗。你所拥有的只是一把霰弹枪和一把手枪，可以保护自己免受僵尸、变异蜘蛛和其他恐怖的侵害。游戏持续约半小时，由于紧张而身临其境的体验，您将感受到每一分钟。
除了基础游戏(base game)，您还可以购买解锁合作游戏和语音聊天的(play and voice chat)DLC。
强调(Highlights)
- 一张地图，四种难度设置。
- 运动受限于你在现实世界中的空间。
- 逼真的武器处理。
- 可选的付费合作支持。
2.红眼(The Red Stare)
监视您的邻居，收集信息并找到共产主义间谍(Spy)。
Red Stare是一款免费的虚拟现实游戏(reality game)，您可以在其中扮演秘密特工的角色。该行动发生在您的虚拟公寓中，您可以通过传真机和电话(fax machine and phone)从您的处理程序接收信息，并跟踪您邻居的一举一动。
这是一款考验你演绎推理能力的低动作游戏。观察你的目标，注意他们在做什么以及他们的公寓里有什么物品，并收集足够的证据来证明谁是共产主义间谍(communist spy)。
请注意，您需要至少2×1.5 米的游戏区域(play area)并进行 360 度跟踪。
强调(Highlights)
- 与您现实生活中的POV(POV)相匹配的现实观点。
- 适合初学者的 VR 机制。
- 虚拟空间根据您的房间大小调整大小(room size)。
3.实验室(The Lab)
The Lab是(Lab)Valve开发的一系列小型 VR 游戏，集成到一个应用程序中。如果您刚刚购买了VR 设备(VR gear)并正在寻找教程或介绍，那么它非常适合您。
(Play fetch)和你的机器狗一起(robot dog)玩捡球，只用长弓保卫城堡，探索太空，玩得开心！迷你游戏很有趣，它们会教你所有的VR 游戏(VR gaming)基础知识。实验室(Lab)可能是在虚拟空间中让您的脚湿透的最佳方式。
强调(Highlights)
- 具有不同游戏机制的各种迷你游戏。
- VR游戏的最佳介绍。
- 包括非游戏玩家的观光体验。
4.回声VR(Echo VR)
Echo VR是Oculus 平台(Oculus platform)的首批主流体育游戏之一，它仍然是最好的游戏之一。游戏很简单：在零重力环境(zero-gravity environment)中与您的团队一起机动对抗敌方团队(enemy team)以进球。这就像足球，但它让你的脉搏跑得更快。
虽然是Oculus 系统(Oculus system)独有的，但Echo VR在华丽的科幻环境中提供了令人兴奋的零重力环境。运动系统(movement system)直观且令人难以置信的乐趣，但要掌握它具有挑战性。总而言之，Echo VR非常适合初学者和虚拟现实爱好者。
强调(Highlights)
- 科幻环境中的沉浸式零重力体验。
- 让你汗流浃背的竞技比赛。
- 独奏或(Play solo or team)与好友组队。
- 加入(Join)在线锦标赛以赢取奖品并挑战自己。
5.娱乐室(Rec Room)
聚集您的朋友、创建游戏、一起玩，或结识来自世界各地的新朋友，并在他们的世界中与他们一起闲逛。(world and hang)
Rec Room是一款包含在社区平台(community platform)内的游戏。这就像一个休闲的开放世界MMO，您可以在其中结交朋友、聊天和与其他人一起玩。您可以玩各种迷你游戏，如激光标签(laser tag)、保龄球和彩弹。Rec Room的美妙之处在于能够创造几乎任何你能想象到的东西。
Rec Room也是一款跨平台游戏，您可以在PlayStation、Xbox、iOS 和其他平台上玩。您不必将所有时间都花在 VR 上。
强调(Highlights)
- 在线多人(Online multiplayer)游戏，您可以在其中实时互动。
- 可定制的头像。
- 玩(Play)无限的社区创建的游戏并创建自己的游戏。
- 跨平台兼容，所以VR(VR headset)头显是可选的。
VRChat是一个可与(VRChat)Rec Room相媲美的虚拟社交聚会场所(gathering place)。创建您的自定义头像(custom avatar)，与随机的人聊天，玩迷你游戏，并创建您的小世界。探索(Explore)数以千计的社区驱动的世界并结交新朋友。
也就是说，VRChat更多地关注游戏的社交方面。通过您的头像，您可以像在现实世界中一样表达自己，这要归功于眼动追踪(eye tracking)、唇形同步和各种表情。你的头像有一张嘴和一张脸，可以匹配你的表情，让在线社交变得更加真实。
强调(Highlights)
- 具有面部表情和口型同步的可定制化身。
- 各种各样的小游戏。
- 创建自己的世界或探索无数其他世界。
7.蜘蛛侠：远离家乡的虚拟现实(Spider-Man: Far From Home Virtual Reality)
在你生命中的某个时刻，你可能会想象自己像蜘蛛侠(Spiderman)一样从一个建筑物摇摆到另一个建筑物。现在您有机会在虚拟现实中体验它！
蜘蛛侠：远离家乡的虚拟现实(Home Virtual Reality)是一个有趣的网络冒险。该游戏旨在攀登曼哈顿(Manhattan)的高楼并享受它带来的自由感。您还可以通过向他们射击网或与他们比赛来对抗一些敌人。该游戏非常基础，但它是唯一能让您体验从屋顶到屋顶吊网的乐趣的游戏，它会给您带来快速的刺激。
强调(Highlights)
- 成为蜘蛛侠。
- 身临其境的摇摆物理。
- 您可以同时投掷和战斗。
8.史诗过山车(Epic Roller Coasters)
如果您需要一定剂量的肾上腺素，这种VR 体验(VR experience)可能就是您想要的。
史诗(Epic Roller Coasters)过山车是一个虚拟的过山车(roller coaster ride)。从本质上讲，它是一种模拟，所以你在游戏方面并没有做太多的事情。它只是让您有一种在美丽的虚拟环境中乘坐过山车(roller coaster)的感觉，可能还伴随着晕动病(motion sickness)。
也就是说，如果您想与设置进行更多互动， Epic Roller Coasters还提供射击模式。(shooter mode)乘坐配备枪支的骑行，并沿途进行一些目标练习。(target practice)
强调(Highlights)
- 基于物理的模拟。
- 美丽的图形和多样的环境。
- 可选射击模式。
9.大猩猩标签(Gorilla Tag)
成为一只猴子，在有趣的标签游戏中追逐你的朋友。
Gorilla Tag仍然是抢先体验游戏(Access game)，但如果您与朋友一起玩，它会提供迷人的体验。(charming experience)你需要一些时间来适应这些控制，因为你只需要移动你的手臂就可以跑、跳和爬。游戏非常简单，但要掌握它却很有挑战性。
也就是说，Gorilla Tag是最受欢迎的在线 VR 游戏之一，所以当你的朋友不在时，你总能找到一个活跃的服务器来玩。请记住，该游戏也正在开发中，以便开发人员将来可以添加新功能。
强调(Highlights)
- (Parkour)像大猩猩一样在丛林中跑酷。
- 仅手和手臂运动(Hand and arm movement)——您不需要按钮或操纵杆来操作。
- 与服务器上的每个人聊天(Chat)并制定新的游戏规则和方式。
Surgeon Simulator VR是对虚拟现实的最佳介绍之一，尽管它只是HTC Vive的演示（也支持Valve Index）。这是一个简单而有趣的游戏，您可以在其中扮演Team Fortress 2的军医，因此您一定会从下载中获得一些笑声。
游戏立即开始，无需任何教程或解释。你必须自己想办法。得益于友好的界面和游戏机制(interface and game mechanics)，您可以练习 VR 动作，例如选择物品、按下按钮和其他基本手势。
强调(Highlights)
- (Fun introduction)虚拟现实运动和控制的(reality movement and controls)有趣介绍。
- 各种各样(Wide variety)的“医疗”工具可供使用。
- 可与Oculus Rift S(Oculus Rift S)等其他 VR 耳机一起使用，但没有官方支持。
您最喜欢这些虚拟现实游戏中的哪一款，为什么？在下面的评论中让我们知道！
10 Best Free VR Games You Can Play Now
Virtuаl reality gaming is slowly entering the mainstream thanks to affоrdable VR headsets like the Oculus Quest 2. Players are also less restricted now due to cross-platform compatibility. This means in some VR games, you’ll be able to join your iOS and Android buddies using your VR gear.
That said, this is the perfect time to jump into the virtual world. In this article, we created a list of the best free VR games you can play to gain some VR experience without spending any money. Here are the best free VR games you can play now.
If you’re a fan of horror games and survival shooters, you should check out Propagation VR. Combining survival horror with virtual reality leads to stress and dread-inducing experience, but in a good way.
Propagation is a horror game that drops you inside an apocalyptic subway where you fight wave after wave of scary monsters. All you have is a shotgun and a pistol to defend yourself against zombies, mutant spiders, and other horrors. The game sessions last for around half an hour, and you’re going to feel every minute of it due to the intense and immersive experience.
In addition to the base game, you can also purchase a DLC that unlocks co-op play and voice chat.
Highlights
- One map with four difficulty settings.
- Movement is restricted by the space you have in the real world.
- Realistic weapons handling.
- Optional co-op support for a fee.
Spy on your neighbors, collect information and find the communist spies.
The Red Stare is a free virtual reality game where you take on the role of a secret agent. The action takes place in your virtual apartment where you receive information from your handler via fax machine and phone and keep track of your neighbors’ every move.
This is a low-action game that tests your deductive reasoning skills. Observe your targets, pay attention to what they’re doing and what items they have in their flats, and gather enough evidence to prove who the communist spy is.
Take note you need a minimum play area of 2×1.5 meters with 360-degree tracking.
Highlights
- A realistic point of view that matches your real-life POV.
- Beginner-friendly VR mechanics.
- Virtual space is resized based on your room size.
The Lab is a collection of small VR games developed by Valve into a single application. It’s ideal for you if you just bought your VR gear and are looking for a tutorial or introduction.
Play fetch with your robot dog, defend a castle using nothing but a longbow, explore space, and have fun! The minigames are entertaining, and they teach you all the VR gaming basics. The Lab is probably the best way to get your feet wet in virtual space.
Highlights
- Variety of minigames with different gameplay mechanics.
- The best introduction to VR gaming.
- Includes sightseeing experiences for non-gamers.
Echo VR is one of the first mainstream sports games for the Oculus platform, and it’s still one of the best. The game is simple: maneuver with your team in a zero-gravity environment against an enemy team to score a goal. It’s like football, but it gets your pulse running much quicker.
While exclusive to the Oculus system, Echo VR offers an exciting zero-g arena in a gorgeous sci-fi setting. The movement system is intuitive and incredibly enjoyable, but it’s challenging to master. All in all, Echo VR is great for beginners and virtual reality enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Immersive zero-g experience in a sci-fi setting.
- Competitive play that will make you sweat.
- Play solo or team up with your buddies.
- Join online tournaments to win prizes and challenge yourself.
Gather your friends, create games, play together, or meet new people from all over the world and hang out with them in their worlds.
Rec Room is a game wrapped inside a community platform. It’s like a casual open-world MMO where you make friends, chat, and play with other people. You can play all sorts of minigames like laser tag, bowling, and paintball. The beauty of Rec Room is the ability to create almost anything you can imagine.
Rec Room is also a cross-platform game that you can play on PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, and other platforms. You don’t have to spend all of your time in VR.
Highlights
- Online multiplayer game where you interact in real-time.
- Customizable avatar.
- Play unlimited community-created games and create your own.
- Cross-platform compatibility, so the VR headset is optional.
VRChat is a virtual social gathering place comparable to Rec Room. Create your custom avatar, chat with random people, play minigames, and create your little world. Explore thousands of community-driven worlds and make new friends.
That said, VRChat focuses a lot more on the game’s social aspect. Through your avatar, you can express yourself almost as well as in the real world, thanks to eye tracking, lip-syncing, and a full range of emotes. Your avatar has a mouth and a face that will match your expressions, making online socializing much more realistic.
Highlights
- Customizable avatar with facial expressions and lip-sync.
- Wide variety of minigames.
- Create your own world or explore countless others.
At some point in your life, you probably imagined yourself swinging from building to building like Spiderman. Now you have the chance to experience that in virtual reality!
Spider-Man: Far From Home Virtual Reality is a fun web-slinging adventure. The game is all about scaling the tall Manhattan buildings and enjoying the feeling of freedom that it brings. You can also fight some enemies by shooting webs at them or racing them instead. The game is pretty basic, but it’s the only one that lets you experience the joys of web-slinging from rooftop to rooftop, and it will give you a quick thrill.
Highlights
- Become Spiderman.
- Immersive swinging physics.
- You can sling and fight at the same time.
If you need a dose of adrenaline, this VR experience might be what you’re looking for.
Epic Roller Coasters is a virtual roller coaster ride. In essence, it’s a simulation, so you’re not doing much gameplay-wise. It simply gives you the feeling of riding a roller coaster through beautiful virtual environments, possibly coupled with motion sickness.
That said, Epic Roller Coasters also offers a shooter mode if you want to interact more with the setting. Take a ride equipped with guns and get some target practice along the way.
Highlights
- Physics-based simulation.
- Beautiful graphics and diverse environments.
- Optional shooter mode.
Become a monkey and chase your friends in a fun game of tag.
Gorilla Tag is still an Early Access game, but it offers a charming experience if you’re playing with friends. You’ll need some time to get used to the controls because you only need to move your arms to run, jump, and climb. The game is pretty easy, but mastering it is challenging.
That said, Gorilla Tag is one of the most popular online VR games, so you’ll always find an active server to play on when your friends aren’t around. Keep in mind the game is also under development so that developers may add new features in the future.
Highlights
- Parkour through the jungle as a gorilla.
- Hand and arm movement only – you don’t need buttons or sticks to maneuver.
- Chat with everyone on the server and develop new rules and ways of playing the game.
Surgeon Simulator VR is one of the best introductions to virtual reality, although it’s just a demo for the HTC Vive (also supports Valve Index). It’s a simple and fun game where you play as the medic from Team Fortress 2, so you’re bound to get a few laughs out of the download.
The game starts immediately without giving you any tutorials or explanations. You have to figure things out on your own. Thanks to the friendly interface and game mechanics, you can practice VR movements like picking items, pressing buttons, and other basic gestures.
Highlights
- Fun introduction to virtual reality movement and controls.
- Wide variety of “medical” tools to play with.
- Works with other VR headsets like the Oculus Rift S, but without official support.
Which one of these virtual reality games is your favorite and why? Let us know in the comments below!
