The VR Game Launch Roundup: A Giant Shot Into the Blue

VRFocus brings you another brand-new list of VR titles to look forward to over the course of the next week. Make sure to check out our accompanying YouTube video to get a preview of each title’s gameplay.

Ghost Giant – Zoink!

Previously released as an PSVR exclusive title, developer Zoink are now releasing this VR puzzle adventure on Oculus Quest. In this family-friendly title, you play as the titular friendly ghost known only as Ghost Giant. Viewable only to Louis, a lonely boy, the story involves Ghost Giant bonding and helping Louis to overcome the struggles of everyday life.

• Supported platforms: Oculus Quest
• Launch date: 20^th February

Scraper: Gauntlet – Labrodex, Inc.

In this new standalone instalment to the Scraper Universe, you are set with the task of infiltrating a secret AI-filled facility to seek a secret weapon blueprint. Filled with weapon customisation, this VR role-playing wave shooter sees you defending the megacities of the world from the threat of Humech Forces.

• Supported platforms: Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Valve Index and Windows Mixed Reality
• Launch date: 20^th February

OhShape – Odders Lab

Inspired by the hit Japanese TV show, Hole in the Wall, this rhythm VR game sees you move your whole body to go through or avoid walls to the beat of the music. Compete with friends or against players from around the world for the best score with the World Leader boards. Studio Odders Lab has worked with professional choreographers to perfect 12 immersive dance levels. Also featuring content provided by users within the community who have shaped custom maps using the level editor.

• Supported platforms: Oculus Quest
• Launch date: 20^th February

Buggy Bump – MoonShine Games

This fast-paced VR racing game features moment-to-moment racing in a racing event known as the Buggy Bump Festival. Beat your own time in offline single player, battle against AI vehicles in Time Trail Mode or set a new record in an online 4-player game. Featuring 19 tracks, 9 in the day, 9 and night and a bonus surprise track.

• Supported platforms: Valve Index, HTC Vive and Oculus Rift
• Launch date: 14^th February

Sea Fishing Simulator – Dangerous Derk Interactive

Set in the North Sea, select your bait and fish from a boat or the shore from at any time of day, and battle challenging weather conditions as you search for over 20 different fish species. This aquatic title is brought to you by UK-based studio Dangerous Derk Interactive, known for their successful previous fishing-themed title, Carp Fishing Simulator in 2015.

• Supported platforms: Valve Index, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift
• Launch date: 19^th February

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