VR games give the best immersive experience when it comes to gaming. Since VR can create some pretty impressive video renderings, developers usually go all out when it comes to creativity. This has led to some impressive games to hit VR platforms worldwide. One among the favorites titles for gamers when using VR are the space games/apps. There is a certain level of gratification you get when you are surfing through space and experiencing the elements that have been created by the developers for the users to explore.
Let’s take a look at the top ten VR space travel games that will make you feel like an astronaut, space bounty hunter or a space racer!
1) Farpoint VR (PlayStation VR)
Sony took space-based VR to another level with their space shooter – Farpoint. If you are a fan of FPS games, then Farpoint will surely impress you with its 360-degree immersive VR video renderings, and the controller works really well, adding more immersion to the game. Since this is a PlayStation VR title, it is not going to be available on any other platforms. If you own a PlayStationVR, then this title is a must have one!
2) Earthlight Spacewalk (HTC Vive)
If you really want to feel like an astronaut doing astronaut things, then NASA and Opaque have got you covered! They have made a space simulation called Earthlight which gives you an experience that is pretty close to the real deal. The development team went to great lengths, even consulted past astronauts, to make a simulation that gives you a first-person view of what It feels to be like an astronaut.
3) Star Trek Bridge Crew (Oculus Rift and HTC Vive)
We all had that dream of commanding a spaceship when we were kids and Star Trek: Bridge Crew is your dream come true. This VR space game puts you in charge of a spaceship and gives you a working crew. Now you can explore the space with your crew and complete mission to earn experience points and credits. You can even play co-op with your friends, where each one is given different roles to fulfill in the game like an engineer, tactician, etc. the game allows only 4 players to join a single came.
4) Detached (Oculus Rift and HTC Vive)
If you need something more tense and complex than just space sims, you will definitely love Detached. This VR space game is made by Anshar studios and puts you in the role of an astronaut who is abandoned at an empty space station. You have to find your new crew before the oxygen supply runs out. Detached puts you on edge at times with tricky puzzles and space navigation. There is a lot more to the story as you will know once you go into the game. In essence, this is one of the most engaging space game that has a touch of the horror element.
5) Home: A VR Experience
Home is a collaboration between BBC and REWIND, a UK based studio. This is a 15-minute simulation that takes you on a ride to the International Space station. The studio used a proper game engine, Unreal Engine 4, to create the stunning visuals and it really does gives you an out of the world experience. The development team also consulted astronauts to create a realistic experience throughout the simulation.
6) NASA’s Mars 2030
Another pick from NASA! This time they’re concentrating on getting you on to Mars – the red planet. Mars 2030 is developed by FUSION Media in association with NASA and gives the user an experience that is very much close to the real. This is because the app is designed after creating accurate models of the Mars Surface from the data provided by NASA. You can drive the rover, explore the Martian surface and even erect a flag on the Martian soil with this app.
7) Mission ISS
Mission ISS takes originality to another level as you will have to work and operate the International Space station. The visuals and effects are made to imitate the real experiences of astronauts as many scenes are inspired by the video footage that is taken from space exploration data archives. The simulation has an option where you can train to figure out controls and movements.
8) Titans of Space
Titans of Space is a virtual reality guide that explains all about different planets and lunar systems. It actually talks about the Titans that exist in space – planets, stars, and meteorites. This VR space app is designed for Oculus Rift and takes away all the boring bits when explaining the whole solar system. You are seated in a spaceship that goes around and near the planets and stars while your screen fills up with interesting facts.
9) End Space VR ( Oculus, Playstation VR, Gear VR)
If you like space shooters, then this VR space game will serve you justice! It was initially developed for google cardboard but is now available for PSVR due to their success in mobile platforms. It is a single player game which puts you in the boots of a skilled pilot who fights against incoming attacks and keep the United Trade Consortium safe and secure. If you are looking for multiplayer battles, End Space isn’t for you, as it only supports the single-player campaign. It’s pure joy to take control of a spaceship and blast through enemy spaceships.
Conclusion
VR is going to be the next big thing in gaming as now the player can truly be present in the world that they are playing in. Space travel VR apps bring in the excitement of floating around in zero gravity and experiencing the full space age experience. If you truly want to experience the space travel from the comfort of your couch, there is no better way than VR.