Welcome to the Vacation Simulator, a rough approximation of VACATION inspired by real human NOT JOBBING, brought to you by the same robots behind the.
Got a VR headset for the holidays this year and unsure of where to start? Not to worry — whether you’ve got an Oculus Quest, Vive Cosmos, or a Nintendo Labo VR kit, here are recommendations for some of our favorite games that best show off the platform’s capabilities. There’s a good range of games that span family-friendly to escape-the-family, so hopefully there’s something here for everyone.We’ve rounded up our favorite and most-used games, apps, and entertainment.
Check out our app picks for, and; our favorite mobile games from and; and our top choices for, the,. We’ve also listed our favorite streaming shows on and, some great,. (Note: pricing was accurate at the time of publishing, but may change.) Adventure MossAn adorable action-puzzle-adventure game, Moss immerses you in a fantasy land with a tiny mouse named Quill as your sidekick. Together, you and Quill roam the woodlands to fight your enemies, rescue your kingdom, and rescue Quill’s uncle. Small task for a mighty mouse. It’s a beautiful tale told cinematically, and a great game to get lost in for hours of virtual exploration. Vader Immortal Image: ILMxLABJust in time for the new Star Wars movie season, Vader Immortal makes a great addition to a VR game library for any fan of the franchise.
Girl frontline g36. The game contains three episodes set some time between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. You play as a smuggler captured by the Empire, attempting to escape alongside your droid sidekick ZO-E3. The cinematic journey takes you through much more, of course, as you learn about your true origins and ultimate mission. The game feels like an extension of what takes place in the Rogue One universe, with you as one of the protagonists to turn those wheels along.
The Last Guardian’s VR DemoAlthough The Last Guardian’s VR game came out two years ago and only ever existed as a demo, it’s still a worthy download to experience the platform at its finest. You’re introduced to a cat-bird-dog hybrid creature named Trico, a large new friend who’ll accompany you through this new virtual world. Although the game is clearly fantasy, the experience feels distinctly natural, with unexpected interactions at every opportunity as you get to know Trico. It’s a mesmerizing game, and will only take up 30 or so minutes if you’re short on time.
Rhythm-based Beat SaberIf music and hand-eye coordination is your thing, there are several visually stunning rhythm games that’ll keep you entertained (and possibly help work up a sweat.) For a dose of Dance Dance Revolution without all the jumping around, Beat Saber lets you learn how to dance by hitting various directional blocks via light sabers. New music packs are also occasionally added in case you get tired of playing the same tracks, and new 90-degree and 360-degree modes suit those looking for a new challenge.
Take a closer look at the four fully-interactable locales available April 9th.
Ever since our brief interaction with Vacation Simulator during last years Tribeca Film Festival, we’ve been clawing at the chance to get our hands on the endlessly-charming follow-up to Owlchemy Labs 2016 smash hit, Job Simulator. Just a brief, 10-minute demo was more than enough to have us salivating at the thought of more beachside shenanigans.
According to Owlchemy’s latest ‘Destination Reveal’ trailer however, it appears as though we’ll be exploring much more than a sun-soaked beach during our virtual R & R simulation. Pet society vacation quotes.
Along with flipping burgers, photographing various marine life, and scuba diving in the crystal clear waters of Vacation Beach, we’ll also have the chance to explore three other fantastical locales spread across Vacation Island. Looking to get in better touch with nature? Head to Vacation Forest where you can engage in some relaxing bird watching, take a refreshing hike, and eat irresponsible amounts of wild vegetation. Looking to beat the heat? Take a trip to Vacation Mountain to enjoy a variety of winter activities, such as partaking in an epic snowball fight, chilling in hot tub with some robo companions, and building the world’s ugliest snowman.
Of course you’re more than welcome to bypass all the action and head straight to the six-star Vacation Island Resort for a complete total body makeover. It’s here players will receive an introduction to the brand new avatar customization system, which they can use to alter everything from skin tone and hair style, to their visor color, style of glasses, facial hair, and much, much more.
Vacation Mountain / Image Credit: Owlchemy Labs
“Vacation Simulator is bigger than anything we’ve done before, and we’re excited to see how everyone experiences ‘vacation’ in their own way,” says Devin Reimer, Chief Executive Owl at Owlchemy Labs. “The sheer interactivity and connected world we’ve built with Vacation Simulator makes for truly mind-boggling possibilities. It’s VR— there is no wrong way to play.”
“To interact with Bots in Vacation Simulator, all you need to do is wave,” adds Andrew Eiche, Chief Technology Owl and Cable Slinger at Owlchemy Labs. “You don’t need a button, you immediately go to wave and it just feels natural. It’s a simple, powerful interaction that allows players to interact with characters and connect with the VR world in a very personal way.”
Vacation Labs will be available on SteamVR and Oculus April 9th for $29.99. With a resume consisting strictly of hit experiences, we have zero doubt Owlchemy Labs latest release will be anything short of incredible.