In our new VR roundup, we check out the recently released Human Fall Flat VR, the early access version of Motion Soccer and the latest update for Blade & Sorcery: Nomad.
Human Fall Flat VR review (Quest)
Human Fall Flat VR takes the quirky, physics-based chaos of the highly successful original game and translates it into an immersive VR experience that brings both fresh appeal and familiar challenges. Set in an imaginative world of surreal landscapes, it invites players to navigate environments filled with the kinds of wobbly platforms, unstable surfaces, and unusual obstacles you’d expect here. The VR edition reworks the controls for Meta Quest and PC-based VR headsets, giving players direct control over each arm of their character. This added physicality brings a new dimension to the original experience, making simple tasks like climbing or grabbing objects hilariously difficult but rewarding when you pull it off.
The VR adaptation includes all original levels as well as extra ones crafted by community, expanding its content with unique environments that range from industrial zones to snowy mountains. Though the levels look as vibrant and creative as ever, some textures and visual elements can appear a bit simplistic when viewed up close in VR. But while the visuals might lack the high-end polish of some VR titles, they retain the charm and humor that the original game is known for.
In terms of controls, the VR mechanics can be a double-edged sword. The dual-arm control system offers a fun layer of interaction, but the added complexity means the game is even more challenging to control than on traditional consoles – opening the door to potential frustration. Simple tasks become exercises in patience and coordination, which is both the game’s charm and, in VR, a source of struggles. On the Meta Quest, the controls perform reliably but can occasionally feel clunky, especially during tasks that require precision.
Multiplayer remains a core element, allowing up to four players to team up for chaotic, physics-based problem-solving. However, communication can be tricky in VR, and with the increased challenge of controlling each arm, players may find progress slower than in the non-VR version.
For players who enjoyed Human Fall Flat and want a fresh take on its slapstick puzzle-solving, the VR edition is worth exploring. While the controls can feel unwieldy at times, the game’s humor, imaginative levels, and multiplayer mode translate well into VR, delivering a memorable experience for those willing to embrace the chaos in a new dimension.
Motion Soccer launches in Early Access (Quest)
Motion Soccer on the Meta Quest aims to deliver an immersive soccer experience that builds on developer Ivanovich Games’ prior work on VR soccer titles like Final Soccer. Motion Soccer allows players to engage in full 11 v 11 matches, mixing tactical and physical gameplay modes in a single title. The game comes with an early access release model, enabling players to both enjoy and influence its development – a promising approach that brings in real-time feedback for continuous improvement.
The game offers three distinct ways to engage with VR soccer. For fans of strategy, the tactical mode introduces a mixed-reality setup where players manage formations and lineups by viewing a miniature field in their physical space. This mode adds a level of strategic depth rarely seen in VR sports games, making it feel like an interactive playbook come to life. Then, there’s the first-person view, which drops players directly into the match. This mode offers a close-up perspective of the action, where every pass, goal, and near miss feels authentic, though it also highlights some of the challenges VR sports games face with maintaining smooth and natural motion.
The most ambitious of the game’s modes is the expert control mode, which lets players manipulate foot movements with VR controllers. While this option provides a lot of freedom, it does require a good deal of patience and practice to not feel awkward. Precision with footwork isn’t easy, but the potential for skillful dribbling and nuanced shots makes it worth the effort for those looking for a realistic soccer experience.
Visually, Motion Soccer embraces a realistic aesthetic that lends itself well to the immersion VR aims to provide. The graphics look polished for a VR title, though not without occasional rough patches in character detail. Audio-wise, the game delivers on the ambiance of a real soccer match, from the crowd reactions to the sounds of the ball on turf, which helps to enhance the atmosphere and excitement of the gameplay experience. For VR soccer enthusiasts, it’s a solid opportunity to be part of a game that’s likely to evolve and improve, though it may take a bit more time and polish to reach its full potential.
Blade & Sorcery: Nomad receives it final (and largest) update (Quest)
Blade & Sorcery: Nomad on the Meta Quest is one of the top choices for VR combat, setting itself apart with its detailed physics-based approach that adds weight and impact to every weapon swing and spell cast. Warpfrog’s dedication to immersive melee, ranged, and magical combat pays off, as players experience battles where each strike and defense feels grounded in realism.
With its latest (and largest) update, Blade & Sorcery: Nomad introduces the Crystal Hunt mode, a more structured progression system that’s likely to appeal to players seeking direction amidst the sandbox freedom that Nomad originally offered. This mode allows players to level up, customize their skills, and unlock new abilities, evolving into specialized roles like fire-wielding mages or sword-wielding warriors. This added layer of progression creates a rewarding experience for those looking to grow their character and explore the game’s lore, which enhances the game’s sense of purpose and adventure, giving context to the combat. The Citadel Map and revamped dungeon biome bring new locales for exploration, with the dungeon offering a fresh mix of combat encounters that challenge players with puzzles and ambushes, while the iconic Citadel setting adds an epic backdrop to Nomad’s battles.
Players will find the expanded arsenal in Nomad especially satisfying, with a vast selection of weapons and armor sets that allow for fine-tuning combat styles. Spells have also received a major boost, now offering synergies that allow for creative combinations, adding a new layer of strategy to the magic system. For example, combining two spells can produce a unique effect, a feature that keeps spellcasting feeling fresh and dynamic. The new Golem boss adds an intense and memorable element to the combat, making it a thrilling addition for veterans looking for a challenge that can be approached in a number of ways.
With this latest update, Blade & Sorcery: Nomad continues to be a standout in the VR arena, offering a unique blend of sandbox exploration and structured progression through the Crystal Hunt mode. Although still a little rough in certain areas – like occasional tracking issues with more complex maneuvers – this is a must-play for VR players seeking deep, immersive combat with near-limitless creative potential.
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