Best VR Games To Play With Friends

The heights that VR gaming has reached in modern times are nothing short of incredible, with players unable to believe that they can be present in the games of their choice and use their own movement to control the game. It's an idea that seemed like nothing more than a pipe dream only a few decades back, which is exactly why the rise of virtual reality in the gaming medium is truly incredible.

There are a lot of different options available for VR headsets and even more games at the players' disposal. The allure of VR gaming is so much that most people will love the idea of playing these games with their friends as people take turns to become sources of amusement for a few minutes or so. There are more than enough VR games around that are fun enough for friends to have a great time with at a party, gathering, or anything else along the same lines.

Updated on March 8, 2024 by Ritwik Mitra: VR games are a great way to unwind and have fun with a group of friends who love how immersive this medium is. The games on this platform aren't all that long, but this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Most VR games are one-and-done affairs, and there are many fun VR games that make the most of this medium and let players enjoy a great time together as they take turns enjoying the fun gameplay loops these titles provide. As the medium finds its legs, more great games will be released, and more will be added to this list.

22 I Expect You To Die

Friends Can Laugh At Each Other As They Face A Wealth Of Creative Deaths

• Platform(s): Meta Quest, PlayStation VR, PC
• Release Date: December 6, 2016
• Developer: Schell Games

Escape room games need to do something unique and interesting to keep players interested in the long run. Thankfully, the medium of VR has given a platform for this genre to thrive, and then some.

I Expect You to Die is one such game that fans will have a great time with, especially with the numerous creative deaths being as hilarious as they can be. A group of friends will find this game to be pretty stimulating and chaotic as each player tries their hardest to avoid a meaningless death.

I Expect You To Die Critical Reception

The escape room puzzle gameplay was a great fit for VR, something that critics pointed out and lauded.

21 Gorn

A Gory, Engaging Combat Game Where Players Can Take Turns To See Who Lasts The Longest

• Platform(s): Oculus Quest, PlayStation VR, PC
• Release Date: July 18, 2019
• Developer: Free Lives

The brutal gameplay of Gorn makes it one of the most satisfying video games for players to check out in VR. The arena-style gameplay makes for some easy playthroughs as players take turns trying to survive the most waves. Each player will take on the role of a gladiator, entering the arena and battling against foes until they're the last one standing.

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The title's gameplay loop is as simple as can be, making it an easy pick-up-and-play game for a group of friends to get into. As long as excessive gore and barbaric brutality don't disgust players, they should be more than happy with what this title has to offer.

Gorn Critical Reception

The violent first-person melee combat is incredibly satisfying in VR, a fact that many critics agree with.

20 Blade & Sorcery

Use Physical And Magical Combat To Survive Against Wave After Wave Of Opponents

One of the best combat games players can enjoy in VR, it's easy to see why Blade & Sorcery has attained such a respectable reputation. The feeling of using physical attacks coupled with magic makes for an immensely satisfying experience.

If players want to make this game even more memorable, then mods are the way to go. Regardless of whether players opt for a modded or vanilla experience, there's no denying that their friends will be more than happy with what this title has to offer.

Blade & Sorcery Critical Reception

The gameplay of Blade & Sorcery has been lauded by fans and critics alike for being smooth and satisfying.

19 Batman: Arkham VR

A Movie-Like Immersive Experience That A Group Of Friends Can Enjoy

Batman: Arkham VR certainly has the problem of being a game that is way too short for its own good. However, while paying money for such a short game can feel rather annoying, this is more than made up for with the unique way in which this title approaches the medium.

The entire experience feels like a movie, and players can definitely have a great time experiencing the story of this game with their friends. The moment when this title makes players freak out in a way that only VR makes possible will be highly entertaining when a group of people can witness their friend being scared out of their wits!

Batman: Arkham VR Critical Reception

The short length of Arkham VR was the subject of major criticism, but the game itself certainly feels great to play and genuinely helps players feel like Batman!

18 Pistol Whip

An Action-Packed Rhythm Game That Makes Players Feel Like John Wick

Players who'd love to combine John Wick-esque gameplay with rhythm-based mechanics will have a blast with Pistol Whip. The game's colorful visuals and engaging gameplay make the experience highly enjoyable from start to end.

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Players can take turns with their friends as they dodge bullets and shoot the many enemies standing in their way. It can take a while to get into the groove of things, but players will eventually be tackling levels like experts. It's easy to see why a group of friends can have a great time taking turns and trying to complete the many challenging levels in this action-packed title that takes no prisoners.

Pistol Whip Critical Reception

The great visuals, arcade-like gameplay, and excellent use of VR all combine to make for a great time.

17 Superhot VR

A Fun Title To Take Turns With

Superhot was one of the biggest indie sensations when it came out. The title was a pretty simple shooter with a core gameplay mechanic that was executed with great finesse. All players have to do is shoot everyone in a level using their weapons while avoiding any attack that can take them out in one shot.

This is easier said than done, especially in the VR version of this game which is an amazing experience that no virtual reality fan should miss out on. Players will have a great time taking turns with their friends as they aim to finish multiple stages and take out these enemies in tough encounters as they dodge bullets like Neo before hitting enemies square in the face with a bullet, a blade, an object, or anything else along the same lines.

Superhot VR Critical Reception

Superhot VR was lauded for its action-packed gameplay, even if the experience was a bit too short for some.

16 Star Wars: Squadrons

Dogfighting In VR With Friends Is A Blast

Any fan of Star Wars will love the idea of engaging in dogfights while controlling one of the many iconic spacecraft in the series. Star Wars: Squadrons does a great job of letting players enjoy the power fantasy of chasing down enemy fighters and gunning them down from the cockpit... And this intensity is heightened considerably if players decide to play this game in VR.

The support for virtual reality has proven to be wonderful for players who own a headset, letting them immerse themselves in this beautiful game as they engage in these high-octane combat sequences. Star Wars: Squadrons is lauded by many as one of the very best games that use this IP, with the title featuring a wealth of unique combat scenarios that are pretty engaging for obvious reasons.

Star Wars: Squadrons Critical Reception

Star Wars: Squadrons' VR component is extremely immersive and heightens the gameplay of the console version quite a bit.

15 The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners

Grabbing Zombies And Killing Them In Creative Ways Is A Blast With Friends

The Walking Dead is a franchise that has spread out to so many video games, shows, comics, and everything else along the same lines that it's genuinely impressive. Despite zombies being pretty commonplace in modern pop culture, something about this zombie franchise is extremely likable and has allowed the IP to enjoy such a stranglehold on the entertainment industry.

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This franchise has explored VR gaming as well, with The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners being an excellent title that fans will have a great time with. The immersion that players experience in this game is unmatched and a blast to experience with friends, even if the game can be laughably easy at times because of how brain-dead the zombies in this game are... Although perhaps that's fitting given the nature of these enemies.

The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners Critical Reception

The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is an immersive VR action title with great horror elements, but the game does lack a bit of challenge.

14 Beat Saber

Tackle Challenging Rhythm Levels With Friends

It would be impossible to talk about VR party games without mentioning Beat Saber. This title is arguably the most popular casual title for VR headsets, featuring incredible community content and a wealth of tracks that players can sink a ton of time into.

Watching friends try and hit all blocks during a tough sequence and nailing all of them is quite entertaining, and players shouldn't be surprised if hours pass by while playing this amazing arcade game. Rhythm games have become quite popular on VR, and Beat Saber shows exactly why.

Beat Saber Critical Reception

Beat Saber received positive critical reception across the board, with many critics considering the title to be a perfect fit for VR.

13 Synth Riders

Move To The Rhythm Of The Beat, Either Looking Cool Or Goofy In Front Of Friends

While Beat Saber is a fun rhythm game with a ton of content, some people may argue that the act of slashing blocks gets somewhat boring after a point. This isn't a problem that players experience with Synth Riders, which ensures that players move to the beat of the music.

Players will genuinely start dancing after a point, which makes for a great time indeed. After all, what's more fun than someone dancing to a great tune while others cheer them on? In fact, some people find this game to be superior to Beat Saber, which is hefty praise indeed.

Synth Riders Critical Reception

Critics consider Synth Riders to be a fun and accessible title that fans of VR games will have a great time with.