Rhythm experiences
In many ways, VR mechanics are breathing new life into the game genres that we love. This is especially true of rhythm games whose basic gameplay mechanics of press this button at this time seem old by today's standards. However, the application of VR-specific gameplay mechanics such as one-to-one arm movement have revitalized the genre and given rise to several unique rhythm experiences. At the top of that list is certainly Beat Saber, developed and published by Beat Games.
Beat Saber combines rhythm gameplay with VR saber combat to create a unique title that has players swinging virtual red and blue energy sabers to hit the corresponding color blocks in time with the music. Players must strike the blocks with the correct ...
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