Unreal Engine Virtual Reality Quick Start Guide

Shooter experiences

In the last year, more than a dozen of the top 25 VR titles sold on Valve's Steam download service fell into the shooter category. A shooter is defined as any game that includes gunplay as a major part of experience. Many variations on the shooter experience in VR take advantage of unique mechanics. Still near the top of the charts is Robo Recall.

Epic Games was able to combine the frantic action of a wave shooter with the immersive environment and mechanics that VR can bring. Much of the gameplay centers around using your hands. Robo Recall uses interesting mechanics when it comes to arming yourself. Players grab their chosen weapons from holsters located at their waist and shoulders. Each one is filled with a variety ...