War Robots VR: The Skirmish similar games & best alternatives

War Robots VR: The Skirmish

PC (Microsoft Windows), SteamVR • 2017

Should you play it?

War Robots VR: The Skirmish is a short, but highly immersive teaser-shooter for Oculus Rift and HTC Vive set in the universe of the War Robots franchise.

What works
  • Highly immersive vr mech piloting experience
  • Simple and intuitive controls
  • Good graphics and sound design
  • Free demo with potential for full game
  • Engaging mech combat mechanics
Things to keep in mind
  • Very short demo (5-10 minutes)
  • Lack of motion controller support
  • Demo is linear with limited exploration
  • No full pc vr game released
  • Kickstarter for full game failed

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War Robots VR: The Skirmish: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Fellowship. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Continuation.

Why this game works

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