What are some popular horror games in VR?

By: Jake Rajala

Witnessing a horror film can help people with anxiety and stress (yes, you read that correctly). The horror genre is quite surreal and often complex. Horror fans can reconcile the horror classics — such as “The Shining”, “Halloween”, and “Friday The 13th”. It’s noted that horror fans have the highest IQ among movie categories, so they should recognize their timeless and beloved horror films!

One also doesn’t have to enjoy horror in a movie or TV show. There have been video games where you can fight zombies or chase down a foe with a machete. These games can be enjoyed on an Xbox and PlayStation. However, it’s less certain if there are any horror games on the futuristic VR headset. Well, there certainly are a plethora of horror games in VR!

There are many glorious horror VR games!

• Resident Evil 7

It would be unforgivable to highlight a game that also shows itself in a movie! The 2017 horror game is all about survival in a place surrounded by zombies. According to Collider, Resident Evil 7 is the scariest film in the franchise, as well. Taste the insanity in the video below for yourself! A whopping 92% of Google users admire the game.

• Five Nights at Freddy’s

If the movie scared the hell out of you, one has to experience the horror firsthand in VR. In a dark room surrounded by evil toys that can just blend in, the user needs to find a way to not die. It’s somewhat similar to the sequel to Toy Story! Steam gave the game a whopping 10/10 and Meta Store gave the game a 4.8/5!

• Until Dawn: Rush of Blood

Until Dawn: A Rush of Blood is beautifully gruesome. Teamwork is on full display in “Until Dawn”. The odds against Chris McCandless appear against this crew in Until Dawn. However, it’s not the same in Until Dawn: Rush of Blood. You’re on a roller coaster shooting pop-up clowns in this flick. 87% of Google users like the game and 4.5/5 stars were given by GameStop!

• Inside the Backrooms

Inside the Backroom isn’t completely recommended for those who are claustrophobic. You are roaming around the backroom looking to escape. It’s an addicting puzzle, to say the least. Steam has handed the game a 9/10 and 95% of Google users like the game.

• Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul

Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul is very well-rounded. The sound and sight are on par with nearly every other horror film. This game stands out with more impressive settings in my opinion. Steam only gave it a 7/10, but Best Buy gave it a 4.3/5!

• Alien: Isolation

If you love the Alien franchise and Michael Fassbender, then you have to try out Alien: Isolation! This game gives you the chance to barely survive from alien attack. The graphics may not look like it’s in Iceland, but they do make one feel like you’re alone on a strange planet!