VR horror games

Virtual Reality games are becoming increasingly better and more realistic. With hyper-realistic graphics, VR can sometimes be almost indistinguishable from reality. This realism naturally provides the perfect foundation for horror games! After all, what could be scarier than being chased in a VR environment by...

Horror games have long been one of the most popular game genres in VR. This is because a player experiences the game much more intensely than when sitting behind a PC or PlayStation, for example. With a VR headset, you literally look through the eyes of the protagonist in the game, making it feel as if you are part of the (horror) story.

Most VR horror games are relatively short, with an average playtime of 2 to 3 hours, but they guarantee plenty of scares and jump moments. In this list, we will highlight our 5 favourite VR horror games for you.

We all know the classic film 'The Exorcist'. There's something about this theme that creates a creepy atmosphere. The Exorcist: Legion is a VR game consisting of 5 episodes. In the game, you take on the role of a detective. Armed with a cross and holy water, it is your task to investigate a series of mysterious murders.

Although the gameplay is quite simple, The Exorcist: Legion still manages to create a very tense atmosphere with several intense scare moments. Combined with the excellent sound design (tip: play this game with headphones!), The Exorcist: Legion is a fantastic experience for VR horror enthusiasts.

View here The Exorcist: Legion VR.

Narcosis is not your standard type of horror game. In Narcosis, you play a diver who goes on an underwater exploration. Unlike other horror games, Narcosis has virtually no jump scares. But what makes the game so creepy is the fact that you are completely isolated and alone in the dark underwater.

Although the game is quite short, the story is solid and the gameplay is surprisingly good. Narcosis is therefore a great VR game for anyone looking for an exciting VR experience.

View here Narcosis.

Resident Evil is the king of horror games. Originally released for PC and console, Resident Evil 7 brings the horror to VR as well. In RE7, you are a journalist investigating a house that seems to be possessed. With a camera, you document everything, but many surprises await you in the house...

Resident Evil 7 is rightly one of the scariest games to play in VR. The eerie atmosphere, the jump scares, and the sound design will give you a fantastic horror experience that will keep you awake for a few nights.

View here Resident Evil VII.

In Dreadhalls VR, you awaken in a dark dungeon. Your only task: find the exit. The only thing you have with you is an oil lamp that you must constantly refill with new oil. But be careful, because you are not alone in the dungeon...

Dreadhalls is a must-play for true horror fans. The isolating feeling of being alone, the dark corridors you slowly walk through, and the sounds you hear around you create an exciting and scary adventure that you can only experience with VR.

View here Dreadhalls VR.

In September 1943, a war correspondent boarded a plane during an Allied bombing raid on Berlin. The incredible footage he returned with forms the basis of this breathtaking experience from BBC Northern Ireland and Immersive VR Education, allowing you to step into the shoes of the correspondent as he embarks on a perilous journey.

Download 1943 Berlin Blitz for Steam or Oculus here (free).