How to Experience Best Virtual Reality Apps in 2023

by Rachel Garza

VR headset is the best invention of the 21st century. Many companies are still working on this technology. However, it is one of the most exciting inventions of this century. You can enjoy realistic games by using a VR headset. There are many VR games and apps available in the market. But, some of these apps are not worth your time. Developers are still trying to make good VR games. Thus, there are very few amazing VR games in the market. In this article, we are going to talk about the best VR games and apps available in the market. We have categorized these games according to their genre. Thus, you can find the best game according to your taste.

However, you need to flash images and lights in some of these games. This can trigger nausea, headaches or even seizures. Thus, you must take proper caution before playing these games. We have included the pricing of Android games in this article. The price of these games will vary according to the platform you are using. Thus, you should check the price in your App store.

Best VR Experiences

VR headset is one of the coolest things of the 21st century. You can play amazing games on your VR games on your headset. In this article, we are going to talk about the best VR apps available in the market. They will give you amazing VR experiences. Thus, you can enjoy the best VR experience. These apps will help you in exploring different 3D environments. You can enter a whole new world.



1. Within - VR App Link

Within
Within

This is currently the best VR app available in the market. If you are starting your VR journey, then you should try this app. It is the best platform for VR users. You can find amazing VR content in this app. This app has a huge collection of VR videos. These videos are categorized according to their genres. Some of the common genres are documentaries, adventure, and fictional tales. If you want to have some fun, then you can try the experimental section of this app. You can try the trippy VR videos of this app. You will get the feel of another dimension. If you are looking for amazing VR videos, then you should try this app. You will love the video content on this app. It is currently one of the best VR apps in the market.

Platforms: HTC Vive, PS VR, Oculus, Windows, iOS, and Android.

Pricing: Free.

2. BBC Earth: Life in VR - VR App Link

BBC Earth: Life in VR
BBC Earth: Life in VR

If you are a fan of BBC Earth show, then you are going to love this app. It is one of the most informative VR apps in the market. BBC Earth: Life in VR has already won many Google Play Store Awards. You can use this app for experiencing the natural world in 3D. Most kids love this app due to its cartoonish animations. Thus, your kids are going to love this app. They can learn about nature by playing this game. The developers are currently focusing on the wildlife found on the California Coast. You can even zoom to the microscopic life in this app. Thus, you can find the organisms that you've never heard about. You can even get the feel of oceans in this app. It will allow you to surf a Sperm Whale. Thus, you will get to see the largest mammal in the world. It is a perfect VR app for nature lovers.

Platforms: Google Daydream.

Pricing: Free.

3. InCell VR - VR App Link

InCell VR
InCell VR

If you are looking for an educational VR app, then InCell VR is perfect for you. It will teach you everything about the human body. This app will take you down to the cellular level. Thus, you can understand the mechanism of your whole body. It will help you in understanding the small building blocks of your body. The developers are also trying to make this app more exciting. Thus, they have added a racing/action game in this app. Thus, you will learn while having fun at the same time. The graphics of this game are stunning. This game will teach you a lot of things about the human body. You can learn about the human body and the cells.

Platforms: HTC Vive, Samsung Gear VR, Oculus, Windows, iOS and Google Daydream/Cardboard.

Pricing: Free.

4. Horizons - VR App Link

Horizons
Horizons

If you are not a fan of educational content, then you should try Horizons. It is an amazing VR app. You can enjoy an interactive journey on this app. This journey will follow the music produced by Bonobo. You can control the music from this app. This music will control the visuals in the app. If you are looking for a psychedelic experience, then this app is perfect for you. You are going to love the visuals of this app. The developers have mixed together amazing visuals and music. This app is also perfect for Bonobo work lovers. You are going to love both the visuals and music of this app.



Platforms: Google Daydream/Cardboard.

Pricing: Free.

5. Star Chart - VR App Link

Star Chart
Star Chart

If you are a fan of the space world, then you are going to love this app. You can explore the entire solar system in Star Chart. It will even allow you to explore the space beyond our solar system. This VR app is an actual space simulation of our solar system. You will get the exact location of different stars and planets. If you have a telescope, then you can verify the location of these celestial bodies. You can enjoy the view of the Sun. If you are a fan of cold and deep space, then you can drift beyond the Pluto. This app will help you in changing the perspective of life. You can enjoy thousands of stars in this app. Also, you can enjoy the view from Saturn in this app. This app will show you how small our planet is. Star Chart is my favorite app on this list. I can wander around in space for hundreds of hours. You can enjoy the space without even going to space. We all have seen the space in various movies and TV shows. However, VR will give you a different experience.

Platforms: Xbox 360, macOS, Oculus, Windows, iOS and Google Daydream/Cardboard.

Pricing: Free.

6. VR Movie and Media Apps

We all love watching movies. If you are a fan of movies, then you are going to love these VR apps. These VR apps will help you in experiencing the movies in a virtual environment. There are various popular streaming apps available in the market. You can use these apps for enjoying your favorite movies. Some of the most famous apps are Youtube, Netflix, Plex VR, sling TV, and Hulu.

Youtube VR and Netflix VR are my favorite apps. You can find almost every movie on Netflix. Also, you can enjoy your favorite Youtube videos in a virtual environment. If you want to download these VR apps, then you can search from them on the Play Store or App Store. However, these apps support different VR platforms. Most of these apps will support Google Cardboard and Daydream. These apps are completely free to download. But, you need a premium account for streaming your favorite movies.

Platforms: HTC Vive, Samsung Gear VR, Oculus, Windows, iOS and Google Daydream/Cardboard.

Pricing: You don't need to pay extra for watching VR content.

7. Dream Vision - VR App Link

Dream Vision
Dream Vision

This is one of the most famous companies in the VR market. Dream Vision has created various amazing VR games and apps. They are trying to create the best VR apps and games for their users. You can find various AR and VR apps under the name of Dream360.

There are many amazing Dream360 VR games and apps. Some of the most famous apps are Flight Simulator, Noir and VR Horror World. You can also find apps like 360 videos, Hungry Shark Cage and the Inception. "The Within" app is also created by this company. Thus, they are producing amazing VR apps in the market. These apps are available for both iOS and Android devices. Hence, you don't need to worry about any compatibility issues.



Platforms: iOS and Android.

Pricing: Free.

8. NYT VR - VR App Link

NYT VR
NYT VR

New York Times is the owner of this app. This VR app will take you to a different world. You will see how journalists capture their stories. If you want to stay up to date with the news, then this app is perfect for you. You don't need to worry about reading boring newspapers. This app will help you in enjoying the news in your VR headset. NYT VR will take you to the ground zero of your story. Thus, you will gain a lot of information from this app. It is better to download the videos in this app first. If your internet connection is not working, then you will see a black screen while streaming. Thus, it is a good idea to download the video that you are watching.

Platforms: Samsung Gear VR, iOS and Google Daydream/Cardboard.

Pricing: Free.

9. Fulldive VR - VR App Link

Fulldive VR
Fulldive VR

If you love social media apps, then this app is perfect for you. This app contains content generated by its users. You can watch this content by using your VR headset. Fulldive VR is like social media for VR users. You can add new friends in this app. Also, it will allow you to share VR content with your friends. Other VR users can watch your content. There are many other features available in this app. You can comment and share your favorite VR videos. Sometimes your VR content can even go viral. This app will also help you in discovering other amazing VR games and apps. Thus, this is an amazing app for VR users.

Platforms: iOS and Google Daydream/Cardboard.

Pricing: Free.

Best VR Games

These were all the amazing VR apps available in the market. However, most people their VR headset for playing games. You can enjoy amazing 3D games on your headset. Thus, you can play games with other VR users. Some games will even allow you to play with your offline friends. Thus, you can share a single headset with your friends. We are going to talk about the best VR games and apps available in the market. These games will give you an amazing experience. Thus, every VR user can find a perfect app for them.

1. Mekorama VR - VR App Link

Mekorama VR
Mekorama VR

If you love puzzle games, then this game is perfect for you. There are many amazing puzzle Android games available in the market. However, very few apps are offering VR version. Mekorama VR is one of the best puzzle VR games in the market. It is a 3d puzzle game. In this game, you need to control a robot. Your aim is to take this robot from point 1 to point 2. There are various obstacles in the way that you need to tackle. This app is currently the best puzzle VR game in the market. You can see the puzzle game from different angles. The graphics of this game are amazing. However, there is no multiplayer option available in this game. If you are a fan of puzzle games, then you must try Mekorama VR. This game is currently only available for the Google Daydream users. You need a Daydream headset and Android phone for playing this game.

Platforms: Google Daydream.

Pricing: You can buy it for $3.99.

2. Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes - VR App Link

Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes

This is another amazing puzzle VR game available in the market. If you want to play VR games with your friends, then this game is perfect for you. You can play this game with your friends even if you have a single headset. This is one of the most engaging puzzle games. You need to quickly think about the instructions. The game concept is very simple. You are trapped in a room with a boom. There are instructions on the table about how you can diffuse this bomb. You need to diffuse the bomb before it blows you up. The best thing about this game is that the instructions for every bomb are different. Also, it is not easy to complete this game. You need to think quickly if you want to win this game. If you are looking for an amazing puzzle game, then this game is perfect for you.



Platforms: Google Daydream, macOS, Windows, PS4, Xbox One, iOS, Android and HTC Vive.

Pricing: You can buy this game for $9.99.

3. Thumper - VR App Link

Thumper
Thumper

Most VR gamers love playing music-based games. If you also love music-based VR games, then you should Thumper. This is a music rhythm-based game. In this, you are going to be a space beetle. You need to run through a psychedelic track. There are 9 different levels in this game. Thus, you will never get bored. Also, there are various amazing boss battles in this game. The controls of this game are very simple. You are also going to love the sounds and visuals of this game. If you can have seizures due to flashing lights, then you shouldn't try this game.

Platforms: Oculus, iOS, Windows, and HTC Vive.

Pricing: You can buy this game for $19.99.

4. Virtual Virtual Reality - VR App Link

Virtual Virtual Reality
Virtual Virtual Reality

This is another VR game that has won many Play Awards. It is one of the best VR games in the market. Thus, every VR fan should try this game. You can experience a completely different virtual world in this game. In this game, your character is working at a sci-fi facility known as Activitude. Activitude is providing multiple services to their AI clients. The best thing about this game is that there are multiple virtual worlds in this game. You can enjoy various mini VR games in these worlds. I am not going to give any spoiler to you. If you are looking for the best VR experience, then this game is perfect for you.

Platforms: Google Daydream.

Pricing: You can buy this game for $8.99.

5. Deep Space Battle - VR App Link

Deep Space Battle
Deep Space Battle

These VR games can be complex for beginners. If you are looking for a simple VR game, then this game is perfect for you. It is an amazing VR game that you can play for free. You can control a spaceship in this game. Thus, you can explore the deep world of space in this game. You need to defend your spaceship from the Shadow Fleet warriors. This might sound very simple to simple people. However, it is very difficult to finish the game. You need to control your ship with your head. There are various different ships available in this game. You can use these ships for defeating the Shadow Fleet. Also, there are no ads in this game. Thus, every VR lover should try this game. If you are looking for a simple VR game, then Deep Space Battle is perfect for you.

Platforms: Google Daydream.

Pricing: Free.

6. Rez Infinite - VR App Link

Rez Infinite
Rez Infinite

If you are looking for a VR shooter game, then Rez Infinite is perfect for you. It is an action VR game where you play in different VR environments. You will play as a hacker in this game. There is also an otherworldly premise in this game. You can traverse through cyberspace in this game. There are hundreds of viruses, obstacles, and firewalls in this cyberspace. Your main aim is to open an AI program known as Eden. It is the main program of this Project-K. The Project-K is helping the world in reducing the rising crime rates. Thus, you need to save the world by finding the Eden program. This will save the world from rising crime rates.

Platforms: Google Daydream, Windows, PS4, Oculus, Android and HTC Vive.

Pricing: Free.

7. Eclipse: Edge of Light - VR App Link

Eclipse: Edge of Light
Eclipse: Edge of Light

If you like exploring different VR landscapes, then this game is perfect for you. It is the best VR adventure game available in the market. In this game, you're on an alien planet. This planet has a very powerful relic known as the Artifact. This is helping aliens in interacting with ancient technology. You will get superpowers due to this Artifact. The graphics of this game are amazing. Also, you can use your Daydream controller for controlling various elements in this game. It will allow you to move around in this game. You can interact with other objects in this game. Also, there are various puzzles that you need to solve in this game.

Platforms: Google Daydream, Samsung Gear VR and Oculus.

Pricing: You can buy this game for $8.99.

8. Twilight Pioneers - VR App Link

Twilight Pioneers
Twilight Pioneers

If you are looking for a VR RPG game, then Twilight Pioneers is perfect for you. It is an action-based RPG game. This game is set in a fantasy world of a magical land. The graphics of this VR game are beautiful. You will enjoy the immersive VR experience of this game. You can use your Daydream controller for moving your character. There are various weapons available in this game. You can explore different lands in this game. Also, there are epic bosses in this game that you need to beat. This game is like the VR version of WoW. Thus, every VR lover should try this game.

Platforms: Google Daydream.

Pricing: Free.

Scary and Horror VR Games

If you want to enjoy a bone-chilling adventure, then you should try scary VR games. We are going to talk about the best horror VR games available in the market.

9. The Exorcist: Legion VR - VR App Link

The Exorcist: Legion VR
The Exorcist: Legion VR

If you think that you are daring and fearless, then you should try this game. This game will check how fearless you are. William Peter Blatty is the developer of this game. He is known for his amazing horror games. Also, the game is set up in the Oscar-winning world. This game will test your mental strength. If you get easily scared, then you should avoid this game. There are various different chapters in this game. You will find a different demonic entity in every game. These characters are going to test your courage.

If you are looking for an amazing horror experience, then you should try this game. The graphics of this game are amazing. Also, the soundtrack of this game is ominous. The demons of this game are very scary looking. Currently, the game is only available for Rift and HTC Vive headsets. This game is not for light-hearted people.

Platforms: Oculus Rift and HTC Vive.

Pricing: You can buy Chapter 1 for $4.99.

10. House of Terror: Valerie Revenge - VR App Link

House of Terror: Valerie Revenge [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/house-of-terror-vr/id946382493]
House of Terror: Valerie Revenge [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/house-of-terror-vr/id946382493]

This is another amazing horror VR game. In this, you have to search in a dark environment. There are various monsters and traps that you need to deal with. You also need to solve various puzzles in this game. This will help you in finding more clues. Thus, you need to solve riddles for advancing in this game. Also, you need to protect your character from ghouls and monsters.

The soundtrack of this game is amazing. Thus, you should get ready for some jump scares. If you think that you are fearless, then you should try this game. This is one of the best horror VR games available in the market. However, you need Bluetooth joysticks for playing these games. The best thing about this game is that you can play it on Google Carboard. Thus, you don't need to worry about buying expensive VR headsets.

Platforms: iOS, Android, Google Daydream and Google Cardboard.

Pricing: Free.

11. Sisters - VR App Link

Sisters [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sisters-a-vr-ghost-story/id957212695]
Sisters [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sisters-a-vr-ghost-story/id957212695]

This is the last VR game on this list. However, it is a perfect game for horror genre lovers. In this game, you need to spend a whole night in the haunted house. You are trying to figure out what happened with your aunt. There are demons in the house that want to scare you away.

This game is perfect for those people that have Google Cardboard. You can download this VR game on your smartphone. After that, you can connect it with any VR headset. There is head tracking available in this game. Thus, you can check the whole scary environment of this game. The environment of this game is also interactive. Thus, the environment will respond to your actions. This is not the best VR game available in the market. However, if you are looking for a decent horror VR game, then it is perfect for you. Thus, you should at least give it a try.

Platforms: Google Daydream, Google Cardboard, Android and iOS.

Pricing: Free.

Conclusion

These are all the best VR games and apps available in the market. You should try these VR apps. We have categorized the game according to their genre. Thus, you can find the best VR game for your headset. Most games are available for free. However, you need to pay for paying some VR games. It can be very expensive to develop these VR games. Thus, the price is justified. You should try these amazing VR games.

About Rachel Garza

Rachel Garza is a passionate writer with a deep fascination for technology and science. Born and raised in an intellectually stimulating environment, she developed an early interest in exploring the latest advancements and breakthroughs in these fields. Rachel's love for writing and her insatiable curiosity led her to pursue a career as a tech and science writer.

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