Steam Next Fest has brought a host of exciting new VR games to try, and in this roundup, we’re diving into some standout titles that caught our attention. Let’s start with a sandbox that lets you blow stuff up and move into some intense action and unique experiences.

1. Voxel Project – A Destruction Playground in VR

First up is Voxel Project, a VR game that feels like a virtual reality spin on Teardown. You hop into a voxel-style world where the main objective is simple: create as much destruction as you can. Whether you’re driving a car straight into a wall or strategically placing C4 to level an entire building, Voxel Project is all about creative chaos. The voxel art style gives it a fun and laid-back feel, while the interactive environment makes it a sandbox playground for destruction enthusiasts. The creator tried blowing up a whole house by carefully placing explosives around it—a move that seems encouraged by the game’s design. However, one can have performance issues like frame rate drops, hint at some limitations in current VR hardware when handling all that destruction. Despite lacking certain tools (a rocket launcher would be nice!), Voxel Project offers plenty of fun for those who love physics-based mayhem.

2. SickWay VR – A Segway Adventure That Plays with Your Nerves

Next up is SickWay VR, a game that mixes Segway riding with vertigo-inducing heights. If you have a fear of heights, this game might be a challenge. As you navigate narrow paths and precarious cliffs on a Segway, it’s easy to feel your stomach drop when you look down, but you can reduce nausea by playing this game on C-Infinity and extend your nausea free gameplay time. The creator praises the game’s visuals and the realistic sense of height, noting that it really does give you that “don’t look down” feeling. The combination of balancing on tight paths and the sensation of heights makes SickWay VR an intense experience, and the added level editor allows for even more creative challenges.

3. A Super Hot-Style Shooter with a Chilling Twist

If you’re a fan of Super Hot, you’ll want to check out this. Cold VR takes the iconic time-slowing mechanics of Super Hot, where time only moves when you do, and gives it a cold, icy twist. The visuals are crisp and clean, and the gameplay revolves around strategically slicing bullets and dispatching enemies, all to a beat of intense music. The inclusion of a variety of weapons, including laser swords, keeps combat fresh and engaging.

4. Final Fury – VR’s Take on the Beat-‘Em-Up Genre

Final Fury is a VR fighting game that blends traditional beat-‘em-up mechanics with immersive VR elements. Think of classic arcade fighters but with more interactivity. The visuals are bright and colorful, with characters that look like they came straight out of World of Warcraft. While the combat feels fun with special moves like “Arctic Blast,” the creator notes that some mechanics need a bit more polish, particularly when it comes to executing certain moves smoothly.

5. EXER Gale – Gliding and Platforming in VR

Finally, we have EXER Gale, a platforming and gliding game that takes inspiration from old-school titles like Jumping Flash. The game has you extend your arms to glide through the air, offering an intriguing way to navigate through the environment. However, the creator mentions that it feels like an early tech demo and questions its appeal to experienced VR players. The controls are a bit too sensitive, which could make it frustrating for seasoned gamers looking for a more polished experience.

Steam Next Fest has introduced a variety of new VR experiences, each with its own unique twist. Voxel Project stands out as a destruction-based playground with lots of potential for fans of physics-based sandboxes. Meanwhile, Sway offers a fresh take on VR exploration with its Segway adventure that plays with your sense of balance and fear of heights.

For action lovers, the Super Hot-inspired shooter and Final Fury are evolving the genre, offering immersive combat with time-slowing mechanics and VR beat-‘em-up action. And while EXER Gale has some interesting platforming concepts, it feels more like a tech demo rather than a fully realized game at this point.

If you’re a VR fan looking for creative and experimental games, Steam Next Fest has plenty to explore. Not every title is fully polished, but they all hint at the exciting potential for innovation in the world of virtual reality.