The Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3 have been out since 2020 and 2023, respectively. Since then, many games have been released for the Meta platforms, with new titles every year that excite fans and bring new experiences to virtual reality. Some popular games released include Beat Saber, The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners, and The Room VR. Each game has brought its own unique experience, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in virtual reality gameplay and keeping players coming back.

2024 was another good year for virtual reality games, with releases like Max Mustard, Batman: Arkham Shadow, and VAIL. While previous years' titles are still doing well, newer titles have continued to push the industry forward. These games offer players fresh gameplay experiences and intriguing stories that keep them engaged and excited about the future of VR gaming. Out of all the games released this year, these are the 10 most talked-about and highly rated.

10 Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable

Become A Scout Regiment Recruit To Take On Titans

With over 2,000 reviews on the Meta Store and a 4.5 rating, Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable has become a fan favorite, delivering an action-packed experience. The game is especially loved by those familiar with the manga and anime, but can still be enjoyed by those newer to the series. It has everything you could want in a VR game — intense action, stunning visuals, and immersive mechanics that make you feel like you're actually battling Titans in the world of Attack on Titan​​​​​​.

Stepping into the game, players the Scout Regiment as recruits to help defend humanity against the Titans. To do so, players will use omnidirectional mobility gear to swing through the air and attack Titans with slashing attacks while avoiding the deadly attacks thrown their way. While a few minor issues make Attack on Titan VR a pain in the neck, it's still a fun and thrilling experience.

Attack on Titan VR was released in two parts. The first part was released in July, giving access to ten unique missions. Part two was released later, updating the game with more chapters, co-op mode, survival mode, and new weapons. The fun isn't over yet — the 2025 roap (via the Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable website) includes the launch of the Global Challenge, the Thunder Spear release, and a mysterious free update that will likely bring even more exciting content and surprises to the game.

9 X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm

Fight Against Bosses Like Bird Human Garth And Super Wall

X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm hasn't received much recognition, but that doesn't make it less worthy of a spot in the 10 best Meta Quest 2 and 3 games of 2024​​​​​​. With just over 100 reviews on the Meta Store, X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm ​​​​​​has a 5.0 rating that shows how highly its players appreciate its fast-paced action. The game comes packed with goodies such as a Bill and Lance supreme skin, Contra game mode, and five collaboration-exclusive splats. The game is even better with friends; you can team up with your buddies to take on Red Falcon's forces.

Within X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm, players will fight enemies like Bird Human Garth, Armadillo Bomb, and Super Wall. X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm offers a variety of gameplay styles in both offense and defense and access to several tactical maps that will put players' creativity to the test. It's a fast-paced, action-packed game that keeps players on their toes.

8 Escaping Wonderland

Meet The Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, And More From Wonderland

Escaping Wonderland is another 2024 Meta Quest title that hasn't gotten the recognition it deserves. It's a game that takes players down the rabbit hole and into the classic world of Wonderland. Escaping Wonderland brings famous and loved characters like the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter to life.

Escaping Wonderland is a game within the Down the Rabbit Hole series. However, it's a standalone title that does not require players to have played the previous game but is an essential game in the Alice in Wonderland franchise.

In Escaping Wonderland, ​​​​​​players take on the role of Molly, who finds herself having to escape Wonderland. It's a diorama-style environment with hours of whimsical gameplay and puzzles that will engage players and challenge their problem-solving and creativity skills.

With more than 100 reviews in the Meta Store and a 4.8 rating, Escaping Wonderland is a must-play for those who enjoy puzzles, brain-teasers, and the Wonderland world created by Lewis Carroll. It has received high praise for its captivating gameplay, charming atmosphere, and clever puzzles that keep players hooked from start to finish.

7 Workshop Simulator VR

Fulfill Your Dreams Of Owning Your Own Workshop

Simulator games are extremely popular with players, and there are simulator games that explore many topics. Players can live out all their fantasies and unique interests in simulator-styled games, from city building to power washing and lawn mowing. Meta Quest has a few titles to choose from, and this year, it released another to the list in Workshop Simulator VR. The concept is simple enough: assume the role of a workshop owner and bring old items back to life. Assemble, disassemble, clean, and create your own projects.

In Workshop Simulator VR, players will have various tools and techniques to use as they complete tasks, earn money, and build a reputation as one of the best workshop owners. Buy and ols, gather resources, and even expand the workshop as the business grows. Workshop Simulator VR has relaxing and rewarding simulation gameplay, offering players a chance to be creative and hands-on in the workshop of their dreams. It also has a 4.8 rating from 62 reviews in the Meta Store.

6 Anomaly

Scavenge, Loot, And Try Your Best To Survive

Sitting at a 4.8 review score with 68 reviews on the Meta Store, Anomaly delivers a gripping sci-fi adventure to its players. It's a high-stakes PvPvE extraction shooter that takes players on a wild ride into the dangerous Exclusion Zone. Set in 2050, the Exclusion Zone is an abandoned and dangerous town controlled by the Conway Group. To survive, players must fulfill contracts to scavenge and loot, all while battling rival players and lurking dangers.

Anomaly is still in early access, so expect bugs and glitches.

The goal is to secure the Artifact, a prized possession that everyone is after. Even once you have it in your hands, the challenge doesn't end – every other player will stop at nothing to take it from you. Players must be quick on their feet to outmaneuver opponents and avoid losing it all, but with customizable weapons and tactical tools, they can turn the tide of battle in their favor. Anomaly promises to keep players on the edge of their seats and deliver an action-packed and adrenaline-pumping experience every match.

5 Max Mustard

Play 40 Hand-Crafted Levels In A Fun Platformer

Max Mustard is the latest in VR platformers, providing players with an action-adventure-packed experience in over 40 hand-crafted levels. It's all the rage with seasoned platformer fans and newbies alike, with a 4.8 rating and 633 reviews on the Meta Store. Each level is jam-packed with adventure, surprises, and unique mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and exciting.

Players take on the role of Max Mustard and set out on a mission to rescue adorable mudpups. The mudpups are being held captive by Stubbins, a shady businessman who sells them to the elite, who then use them as vanity products. The game provides hours of fun with immersive first-person power-ups through a third-person platforming experience. With shocking twists and turns, Max Mustard will leave players questioning the fate of their enemies and their own decisions.

4 Metro Awakening VR

Face Off Against Supernatural Threats

Metro Awakening VR has an 81 Metascore on Metacritic and a 4.5 rating from 863 reviews on the Meta Store. It contains violence, blood and gore, and strong language, putting it at a Mature 17+ rating. Metro Awakening VR takes players on a first-person adventure to explore an atmospheric environment, using stealth and combat to navigate the dark and haunting Moscow Metro.

As Serdar, players must survive crippling radiation, deadly threats, and supernatural horrors while searching for Serdar's wife and the medication she needs to survive. Elements of the supernatural through ghosts and spirits add tension and mystery to the gameplay. With hand-made weapons and a gas mask to keep safe in the post-apocalyptic world, players must venture into the Metro's depths and face off against bandits, mutants, and worse. Metro Awakening VR keeps players on the edge of their seat as they navigate treacherous tunnels to survive.

3 I Am Cat

Enjoy A Chaotic Life As A Cat

Since its release on the Meta Quest, I Am Cat has garnered a positive reception from players. It currently sits at a 4.9 rating from a whopping 55,000 reviews – an impressive achievement. The sandbox action game released just this year quickly rose as a top-rated and bestseller among other Meta titles. Much as the title suggests, I Am Cat lets players go on an adventure as a cat who lives in a grandmother's home. The house is full of excitement in the form of quests and exploration that capture the charm and curiosity of being a cat.

As a cat, players can roam freely around grandma's home, exploring and finding secrets along the way. As they explore, they can get into trouble and cause mischief by cooking, throwing, running, and jumping around Granny's home. Players can even steal from and fight Granny, becoming her mortal enemy, or choose a more peaceful route to become friends with Granny. I Am Cat offers variety and will give players plenty to do, whether causing mayhem, finding hidden secrets, or going on quests that test their problem-solving skills and creativity. There are even mini-games to keep players engaged.

2 Batman: Arkham Shadow

Protect Gotham From The Rat King

With an 84 Metascore on Batman: Arkham Shadow has been praised for its exciting gameplay and faithful adaption of the beloved Arkham series into a VR experience. Arkham Shadow has quickly garnered a reputation as not only one of the best Meta Quest games, but one of the best Batman games ever made, and is definitely a must-play for any VR enthusiast.

Batman: Arkham Shadow comes free with purchases of the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S.

Play as Batman in a fully immersive VR experience, protecting Gotham City from the villainous Rat King and his followers. With the city being threatened by the Rat King's "Day of Wrath," chaos ensues as riots break out and players must race around Gotham to stop the unrest, restore order, and stop the Rat King once and for all.

1 VAIL

Engage In One Of The High-Rated VR Shooters

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For fans of first-person shooters, VAIL is an absolute must-play. Packed with action and violence, VAIL has quickly become the highest-rated VR shooter on the Meta Store. It has everything you could possibly want in a first-person shooter: smooth and responsive gameplay mechanics, solid interactions, and an immersive physics system that makes every action feel real and impactful. It's more than just a shooter – it redefines VR combat by offering intense action, strategic gameplay, and dynamic environments that keep players returning for more.

Players can engage in intense 1v1 battles, compete in mini-golf, and venture through The Citadel to discover hidden secrets. VAIL also offers team-based and free-for-all game modes, and as players level up, they can unlock rewards and compete to be at the top of the leaderboards. VAIL plans to release more game modes in the future, which will be available to all purchasers of the VAIL Combat DLC, which means players will continue to have fresh content to explore.

Whether you're looking for a puzzle game, a platformer, a simulation, or a first-person shooter, Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3 games have something for everyone to enjoy. With various titles in their library and more to come, there will always be something new and exciting to explore for years to come.

Source: Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable, Metacritic (1, 2)

Meta Quest 2

Brand

Meta

Display Type

RGB LCD

Connectivity

Bluetooth

Weight

1.83 pounds

If you're looking for a no-nonsense virtual reality headset that is easy to use and s hundreds of VR games, the Meta Quest 2 is for you. The headset has two controllers that provide excellent control over the virtual world. A 90Hz display shows smooth, high-resolution visuals, whether a game or a VR experience. The headset lasts for three hours on a single charge, and you can even extend the battery life by getting additional batteries. Connecting the headset with your smartphone or PC is also no big deal. It comes in two storage options: 128 GB and 256 GB. 

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