PlayStation VR 7 most exciting games of 2017

A reader looks forward to some of the year’s new PSVR games, including many you may never of hear of before.

As a bit virtual reality fan for nearly a year with the Gear VR, I was really up for getting the PlayStation VR (PSVR) headset when it was released in November last year. I currently do not have a PC powerful enough to get an Oculus Rift or HTC Vive. Anyways, I love the PSVR. It already boasts nearly 100 titles, and not all of them are tech demos either. With Resident Evil 7, Until Dawn: Rush of Blood, and Driverclub VR to name just a few. But here are my seven most anticipated PSVR games of 2017.

1. Golem

This game was announced very early on, before the PSVR’s release in fact. You initially get to control small stone-like creatures called a golem, to wander around and explore a new world. As you progress, you will be able to upgrade your golem and create a much larger creature. You can then battle other golems and venture further in the game. The game’s world looks graphically superb. It’s release date is still unknown, however this should be excellent when it arrives.

2. Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul

This game is probably my most anticipated out of all. I love VR horror games, and this promises to be the scariest game ever made. It is loosely based on the film franchise, which is another plus, as I loved the films. The game is a survival horror set in the Paranormal Activity universe. The developers said the game should last between three to six hours depending on how quick or slowly you want to play it. Fingers crossed that this will be even better than Resident Evil 7.

3. Ancient Amuletor

Not a great deal is known about this game, however, what I have seen of it looks impressive. It is a Tower Defense game which looks like it’s set Egypt. The game boasts excellent graphics, four-player co-op and plenty to see and do, and a tough challenge. This is one game I will definitely be keeping my eye on for the next few months.

4. Crowe: The Drowned Armory

This game interests me due to the fact it seems to mix numerous genres of gameplay. You control Crowe, who must puzzle and shoot his way through the game. Graphically It looks superb from the few screenshots I have seen. This is still in development, but is another on my list of games to look out for this year.

5. Dead Secret

This cracking game was what first got me to love VR. Dead Secret on the Gear VR was an amazing technical achievement. The Gear VR was still basically using a mobile phone to power itself, and Dead Secret was one of the first premium games on the unit. For those who have not played it, you go around a creepy house finding and solving clues to what seems to be a murder, or a disappearance.

Your trip around the house has a paranormal feel, as ghostly images appear when using a special item. There are a few fantastic set pieces which could end your progress through the story, or your grisly death. With five different endings, and an intriguing story, as well as engaging gameplay, PSVR owners will love this when it hits the PS store.

6. StarBlood Arena

Not a great deal needs to be said about this game, other than it looks excellent. It’s another action shooter but with extra umph. There’s the usual multiple game modes including deathmatch, capture the flag, and co-op modes. This should entertain most VR owners, and it looks a lot of fun.

7. Herocade

Herocade is a nine-game bundle of classic indie games, most of which have appeared on other VR platforms. There are two games in particular to look out for in this $15 bundle. One of the games is called Sisters and the other is called Dreadhalls. The latter is considered to be the scariest game ever made. I can concur, Dreadhalls is the only game which makes me throw off my headset in terror.

You wander around a huge dungeon with just a torch. Unfortunately your torch needs constant refuelling. As you wander around collecting items, the enemies, ranging from statues to huge creatures, will try to hunt you down. I won’t spoil the Sisters game by saying anything about it but again, it’s scary. This overall is an excellent package.

So as you can see, there’s plenty of life in the PSVR yet. With nearly 100 out this year, it should be another great year. With Tekken VR, Ace Combat 7, Farpoint and many others also coming out this year PSVR owners are in for another great year of VR gaming.

By reader Dark Anima