Doctor Who: The Runaway (2020)

Developer: BBC Media Applications Technologies Ltd
Genres: Action, Adventure
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 176 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 15 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, high-stakes chase through time and space in VR, driven by urgency and whimsical sci-fi energy.

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What players say

Players describe this as a very short VR experience, around 15 minutes, that feels more like a tech demo or interactive show than a full game. While fans of the Doctor Who series appreciate the charming art style and authentic portrayal of the Thirteenth Doctor, many wish it were longer and had more gameplay.

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