Guildford Castle VR (2022)

Developer: Historic VR
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Free To Play, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 101 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 39 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, educational stroll through a meticulously recreated historical site, with light interactions and a gentle sense of discovery across eras.

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What players say

Players describe this as a guided VR tour of a real castle, not a game. The photogrammetry is praised, but performance problems are common and some find the graphics underwhelming. Players are split on whether it works well as an experience or just feels like a tech demo.

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