Kayak VR: Mirage (2022)

Developer: Better Than Life
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Racing, Simulation, Sports
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 1,044 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Paddling through stunning, realistic waterways feels serene and awe-inspiring.

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What players say

Players praise the visuals as among the best in VR and enjoy the realistic kayak physics, but many find the experience short with little replay value. Some suffer heavy motion sickness, and players with small play spaces warn that racing speed can knock objects off a desk.

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