Re-imagining the Retro for VR gaming

Subroc 3D (Sega 1982)

This game, along with many others in this sub-genre of games (including Terminator), has opponents flying horizontally across the screen and missiles (or grenades) going for your face! On higher end VR systems, to move your head to dodge them versus trying to shoot them down (with a controller by point and aim) can make for some great fun. Two options exist with this game, to attack opponents by sea or in space.

Author: Ed Sum

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