In fact, some of these games are also available for PlayStation VR. Here are the main technical details:. Why choose the Vive? The technology used in the Vive allows for improved motion-tracking. If you want to go even further and get rid of cables, HTC offers a wireless adapter. In the end, each console brings its own advantages and disadvantages. The latest VR systems are cool, but they currently have smaller libraries of games.
The Switch is the most family-friendly option, but it lacks the spatial tracking provided by the Kinect or the PlayStation Eye camera. Buying guides Get Your Body Moving! I may get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my full affiliate disclosure here. Contents hide. In a rush? Nintendo Switch. Sony PlayStation PlayStation 4. PlayStation 5. It's not just a great cardio workout, but also good for your balance and your core strength as you make sure you're dodging the giant ball of energy floating towards you.
If you're a fan of melee combat in VR, then we've got good news for you. Until You Fall is incredibly aptly named, because it's a melee roguelike that'll have you falling at the same time your in-game character dies. You get to choose two weapons, one for each hand, and have to attack enemies to bring down their armor, before slicing in specific directions to whittle down their health.
That'd be enough on its own, but you also have to move your arms into specific positions to block attacks, dodge with your whole body, and duck to avoid big swings too. Thankfully, the game's absolutely beautiful, but even though you're going to die a lot, your body will thank you for it.
Zombies, Run! It's been around for a long time now, but it remains an absolutely essential app for those who want to run, but feel as though they need a little bit more motivation to stick to the track. You'll be running as you hear the zombies coming up close to you, but also as you hear bits of the story of the world as you go. Active Arcade is one of the best fitness games going, and the best part about it is that it's on mobile phones. All you have to do is make sure the screen and the camera are pointing towards you, and then you just have to do as you're told.
It features a collection of different mini-games that all have the aim of making you move your body. Sometimes that means you'll be jumping about like a fool, and other games will have you trying to move your arms to strike specific points. It's a really fun way to add a little bit of excitement and novelty into your training, and fitness fanatics and newbies alike will love it.
While Mario Tennis Aces isn't specifically built for fitness, that doesn't mean you can't treat it as such. Thanks to the motion controls of the Nintendo Switch, you'll get a light increase to your heart rate just by playing the game. However, if you're looking to up the intensity a little bit, you can always create a little bit of room where you're gaming, and try to move along horizontally as your character is doing.
It requires a little more self-discipline than the other options on this list, but if you're willing to commit to the bit, then you'll also find yourself getting pretty fit.
Ring Fit Adventure is marketed as a game first and exercise second, but it'll certainly put you through your paces. The action-RPG game sees you squatting, crunching and downward-dogging your way to success, as you set out on a quest to defeat a hench, bodybuilding dragon called Dragaux. And that's just the story mode, there are also plenty of mini-games and individual workouts to focus on specific parts of your body.
In order to play Ring Fit Adventure, you need the Ring Fit device like a pilates ring , but this handily comes packaged with the game. The best thing is, it's all in a free-to-play app on your phone so it's relatively easy to access. The Switch game offers you workouts overseen by a virtual trainer, where you use your Joy-Con motion controllers to perform punches and dodging maneuvers, with the difficulty increasing gradually over time.
The game uses your weight and height to estimate your fitness age and calorie burn, setting the routine, length and intensity of these workouts based on this, however these can be adjusted if you're not happy. It's a great workout for those who want a fairly-straightforward boxing workout without all the bells and whistles. Beat Saber isn't marketed as a fitness game - but it sure should be.
The VR rhythm game sees you ducking and dodging while swinging your arms to slice the blocks flying your way - all to some amazing tunes. It's one of the best VR games on the market for a reason. The trend also works in reverse. More traditional gyms, machines, and exercise classes are utilizing elements often associated with gaming to get people on the mat. Have different goals each day, different results at the finish line, and leave your comfort zone.
And regardless of game, platform, workout, or technology being used, [it] should be rewarding from the inside out. Courtesy of Oculus. There are lots of virtual reality headsets on the market, but Oculus is a good place to start your VR journey. Augment the soundtrack with the latest Billie Eilish bundle or the Skrillex pack. The Facebook-owned headset has a good variety of games. Scale mountains in The Climb, play tennis with a golf club or bowl with a basketball in Sports Scramble , box as Michael B.
More traditional training experiences can also be had with Holofit or Supernatural. Oculus Move is the built-in fitness tracker that allows users to track the calories they burn and their physically active minutes, set exercise goals, and monitor progress over time. The company also announced an Active Pack of accessories coming next year to better the experience. Courtesy image. The video game giant has long been the hardware of choice for exergamers. The Switch picks up where the Wii left off and in some ways, like portability, improves on the fit gaming experience.
The game diversity also means you can find light exercise options as well as AVGs that will leave you breathing hard and sweating buckets. The goal to keep people moving is such a high priority that even some of their standard games are getting in on the action. For example, the free Nov. The unit can be played through the TV screen or on the tabletop leaving hands free and making it very easy to use as a traveling gym in your hotel room. The bundle comes with the game and both the Ring-Con and leg strap accessories.
The detachable joysticks from your Switch unit plug into the accessories and track your movements.
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