EGX 2015: 8 Unexpectedly Good Video Games That Blew Us Away

5. VR Karts

VR Karts is the sort of kart racer you remember from years gone by. You drive forward, turning left or right to get round obstacles, picking up power-ups and riding over speed boosts. On the surface, not particularly special - however, the amount of synchronisation between the game and the VR software means that this little gem definitely makes the list. Playing at EGX, gamers would sit in a chair and play using pedals and a steering wheel connected into the computer, adding to the sense of immersion. When a player turned to look behind them, they saw the karts trailing in their wake. The novelty of being able to look around a track, unrestrained from a set third-person camera is an incredibly satisfying experience and one that, if VR becomes more commonplace, we should all be looking forward to.