The WhatsNext verdict
For VR players who want fast, on-rails shooting with a flying phoenix and a single-player story: You fly a phoenix through fixed routes and shoot your way forward, with the headset making the movement and dodging feel physical. Tradeoff: Fixed routes and VR-only hardware leave little room for free exploration or handheld play, and fast reactions are needed throughout.
What it does best
shooter
strategy
arcade
fantasy
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What you are walking into
The Phoenix Gene is an adrenaline-fueled VR quest for immortality. Control a fierce phoenix, Firestorm, and genetically enhanced Jackie, bonded by fate and driven by the collapse of the Slipstream multiverse. Total Immersion. Total Action: Fly, dodge, and move your body in this adventurous ‘schumupp.
Where it lives
Meta Quest 2
Genre
ShooterStrategyArcade
Vibe
ActionFantasyDrama
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