VR mech roguelite Big Shots brings cross-platform co-op to Steam, PSVR 2 and Quest.
Developed by Belgium-based studio Alter Eyes, Big Shots announced its release date alongside a new publishing deal with MyDearest (Dyschronia: Chronos Alternate). On April 18, players can choose to play in co-op or solo mode, and earn permanent upgrades while defending Earth. Here’s the release date trailer:
Big Shots adds to an increasingly busy time for the VR mech genre. MyDearest, which published the gritty arena fighting game UNDERDOGS in January, is now publishing Mecha Force by Ming Studio. This VR roguelike was inspired by Japanese robot anime. Bandai Namco Filmworks, Atlas V and other developers are developing Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom. It’s described by the company as an interactive VR anime film. Our
experience at Big Shots preview was positive. We were impressed with how immersive the PSVR 2 was and called it “an engaging mech-game that draws inspiration from both the wave shooter and roguelite genres.” Big Shots will be available on Quest App Lab for $24.99, as well as Gamescom 2023, and
. As for the previously announced Pico version, MyDearest did not confirm a release date when asked by UploadVR.PC VRNotice: This article was initially updated on March 15, 2024, to add MyDearest’s response about the Pico version. This article was first updated on March 15, 2024, to include MyDearest’s response about the Pico version. It was then updated again on 18 April in order to reflect its launch.