Now You Can Play VR Games Using Only A Browser, Here's How

VR games can be played via a web browser at Construct Arcade (Photo: personal doc./Screenshot)

JAKARTA - VR games are often expensive. In addition to the game itself, you'll need a compatible VR headset. VR games also sometimes require large app downloads. Fortunately, there are now a large collection of free immersive games that you can play right in your web browser.

You just need to know where to look, so you don't have to have a VR headset or buy a VR game to play in Construct Arcade.

Using Construct Arcade is one way to do this. All you need is a web browser! The following is a guide on how to use it, which has been compiled from MakeUsOf.

What is Construct Arcade?

Construct Arcade is a website that features many 3D Web games. The games rely on 3D modeling and virtual environments to create immersive experiences through desktop computers and even mobile devices. However, this experience will really shine when you use a VR headset.

Construct Arcade is a fun place for gamers to find a huge collection of immersive games. If you're a developer, Construct Arcade can work for you publishing immersive titles you've created for the immersive web or VR headset.

Many games are available in Construct Arcade, especially arcade style games, as the name suggests. Apart from that, there are also other types of games such as think rhythm games, and puzzle games, table adaptations, and simple shooters.

Is Construct Arcade Free?

Construct Arcade is free to use, and all games are free to play. In fact, you don't need to create an account or log in.

If you create an account, you can post high scores. You can also buy tokens which you can spend on in-game items. In addition to tokens, Construct Arcade can make money through banner ads on the main website, and companies can rent space for ads around in-game menus.

How to Play the game in Construct Arcade?

You can access Construct Arcade via any web browser such as the VR browser on your favorite headset or the stock browser on your computer or mobile device.

How to Play Build Arcade Game in Normal Browser

To play the Construct Arcade game in a regular 2D browser, open the browser and go to Constructarcade.com. From there, you can see thumbnail previews of the available games. The most popular games today also scroll banners at the top of the page.

Not all games in Construct Arcade work in 2D mode. For example, some games do require hand tracking, which can only be done with a VR headset like the Oculus Quest 2.

Games that run in 2D browsers may also have unusual keyboard commands. The simple games in Construct Arcade can usually be found on your keyboard or even on your smartphone with a little trial and error. The game will become more complicated and require a trip to the menu for input instructions.

How to Play Build Arcade Game in VR Browser

To play the game Construct Arcade in a VR browser, open the browser and go to the official website just like you would in a 2D browser. Menu and start are very similar.

When you have found the game you want to play, all you have to do is click on it. And once it's loaded, you'll see a button at the bottom of the window that says VR. Select this button to go beyond the full screen and enter an immersive game.

Since most games have a fairly simple "arcade" style, they have minimal instruction pages. However, the controls for the VR version of the game are always easier to understand than the keyboard controls when playing in 2D.