5 Steam VR Fitness Games to Get You Moving
Extended Reality | Games
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- Monday: Fight like Michael B. Jordan in the Rocky cinematic universe.
- Wednesday: Let loose with slick freestyle dancing and heart-thumpin' beats.
- Friday: Train as a swordmaster wielding powerful blades.
This, too, can be your exercise routine when you enter the immersive experiences of VR (virtual reality). Whether you're a VR gamer looking for fun titles to get you off the couch or a health enthusiast seeking new ways to stay active, these are five immersive games (available on Steam or VIVEPORT) designed to fuse fitness and entertainment.
If you’re interested in learning more, here's a deeper look at how VR hardware and games can transform your workouts, as well as several game picks: BoxVR, Pistol Whip, Beat Saber, and Les Mills Bodycombat.
Speaking of hardware, check out the VIVE Focus Vision headset, which offers many features ideal for VR fitness. Here are just a few of them:
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Balanced front and back weight provides comfort during intensive movement.
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A cleanable face cushion keeps the experience hygienic, even when sharing the headset.
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5K fidelity and ultra-wide field of view take you right into the game world.
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DisplayPort mode support delivers smooth, lossless graphics.
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VIVE Ultimate Tracker support lets you pair up to five sensors with the headset for precision full-body tracking.
Without further ado, here are our five game recommendations.
The Thrill of the Fight - VR Boxing
This game is a highly realistic boxing simulator requiring coordination and endurance. You will need to learn how to throw jabs, hooks, uppercuts, and master defensive moves. Opponents are powered by AI, meaning they will become smarter and stronger, and you will need to refine your skills to progress through the game. No hit assist, and arcade-style mechanics are unacceptable. Only proper technique will score you that knock-out.
Why it's a great workout:
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Provides good boxing-style cardiovascular training.
Here's another great boxing game set in the Rocky cinematic universe. In addition to the lifelike boxing movement required, it features a gripping story mode where you experience the ascent of Adonis Creed from an underdog nobody to the Champion of the World. Trust us, you'll want to keep playing and get fitter.
Why it's a great workout:
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Sloppy punches and poor defense won’t work—just like real boxing. You have to really move!
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Need motivation to stay fit? The training montages make playing the game feel like inspirational sports movie moments.
Synth Riders
If you love dancing and good tunes, you won't want to miss this rhythm-based fitness game. Instead of slashing at blocks with your hands (like Beat Saber), you slide along neon-lit rails and punch or swipe at incoming notes in sync with the beat. Hand-eye coordination, agility, and stamina are essential for this game. Custom song support and a growing multiplayer community are also available.
Why it's a great workout:
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Your endurance and quickness will be pushed as you progress to harder levels.
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The multiplayer mode adds an element of competition and motivation to perform.
Until You Fall
Fantasy meets fitness in this rogue-lite combat game. Battles demand skillful swings, blocks, and dodges against magic-infused enemies to give your upper body a real workout. Your weapons and abilities are upgraded as you progress, something new for every session.
Why it's a great workout:
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The constant movement keeps your heart rate up and metabolism firing.
- The reflex-based action tests your reaction and coordination.
Swordsman VR
This physics-based, sword-fighting game prioritizes realism over arcade-style combat. Every weapon has weight and momentum, forcing you to use proper technique and providing a good workout session. An engaging storyline, varied fighting styles, and challenging opponents keep the experience fun and fresh. After all, the more you want to play, the fitter you get.
Why it's a great workout:
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Demands control, endurance, and precision—great for those looking to train martial arts moves.
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Delivers a more focused workout compared to other fast-paced action games.
Level up your VR workouts with the right headset
Don't let the word "game" fool you. These five VR fitness titles go beyond just casually waving your hands and twirling the controllers. They deliver riveting experiences that double as effective workouts.
Also, don’t forget that proper hardware is critical to getting fit in VR! Lightweight, comfortable, and with precision tracking that smoothly transports your every move into virtual reality, VIVE Focus Vision is engineered for fully immersive sessions. Learn more now to push your fitness to new heights.
