‘Detective VR’ to Introduce ‘Minority Report’-Style Gameplay in Mixed Reality for Quest

Indie game developers Chipo y Juan have announced an intriguing new addition to the gaming world: Detective VR, a mixed reality game inspired by the classic film Minority Report. Set to launch on the Quest platform next week, this game promises to bring the thrill of detective work into your own living room.

Scheduled for release on February 27th exclusively for Quest 3 and 3S, Detective VR offers a narrative-driven experience where players can manipulate time, gather evidence, and question witnesses—all within the immersive Passthrough mode. It’s a unique blend of storytelling and gameplay that draws inspiration from titles like Return of the Obra Dinn and Immortality, as well as the cinematic flair of Minority Report. However, don’t expect a straightforward investigation; the game’s creators warn that unreliable testimonies and tricky suspect interactions will keep players on their toes as they switch between mixed and virtual reality environments.

Designed exclusively for the Quest system, Detective VR promises a rich, five-hour journey filled with story-driven puzzles. Players will have the ability to pause, rewind, and play through scenes in search of critical clues, interacting with a cast of six fully motion-captured characters. The game features a talented cast with familiar faces from popular TV series such as The Crown, Succession, and Doctor Who, including actors like Luke Mably, Angus Wright, Melissa Bright, Hannah Wright, David Clark, and Bryony Byrne.

Based in Marseille, France, the studio behind this game has a solid track record in the VR space, having previously developed VORTEX VR for Quest as well as various art exhibition experiences. For those eager to jump into the role of detective, Detective VR is available for pre-order today via the Horizon Store for Quest 3 and 3S. Customers can take advantage of a pre-launch discount, picking up the game for $24 instead of the future standard price of $30.

Whether you’re a fan of narrative games or a devotee of VR technology, Detective VR looks set to offer an engaging new realm to explore.