What is Bugsnax VR? Bugsnax VR is now available through a FREE beta update on the Steam Windows version. It allows you to play the entire game in virtual reality, with the option to seamlessly switch back to a flatscreen (non-VR) playthrough at any time using your existing saves.

How do I access Bugsnax VR? In Steam, install Bugsnax, right-click it within the library and select Properties. Go to the Betas tab and enter the code “virtualreality”. Select vrtest from the dropdown and update the game. Launch SteamVR before opening Bugsnax to play in VR.

IMPORTANT: Please go to SteamVR Settings, select to Show Advanced Settings, and change the option Dashboard > “Present Non-VR Applications on Theater Screen Upon Launch” to “Off”. Because this test is being done on a beta, Steam does not know this is a VR game and will otherwise erroneously display screen transitions during loading periods. Click here for a screenshot of the Settings Menu [i.imgur.com]

What is supported by Bugsnax VR? The game was primarily tested using Quest 2/3, Valve Index, and PSVR2 along with their respective controllers. Vive wands are not supported. Gamepad support is available for those who prefer to play without motion controllers.

The game offers both teleport and continuous movement options, as well as snap camera rotation with customizable degree settings. It can be played seated or standing, in room-scale or stationary setups. Left-handed mode is also available.

Why is this being soft launched? Much of the work on VR was done as a fun side project, but it’s now reaching a point where we believe it could be worth a public release. Before we officially list VR as supported on our Steam Store page, we want to check for any major issues or omissions. It will continue to be a free update if publicly launched to everyone.

Will Bugsnax VR be coming to other platforms? There are currently no plans for other platforms, including PSVR2, Meta Quest standalone, or Apple Vision Pro. Bugsnax was created using a custom game engine, making full porting time-consuming. We intend to update the Windows version of Bugsnax on Epic Games Store to include SteamVR support if our soft launch concludes successfully.