VR for Movie Fans: How Virtual Reality Brings Films to Life in 2025
In 2025, virtual reality (VR) is reshaping how we experience movies: instead of passively watching, you step into the heart of the story. VR games inspired by iconic franchises like Alien or Star Wars let you battle xenomorphs or pilot a spaceship, making you the star of the show.

Why VR Captivates Movie Fans

VR blurs the line between viewer and screen, turning you into an active participant in the story. Unlike traditional films where you follow the plot, VR lets you interact with the world: you shoot, explore locations, and make choices that shape the outcome. Games like Alien: Rogue Incursion and Star Wars: Squadrons leverage 3D audio, lifelike graphics, and precise motion tracking to create a true sense of presence. You’ll hear an enemy’s footsteps creeping behind you or feel the recoil of a blaster, just like a blockbuster hero.

Anvio’s VR center in elevates this experience: spacious 100 m² arenas give you freedom to move, while co-op games for up to six players bring the camaraderie of epic movie scenes. Wireless Oculus Quest 2 and PICO 4 headsets deliver crisp visuals, and banquet areas let you debrief your adventures with friends. With a catalog of over 40 games, including City Z: I and Station Zarya, Anvio is the perfect spot for movie fans eager to live out their favorite stories.

Top VR Games and Apps for Movie Fans

Alien: Rogue Incursion

Genre: Horror Shooter
Movie Connection: Inspired by the Alien franchise
Description: Alien: Rogue Incursion drops you onto an abandoned space station where xenomorphs lurk around every corner. The tense atmosphere mirrors Ridley Scott’s films, with dark corridors, flickering lights, and eerie sounds. Supports up to 4 players.
Gameplay: Fight xenomorphs using hand-tracking for aiming and interacting with the environment. Solve puzzles to unlock doors and hide from enemies. VR heightens the fear, making you physically react to attacks.

City Z: I

Genre: Zombie Shooter, Horror
Movie Connection: In the style of 28 Days Later and World War Z
Description: Developed by Anvio, City Z: I immerses you in a post-apocalyptic Moscow City, where your special forces team (up to 6 players) battles hordes of zombies. The vibe echoes zombie blockbuster films, with crumbling skyscrapers, darkness, and constant danger.
Gameplay: Choose a rifle or shotgun, navigate ledges above chasms, and take down zombies. Co-op mode demands teamwork, like in movie rescue scenes.
Why at Anvio: Large arenas and wireless Oculus Quest 2 headsets make battles cinematic, while banquet areas are great for post-mission chats.

Star Wars: Squadrons

Genre: Space Simulator, Action
Movie Connection: Inspired by Star Wars
Description: Star Wars: Squadrons lets you pilot an X-Wing or TIE Fighter in epic space battles. The atmosphere recreates iconic movie scenes with starry fields, explosions, and John Williams' legendary soundtracks.
Gameplay: Control your ship with VR controllers, blast enemies, and coordinate with your team (up to 5 players). VR makes every battle feel cinematic, with a cockpit view straight out of the films.

Station Zarya

Genre: Horror Shooter
Movie Connection: In the style of Gravity and Prometheus
Description: An Anvio original, Station Zarya sends your team (up to 6 players) to Regulus-5 after an SOS signal, where you face monstrous creatures. The space station, dark corridors, and starry backdrop create a gripping sci-fi thriller vibe.
Gameplay: Arm yourself with a rifle, shotgun, or rocket launcher and fight enemies attacking from all angles. Motion tracking lets you aim and dodge like a movie hero.
Why at Anvio: 100 m² arenas and co-op mode amplify the blockbuster feel.

Vader Immortal

Genre: Interactive Story, Action
Movie Connection: Inspired by Star Wars
Description: Vader Immortal thrusts you into a story where you’re a smuggler facing Darth Vader. The epic atmosphere features dark halls and iconic saga characters.
Gameplay: Wield a lightsaber and use the Force, solve puzzles, and engage with characters. VR makes every action cinematic, from duels to dialogues. A single-player experience, but perfect for taking turns with friends.
Live the Movies in VR Today
In 2025, VR turns movie fans into the heroes of their favorite films. Games like Alien: Rogue Incursion, Star Wars: Squadrons, and City Z: I recreate epic scenes with immersive depth, while Station Zarya and Vader Immortal deliver interactive stories worthy of Hollywood. Anvio’s VR center makes this accessible with spacious arenas, wireless headsets, and a vibrant game catalog.

Step into the world of movies at Anvio! City Z and Station Zarya are waiting for you.