Best VR Games That Support Full Body Tracking

In our previous post, we delved into setting up full body tracking (FBT) for your Quest 2 or Quest 3 headset. If you haven't read that guide yet, we highly recommend checking it out here first to get your FBT system up and running.

Now that you've got your trackers calibrated and your virtual body moving in sync with your real one, you're probably wondering, "What games can I play that support these?" In this post, we're going to explore a variety of VR games and experiences that support full body tracking, from social platforms to intense action games and everything in between.

So, strap on those trackers, clear some space in your play area, and let's dive into the full body tracking in VR games!

VRChat

VRChat is the quintessential social VR platform that fully embraces full body tracking. Available for free on Steam, this social space allows users to embody custom avatars and interact with others in a vast multiverse of user-created worlds.

VRChat offers hundreds of thousands of worlds and millions of avatars, all created by users. It supports both VR and desktop modes, but truly comes alive in VR. Users can engage in a wide range of activities, from casual conversations to mini-games and live events. The platform also provides tools for creating custom worlds and avatars.

VRChat's implementation of FBT allows for natural movements and expressive interactions. Here's how to set it up:

1. Ensure your trackers are turned on and recognized in SteamVR.
2. Launch VRChat.
3. Open the in-game menu and select 'Calibrate FBT' under the Quick Actions section.
4. Your avatar will enter a T-pose stance.
5. Align your body with the avatar's position, ensuring trackers match the corresponding body parts.
6. Click the triggers on your controllers to confirm the position.

With FBT calibrated, your avatar will mirror your full-body movements. This allows for more natural expression through body language and a stronger sense of presence. Many VRChat worlds and games are designed with FBT in mind, offering unique interactions and gameplay opportunities.

Beat Saber (With FeetSaber mod)

Beat Saber is a popular VR rhythm game where players slash through beats of adrenaline-pumping music. While the base game uses hand controllers, the FeetSaber mod transforms this experience into a foot-based rhythm game, similar to Dance Dance Revolution (DDR).

FeetSaber, created by modder Naluluna, attaches virtual lightsabers to the player's feet, allowing them to slice blocks by stepping or stomping. This mod lowers note blocks to ground level, creating a unique DDR-like experience in VR. It's part of the NalulunaModifier collection, which includes other unconventional mods like "Boxing" and "Badminton."

Setting up FeetSaber:

1. Download BSManager and downgrade Beat Saber to version 1.27.0 by clicking on the plus sign on the bottom left of the window. 1.27.0 can be found in the 2022 section.
2. Ensure BS Utils, Custom Avatars and BeatSaberMarkupLanguage are installed in the mod list.
3. FeetSaber is part of a collection by modder Naluluna, you can download the mod here.
4. Move the dll file to C:\Users[YourUsername]\BSManager\BSInstances\1.27.0\Plugins by default, or wherever you set the path for your downgraded versions of Beat Saber to go.
5. Launch Beat Saber version 1.27.0 through BSManager.
6. In-game, look to your left and under 'mods' click on 'avatars'.
   
7. To the right of the mirror click on 'template - full body'.
8. Go back to the left and click on 'current avatar', then click on the calibrate button. Look down and make sure that the little white balls (that represent your trackers) are on the Beat Saber foot prints, then click 'save'.
9. Go to solo mode, click 'mods' on the left menu, navigate to Naluluna, select Feetsaber, and enable desired options.

Additionally, more links to Beatmaps, custom sabers and custom notes can be found in the description of Naluluna’s original FeetSaber video here.

LIV

LIV isn't a game per se, but a VR content creation software that leverages FBT for creating engaging VR content. It allows VR streamers and Youtubers to show their full body movements in their videos and streams as an avatar, amongst other impressive features.

Here's how to set it up:

1. Download and install LIV from Steam for free.
   
   
2. Avatar Setup:
   
   • Obtain a compatible 3D avatar model in VRM or .avatar format.
     
     
   • Launch LIV,  and under "PCVR Tools", then click "Avatars".
     
     
   • Drag your VRM avatar file into the LIV window, or add to My Documents/LIV/Avatars.

      3. VR Configuration:

• Put on your VR headset and open LIV. There are two different ways to open it within VR, depending what you have set as default.

• In the menu, click on the avatar icon and select your uploaded avatar.

      4.Calibration and Adjustments:

• Select the body parts you have trackers on, and use T-pose calibration and/or custom calibration to fine tune how the trackers align with your IRL body vs your avatar’s body.

    
     5. Broadcasting Setup:

• Add the LIV App Output as a source in your broadcasting software (e.g., OBS).

LIV supports hundreds of SteamVR games, allowing you to use your full-body tracked avatar in various virtual environments. This means your viewers can see your avatar fully animated in the game output. For a full list of supported games, visit https://www.liv.tv/games.

Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu

Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu is a martial arts game that fully embraces full body tracking to deliver an authentic fighting experience. This first-person VR kung fu fighter features high-fidelity, physics-based combat, and an artistic style that pays homage to the golden era of martial arts films. Players can choose from over 40 different characters, each with unique fighting styles, special moves, perks, and weaknesses. The diverse roster draws inspiration from legendary martial arts figures across decades of cinema, ranging from wise old masters to gifted young students, Shaolin monks, and characters inspired by icons like Bruce Lee.

Setting up Full Body Tracking in Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu:

1. Ensure your trackers are on and recognized by your VR system.
2. In the game, navigate to Calibrate > Advanced Calibration > Full body trackers.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to adjust the trackers.
4. Position the trackers on the in-game model until they feel right and accurately represent your movements.

With FBT enabled, players can perform a wide range of authentic martial arts movements, including front kicks, knee strikes, and even flying high kicks (just be careful). 

Blade and Sorcery

Blade and Sorcery is a medieval fantasy sandbox game. This VR-exclusive title focuses on physics-driven melee, ranged, and magic combat, offering a uniquely realistic and engaging experience. The game features both a progression mode called Crystal Hunt and an unrestricted sandbox mode. Players have access to 76 weapons and 90 armor pieces, with 78 skills to unlock throughout their journey. As a warrior, ranger, or sorcerer, players can develop their own fighting styles, limited only by their creativity and the game's physics engine.

The game incorporates full body tracking to enhance combat and movement, allowing for more realistic sword fighting and acrobatics. Here's how to set it up:

1. Launch the game and select your character.
2. Look to your right to find the "auto height" and "auto trackers" buttons.
3. Click the "auto trackers" button. Your trackers should now be visible on your feet.
4. To calibrate, stand in the translucent feet markers.
5. When everything looks correct, click the "auto trackers" button again to confirm.

With FBT enabled, players can experience a new level of control in combat. Your full body movements translate directly into the game, allowing for more precise footwork, dodging, and acrobatic maneuvers. This enhanced control adds depth to the already robust physics-based combat system, making each encounter feel more dynamic and personal..

Dance Dash

Dance Dash is an arcade-style rhythm game designed with full body tracking in mind. This energetic game challenges players to move their entire body to the beat, tracking their feet for an engaging dance experience. 

The game features intuitive mechanics like ducking, dodging, jumping, hitting, and shuffling, making it accessible yet highly engaging. Players can groove to hundreds of community-created songs and maps, as well as viral dance videos and music videos. Dance Dash also includes a robust editor that allows users to choreograph their own routines and share them with the community.

To ensure your in-game "shoes" are calibrated properly for accurate step registration, follow these simple steps:

1. From the main menu, click on the 'adjust shoes' button.
2. Align your real feet (shown as trackers) within the virtual shoes.
3. Click the 'OK' button to confirm the calibration.

With this quick setup, your full-body movements will be accurately tracked, allowing you to fully step to notes in the rhythm and challenge of each song.

Zenith: Nexus

Zenith: Nexus is a free-to-play VR MMO that supports full body tracking, allowing players to bring their full range of motion into a vast virtual world. This anime-inspired game enhances both combat and social interactions through its VR first design. Zenith: Nexus offers two distinct game modes: Infinite Realms, a free-to-play action-adventure RPG with session-based gameplay, and The Last City, a DLC featuring the original MMO experience with hundreds of hours of content.

To enable FBT in Zenith, follow these steps:

1. Open the game's menu and navigate to comfort settings.
2. Look for the 'addons' options on the left.
3. Check the box for SteamVR full body tracking.
4. Ensure your feet and head are facing the same direction.
5. Stand straight and click the 'calibrate' button to align your trackers with your avatar's body.

However, it's important to note that Zenith: The Last City, the original version of the game, has entered maintenance mode. As of July 2024, new content development for both Zenith and Infinite Realms has ceased, with the final content patch (Season 4) released in August 2024. While servers remain operational "for the foreseeable future," players should be aware that an eventual shutdown is expected.

Natural Locomotion

Natural Locomotion is a powerful application that works with SteamVR to provide a more immersive and potentially more comfortable way of moving in virtual environments. It's compatible with any SteamVR game that supports trackpad or stick locomotion, allowing you to walk, run, and jump naturally using your arm or feet movements instead of relying solely on controller inputs.

By linking your physical movements to in-game locomotion, Natural Locomotion can help reduce motion sickness for many users. It comes with pre-set profiles for popular games and allows you to create custom profiles for other titles. Advanced users will appreciate Natural Locomotion's tools for aligning VR spaces and converting controllers to trackers, which can be particularly useful for mixed VR setups.

While not a game itself, Natural Locomotion can significantly enhance your full-body tracking experience across a wide range of VR titles, making it a valuable addition to any VR enthusiast's toolkit.

Chillout VR

ChilloutVR is a free, community-driven social sandbox game that allows players to create, share, and explore content in a vast multiplayer metaverse. Available for both VR headsets and desktop users, ChilloutVR offers a platform where players can interact with friends or meet new people from around the world in a variety of virtual environments.

In ChilloutVR, players can create their own fully expressive avatars with lip sync and eye-tracking capabilities. The world-building tools allow users to create immersive environments with interactable objects.

To get started with ChilloutVR, players need to create an AlphaLink account, which they'll be prompted to do upon launching the game for the first time.

Setting up Full Body Tracking in ChilloutVR:

1. Ensure your trackers are on and being registered by SteamVR.
2. Launch ChilloutVR. You'll immediately see your avatar in front of a mirror, showing which trackers are detected.
3. Hold your arms out to match the T-pose shown.
4. Align the trackers with your avatar's body.
5. When you're satisfied with the placement, click the trigger buttons on your controllers to confirm.

Alternatively, you can recalibrate or bring up this menu again at any time by:

1. Opening the menu button.
2. Selecting 'full body recalibrate'.

With full-body tracking set up, you can fully embody your avatar, enhancing your ability to express yourself and interact with others in this expansive virtual world. Whether you're attending virtual events, exploring user-created worlds, or just hanging out with friends, ChilloutVR offers a platform where your full range of motion can truly bring your virtual presence to life.

Rezzil Index / Lite and Skillshot

Rezzil offers two impressive VR soccer experiences that leverage full body tracking: Rezzil Index/Lite and Rezzil Skillshot.

Rezzil Index/Lite is a free, professional-grade soccer simulation game on Steam built on technology used by elite Premier League clubs. It offers various challenges including the Finishing Challenge, with timed rounds and an endless mode, and the Color Combos drill for intense mind-body coordination. The game features realistic physics and ball control, mimicking real-world soccer interactions with every touch, action, and kick. Players can unlock achievements, gain XP, and access authentic Adidas boots and balls as they progress.

Setting up Full Body Tracking in Rezzil Index Lite:

1. Launch the game and navigate to the main menu.
2. Click on the button displaying two feet.
3. Enter your shoe size to match the in-game shoes as closely as possible to your real feet.
4. Click the 'Calibrate' button.
5. Stand on the virtual shoe prints displayed in the game.
6. Wait for the shoe prints to light up green, indicating successful positioning.
7. Click 'Continue' to complete the calibration.

Rezzil Index Lite requires at least one Vive Tracker, though two are recommended for the full experience. The game uses full body tracking to translate your real-world movements with high precision, allowing for accurate foot placement, realistic body positioning, and natural ball control. This implementation enables players to experience soccer training that closely mimics professional-level practice, making it an immersive and physically engaging VR experience for both soccer enthusiasts and those curious about elite-level training.

Rezzil Skillshot is an exclusive VR soccer training experience exclusively designed for Viveport and optimized for VIVE Ultimate trackers. This application combines professional-grade drills with engaging gameplay, offering both Passing and Shooting modes that incorporate challenges like "Pressure Pass.". Recent updates have introduced easy shoe sizing selection and enhanced passing and shooting experiences, further improving the application's realism and usability.

Skillshot leverages full body tracking to provide an incredibly realistic soccer experience, allowing for precise foot placement, authentic body positioning, and natural ball control. Players can choose between honing their passing skills through split-second decision-making challenges or perfecting their shooting accuracy by aiming for the "top bins." This exhilarating full-body tracking experience pushes the boundaries of VR sports training, offering soccer enthusiasts and aspiring players the opportunity to train like professionals in a fully immersive environment.

Additional Games Supporting Full Body Tracking

Here's a list of more games that support or can be modded to support FBT. Please note that the author has not personally tested every game on this list, and support for FBT may vary or change over time:

• #SelfieTennis (with Vive Racket Sports Set)
• The American Dream (with Vive Hyperkin Hyper Blaster)
• Arizona Sunshine (with Vive Hyperkin Hyper Blaster)
• Climbey
• Dance Eden
• Duck Season (with Vive Hyperkin Hyper Blaster)
• Eleven Table Tennis (with Vive Racket Sports Set)
• Final Soccer VR
• Fit It
• First Person Tennis (with Vive Racket Sports Set)
• Goalie VR
• Holodance
• Island 359
• Konrad's Kittens (put a tracker on a stuffed animal)
• Neos VR
• Operation Warcase (with Vive Hyperkin Hyper Blaster)
• Paddle Up (with Vive Racket Sports Set)
• Pangman (with Vive Hyperkin Hyper Blaster)
• Paradiddle
• Pitch Hit: Arcade (with Vive Racket Sports Set)
• Resonite
• Richie's Plank Experience
  
• Tactical AR (with Vive Hyperkin Hyper Blaster)
• The Path of Greatest Resistance
• Tilted Mind
• Tornuffalo
• Turbo Soccer VR
• Virtual Soccer Zone
• VR Monster Awakens

Remember, the world of VR is constantly evolving, and new games supporting FBT are released regularly. Be sure to check game descriptions and community forums for the most up-to-date information on FBT support.

Whether you're looking to dance, fight, explore, or socialize, there's a wealth of experiences waiting for you to dive in with your full body tracking setup. Enjoy the increased immersion and let your whole body become part of the game!