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5 Best Cardboard VR Apps In 2017

Since the time VR technology has come in the market, it has become popular like nothing else. Some of the leading VR headsets are PlayStation VR, Oculus VR, and HTV Vive. There is no doubt that they are the leaders in their own space. However, their high cost and technical complexities made them out of reach for a majority of customers. But if you want to experience the world of virtual reality, there are no dearth of amazing free VR apps for Android and iOS that you can use on your smartphone. Let’s have a look at the top 5 apps in this segment.

  1. Zombie Shooter VR (Android & iOS)

Zombie Shooter VR is a great Android & iOS game that performs exceptionally well in its category – you need to kill zombies. Initially, it was a paid app for users. However, at a later stage, game developers made it free in order to outperform its competitors.

The controls of this game are truly second to none and keep the players engaged. All you need to do is to just find a zombie and kill. It is that simple.

  1. Google Cardboard (Android & iOS)

It is one of the initial mobile apps in VR landscape and still ranks high in the category of free VR apps. The foremost objective behind the launch of this app was to let users explore the world of VR and see what possibilities it offers to its users.

Google Cardboard VR comes for free and contains hundreds of videos and in-app features such as Google Maps integration, through which you can explore the world via 360-degree videos.

  1. VR Sniper (Android & iOS)

For all adventure lovers, VR Sniper presents an amazing opportunity to experience the role of a sniper and kill enemies using sniper shots managed by head movements. The app is available free of cost on iTunes and the Google Play store. To unlock some features, there are several in-app purchases available.

It is easy to use and you can get used to it after playing a couple of sessions. The more enemies you kill, the more points you score. There are different game levels to choose from.

  1. Expeditions (Android & iOS)

Expeditions come under the Education category in Google’s Play Store. However, the game is more on fun side rather than education and people of all age groups can choose it to enjoy. It enables users to explore the world’s leading travel destinations, places and go on expeditions.

At present, one could explore from around 200 expeditions and more are on their way. Though the Expeditions app gels best with Cardboard or VR gear, one can also use it via 360-degree mode.

  1. Netflix VR (Android)

Love watching movies? It’s time to watch it on VR with Netflix VR that allows its users to watch their favourite movies and TV shows in a virtual environment. Considering the huge user base of Netflix, the app is amazing; however, it needs some improvements. For instance, one can’t download contents for offline viewing in Netflix VR, though the Netflix app allows it.

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