Holoception

Holoception is a cartoonish, physics-based action combat arena fighter played in virtual reality. You control a small character whose head and hand movements mirror your own, and can play from first- or third-person perspectives. The locomotion system and controls take time to get used to.

Control your character

An incarnation system uses inverse kinematics to reproduce your head and hand positions in the character’s posture. You can adjust the camera in real time by rotating, snapping or zooming it, choosing between a 1:1 scale and a view of the game as a tiny puppet world from above.

Fight with physics

Grab and equip objects, unlock weapons, double jump and trigger slow motion to block attacks or avoid bullets. You can also grab enemies and throw them or use them as weapons against other enemies. Combat relies on physics, with inverse kinematics and ragdolls used for the player and enemies, so encounters can feel different each time you play.

Progress and upgrades

As you progress through levels, you learn new ways to defeat enemies. A progression system unlocks weapons, upgrades and abilities. You can also use gravity gloves or squeeze a rubber ducky.