VR games are often expensive, and we aren't just talking about the pricing. Besides the game itself, you need a compatible VR headset. VR games also sometimes require big app downloads.

Fortunately, there is a collection of free immersive games that you can play right on your web browser. You just have to know where to look (and maybe be comfortable with some awkward keyboard controls).

Using Construct Arcade is one way to go about it, and that's what we'll be discussing here. So, let's get started.

What Is Construct Arcade?

Construct Arcade is a website featuring a growing number of Web3D games. These games rely on 3D modeling and virtual environments to create immersive experiences that are available via desktop computers and even mobile devices. However, these experiences really shine when you use a VR headset.

Construct Arcade is a fun place for gamers to find a great collection of immersive games. And if you're a developer, Construct Arcade can work with you to publish immersive titles that you have created for the immersive web or VR headsets.

So, what kinds of games are available on Construct Arcade? Mainly arcade-style games, as the name suggests. Think rhythm, and puzzle games, tabletop adaptations, and simple shooters.

Is Construct Arcade Free?

Construct Arcade is free to use, and all of the games are free to play. In fact, you don't even need to create an account or sign in.

If you do create an account, you can post high scores. You can also buy tokens that you can spend on in-game items. In addition to the tokens, Construct Arcade makes money through banner ads on the main website, and companies can "rent space" for ads around in-game menus.

How to Play Games on Construct Arcade

You can access Construct Arcade through any web browser—whether that's the VR browser on your favorite headset or the stock browser on your computer or mobile device. We'll talk about using both kinds of browsers to play games on Construct Arcade.

How to Play Construct Arcade Games on a Normal Browser

To play Construct Arcade games on a regular 2D browser, open the browser and go to Constructarcade.com. From there, you can look through thumbnail previews of the available games. The most popular games at the moment also scroll through a banner at the top of the page.

Be aware that not all the games on Construct Arcade work in the 2D mode. For example, some games require hand tracking, which is only possible with a VR headset like the Oculus Quest 2.

Games that work on the 2D browser may also have unconventional keyboard commands. Simple games on Construct Arcade can usually be figured out on a keyboard or even on your smartphone with a bit of trial and error. Other games are more complicated and require trips to the menu for input instructions.

How to Play Construct Arcade Games on a VR Browser

To play Construct Arcade games on a VR browser, open the browser and go to the official site just like you would on a 2D browser. The initial menus and interfaces are pretty similar.

When you've found the game you want to play, just click on it. And once it loads, you should see a button at the bottom of the window that says VR. Select this button to go beyond full-screen and enter the fully immersive game.

Since most games have a fairly simple "arcade" style, they have minimal instruction pages. However, the controls for VR versions of the games are always easier to figure out than the keyboard controls when playing in 2D.

Construct Arcade Is Fun for All

Even if you don't have a VR headset yet, these experiences can still be enjoyable. If you have a gaming headset with limited space, these experiences can save you the space (and the cost) of a full game download. And, if you have a VR headset for work that doesn't have a lot of games on the marketplace, all you need to play VR games is the browser.