BEATABLE: A Genius Hand-tracking Rhythm Game for Quest

XR Games, renowned for developing popular titles like Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded and Starship Troopers Continuum in 2024, has unveiled their latest creative venture: a rhythm game for the Quest platform titled BEATABLE. What sets this game apart is its innovative use of hand-tracking technology that transforms any table into a virtual musical instrument.

Immersing yourself in a virtual world that mirrors your real surroundings is often enough to blur the lines between reality and fantasy. It’s an experience heightened by the tangible feedback of objects you can actually touch and feel. BEATABLE takes this concept further, offering players the opportunity to convert their tables into musical instruments. With just your hands, you can tap, snap, and clap to the rhythm, delivering a tactile experience that traditional controller-based rhythm games simply can’t replicate.

Featuring no controllers, BEATABLE leans heavily into hand-tracking technology. Its creators promise quick calibration and highly responsive tracking, which are crucial for maintaining precision and timing as you strive to hit the beats perfectly and rack up your score.

The game has also drawn the attention of VR YouTuber and rhythm action aficionado ‘Naysy’, who is collaborating with XR Games. She’s offering her gameplay expertise during its development and features prominently in the game’s promotional trailer.

“I haven’t been this hooked on a rhythm game in ages,” Naysy enthuses. “As a fan of VR rhythm games, BEATABLE brings something new to the table—literally. The combination of hand tracking with physical interaction is a brilliant match, culminating in a thoroughly immersive and enjoyable experience. I’m thrilled with this game and can’t wait for everyone else to try it.”

BEATABLE is scheduled to hit early access on April 10th for Quest 2 and above. Pre-orders have already started, and for a limited time, you can snag the game at a 10% discount, costing just $9.