The wait is over for fans of stylised chaos. As of February 26, 2026, the hit multiplayer shooter Vortex 9 has officially made its debut on the Meta Horizon Store.
Whether you’re a long-time veteran from the mobile and PC versions or a VR newcomer looking for something more vibrant than your average military sim, Vortex 9 VR brings a fresh, neon-soaked energy to the Quest platform.
From Flat Screen to Full Immersion
Vortex 9 has already amassed a staggering 10 million installs across mobile and desktop. Its jump to VR isn’t just a simple port; developer iWorlds has spent the last several months—including a standout performance during the Meta Horizon Start Developer Competition—retooling the experience for a headset.
The biggest game-changer? Perspective. While the original game is a third-person shooter (TPS), the VR version introduces a VR-first FPS mode. Don’t worry if you prefer the classic look, though—the game features a toggle that allows you to switch between FPS and TPS modes on the fly.
Key Features at Launch
Vortex 9 VR keeps the core “wacky” DNA of the original while adding the physical thrill of motion-controlled combat:
Diverse Roster: Choose from eight distinct characters, including the suave Marvin McSpy, the robotic Mercydroid, and the fan-favourite Hellen D. Mon.
The “Crazy” Arsenal: Forget standard rifles. Battle with everything from space miniguns to combat lollipops.
Battle Pets: Because why wouldn’t you want a cute, customised companion fighting by your side in a digital warzone?
Game Modes: Jump into classic Team Battles, Solo Deathmatches, or Capture Point across a variety of colourful, high-performance maps optimised for Quest hardware.
Full Cross-Play Support
One of the most impressive feats of this release is the unified ecosystem. VR players aren’t cordoned off in their own corner; the game supports full cross-play with mobile and PC users.
“VR players can join the same matches, use the same weapons and pets, and experience Vortex 9 in a fully immersive way while remaining part of the unified ecosystem.” — iWorlds
Price and Availability
Best of all, Vortex 9 VR is Free-to-Play. You can head over to the Meta Store right now and download it for your Meta Quest 2, 3, or Pro.
If you’re looking for a shooter that prioritises fun, personality, and fast-paced matches over gritty realism, Vortex 9 is likely to be your new favourite VR hangout.
Find out more here on Meta – https://shorturl.at/6gtN4
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