Anomaly: Upcoming VR Extraction Shooter Launches on Quest Next Month

Anomaly, the latest addition to the extraction shooter genre from the developers behind Swarm, is making its debut on Meta Quest this coming December.

Brought to life by Greensky Games, known for their work on Swarm and its sequel, Anomaly invites gamers into a futuristic, dystopian setting in the year 2050. The game challenges players to make their way through a sprawling, abandoned city carved into three distinct zones. Here, you’ll not only compete against other groups but also fend off monstrous foes, all in the pursuit of a sought-after Artifact that’s crucial to extract.

You’re free to dive into this adventure on your own, but teaming up with friends to form a dynamic duo or trio is where the real excitement lies. True to the extraction shooter genre, your objectives are clear: outsmart your rivals, overcome AI enemies, gather valuable resources, and make your way out without meeting an untimely demise. Remember, one wrong move and you’ll lose everything you’ve accumulated.

Peter Le Bek, the brain behind Greensky Games, shared his vision in a recent briefing. He mentioned that Anomaly draws inspiration from well-known titles like Escape from Tarkov and Hunt: Showdown.

“In Anomaly, we’re not just delivering on the promise of games like Tarkov and Hunt Showdown; we’re elevating it,” Le Bek explained. “This game goes beyond just action—it’s an experience that immerses you in the atmosphere and ramps up the tension of surviving and the dread of loss. Designed for VR, each game session becomes a sensory experience where you genuinely feel the weight of every choice, every breath, and every footstep, unlike anything traditional games can offer.”

Those eager to test the waters can participate in the Closed Beta by signing up through the provided link. Anomaly officially lands on the Meta Quest Store in early December, ready to offer players an exhilarating VR experience.