Become the Ultimate Hero in VR: ‘Action Hero’ Launches on Meta Quest!
Do you ever feel constrained by the limits of a single game’s story or setting? One moment you want to punch a dinosaur, the next you’re ready to battle shotgun-wielding ninjas—but finding multiple games to scratch that itch can be exhausting.
Enter Action Hero, the new action-packed VR experience from Fast Travel Games, launching today on the Meta Quest platform. With its dynamic blend of genres and time-bending mechanics, it’s your all-in-one ticket to living out blockbuster fantasies.
META sat down with Christopher Smith, Game Director at Fast Travel Games, to get the inside scoop on this thrilling new adventure.
What’s the Concept Behind Action Hero?
Christopher Smith:
“In Action Hero, the player stars in five different movies (and an equal amount of remixed Director’s Cuts). Each film has its own story and setting, but since you are the action hero, clearing scenes by blasting enemies is your number one job. The gimmick is that time only moves when you do, so there is plenty of room for planning your actions and looking great doing it. At times, the game almost feels like one big coolness simulator. But don’t let that fool you—it will also offer quite the challenge.”
The Inspiration Behind the Game
The concept is a VR lover’s dream, drawing inspiration from classic movies and cutting-edge VR mechanics.
CS:
“Most of the inspiration comes from classic movies of various genres: adventure, heist, sci-fi, etc. We’ve had some truly amazing team movie nights. As for the core mechanics of the game, I think most VR players will recognize our love for Superhot.”
A Cinematic Experience: Five Unique Movies
In Action Hero, each of the five movies offers a completely distinct setting and storyline.
CS:
“Very different. Each movie is completely unique in terms of setting and story. As a player, you’ll be hunting forbidden treasures in lost temples in one film, only to next seek revenge on a vicious ninja clan somewhere in the ancient East. Certain enemies and weapons also vary between movies to make sure we stay within the genre. The original scope was actually much more limited, but then we just couldn’t help ourselves, and the game grew.”
Challenges in Development
With five “mini-games” rolled into one, Action Hero posed some serious development challenges.
CS:
“Each game always comes with its own set of challenges, but one that is true for most is: time. We knew we had so very many great ideas that we wanted to pack into Action Hero, and figuring out what to prioritize and what darlings to cut was a challenge.”
Over-the-Top Fun and Director’s Cuts
The game’s regular movies are already packed with thrilling action, but the Director’s Cut versions take it to the next level.
CS:
“Even though the regular movies are quite over the top, it’s in the remixed Director’s Cut versions that just about anything goes. Velociraptors might learn how to ride motorbikes, for instance—who knows?”
Future DLC and Expanding the Experience
Fast Travel Games designed Action Hero to be modular and scalable, leaving room for potential DLC or community-driven modding.
CS:
“Without going into details, we can confirm we have some very exciting new movies already in production. More on that after the holidays.”
Tips for New Players
Ready to dive in? Here’s some advice from the director himself:
CS:
“It’s a challenging game, and the most common mistake is to try and rush it. Take in each scene, plan, then act. You will most likely fail a lot, but try to keep your cool. Finally mastering a movie is incredibly rewarding. If you do find yourself struggling too much, there are a few relaxed settings to ease the experience, even though I sincerely suggest trying without.”
Get Your Copy Today!
Action Hero is available now on the Meta Horizon Store for Meta Quest. Whether you’re dodging bullets, battling ninjas, or taking down dinosaurs, this is your chance to live out your ultimate movie star dreams. Grab your copy today and become the hero you’ve always wanted to be!