Vertigo Games released its remake of Arizona Sunshine (2016), the co-op zombie-killing adventure that started it all, boasting overhauled visuals and a new gore system pioneered in Arizona Sunshine 2 (2023).

Update (October 18th, 2024): Arizona Sunshine Remake is here, now available on Quest 2/3/Pro, PSVR 2, and Steam.

If you own the original 2016 game, you can upgrade to the new version for just $10. The original article showing off gameplay on Quest 3 and PSVR 2 follows below:

Original Article (September 23rd, 2024): Announced back in mid-August, Arizona Sunshine Remake is headed to all major headsets come October 17th, including Quest 2/3/Pro, PSVR 2, and SteamVR headsets—cross-platform co-op included.

Among a bevy of graphical updates and new mutilation and gore system introduced in Arizona Sunshine 2, the remake features all original DLCs and updates, including Dead Man DLC, The Damned DLC, Old Mine update, Trailer Park Update and Undead Valley Update.

Now Vertigo Games has released gameplay videos for both Quest and PSVR 2, giving us a direct look at how graphics compare between the two.

Quest Gameplay

Ostensibly captured on Quest 3, the new gameplay video shows a big jump in graphical fidelity over the original Quest-supported version launched in 2019. For comparison, take a gander at John McChaos’ no commentary playthrough on Quest 3 to see what Vertigo Games is promising with new overhauled version.

You can pre-order the game on Quest here, priced at a 10% discount off the usual MSRP of $30.

Note: players who already own the original Arizona Sunshine will be able to upgrade to Arizona Sunshine Remake at a discounted price, requiring you to have the original game purchased and installed on your platform. Keep that in mind before pre-ordering!

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PSVR 2 Gameplay

Notably, the PSVR 2 version looks predictably a little more spiffy, showing off the same starting section. Hands-on previews with the PSVR 2 version from Gamescom 2024 in August were very favorable. Check out Beardo Banjo’s preview to see it in action.

PS Plus members can nab that 10% off on pre-orders, which is normally priced at $30 over on the PlayStation Store.

PC VR players can also grab 10% off on pre-orders on Steam. While we haven’t seen a specific gameplay video for PC VR, although we’re keeping our eyes peeled in the coming weeks for what promises to be the definitive way to play a true VR classic.

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Scott Hayden
Well before the first modern XR products hit the market, Scott recognized the potential of the technology and set out to understand and document its growth. He has been professionally reporting on the space for nearly a decade as Editor at Road to VR, authoring more than 4,000 articles on the topic. Scott brings that seasoned insight to his reporting from major industry events across the globe.
  • g-man

    I really enjoyed this when it came out but didn't get around to trying any DLC so that plus better graphics might be a reason to jump back in.

  • ViRGiN

    Unnecessary for mediocre games, but apparently they are banking on influx of new players WTH quest 3s. Cheaper the "remaster" than make new game.

    • DuoDuos

      Metro Awakening is literally releasing in November

    • kakek

      Look, that's the best Quest has to offer as single player FPS. Can't do much more within the constraint of mobile VR.

      • ViRGiN

        It’s doing more than the most popular PCVR games have done, even during peak of PCVR.

  • ApocalypseShadow

    Awesome. Really liked the game and the main character's personality. It was like the first had the potential for more with many of the objects being able to be picked up. This upgrade takes it to another level with gameplay but the same great game. Guaranteed buy.

  • Never thought the first one was lacking, but I never bought any DLC, so… maybe? If the price is right.

  • XRC

    Was instant purchase here, thoroughly enjoyed the original release. Look forward to revisiting next week

  • Mattphoto

    Didn't like the first one, but got the remake and it's good enough.
    Not pretty in a lot of places and the grabbing is still gen 1 VR, which is just inexcusable in 2024.
    Enjoy the acting the most.

  • patfish

    It is still (after 8 years) one of the best VR Games of the year 2024. On PCVR it's a better-looking, way more interactive/modern game than Batman :/