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Vertigo Games is a virtual reality game developer and publisher. The company was known for its VR titles such as Arizona Sunshine, Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow, and Star Trek: Bridge Crew. In June 2026, Vertigo Games announced the closure of its Amsterdam studio, citing the challenging VR market. The company is part of the Embracer Group.

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r/virtualrealityu/WargulfJun 5, 2026Negative

Metro Awakening VR studio Vertigo Games closes as “the VR market remains a challenging space” for premium games.

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r/PSVRu/SnooRabbits8000Jun 5, 2026Negative

Vertigo Games closing their Amsterdam Studio (Metro Awakening developer). Really hope staff land ok but this just confirms to me that Flat2VR is really the best business model for VR right now..

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r/VRGamingu/Membership-BitterMar 13, 2026Negative

Vertigo Games is the largest VR publisher outside of Meta so if they need to start making non VR games to keep the lights on that is worrying. With all the recent VR studio closures I am beginning to think Vertigo may be in trouble.

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r/metrou/MetroVideoGameJan 31, 2024Positive

Introducing: Metro Awakening, A new VR Metro game by Vertigo Games. Deep Silver and Vertigo Games are pleased to announce a new addition to the Metro franchise.

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r/redditNov 2, 2021Positive💎

After the Fall brings 4-player co-op action FPS to all major VR headsets. Developed by Vertigo Games, the team that brought you Arizona Sunshine.

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r/Viveu/ChronoBodiDec 8, 2016Negative

Vertigo Games unlocks previously "exclusive" i7 modes for all due to backlash.

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Frequently asked

What does Vertigo Games do?

Vertigo Games is a virtual reality game developer and publisher. The company was known for its VR titles such as Arizona Sunshine, Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow, and Star Trek: Bridge Crew. In June 2026, Vertigo Games announced the closure of its Amsterdam studio, citing the challenging VR market. The company is part of the Embracer Group. (formerly ["Force Field Entertainment"].)

Where is Vertigo Games headquartered?

Vertigo Games is headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

When was Vertigo Games founded?

Vertigo Games was founded in 2015.

What industry does Vertigo Games operate in?

Vertigo Games operates in Gaming, Virtual Reality, Entertainment, VR Games, Game Development, Game Publishing.

How many employees does Vertigo Games have?

Vertigo Games has approximately 150 people on record.