Can We Play FIFA in VR? (The Answer May Surprise You!)

Monday, September 9, 2024
James Stafford

If you're a soccer fan and have recently explored the world of virtual reality, you may have wondered, "Can we play FIFA in VR?" The short answer is no—at least not in the way you might expect. Although FIFA (also known as EA SPORTS FC), the globally popular soccer video game series, is available on consoles and PCs, there’s no official VR version of FIFA that fully immerses you on the pitch like you might hope.

But don't worry! There are exciting alternatives if you want to experience soccer in virtual reality. Let’s dive into the options available, including a thrilling new way to experience being a goalkeeper with our game, CleanSheet Soccer, and some VR workarounds for playing FIFA through Xbox Cloud Gaming on the Quest 3.

Why Isn’t FIFA Available in VR?

FIFA has revolutionized how we play soccer games on traditional gaming platforms, but it's a complex and visually demanding game that hasn’t been translated into a VR format. Why? Creating an immersive soccer experience in VR requires not just stunning 3D graphics, but also a whole new way to control the game in a virtual environment.

While FIFA gives you control of an entire team, VR soccer experiences are better suited to giving players a more focused role on the pitch—like that of a goalkeeper. That’s where CleanSheet Soccer comes in.

Try CleanSheet Soccer: The Ultimate VR Goalkeeping Experience

CleanSheet cover art featuring a virtual reality striker making a header which is saved by a pair of goalkeeping gloves.
CleanSheet Soccer is available on Meta Quest and PSVR2

Though FIFA in VR may not be available, CleanSheet Soccer is here to provide an incredible soccer experience like no other. In this VR-exclusive goalkeeping game, you get to put yourself in the shoes (or gloves!) of a real goalie, facing off against some of the best strikers in the world.

Why CleanSheet Soccer is Perfect for VR Enthusiasts:

  1. Full Immersion: Step onto the field and protect your goal in fully immersive environments. CleanSheet Soccer places you in a VR stadium where you feel the pressure of the game from the best perspective possible—the goalie's box!
  2. Realistic Movements: CleanSheet Soccer uses advanced motion tracking, allowing you to anticipate the Strikers movements, creating a high-energy, realistic experience.
  3. Training Challenges: By adjusting goal sizes, you can create your own different levels of difficulty, CleanSheet Soccer challenges your reflexes and decision-making skills, pushing you to be the ultimate virtual goalkeeper.
  4. Easy to Pick Up, Hard to Master: Whether you’re new to VR or a seasoned pro, the game is designed to be accessible and fun while providing a steep learning curve for those looking to hone their goalkeeping skills.

Try CleanSheet Soccer today and experience soccer in VR like never before!

FIFA Alternatives for Virtual Reality Players

If you still have your heart set on playing FIFA in VR, there are some workarounds and alternative ways to enjoy soccer on VR platforms. While you can't fully immerse yourself in FIFA on a VR headset, you can use your Oculus Quest 3 or other VR headsets to play FIFA using cloud gaming solutions.

Xbox Cloud Gaming on the Oculus Quest 3

A screenshot of the Xbox Cloud Gaming UI inside a Meta Quest headset.
Xbox Cloud Gaming allows you to bring your flatscreen Xbox games into VR

Did you know you can play FIFA on your Oculus Quest 3 using Xbox Cloud Gaming? It’s not the full VR experience, but it allows you to stream the console version of FIFA and play on a large, virtual 2D screen within your VR headset. Here's how:

  1. Set Up Xbox Cloud Gaming: On your Quest 3, use the Oculus Browser to access Xbox Cloud Gaming, or use the virtual desktop feature to stream FIFA from your Xbox to your VR headset.
  2. Play FIFA on a Huge Virtual Screen: Once connected, you can play FIFA using your Xbox controller while sitting in a VR environment, where the game appears on a massive screen in front of you.

While this doesn’t provide the immersive gameplay that VR-native games offer, it does allow you to play FIFA in a cool and unique way using your VR headset.

Conclusion

While you can’t play a fully immersive FIFA in VR just yet, there are still great options to enjoy soccer action on your VR headset. Whether it's using Xbox Cloud Gaming on your Quest 3 or trying out dedicated VR soccer games like CleanSheet Soccer, there’s something for every soccer fan in the virtual world.

If you're looking for the best soccer experience in VR right now, CleanSheet Soccer gives you a unique and exciting way to dive into the game. Instead of managing 11 players on a console, you'll feel the thrill of making that game-winning save up close and personal!

Ready to take on the challenge? Download CleanSheet Soccer today and become the ultimate VR goalkeeper!

Published:
September 9, 2024
Updated:
September 25, 2024

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