Analyzing Genre-Specific Immersion in VR Gaming: Insights from Steam Reviews

Abstract

In the realm of virtual reality (VR) gaming, the role of game genres is pivotal in shaping player immersion which is still underdeveloped. This study investigates this interplay by analyzing user reviews of Steam's top 100 VR games, utilizing the BERT algorithm to pinpoint critical immersion factors and discern genre-specific influences. The findings indicate that from the most popular VR games, there are significant differences in player-perceived immersion among different game genres. Specifically, adventure and simulation games show the highest immersion, while music rhythm games show the lowest immersion. Despite its insights, the study acknowledges limitations like dataset scope and reliance on user-generated tags, setting a path for future research.