Tunnels Delivers Claustrophobic Horror on Meta Quest

Tunnels VR is a chilling VR horror game coming to Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro on May 15, 2024. Developed by Nomad Monkey, the game drops players into a terrifying underground maze of shadows, collapsing tunnels, and unknown threats. What sets it apart is its full-body VR interaction, free-to-play multiplayer, and psychological solo campaign.

To make every horrifying detail clearer and more immersive, VR gamers are upgrading with adjustable Quest 3 prescription lenses. These snap-in adjustable VR lenses eliminate fog, improve clarity, and let players explore the underground with sharper focus.

What Is Tunnels?

Tunnels is a physical survival horror game. You’re dropped into the dark depths of a forgotten mining facility. Your goal? Survive. Climb. Escape.

Key Gameplay Elements:

• Multiplayer exploration with 1–4 players
• Terrifying single-player story (paid upgrade)
• Full-body movement: climb, zipline, crawl
• Reactive audio and environmental tension
• VR-first puzzle solving
• Cosmetic unlocks and shared scares

It's part escape room, part survival thriller and entirely immersive.

Multiplayer: Free-to-Play Terror With Friends

Tunnels is free to download and play in multiplayer mode. Players work together to:

• Solve environmental puzzles
• Share flashlight battery
• Traverse dangerous routes
• Listen for enemy movements
• Escape collapsing tunnels

Each session is unpredictable. Co-op voice chat, proximity-based sound, and dark corridors mean players are constantly coordinating and screaming.

You can customize your avatar with gloves, masks, and silly headgear, adding some levity to the fear. All multiplayer content is free.

Single-Player Campaign: Go Deeper Into the Dark

For those who want to face the horror alone, Tunnels offers a paid solo campaign ($14.99 USD). It’s story-driven, fully voiced, and loaded with surprises.

Features include:

• Story arcs guided by mysterious radio chatter
• AI-powered monster stalking
• Atmospheric audio design
• Psychological tension instead of jump-scare spam
• Visual and sound hallucinations under stress

This mode is best experienced with crisp vision something users achieve by installing adjustable Meta Quest 3 prescription lenses.

Full-Body Movement and Traversal

Unlike games that rely on teleporting or walking in place, Tunnels makes you move. Crawl through rubble. Climb ledges. Slide zip lines.

These movements feel natural in VR and create real tension, especially when chased by something in the dark.

Your headset view becomes your only guide, which is why adjustable VR lenses are so important they help you stay alert and oriented.

Sound Design That Makes You Sweat

In Tunnels, sound is everything:

• Enemy groans echo through long hallways
• Water drips in pitch black rooms
• Loose gravel shifts when something moves nearby
• Breathing gets heavier as you run or panic

The developers built the audio engine around spatial 3D sound, making your ears just as valuable as your eyes.

Graphics and Performance

Tunnels blends stylized environments with high-performance optimization:

• Textured rock walls
• Foggy lighting effects
• Dust particles in beam light
• Minimal UI for full immersion

It supports:

• Quest 2, 3, and Pro
• High frame rates
• Smooth climbing and traversal
• Performance scaling across headsets

Whether you're on Quest 2 or Quest 3, you’ll get responsive visuals though Quest 3 users will benefit more with adjustable Quest 3 prescription lenses installed.

Adjustable VR Lenses: The Ideal Accessory for Horror

When visibility means survival, vision clarity matters.

Wearing glasses inside a headset leads to:

• Fog buildup
• Discomfort
• Limited field of view
• Blurred edges
  

That’s why players are switching to adjustable Quest 3 prescription lenses, custom snap-in inserts that bring clarity and comfort to your play session.

Key Product Benefits

These adjustable VR lenses offer:

• Precise diopter correction from 0 to -6D and +3D to -3D
• Snap-in mounting, no magnets or tools required
• Simple up/down sliders to adjust vision strength
• Fog-free clarity even in intense sessions
• Full peripheral sharpness
• Multi-user flexibility (just slide to swap settings)

Whether exploring alone or in co-op, adjustable VR lenses for Meta Quest 3 provide the edge.

Tunnels vs. Other Horror VR Titles

Tunnels focuses on claustrophobic horror, not fast combat, but slow-burn fear.

Developer Spotlight: Nomad Monkey

Nomad Monkey is a VR-focused indie studio known for:

• Low-cost, high-quality VR gameplay
• Full Quest-native builds
• Continuous updates and community feedback
• Optimized accessibility for new users

They've promised post-launch patches and DLC, including new maps and challenge modes.

Gear Recommendations for Tunnels

To get the most out of your horror session, we recommend:

1. Adjustable VR lenses for fog-free gameplay
2. Wrist straps to secure controllers while climbing
3. Comfort strap or top strap for longer sessions
4. Clean play space for full body motion
5. Over-ear headphones for maximum audio immersion

Release Date and Platform Details

• Release Date: May 15, 2024
• Platforms: Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, Quest Pro
• Price: Free for multiplayer, $14.99 for solo DLC
• Download: Meta Quest Store

FAQ: Common Questions Answered

Q: Can I play seated?

A: You can for some levels, but full-body crawling is part of the experience.

Q: Is the multiplayer free forever?

A: Yes. The devs have confirmed multiplayer will always remain free.

Q: Do I need glasses inside the headset?

A: Not if you use adjustable Meta Quest 3 prescription lenses. They snap in and let you adjust vision with a simple slider.

Q: How do adjustable VR lenses compare to standard lenses?

A: They offer better edge clarity, no fog, and easier headset sharing.

Q: Can kids play?

A: It’s rated for mature audiences. The horror tone is intense but not gory.

Clearer Vision, Deeper Fear

Tunnels invite you to descend into total darkness, crawl through crumbling caves, and whisper with your friends in fear. It’s atmospheric horror done right and available to everyone with a Meta Quest.

For best results, pair it with:

Adjustable Quest 3 prescription lenses

Snap-in adjustable VR lenses

These small accessories make a huge difference in clarity, comfort, and performance.

Download Tunnels May 15

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