Synth Riders

Synth Riders is one of the most important games of my life, with a personal story attached to it that I'd like to share. It's my absolute number-one go-to for VR rhythm and VR workout games. I’ve struggled with my weight for most of my life, ever since high school. It was only when I reached adulthood and life started to stabilize that I decided to treat myself to a fancy Quest 2. Around that time, I realized I...

41 found this helpful, 2026-06-20

The most addicting cardio ever. I find myself exhausted, negotiating "just one more song" for around half an hour (or maybe more) every time I pick this up. This game is single-handedly pulling me out of my sedentary lifestyle Better than Beat Saber, it actually FEELS dancy, and as someone with a dance background, there is a special satisfaction in discovering the full-body movements that the head and hand...

9 found this helpful, 2026-07-09

Once you've gotten used to the game and found your rhythm, it really starts to feel like you're dancing. However, it only becomes truly interesting when you download custom songs, where the difficulty can increase dramatically. At that point it feels more like dodging bullets, and it makes me sweat so much that I'd honestly say it's the best workout I've ever had.

10 found this helpful, 2025-12-22