Since I am an owner of a Quest 3, I really like the kind of app, that let me use map data and panoramas to see the world in VR. So I will try to create a list containing as much of these apps as possible. Most of it will be either Meta Quest based apps or PCVR apps. A few Android Apps will be added too, if it is working on my Quest. And if it is missing here on AlternativeTo, I will add it too.
I will talk about games from now on, because the "usability" for this kind of app is most likely being a game. Also, I will add games I don't own / recommend. This will maybe be stated in the comment per game, maybe not.
The comment is my subjective feeling and opinion about the game! Don't take it as granted. If I have tried the game, maybe it was an older version. Maybe I haven't even tested the game.
For now, I will only add games that feature real world graphics, in one way or the other. All Google Earth provider games are no-brainers. Something like Brink Traveler too. But games like Astra, complete renderings, I am not adding.
True VR Games, either Standalone (Meta Quest) or PCVR.
The world has so many beautiful and amazing places to visit. If we're lucky, we're able to travel and see a few of them. But even the most active travelers can only see a fraction. What if we could see them all?
Classic. PCVR by either using Meta Quest Link (Oculus Rift) or SteamVR.
Updated with every user suggestion at least twice a week for almost an year, Top Features are:
Implements Google Earth VR feature complete with additional stuff. Flying around the globe and entering the earth from out of the space, down to the city, down to the street, enabling Street View. The movement, the flying, is the main feature in this game. In multiplayer, you may see other players in game-avatars.
Basic version without AI DLC recommended. AI is okay, especially for supporting the dev. The dev is very active on his Discord.
I own and love this game.
Traveling the world in VR using a 3D Map, choosing 360° Panoramas. Or playing a game of "Where on the Wooorld", trying to find the location of the 360° Panorama on the 2D Map.
Either a social meeting with traveling a 2D map and enabling panorama view, or playing a round "Where in the Wooorld", a GeoGuesser-like game. You can move in the visible space a little and may see other avatars in multiplayer.
I own and love this game.
Explore the world with complete freedom. From the comfort of your living room you can teleport almost anywhere you might want to go.
Using a 2D map on your hand to navigate directly trough Street View panoramas. Easy to use, nearly no movement. Very nice feature: Some palces offer the ability to timetravel and watch old Street View panoramas.
I own and love this game. Sadly the dev seems to have stoped development completly. On their page, they are hinting "Lost" as their second game "coming soon", but since 2018/19. But the last update to Wander was somewhere 2019-2022, at least what I can track down.
Travel to some of the world's most amazing natural wonders in fully immersive 3D to feel like you're really there! Step into a postcard and visit some of the most breathtaking places on Earth today!.
In this app the main feature is not the open world, instead you receive handpicked and "handcrafted" POIs, converted into a walkable 3D scanned environment. You get some information about the locations you visit.
I used this once, haven't owned it myself. But it is quite good. The whole 3D scanned environment makes it a bit more immersive. But also it is not as open as other travel games.
Blueplanet VR Explore v2 is an extensive collection of nearly 100 volumetric experiences of powerful scenic and cultural heritage locations worldwide, ranging from sacred temples in Indonesia to stunning natural locations found across the southwestern US.
Another 3d scanned environment exploration game. I haven't played it myself.
Fly with simple controls on board of a quadrocopter-like drone trough a 3D map world. Similar to the one of Googel Earth (also provided by Google).
I have tested this before the "drone" update 1.0.0 (maybe). It felt more like a techdemo to me. The developer is more "known" for VZfit, fitness apps featuring 3D world data while running, cycling, ... It seems the app is activ in development.
Choose from a few preset citys / POIs and fly around in a 3D map world (provided by Google Earth).
I had my troubles with this game. First, you need to set the language of your device to English. Also it is quite basic in the presentation. Last time I tried, I wasn't able to load the map data anymore. Also this still receives sporadic updates.
Explore vast locations across Scotland and Iceland, from castle ruins to the beautiful beaches in 360° VR.
Not tested myself. Iceland is available for purchase right now, Scotland is reworked.
Some Apps being able to installed by sideloading them. (Quest)
Explore Earth's vast landscapes and urban wonders with detailed satellite imagery, offline access, and ad-free experience.
Again classic. Also usable from browser.
Navigate efficiently with real-time traffic updates, turn-by-turn GPS, panoramic street views, and comprehensive route planning for multiple platforms.
Another classic. Also usable from browser.
Not really fitting the travel, real life map data theme ... But still somehow related.
This experience was developed to illustrate the potential impacts of climate change on coastal communities and possible solutions. We hope this experience will help support the community’s conversation about how to adapt to a changing climate.
A series of interactive presentation (educational) apps, showing the impact of sea level rising in different locations. Series also includes VR-Videos only on their website.
In all new immersive 360° episodes, embrace the people working with the United Nations to secure the future of our planet. Discover how communities in Fiji and Colombia are coming together to build resilience and safeguard future generations.
More a collection of short documentations. Some in 2D, some in 360°. Since it is free, definitely try it out.
Set off as a National Geographic explorer to discover two of the most iconic locations on the planet! Head to Antarctica and set off on a thrilling expedition of discovery. Navigate around icebergs in a kayak, climb a massive ice shelf and survive a raging snowstorm as you...
This is really more a game. From looking at videos, I am not sure if all locations are 1:1 modeled or not. But they add at least much from real world footage and seem to pack it into a game about travel and exploring.
VZfit is fun fitness at home. Use the power of virtual reality to turn playing, exploring and having fun into a way to get fit.
A fitness game featuring social networking and challenges. Uses StreetView for its workout games.
Sadly, the trial is only the tutorial. For another trial, unlocking all features, you need to add credit card info.
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
I was told, this contains a GeoGuesser Mode ... But I have not tested it. Please comment if you used it.
If you are missing one game, you can send me the link and I can add it. Just write a comment. 👍
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