Espire 1 VR Operative is an FPP stealth VR game developed by Digital Lode and published by Tripwire Interactive. In the game, the character becomes an operator of Espire 1, a covert-ops drone sent on top-secret missions around the world. The game introduces the Control Theatre system, which brings the motion controls of VR systems to the next level. The game received solid reviews for its innovative gameplay mechanics.Stealth VR gameplay experienceThe key feature of Espire is its control system. The player operates a high-tech drone in a 3D environment and can move on almost any surface: floors, walls, ceilings, etc. The game features a voice command system, with which the player can control their in-game avatar. Sound can be used to lure enemies into traps and dispose of them quietly. The drone is equipped with a variety of weapons and gadgets, such as tranq pistols, deployable drone cameras, etc.The spy storyThe world has entered a new era of espionage! Thanks to highly advanced drones, the in-the-field operatives can carry out their missions from the comfort of their base. Take control of the Espire 1 and carry out a series of clandestine missions using state-of-the-art spy technology. Move quickly and quietly and deal with any opposition as quietly as possible. ReceptionEspire 1: VR Operative received mostly positive reviews from the critics, who compared the game to the classics of stealth games like Metal Gear Solid or Splinter Cell. The gameplay mechanics received high praise for its intuitiveness and replayability offered by the Challenge mode.