Climbey is a VR-only climbing game! The goal is to climb to the finish as fast as you can, avoiding obstacles and trying not to fall along the way.
Players use a combination of arm swinging and trigger pulls to propel themselves upwards, creating a very natural and immersive climbing experience. Reviewers highlight how the climbing feels "satisfying" and "rewarding", with one noting that the more experienced they became, the better and more precise their jumping grew. The physical nature of the climbing, requiring players to actually reach out and pull themselves up, is praised for feeling "natural" and "immersive" in VR.
While the climbing mechanics are easy to learn, the game requires skill and practice to master. Players must time their jumps precisely, maintain momentum, and navigate increasingly complex environments and obstacles. Reviewers often describe the gameplay as "intense", with one noting they found themselves "reaching for straws trying to save" themselves when falling from great heights. The sense of accomplishment when completing difficult levels is frequently highlighted, with one player stating they got a "smile on their face" after beating a challenging section.
In addition to the 15 built-in levels, the game's integration with the Steam Workshop allows players to access hundreds of additional custom maps, each with their own unique challenges and designs. Reviewers praise the creativity and variety of the user-generated content, which ranges from simple platforming challenges to more elaborate and themed environments.
The cooperative multiplayer mode allows up to 10 players to join together and tackle levels cooperatively. This enables unique mechanics, such as being able to reach out and grab each other's hands to help overcome obstacles. Reviewers describe the multiplayer experience as "a lot of fun" and "a blast", praising the sense of camaraderie and social interaction in VR.