EMVRGames, founded by EthanMonke, is an indie virtual reality development studio creating innovative gaming experiences for platforms such as Meta Quest. Ethan began his development journey in 2022 with the early PC prototype of MasterRunners, which later evolved into a full VR title. As his technical and creative skills grew, so did the ambition and quality of his projects. Today, EMVRGames continues to expand its portfolio with engaging, community-driven VR experiences built with a focus on innovation, accessibility, and immersive gameplay.
MasterRunners hit 200,000 downloads/players November 2024, making it one of the most successful games on Meta Horizon. In present day, MasterRunners now has 260,000 Installs.
MasterRunners has one of the biggest VR Game Community Servers on Discord with over 6,500+ Members worldwide!
MasterRunners achieved a significant milestone by expanding to Steam, marking the studio’s first step into multi-platform distribution. The transition demonstrated EMVRGames’ ability to adapt its technology for PC-VR hardware while reaching a broader international audience. This expansion not only increased the game’s visibility but also showcased the studio’s growing technical capability and ambition within the VR development space.
MasterRunners earned a standout achievement by becoming a Top 100 game on the Meta Horizon platform back in April-May 2024, reflecting its strong player engagement and rapid community growth. This milestone highlighted EMVRGames’ ability to compete with established studios while delivering innovative, fast-paced VR gameplay that resonated with thousands of players. Ranking among the top titles on Meta Horizon reinforced MasterRunners’ reputation as one of the most successful indie VR experiences in its category.