SolarBlack

Rhythm ∙ Shooter ∙ Sports
4.5
17 ratings 11 reviews
release date
2023
November 7
game modes
• Singleplayer
player modes
• Standing • Sitting • Roomscale
compatibility
• Quest 1 • Quest 2/Pro • Quest 3/3S
storage 1.3 GB
Store Page
$13.99 ended Feb 24
$19.99

SolarBlack – Rhythm Combat Evolved

Slice. Shoot. Strike. Sweat.

SolarBlack is a high-intensity VR-exclusive action-rhythm game where you slice and shoot to the beat to take down an otherworldly threat. Train your body and mind in sync with handcrafted soundtracks across immersive, reactive worlds.

🌀 Flextime: Slow time, plan your attacks, and strike with cinematic precision

💪 5 Difficulty Levels: Whether you're a rhythm rookie or a timing master

🎵 22 Original Tracks: A custom soundtrack crafted to match every moment

🌌 36+ Environments: Some may look very familiar

🥊 3 Game Modes:

  • Boxing-style fitness combat

  • Stationary SaberGun rhythm duels

  • Full movement levels through surreal environments

🏆 Achievements & Collectibles: Keep coming back for more

Saber Guns

The first VR game to fuse dual-wielding saber combat and rhythmic gunplay into a single seamless, beat-driven fighting style. Paired with a dynamic, original soundtrack and surreal, pulsing worlds that react to every move.

Flextime

Channel your inner slow-motion hero. Flextime lets you freeze the action, catch your breath, and deliver flawless combos with surgical precision.

Fitness Mode

SolarBlack isn’t just fun. It’s a workout. Activate Fitness Mode to turn every beat into a punch. Precision earns points, power makes you sweat. It’s the most fun you’ll ever have burning calories.

Mixed reality
comfort Comfortable
age rating0+ Everyone
websitesolarblack.net
developerSolarBlack
publisherSolarBlack
connectionInternet not required
app version1.55
languagesEnglish ∙ Chinese ∙ French ∙ German ∙ Italian ∙ Japanese ∙ Korean ∙ Portuguese ∙ Russian ∙ Spanish

Reviews 11

exercise20259 days ago

Absolute fun 😁

I have to say, I’m a huge fan of rhythm-based games, and Solar Black has quickly climbed to one of the top 4 of my list! It’s not just a game, it’s a great way to sneak in some exercise while having fun.

If you’ve played Beat Saber, you’ll notice some similarities, but what truly sets Solar Black apart for me is the breathtaking, immersive environments. Seriously, it’s hard not to get lost in those visuals while you’re dancing around!

That being said, I do wish Solar Black had a bigger music selection. Beat Saber definitely has the upper hand in that area, in my opinion.

I’m really hoping the developers will roll out more tracks soon or even let us upload our own music. It would also be amazing to be able to adjust the music volume, so I can play my own music—it’s a feature many other games offer, and I know it would keep me coming back for more!

I totally agree with other reviewers: the graphics are absolutely stunning and really enhance the overall experience. Plus, the unique shooting aspect? Game-changer! Sometimes, I get so caught up in the fun that I forget I’m even working out.

I do agree with another review that in boxing mode, the targets can be a bit disorienting. Those arrows sometimes make it tricky to see what’s coming at you. And like another user mentioned, improving the flow of objects would help create more natural movements, ensuring we maintain proper form while still getting a solid workout.

But honestly, I’m just grateful that boxing mode was added in the first place—it’s a wonderful feature that really elevates the game!

Yes, I also agree that it would be awesome to have a playlist option for longer play sessions without interruptions.

Also, having a wider variety of tracks and genres would really take the experience to the next level. I find myself skipping volume 3 entirely because it's tough to vibe with, and I can only play the same songs from volumes 1 and 2 so many times before I crave some more variety.

All in all, though, I genuinely enjoy Solar Black. The developers have done a fantastic job creating a game that’s both entertaining and offers a great workout. I can’t wait to see how they evolve this game and what new features they’ll introduce. Here’s hoping for more music and some tweaks in the future!

PartB77 days ago
1

Amazing App with Great Potential

I just bought the app and I’m already really enjoying it — I can tell this is going to be one of my favorites.

My only suggestion for the developers would be to improve the flow of the objects. Right now, they make sharp turns that feel a bit abrupt before I can hit them in Boxing mode. A smoother, more natural motion would make the experience even better.

Also, it would help if the portal were positioned slightly farther back — it feels a bit too close as it is.

Other than that, it’s a fantastic app, and I’m already loving it!

Pixelucci3 months ago
1

Beautiful game

Beautiful, seamless graphics with a really smooth flow and great music. I look forward to my daily session.

37 days ago

Thank you so much for the kind words! 😊 I'm thrilled to hear you're enjoying the visuals, music, and overall flow. Knowing it's become part of your daily routine is the highest compliment. I'm excited to keep improving and adding more. Thanks for playing!

Jake4 months ago
13

Question for dev

First of all, this game is so polished! Graphics are incredible.

I bought it primarily for the boxing and really enjoy it! But.......I'm only playing one song at a time and by the time my heart rate climbs, the song is over and I have to find another song to play which brings my heart rate back down. It happens each time a song ends.

Is there a way to have playlists of numerous songs back to back to get a longer continuous workout? If not, could this be added in a future update?
Thanks,

3 months ago

Hello Jake! Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you're enjoying the game and appreciate the graphics.

I completely understand your point about keeping the workout intensity up. Currently, the game is designed for individual song-based sessions, but the idea of a playlist mode for continuous workouts is definitely interesting. I'll look into this, and if more players share the same interest, we'll consider it for a future update. For now I would recommend using long songs - there is even one with 8 minutes.

If others would like to see this feature as well, please mark this feedback as helpful—it helps me prioritize new features!

Thanks again for your support, and happy boxing!

Keller4 months ago
3

Game is very colorful…

Solar Black being the name I wasn’t expecting all the colors. There’s a lot going on but it’s not like I’m going to exhaustion (at least yet), but I am moving about nicely and having fun doing it. I have not yet cared for boxing mode, the way the targets were coming at me was disorienting. No problems on other two modes. I mean it’s on sale thru 2/23/25, give it a whirl. I really like the music and experience so far, but I’m only 30 min in. Some of you this won’t be your cup of tea so refund it. I rated this at 4 stars but that’s not a knock on the game. Ll play more this weekend and modify this accordingly

4 months ago

Thanks for giving Solar Black a try! We’re glad you’re enjoying the movement and the music. We hear you on the boxing mode—your feedback is super valuable, and we’re always looking at ways to improve the experience. Hope you had fun playing more last weekend, and we'd love to hear any further thoughts you have! Also, great call on grabbing it during the sale. 😉🥊

Snizzy9 months ago
6

A new rhythm gem

I wanted to make sure to leave feedback for this game because I want to see it become popular. I consider myself a rhythm game enthusiast and I'm always on the lookout for bold new takes on the genre. This game is new, yet already seems very polished. I would describe it as somewhat of a mix between Beat Saber and Pistol Whip, but it has a personality all its own. I can't wait to see how this game develops over time! I would recommend it to anyone who loves rhythm games and will be recommending it to all of my friends with a VR headset. I only hope that new music continues to be added over time, but the current selection is a great start.

9 months ago

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 Hearing that my game resonates with rhythm enthusiasts like yourself means the world to me. I’m thrilled that you enjoy the mix of gameplay styles and that it’s standing out as its own unique experience. I’ll definitely keep working hard to polish and expand it further—new music is absolutely on my radar! Your support and word-of-mouth recommendations are invaluable, and I truly appreciate you sharing it with your friends. Feel free to reach out anytime with suggestions or ideas! 🙌

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