# Social Exploration Games Half + Half is a Virtual Social Hub Set in Cartoon-Style Environments By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-09-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exploration-games References: [roadtovr](https://www.roadtovr.com/whimsical-social-exploration-half-half-comes-rift-quest/) & [oculus](https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/2035353573194060/) Half + Half by developer Normal is a whimsical exploration game that invites players to uncover the beauty of its unique environments alongside other players. The game offers five different multiplayer modes—although there is also a mode for solo exploration—that help to connect players with activities like hide and seek, swimming, flying, dancing or playing a round of "human Tetris." The setting that the game provides is described as "warm, rich and organic," providing a comfortable backdrop for hours of play. The game, which was developed after four years of multiplayer research, has just been released on the [Oculus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-worlds) [Quest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/othersight) and [Rift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rift-rally) platforms and shares an unconventional way for people to connect with other players in a virtual reality world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Virtual Social Hubs:** Developing virtual spaces where people can connect and engage with one another in a shared environment presents opportunities for similar exploration games that can be used for socializing and team building activities. - **Multiplayer Gaming:** Creating increasingly diverse multiplayer modes and games allows for increased user engagement and entertainment, providing unique experiences for socializing and entertainment in the gaming industry. - **Immersive Gaming Environments:** Development of immersive gaming environments promote realistic and engaging experiences while providing opportunities for the exploration and discovery of new and fascinating environments and experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can develop more exploration games that promote social interaction, team building, and offer unique multiplayer experiences. - **VR Entertainment:** Virtual reality entertainment can promote innovative and immersive environments for people to explore and enjoy, and provide new possibilities for socializing and entertainment - **Team Building:** Incorporation of exploration games and immersive environments into team building activities can provide a unique way for teams to bond and develop creativity and communication skills. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Family-Friendly VR Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battle-orb.md) - [Mixed-Reality Bedtime Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow.md) - [Mixed Reality Intergalactic Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starship-home.md) - [Interactive Digital VR Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-rumble.md) - [Social-Focused Childrens Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-snacks-games.md) - [AR Virtual Space Hangouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hyperscape-capture.md) - [Social Metaverse Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-worlds.md) - [Travel-Inspired VR Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/othersight.md) - [Guided Challenge Party Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-controller.md)