X8
X8 is the next generation Hero Shooter, FREE to PLAY (and crossplay) everywhere! Executing its directive to assemble worthy opponents, the rogue mod X8 has collected characters from across different games. Engage in 5v5 VR battles and restore a path back to their worlds!
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About X8
The world expands!
5v5 VR Hero Shooter X8 joins forces with Contra, the iconic run-and-gun side scrolling game series, to bring you all the adrenaline of the original game, in VR!
FREE to crossplay on all platforms!
Playing with your friends on Quest or PICO has never been easier – just download the game for FREE and hop into a match!
The Next Generation Hero Shooters
Executing its directive to assemble worthy opponents, the rogue mod X8 has collected characters from across different game franchises. Players embody a variety of heroes and engage in 5v5 VR battles to restore a path back to their worlds.
Force Multiply!
Synergize your gunplay with versatile hero abilities -- activate turrets, tripwires, smokes and more; customize your loadout with an arsenal of weapons and armor to gain the competitive edge.
Master Demolition Mode!
Take turns to Attack and Defend by planting or defusing the Syphon across maps designed to test your creative strategies. Show off your skills and conquer your opponents on the battlefield.
The Arena Is Set. Fighting Is the Only Way Out.
Are You Up to the Challenge?
Game details
Game details
Age ratings
Languages
Audio & text: English
Text only: French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
X8 player count & reviews
82% positive reviews all-time · 3 peak players in the last 30 days.
X8 — frequently asked questions
How many people play X8?
X8 peaked at 3 concurrent players on Steam in the last 30 days (highest on Jul 22, 2026). The player chart on this page updates daily.
How can I get X8 at a discount?
Create a free price alert on this page and KingsPrice will email you when X8 drops below your chosen price. The biggest discounts usually appear during seasonal Steam sales and publisher promotions — the sale calendar on this page shows the next confirmed event.
System requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-6700 or higher
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1080/AMD Radeon RX 5700XT series or higher
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- VR Support: Quest 2, Quest 3, Valve Index
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-7700 or higher
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2080Super/AMD Radeon RX 6700XT series or higher
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- VR Support: Quest 2, Quest 3, Valve Index
