Checking In to Hotel Infinity: PSVR2’s Boldest Puzzle Experiment

Stepping into Hotel Infinity on PSVR2 feels less like starting a video game and more like checking into a dream that refuses to obey the laws of physics. From the moment you arrive, the hotel presents itself as a place without staff, without clear purpose, and without end. Corridors loop back on themselves, staircases fold into impossible angles, and the guestbook you sign at the start vanishes as if mocking your attempt to anchor yourself in reality. The story is deliberately cryptic, offering fragments of meaning rather than a straightforward narrative, and it thrives on the unsettling tension between curiosity and disorientation. You are not given clear answers about why you are there, only the sense that the hotel itself is alive, testing your ability to navigate its paradoxical spaces.

Studio Chyr, the independent team behind Hotel Infinity, has built a reputation for crafting surreal puzzle experiences that challenge how players perceive space and geometry. Best known for their earlier title Manifold Garden, the studio has always been fascinated by impossible architecture and recursive environments, drawing inspiration from the mind‑bending works of M.C. Escher.

The puzzles themselves vary in style. Some require manipulating geometry like rotating impossible staircases or aligning perspectives to reveal hidden doors, while others are more about observation, noticing subtle environmental cues that hint at the solution. The hotel often reacts to your presence, shifting its layout or revealing new paths when you linger in certain spots, which adds a layer of unpredictability

As you explore, the hotel itself becomes the central character. Corridors loop endlessly, staircases fold back into themselves, and rooms shift in ways that defy logic. Strange red substances seep through walls and floors, hinting at something unsettling beneath the surface. The narrative unfolds through environmental storytelling rather than dialogue or cutscenes as you piece together fragments of meaning by solving puzzles and observing how the hotel reacts to your presence.

One of the biggest strengths of PSVR2 is its room‑scale tracking. Hotel Infinity is built around the idea of transforming a small physical space into an endless labyrinth, and PSVR2’s precise inside‑out tracking makes this illusion feel seamless. You can walk a few steps in your living room, yet the game bends geometry so it feels like you’ve traveled down a corridor that never ends. This is something that simply doesn’t land as convincingly on non‑room‑scale setups.

The OLED HDR display of PSVR2 also adds to the surreal atmosphere. The hotel’s stark geometric designs, shifting shadows, and eerie red accents look sharper and more vibrant, which heightens the dreamlike quality of the environment. Subtle lighting changes like a corridor fading into darkness or a staircase glowing faintly are more immersive thanks to the headset’s deep blacks and high contrast.

Another benefit is the haptic feedback in the Sense controllers and headset itself. When you interact with puzzles, pull open doors, or feel the environment shift beneath you, the tactile feedback reinforces the sense that the hotel is alive and responsive. Even small vibrations, like the hum of a hidden mechanism, add layers of immersion that make the puzzles more engaging.

That said, the experience is not without its flaws. While the atmosphere is striking and the puzzles inventive, the game’s pacing can feel uneven. Some sections drag with repetitive mechanics, while others end too abruptly, leaving you wishing for more depth. The story’s ambiguity, while intriguing, may frustrate players who prefer clear narrative payoffs. And at only a few hours long, the stay at Hotel Infinity feels more like a short visit than a full vacation.

Pros:

• Innovative use of PSVR2’s room‑scale design

• Surreal and memorable atmosphere

• Clever spatial puzzles that challenge perception

• Strong showcase of VR immersion

Cons:

• Short playtime (around 2–3 hours)

• Uneven pacing and polish issues

• Some puzzles feel unintuitive or repetitive

• Narrative may be too abstract for some players

In the end, Hotel Infinity is less about solving a mystery and more about experiencing one. It’s a bold experiment in VR design, turning a tiny physical space into an endless, mind‑bending labyrinth that lingers in your imagination long after you’ve taken off the headset. For players who enjoy surreal puzzles and want to see PSVR2 pushed to its creative limits, this is a stay worth booking. Just don’t expect to unpack your bags as the hotel is designed for a fleeting, unforgettable visit rather than a long-term stay.

XPN Rating: 4 out of 5 (GOLD)

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