[jbob2000]

Yes yes yes! Super excited for this, but... Make sure you get the balance between game and fitness program right. I tried the zombie run audio program a few years ago and didn't like it, it was just a regular fitness class but they would make zombie noises and yell at you to run harder bEcAuSe ThE zOmBiEs ArE cOmInG.

I want to play a game that has a side-effect of a fitness program. I'm not looking for a cut beach bod, I'm just looking to get mobile and get my heart rate up; I want a slightly more involved Wii Sports.

If it gets too fitness-y, I'm just going to pursue a proper fitness program and not waste my time with kitschy and campy video game facades.

[rpdillon]

I use Beat Saber and Pistol Whip on the Quest as my go-to lockdown workout. I break a sweat within 5 minutes most days, and before I know it it's been a 30 minute session. I'm not sure any fitness trainer would approve, but it gives me an excuse to get my arms and legs moving and get my heart rate up without me ever dreading the morning workout.

[douglaspaul]

Beat Saber is amazing, I can't wait to try the new Linkin Park tracklist! We've actually had some fun playing it with wristweights (and even the Gauntlet prototypes) to see how much more of a workout we can make it. First time you add wrist weights is a weird sensation - you go to move your hand in the game, and it's just so much slower!

[douglaspaul]

Funny you mention Zombies Run. I felt exactly the same when we all tried out their app earlier in the year. Used it for one training run and in reality the story and zombie noises interrupted my playlist, and didn't help me (although admittedly the HIIT element did make me sprint where I would normally jog).

We all agreed there was a lot we could learn from it though - after all they've had 5 million downloads, so it's working for some people!

If you'd be interested to provide some thoughts on the direction we take with the game, we'd love to have you join the conversation in the Quell Discord channel.