Containment Initiative

Containment Initiative

Released Apr 2017

Containment Initiative is a local co-op VR shooter which can be played by two people on the same PC. Kill zombies alone in VR or have a friend cover you by using the mouse and keyboard. Features include realistic weapon reloading as well as a variety of unlockable guns, upgrades, and loot to find.

89% positive · 536 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence

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Evaluation

Containment Initiative launched on April 14, 2017 and received a solid run of post-launch content over the years: new maps, weapons, game modes, and quality-of-life improvements shipped regularly from 2017 through early 2024. The most recent update to this game specifically was version 1.91 on February 15, 2024, which added aim-down-sights for the PC player, performance optimizations, and several quality-of-life improvements. That post also noted the developer had just finished porting the game to standalone VR headsets (Meta Quest, Vive XR Elite, Pico 4) under the "Containment Initiative: Recon" branding. The developer's focus has since shifted entirely to the sequel, Containment Initiative 2, which launched into Early Access on August 26, 2024, with a Meta Quest port (CI2: Recon) released on June 11, 2025. No further updates or announcements for the original Containment Initiative have been posted since February 2024. There is no unreleased DLC listed, no announced roadmap for this game, and no stated plans for additional content. The developer has not explicitly said the original game is "done," but their public communications make clear that active development effort has moved to the sequel. The original game is a complete, standalone experience with no outstanding content commitments.
Evidence
Update 1.91 released — the last update for the original Containment Initiative, adding aim-down-sights for the PC player, performance optimizations, and quality-of-life improvements. Developer notes they just finished porting the game to Meta Quest and Vive XR Elite standalone headsets.
news post · Feb 15, 2024 source content shipped
high
Containment Initiative 2: Recon released on Meta Quest, the most recent developer communication — focused entirely on the sequel with no mention of updates to the original game.
news post · Jun 11, 2025 source development ending
medium

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Gwyn Games LLC
Achievements
13
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen

About this game



Play together:
Watch your friend's back as either the VR player or the PC player. Steam Remote Play Together support means that you can have a friend join online too!

Realistic Reloading:
Each weapon handles and reloads just like it's real world counterpart. Mastering reloading is essential to surviving the horde!

Progression:
Robust progression system for both players which includes: Unlockable guns, attachments, player upgrades, and more.

Mission Types:
Work together to collect supply crates, defend objectives, or provide the VR player with sniper support as they try to survive for as long as possible.

Loot:
Find random drops that include exclusive weapon skins, a new melee weapon, and ammo upgrades

Dismemberment/Blood:
Headshots trigger a slow motion effect so you can behold the carnage!

Online Leaderboards:
Once you've unlocked the best guns and gear, try to climb to the top of the online leaderboards.
Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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