As VR has been applied into many fields, and in recent years, video game developers tried to use VR in game deign because they always looking for new technology that can give players a better experience. This paper introduces the reason of why developer choose VR including the evolution of hardware, game design principles, cross-platforms, and combination of video game and health/education. Specifically, this article focuses on how virtual reality has become a part of the gaming landscape through the history of video games. Then, this paper analyses the contribution of VR to game design and the application of VR in cross-platform is described. Finally, here are some examples of how VR games can help people in other fields. The application of VR still has many exist issues that need to be fixed, but its benefits are irreplaceable for new game style and performance. In the end, this paper summarizes the research content and prospects the future.