Does organised multiplayer improve social VR compared to matchmaking?

One thing I’ve noticed playing VR multiplayer games (especially Walkabout Mini Golf) is how different the experience feels when you play with the same people regularly versus pure matchmaking.

A small community I’m part of runs weekly Walkabout games and tournaments, and it’s turned a casual VR game into something much more social and consistent.

I’m curious — have you found organised groups improve social VR for you, or do you prefer drop-in play?

If helpful, we’ve collected everything in one place here: https://www.walkaboutweekly.com (Not selling anything — just sharing what worked for us.)

Would love to hear other examples from different VR games.