General — Metaverse — April 11th, 2025

Augmented reality improves carpentry ease and precision
A system developed at EPFL uses augmented reality (AR) to help carpenters make extremely precise timber cuts without having to measure or mark up beams. Its hybrid approach stands to make digitally assisted technology affordable for small businesses, woodworkers and construction professionals in developing countries.
April 11, 2025 — Source

'FRENZIES' F2P Shooter Cancelled on PSVR 2, Promises "other PSVR 2 announcements" Coming
nDreams, the studio behind free-to-play arena shooter FRENZIES, announced that the game is heading out of early access later this year, although it won't be coming to PSVR 2 as previously planned.
April 11, 2025 — Source or Source

James Cameron: Headsets Solve The Problems Of 3D Cinema
James Cameron is excited by how XR headsets solve the problems of traditional 3D glasses.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Pimax Updates Prices in Response to US-China Trade War, Using Software Subscription to Absorb Costs
China-based PC VR headset creator Pimax has issued a statement addressing the impact of the recent US--China trade war on its operations, particularly concerning its Crystal Super VR headset. It's going to be slightly more expensive for US-based customers, but Pimax's recent subscription-based payment structure seems to be offsetting much of the costs.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Valve is Building Key XR Components, Suggesting 'Deckard' Standalone is Moving into Production
Valve's rumored standalone XR headset, codenamed 'Deckard', has been the subject of speculation since mention was first discovered back in 2021. Now, information obtained by tech analyst and VR pundit Brad Lynch (aka 'SadlyItsBradley') points to Valve gearing up production for the long-awaited device.
April 11, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 7th, 2025

Meta to Bring Quest 3 In-flight Entertainment to More Airlines After Successful Lufthansa Program
Meta announced last year it was partnering with German airline Lufthansa to bring Quest 3 headsets to passengers. Now, after its apparent success, the company hopes to expand in-flight XR entertainment programs to even more airlines.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Physics Sandbox Hit Besiege Is Getting A VR Remake On Quest
Besiege, the physics-based sandbox where you construct war machines, is getting a VR remake next month on Quest.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Soaring to New Heights: Lufthansa's In-Flight MR Experience
Last year, we introduced Travel Mode, a new, Experimental feature on Meta Quest that lets you use your headset to enjoy some in-flight entertainment in mixed reality. And today, we're sharing an update on our pilot program with Lufthansa to bring Quest 3 headsets to passengers at scale through a fully integrated service.
April 7, 2025 — Source

These XR glasses gave me a 200-inch screen to work with - and they're well worth it
I can't imagine traveling without my XR glasses anymore. If you're thinking about trying them on your next trip or commute, the RayNeo Air 3S offers an unbeatable experience at its price.
April 7, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 4th, 2025

A Developer Got PlayStation VR2's Eye Tracking Working On PC
A software engineer managed to get PlayStation VR2's eye tracking working on PC, though they caution that it's currently "extremely WIP" and lacks calibration.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Arcade Racer Exer Gale Enters Early Access This June
Arcade racer Exer Gale launches into Early Access on Quest this June.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Building Inclusive Mini Golf: a Practical Guide to Accessible XR Development
Colby Morgan discusses practical strategies and technical examples for building accessible and inclusive XR experiences. Learn about their core design principles, including accessibility at the start, invisible features, simplicity, and layered depth, using Walkabout Mini Golf as a case study.
April 4, 2025 — Source

'Civilization VII' VR Version Coming Exclusively to Quest 3 Next Week, Gameplay Trailer Here
Sid Meier's Civilization VII is getting a special VR version soon, coming exclusively to Quest 3 and 3S next week.
April 4, 2025 — Source

He Caught An MLB Home Run On The Fly & Captured It On Video With His Glasses
Brian Watters makes the commute to Miami a couple dozen times a year, more than an hour from his home to the local ballpark.
April 4, 2025 — Source

How to use the new, easier Guest Mode on Vision Pro
Vision Pro Guest mode is how you can share your Vision Pro with someone else. Because if you own one of Apple's new AR/VR headsets, everyone you know is inevitably going to want to try it on. That's where Vision Pro Guest Mode comes in.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition Reaches Steam & Quest Later This Month
Horse management simulator Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition arrives on Steam and Quest in two weeks.
April 4, 2025 — Source

'Township Tale' Studio Shows Off Latest Work on Upcoming Dungeon-crawler 'REAVE'
Alta, the studio behind A Township Tale (2021), showed off the latest work on its upcoming dungeon-crawler extraction game REAVE, revealing more about its various systems in addition to a new dungeon and enemy—all of it very much still a work-in-progress.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Viking Rhythm Game Ragnarock Gets Alestorm DLC Today
Viking rhythm game Ragnarock adds pirate metal with today's new Alestorm Music Pack.
April 4, 2025 — Source

VR Shooter-Smasher Harpagun Heads To PlayStation VR2 & Steam Soon
Sci-fi shooter-smasher Harpagun expands to PlayStation VR2 and Steam next week with a full campaign.
April 4, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 2nd, 2025

'Animal Company' Tops 100K Reviews on Quest, Striving to Beat 'Gorilla Tag' as Most Popular Game
Animal Company, the free-to-play early access game on Quest, has been at the top of the platform's highest-earning games multiple weeks in a row own, with long-time favorite Gorilla Tag sitting right behind it. And the Lethal Company-inspired game isn't showing any signs of waning in popularity either.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Here's how Meta's upcoming premium 'Hypernova' smart glasses with a screen will work
Meta's Ray-Ban AI smart glasses, starting at $299, have been a surprise hit. People prefer their lightweight design over bulkier headsets like the Apple Vision Pro, which, in the current scenario, is struggling to sell. Basking in the success of Ray-Ban AI smart glasses, Meta is reportedly planning to launch a premium pair of AR glasses called "Hypernova."
April 2, 2025 — Source

How Meta's upcoming $1,000+ smart glasses with a screen will work
Meta Platforms Inc., ramping up work on a deluxe version of its popular smart glasses, plans to include hand-gesture controls and a screen for displaying photos and apps.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Meta gears up to launch futuristic smart glasses with display and hand gestures
Apple's smart glasses are years from launch. But Meta plans to roll out a more sophisticated version of its popular Ray-Ban Meta glasses later this year.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Meta working on Ray-Ban smart glasses with a display
Meta is doubling down on its ambitions for smart glasses with a new Ray-Ban model that includes a built-in display, codenamed "Hypernova." Rumors suggest Meta will price it between $1,000 and $1,400, a major jump from the current $299 version. A second-gen model with dual screens is also already in the works for 2027.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Meta's Next-gen Smart Glasses Reportedly Set to Include a Display & Wrist-worn XR Controller
Meta is reportedly working on a version of its Ray-Ban smart glasses which will include a single display for viewing photos and apps. Now, according to a new Bloomberg report from Mark Gurman, the company is aiming to introduce it sometime later this year alongside its wrist-worn XR controller for hand-gesture input.
April 2, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 31st, 2025

Animal Rescue Puzzler Bearly Escape Enters Early Access This May
Bearly Escape, an Early Access claw-machine puzzler, will launch this May on SteamVR and Quest 3.
March 31, 2025 — Source

mocopi Pro Kit Impressions: Hands-On With Sony's Full Body Motion Capture System
I went body-in with Sony's new mocopi Pro motion capture system with 12 points of body tracking at GDC 2025.
March 31, 2025 — Source

New Feature in 'Microsoft Flight Simulator' Boosts VR Performance, Extra Eye-tracking Gains Coming Soon
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 supports PC VR headsets, although you'll also need a pretty beefy rig to even run it. Now, players are getting the much-requested fixed foveated rendering feature, saving on compute and boosting performance.
March 31, 2025 — Source

PSVR 2 Gets Another Hand-tracking Game as Devs Slowly Tap Into New Feature
Hand-tracking support came to PSVR 2 back in December, letting developers update their games to use the headset's on-board tracking cameras for controller-less interactions. And it turns out casting magic is one of the most immersive things you can do with your bare hands.
March 31, 2025 — Source

SWERY Believes VR Will Become "The Next Major Computing Platform"
Deadly Premonition creator SWERY believes VR will become "the next major computing platform" that goes beyond gaming.
March 31, 2025 — Source

VR Shooting Sim 'ACE' Partners with Major Gun Manufacturer for More Realistic Training
Ace Virtual Shooting, the studio behind shooting simulator Ace (2023), announced it's partnering with Swiss firearms manufacturer SIG SAUER to release a Meta Touch controller peripheral that replicates the weight and feel of a real SIG pistol.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Zombie Army VR is Coming to PlayStation VR2, SteamVR, and Meta Quest 2 and 3 on May 22
Zombie Army VR will have players use both of their hands for various gameplay aspects, including aiming down sights and reloading.
March 31, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 24th, 2025

Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of visionOS 2.4, tvOS 18.4, and watchOS 11.4
Apple today provided developers with the release candidate versions of upcoming visionOS 2.4, tvOS 18.4, and watchOS 11.4 updates for testing purposes. The software is available a week after Apple seeded the fourth betas.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Bigscreen Beyond 2 Sold the Equivalent of 6 Months of Beyond 1 Sales in First 24 Hours
Bigscreen Beyond 2 orders flooded in last Thursday at a surprising pace. Now, the PC VR headset maker notes that its next slim and light headset outsold the original in 24 hours by an impressive margin, making its first day or sales equivalent to six months of what it did with Beyond 1.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Boxed Out Is A VR Puzzler That Scratches That Tetris Itch
Boxed Out, the latest title from Red Chain Games, is hard to put down. This arcade-style puzzler has the right blend of approachability and complexity to take care of that itch usually only scratched by Tetris.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Hands-On With Pinball FX VR With Arcade2TV-XR Controls
You can play pinball in VR or mixed reality with an arcade cabinet that also feels like a real pinball machine.
March 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Quest might add single window screensharing in VR soon
Unreleased tooltips for "share" and "unshare" found inside Horizon OS code might mean an Apple SharePlay-style feature is nigh.
March 24, 2025 — Source

PC VR Survival Game Bootstrap Island Adds Weather And Warthogs In Major Update
Maru VR's PC VR survival game Bootstrap Island added dynamic weather systems and new creatures to its gameplay in a recent update.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Quest Update Reveals More Vision Pro Features Are Coming, Including FaceTime-Style Selfie Cam
Meta's upcoming Horizon OS release is bringing a few more of Vision Pro's most useful features to Quest, including a video chatting selfie cam for avatars and possibly the ability to share windows with other users when in its Horizon Home social space.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Quest's Horizon OS Could Soon Let You Screenshare 2D Windows
Quest's Horizon OS could soon let you share 2D windows with others, datamining reveals.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Samsung Reportedly Planning to Release XR Glasses This Year
We've been waiting to hear about Samsung's entrance into XR for a few years now, with the company's still unnamed mixed reality headset 'Project Moohan' set to debut sometime this year running Google's Android XR operating system.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Valve Hasn't Released A VR Game In 5 Years, And That's Not OK
Half-Life: Alyx released five years ago.
March 24, 2025 — Source

VR Shooter Hard Bullet Makes Quest Debut Later This Year
The physics-based combat simulator Hard Bullet arrives on Quest 3 and 3S later this year.
March 24, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 21st, 2025

Bigscreen Beyond 2 Review : The Lightest VR Headset You'll Ever Wear
Virtual reality has come a long way, but let's be honest—finding a headset that doesn't leave you feeling weighed down or uncomfortable after a long session can still feel like a challenge. Whether you're diving into a racing simulation or simply enjoying an immersive experience, comfort and clarity are often sacrificed for flashy specs. If you've ever wished for a VR headset that feels like it was designed with you in mind—lightweight, visually stunning, and tailored for extended use—you're not alone.
March 21, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

For IO Interactive, Hitman On PS VR2 Is A Chance At Redemption
IO Interactive considers Hitman on PlayStation VR2 its chance at redemption, and we interviewed the studio alongside a hands-on preview to learn more.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Slender: The Arrival VR Heads To Quest, Steam & PS VR2 This May
Flatscreen horror game Slender: The Arrival will be released this May for Steam, PS VR2, and Quest.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Table Troopers On Quest Looks Like Worms In Mixed Reality
Table Troopers is a mixed reality multiplayer game inspired by Worms, and it's coming to Quest later this year.
March 21, 2025 — Source

The Phoenix Gene Is A Narrative VR Shooter Inspired By Ikaruga & Star Fox
Inspired by Star Fox and Ikaruga, The Phoenix Gene is a new third-person narrative on-rails shooter coming to Quest this spring.
March 21, 2025 — Source

The Titanic VR Experience Is Coming To Quest 3 & 3S Next Month
The Titanic VR experience, previously only on PC VR and PlayStation VR, is coming to Quest 3 and Quest 3S next month.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Verse Is A Meditative Experience Coming To Quest And PC VR Soon
Verse VR is an immersive exploration game set across cultural sites, and it's coming soon to Quest and PC VR.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro Diary: Delightful experiences I've had in visionOS so far
There's no shortage of discourse surrounding Apple Vision Pro. Is it a flop? The future? Something in-between? Most of the narratives have little to do with actually using the device, though. After almost a year of balking at Vision Pro's price tag, I finally gave in and bought one recently, and want to share about three specific experiences I've had in visionOS that have brought me delight.
March 21, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 17th, 2025

Quest SDK v74 Brings Thumb Microgestures & Improved Audio To Expression
The latest version of Meta's SDK for Quest adds thumb microgestures, letting you swipe and tap your index finger, and improves the quality of Audio To Expression.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Snap Spectacles Offer a Peek into All-day AR with New Geo-location Platform Update
Snap, the company behind Snapchat, introduced its fifth-gen Spectacles AR glasses six months ago, and now the company is releasing a number of new features that aim to improve geo-located AR experiences.
March 17, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 14th, 2025

Black Mirror Season 7 Mocks Apple Vision Pro's Reverse Passthrough Feature
Black Mirror Season 7 features a headset resembling a Quest Pro but with reverse passthrough, seemingly mocking Apple Vision Pro's EyeSight feature.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Body Concealing Puzzler Hide The Corpse Adds Randomized Spawns With New Update
Hide the Corpse now includes randomized body spawning, updated tutorials, and more to its wacky physics-based gameplay.
March 14, 2025 — Source

"Heavy Metal Is Godhead": Metallica On Apple Vision Pro Sells VR And Then Some
I went to a Metallica concert in Mexico with my Apple Vision Pro.
March 14, 2025 — Source

People Can Fly Phases Out VR Publishing, Citing Reduced Investment From Platform Owners
People Can Fly, the publisher behind Bulletstorm VR and Green Hell VR, will stop publishing VR games after this year.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Pixel Dungeon Review: Classic Dungeon-Crawling Fun
Dungeon crawlers are a common sight with VR releases, which makes the fact that Pixel Dungeon stands out from the crowd all the more impressive.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Prepare Your Planning Permits As DIG VR Heads To PS VR2 & Steam This May
Just Add Water's comedic construction simulator, DIG VR, makes its PlayStation VR2 and Steam debut this May.
March 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

VR Veteran & 'Primal Hunt' Studio Phaser Lock Interactive is Shutting Down
Phaser Lock Interactive, the studio behind Quest exclusive Primal Hunt (2023) and a host of early PC VR games, announced it's shutting down, citing a "challenging economic climate and the current state of the gaming industry."
March 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — March 13th, 2025

'BEATABLE' is a Hand-tracking Rhythm Game for Quest with a Genius Premise
XR Games, the studio behind Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded (2024) and Starship Troopers Continuum (2024), announced a new rhythm game for Quest called BEATABLE, which uses hand-tracking to turn any table into a musical instrument.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Google Reportedly Set to Acquire Eye-tracking Startup to Bolster Android XR Hardware Efforts
Google is reportedly set to acquire Canada-based eye-tracking startup AdHawk Microsystems Inc., something that would strengthen the company's ongoing foray into XR headsets and glasses.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Mythic Realms Review - A Brilliant Mixed Reality Roguelite Fantasy RPG
With Mythic Realms, developer Petricore has created a novel and compelling MR/VR game which successfully blends multiple genres and play modes into something special.
March 13, 2025 — Source

'Path of Fury' Brings Nostalgic Kung Fu Fighting to Quest Today in First Episode 'Tetsuo's Tower'
Path of Fury -- Episode I: Tetsuo's Tower is launching today on Quest, offering up an on-rails battle against a cadre of kung fu fighting gangsters through an '80s-inspired underworld.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Smartglasses: my experience at CES and the road to AR glasses
Today, I want to discuss one of the XR technologies that has been getting more hype lately: smartglasses. I want to start my analysis with what I've seen at CES and then go beyond that and discuss what I envision for the future of this technology.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Steam Link App Seemingly Coming To Pico & HTC Vive Standalone Headsets
Valve's Steam Link app is seemingly coming to Pico and HTC Vive standalone headsets, datamining suggests.
March 13, 2025 — Source

The Roborock Saros 10R aces one thing that most other robot vacuums can't
It doesn't do everything perfectly, but it's still probably the most reliable robot vacuum I've ever tested.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Valve Working On "SteamVR Link Dongle" For Reliable Wireless PC VR
Valve is working on a "SteamVR Link Dongle", datamining reveals, and it could improve the reliability of wireless PC VR.
March 13, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 12th, 2025

Apple Vision Pro users can check out a short, immersive Metallica concert film this week
Say your prayers and head off to Never-Neverland.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Google Set To Acquire Ultra-Low-Power Eye Tracking Startup For Headsets & Glasses
Google is in "final talks" to acquire AdHawk, a startup that makes ultra-low-power eye tracking tech for headsets and glasses, Bloomberg reports.
March 12, 2025 — Source

GORN 2 Puts On A Brutal Spectacle In New Gameplay Trailer
GORN 2 offered a new look at the upcoming sequel with today's new gameplay trailer.
March 12, 2025 — Source

'MAGE' Pushes the Limits with Physics-based Magic Mayhem at 120 FPS on Quest 3
MAGE is a magic and physics sandbox in early access on Quest 3 that not only offers up fun physics-based mayhem, but does it at an eye-blistering 120 fps.
March 12, 2025 — Source

MAGE Uses A Custom Engine To Drive 120 FPS Physics With Dynamic Shadows On Quest 3
MAGE uses a fully custom engine to drive 120 FPS physics with dynamic shadows and "hundreds of high fidelity dynamic props" on Quest 3 & Quest 3S.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Metallica Comes to Vision Pro in Immersive Performance This Week
Apple announced it's releasing an immersive concert experience from Metallica, landing exclusively on Apple Vision Pro this week.
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Neon Roguelike ZIX Arrives On Quest And Steam This Fall
Hidden IO's high-octane roguelike will debut on Quest and Steam later this year.
March 12, 2025 — Source

New Gameplay Footage For VR Sci-Fi Shooter Exoshock Revealed
Developed by Polarity One and published by VRAL Games, Exoshock takes inspiration from heavy hitters like Helldivers 2, Warhammer 40k and Halo. Exoshock aims to be "the next leap forward for co-op PvE FPS in virtual reality," focusing on collaboration and changing mission parameters while promising intense firefights. The new trailer showcased the visuals, combat mechanics, advanced enemy AI, and more.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Onward's "Massive" 2.0 Update With Graphics Overhaul Arrives Later This Month
VR tactical shooter Onward's "massive" 2.0 update will release on March 25, with a graphical overhaul, new operator system, and more.
March 12, 2025 — Source

'Pokemon Go' Maker Niantic Sells Off Gaming Division, Doubling Down on Geospatial AI & AR Tech
Niantic, the company behind hit mobile game Pokemon Go (2016), announced the sale of its gaming division to Scopely for $3.85 billion, confirming a previous Bloomberg report. Furthermore, the company now says it's focusing on advancing its AI-powered geospatial technology and AR tech.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Prison Boss Prohibition Has A Mixed Reality Mode With Colocated Multiplayer
Trebuchet has revealed that Prison Boss Prohibition, the expanded follow-up to Prison Boss VR, will feature mixed reality support on Meta Quest.
March 12, 2025 — Source

visionOS 2.3.2 Update for Apple Vision Pro Enhances Security and Fixes Streaming Issues
visionOS 2.3.2 is a minor update designed for the Apple Vision Pro headset. It includes bug fixes and security updates and resolves an issue that may prevent the playback of some streaming content.
March 12, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 11th, 2025

These limited-edition Meta X Coperni glasses are stylish, and expensive
The tech industry is no stranger to team-ups with the fashion industry. Tech companies often collaborate with fashion companies to release special editions of their products. Meta decided to team up with fashion brand Coperni to release a special pair of Meta Smart Glasses.
March 11, 2025 — Source

VR Games Showcase Starts at 12PM ET with 30+ Mins of VR Game Trailers & Updates on Quest, PSVR 2, & PC VR
The next show from friends at VR Games Showcase is here, with more than 30 minutes of trailers and info on upcoming VR games and updates for Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR. Catch the action right here at 12PM ET.
March 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — March 10th, 2025

Apple Reportedly to Reveal "feature-packed" visionOS 3.0 Update at WWDC in June
Apple is planning a "feature-packed release" for visionOS 3.0, reports Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who says that Vision Pro's operating system—and not new XR hardware—is going to be a focus at this year's World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC).
March 10, 2025 — Source

Apple Still Exploring Smart Glasses Similar to Meta's Ray-Bans
Apple is still discussing the possibility of making smart glasses similar to Meta's popular Ray-Ban glasses, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Are Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses Worth The Cost? Here's What Users Are Saying
Whether we like it or not, we now live in an era of smart everything — even the glasses we wear can be smart, if we're willing to pay the asking price. With Meta's Super Bowl ad featuring its Ray-Ban AI glasses and Chris Hemsworth, millions got a glimpse of what AI-powered smart glasses could potentially do. From translating a foreign language while you're traveling to standing in for your headphones when you take a call, Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses promise to make your day-to-day life easier and a lot more fun.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Insomniac brings back three of its best VR games
Prior to being acquired by Sony, Insomniac had signed a deal with Oculus to bring three VR games to the Oculus Rift headset. These games were later made compatible with the Meta Quest headsets but all of Insomniac's VR titles mysteriously disappeared from the store a few years back. Now after a lengthy hiatus, they are finally becoming available again.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Meta Details Path to 'Significantly Reduced Costs' of Next-gen AR's Most Critical Component
Meta's Orion AR glasses prototype is expensive to make—like $10,000 per pair, expensive. Orion's most pricey component is undoubtedly its custom silicon carbide waveguide lenses, although Meta says it sees a pathway to "significantly reduce the cost" of that key component in the future.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Meta's latest limited edition Ray-Ban smart glasses are here - and they're fancy
These Ray-Ban x Coperni smart glasses have a sleek translucent design, and only a small number are being made.
March 10, 2025 — Source

visionOS 3 will be a 'feature-packed' update, despite lackluster sales
There's no denying that Apple's Vision Pro is a technological marvel. It has almost everything you would want from such a device. The only problem is its ecosystem and its price tag. However, a software update could make it more appealing. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, his latest Power On newsletter claims that the visionOS 3 update is going to be "feature-packed".
March 10, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 8th, 2025

GOLF+ Tests Tracking Your Real Putter Using Logitech's MX Ink
GOLF+ is experimenting with tracking your real putter by attaching Logitech's MX Ink tracked stylus to the top of it.
March 8, 2025 — Source

Most Of Insomniac's VR Games Have Returned To The Rift Store
Insomniac Games has relisted three of its titles on Meta's PC VR store, and The Unspoken should soon follow.
March 8, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 28th, 2025

Alien: Rogue Incursion's Major Quest 3 Patch Now Live After Brief Delay
Alien: Rogue Incursion's first major Quest 3 patch is now live, promising atmospheric visual enhancements and more.
February 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Aria Gen 2 Adds Built-In Head, Hand, Eye Tracking & Audio To Meta's Research Glasses
Aria Gen 2 adds head tracking, eye tracking, hand tracking, and audio to Meta's research glasses, and it's already being tested to help vision impaired people navigate indoors.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Boneworks & Bonelabs Developer Explains Why Studios Don't Just Target PC VR
If you follow VR on social media, you'll no doubt have seen a PC VR enthusiast claim that what VR "needs" is "just" more high-end PC VR content.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Co-Op Party Game Dimensional Double Shift Reaches 500K Downloads
Dimensional Double Shift, Owlchemy's co-op party game that only uses hand tracking, surpassed 500k downloads since launch.
February 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Detective VR Review: Unraveling The Mixed Reality Mystery
Mystery. Murder. A magnifying glass. And of course, that corkboard where you pin bits of evidence and connect them with string. Does Detective VR's alibi stand up to scrutiny? We put the clues together.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Free-To-Play Apps Now Account For 70% Of Time Spent On Quest
Meta says that over 70% of time spent on Quest headsets is now in free-to-play apps.
February 28, 2025 — Source

'Meta for Education' Program Exits Beta, Bringing Quest to the Classroom
Meta announced its 'Meta for Education' program is now out of beta, allowing schools and educational institutions from all over to fill their classrooms with Quest headsets and use a variety of education-focused XR apps and software.
February 28, 2025 — Source

New VR Games & Releases March 2025: Quest, SteamVR, PS VR2 & More
From Wanderer to Hitman, March is looking busy for new VR games. Here's our monthly highlights.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Two Green Thumbs Up: 'Farming Simulator VR' Launches on Meta Quest Today
Harvest season. Corn fields stretching out to the horizon, stalks subtly waving in the wind. You did this. You sowed, you tended, and now you get to reap the rewards of all that labor—and you never even had to leave your living room.
February 28, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 18th, 2025

Can Meta still make the metaverse?
On The Vergecast: What's next for Meta and Sonos, two companies that look a lot different than a few years ago.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Everything we know about Apple's Vision Pro
People have been speculating about Apple's entry into the world of virtual and augmented reality headsets for the better part of a decade. At WWDC 2023, it finally revealed the Vision Pro, which will launch as the first visionOS device on February 2nd.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro apps: the good, the bad, and the ridiculous
The Vision Pro is Apple's newest computing platform, and that means we're going to see a whole bunch of new apps. Apple pitches apps built for the Vision Pro as "spatial" experiences, and even after our initial review experience, we'll have to see how those differ from or improve upon the virtual reality and mixed reality experiences we've seen on other platforms. Of course, the Vision Pro can run iPhone and iPad apps, too, and display the screen of your nearby Mac laptop or desktop.
February 18, 2025 — Source

We don't need AI devices when we have AR glasses
We're at the onset of a new age in mobile devices called the "AI Device Era." Now that we know the utility of AI models, companies are looking for ways to access them quicker and easier. The thing is that there haven't been any devices to crack the code to a successful AI device. We've seen pendants, bracelets, and little boxes you fit in your pocket. However, we just need to admit that we don't need AI devices if we have AR glasses.
February 18, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 17th, 2025

Apple Intelligence coming to Vision Pro via significant visionOS upgrade
Apple Intelligence and other features are coming to the Vision Pro via a significant upgrade, visionOS 2.4, which is due for public release in April.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro is about to get smarter with Apple Intelligence
Apple's Vision Pro is a stunning piece of technology. When Apple showed off demos of the headset, we didn't think they could pull it off in real life. However, reviews of the headset proved us wrong. Now it's about to get even smarter. Apple is reportedly planning on bringing Apple Intelligence to the Vision Pro this April.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Chronostrike Brings A SUPERHOT-Inspired Co-Op Shooter To Quest
Developed by Greensky Games (Swarm 2), Chronostrike takes the SUPERHOT VR approach where time only moves when you move. Featuring 60 levels directly inspired by Christopher Nolan's 2010 film, Inception, time itself has become a weapon in the year 2135, set in a world where digital memories can be hacked.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Indie VR Hit Sequel 'Into the Radius 2' is Headed to Quest 3 in Early Access
Into the Radius 2, sequel to the popular post-apocalyptic shooter, is coming soon to Quest 3 in early access.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Connect 2025 Takes Place September 17 & 18
Connect is Meta's annual XR conference, its primary event since the last F8 in 2021. Originally called Oculus Connect, from the first in 2014 until the sixth in 2019, the event sees the company announce VR, AR, and smart glasses hardware, software, and new developer tools, as well as show off some of its research towards the future of XR.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses are a hit, and it's now planning a massive production ramp-up
Meta's Ray-Bans have hit 2 million sales, and now their maker is gearing up to push 10 million a year.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Metro Awakening 'Underperformed Financial Expectations', Publisher Tells Investors
Metro Awakening "underperformed" against the financial expectations of the game's parent company, despite positive reviews.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Monster Snap Is Pokemon Snap For Cryptids In VR
Inspired by Pokemon Snap, Monster Snap is an on-rails photography game where you search for cryptids in VR.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Post-apocalyptic VR Shooter 'Metro Awakening' Failed to Meet Revenue Goals, Parent Company Reveals
Embracer Group, the media conglomerate behind a host of game studios, announced in a recent financial report that Metro Awakening (2024) "underperformed" financial expectations.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Quest v74 Brings Web Shortcuts, DisplayPort Out, Improved Casting & More
Quest v74 is starting to roll out, bringing web shortcuts in Library, the system menu to Quest Link, DisplayPort Out to external monitors, improved casting, and more.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Selina: Mind At Large Review: A Topsy-Turvy Journey In The Heart Of A Child
It doesn't always deliver, but Selina: Mind at Large is an important mental health journey that legitimizes a child's anguish.
February 18, 2025 — Source

'Thief Simulator' VR Sold Over 300,000 Copies on Quest Alone
3R Games, the studio behind Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street (2022), revealed the game has sold over 310,000 units on Quest alone.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Toast Interactive Closes Office As 'Majority' Of Staff Are Made Redundant
Toast Interactive has closed its office and laid off the majority of its staff.
February 18, 2025 — Source

VR Treadmill Omni One Adds New Games to Lineup, Including 'Arizona Sunshine' Series and 'Into the Radius'
Virtuix, the company known for its line of VR treadmills, announced it's adding nine more VR games to its lineup of titles supported by its Omni One all-in-one system.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — February 14th, 2025

11 Pro Apple Notes Tips for Task Management, Collaboration and Note-Taking
Apple Notes has grown into a comprehensive tool for capturing ideas, managing tasks, and organizing projects. Whether you’re brainstorming, tracking to-dos, or handling complex workflows, this app provides a wide array of features designed to enhance your productivity. With capabilities ranging from instant note-taking to seamless synchronization across devices, Apple Notes can help you stay organized and focused.
February 14, 2025 — Source

'Alien: Rogue Incursion' Arrives on Quest 3: Upgraded Gameplay But Downgraded Graphics
Alien: Rogue Incursion initially launched on PSVR 2 and PC VR headsets in December, bringing the first VR-native game to the storied 'Alien' franchise. Now, developer Survios has finally released the game on Quest 3.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Horizon Worlds Now Has 'Fantastical Avatars', Including Captain America
Meta's Horizon Worlds platform now has 'Fantastical Avatars', including the new Captain America.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Into the Radius 2 Early Access Coming Soon to Meta Quest
Into the Radius 2 is a survival shooter in which players must arm themselves with realistic weapons, team up with friends, and venture deep into the surreal and hostile environment known as the Pechorsk Security Zone.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta’s Ray-Bans have sold 2 million pairs — its maker is prepping to sell 10M each year
A subscription service might be coming, too.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Makes it Official: HoloLens is Dead
Microsoft this week confirmed that its HoloLens mixed reality hardware efforts have officially come to an end.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Mil-Sim Shooter 'Onward' Announces First Major Update After a Year-long Wait
Onward (2020), the tactical mil-sim shooter from Meta-owned Downpour Interactive, is getting a big 2.0 update soon. It's been a long time coming too, as the game's last major update was nearly one year ago.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Next 'Five Nights at Freddy's' Game Scrubs Mention of PSVR 2 Support Ahead of PS5 Release
Steel Wool Studios announced the release date of Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic earlier this week, coming to PS5 and PC on June 13th. While the game was previously shown on PSVR 2, the studio has now removed any mention of PSVR 2 support, which is raising some eyebrows.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Onward Will Get 'Massive' Graphics Overhaul In 2.0 Update Later This Year
VR tactical shooter Onward will receive a major revamp in this year's 2.0 update.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Quest Store February Sale Discounts Among Us VR, LEGO Bricktales, Ultrawings 2 & More
Between Among Us VR, Ultrawings 2 and LEGO Bricktales, we've rounded up our highlights from the latest Quest Store sale.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Have Sold 2 Million Units, Production To Be Vastly Increased
Ray-Ban Meta glasses have sold 2 million units so far, and the annual production capacity is being increased to 10 million by the end of 2026.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Real VR Fishing Continues The World Tour With Europe DLC Vol. 2 Soon
Real VR Fishing continues its World Tour with new locations in the Europe DLC Vol. 2, arriving this month on Quest.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Sci-Fi Fantasy Shooter StellarPlans VR Heads For Quest This March
StellarPlans, a sci-fi fantasy VR shooter created by a solo developer, lands on Quest next month.
February 14, 2025 — Source

'Skydance's BEHEMOTH' Adds Over 700 Fixes in Second Major Patch, Now Live on All Platforms
Skydance's Behemoth (2024) didn't launch without its fair share of issues late last year, something developer Skydance Games hopes to nail down in its latest patch, which is being addressed in over 700 community-sourced fixes.
February 14, 2025 — Source

VR Tactical Shooter Tier One: Direct Action Starts Early Access On Quest Today
Tier One: Direct Action, a VR tactical shooter inspired by ArmA and Rainbow Six Siege, launches in early access today on Quest.
February 14, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 7th, 2025

Apple describes a way to make Vision Pro much lighter
The two biggest criticisms of Vision Pro have been price and the weight. We know Apple is working on a lower-priced model, and a new patent application describes a way to make the headset very much lighter.
February 10, 2025 — Source

Apple's Initial Designs for a Vision Pro Controller Are Making Me Uncomfortable
A recently-revealed patent shows a stick-like design for an Apple Vision Pro controller, and it already makes us uneasy.
February 7, 2025 — Source

'Civilization VII' is Getting a Surprise VR Version for Quest 3 Soon
Sid Meier's Civilization 7 is coming to PC and console on February 11th, but now developer Firaxis and publisher 2K Games say a version of the game is also releasing on Quest this Spring.
February 10, 2025 — Source or Source

COLD VR Review: A Flawed Inversion of SUPERHOT
COLD VR delivers moments of entertaining action on Steam, but it's let down by frustrating level design and an unpolished presentation.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Ex-Oculus CTO: 'Beat Saber was much more important to VR's growth than Half-Life: Alyx'
John Carmack, former CTO of Oculus and legendary programmer, isn't shy when it comes to voicing his opinions on all things XR. To Carmack, Meta's block-slashing rhythm game Beat Saber (2018) was "far more important than Half-Life: Alyx" in pushing adoption of the medium.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Meta expected to invest $100 billion in VR and smart glasses
Many companies are investing heavily in headsets and smart glasses. However, Meta is expected to take the cake. According to a recent report from the Financial Times, Meta could end up investing as much as $100 billion in VR and smart glasses this year.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Meta Eyes Free-to-Play Future as Quest Userbase Changes with Wave of New Owners
Meta's metaverse ambitions are evolving rapidly, with younger users and mainstream consumers reshaping the Quest platform over the course of 2024, according to Samantha Ryan, VP of Metaverse Content, which could see free-to-play content flourish as a result.
February 7, 2025 — Source

Meta is studying how humans and robots can collaborate on housework
Meta on Friday announced PARTNR, a new program designed to study human-robot interaction (HRI). The research is specifically focused on how humans and robots might collaborate in the home environment. That includes mundane tasks like cleaning, cooking, and picking up food deliveries.
February 7, 2025 — Source

The best VR headsets for 2025
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
February 7, 2025 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2025.02.10): The Meta Quest Store is in a transition phase, Apple may integrate PSVR 2 controllers, and more!
These days I feel better, so this newsletter is coming on time again (yay!). It's been a good end of the week for me: on the work side, I have broken the news about camera access on Android XR (more on this later on), while on the personal side, I managed to cook some good Italian pasta here in China for some friends (I've brought some ingredients from home, of course).
February 10, 2025 — Source

Veteran VR Studio nDreams Condenses Two Studios into One, With Layoffs for Some
Veteran VR developer and publisher nDreams announced it's opened an internal studio, called 'Compass', after having closed both its nDreams Studio Orbital and nDreams Studio in September.
February 7, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 5th, 2025

Apple Vision Pro's first year: the good, the bad, and the future
The first one that caught my attention today was a realistic and refreshing assessment by Adam Savage and company:
February 5th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Budget Cuts Ultimate & PowerWash Simulator VR Are The Quest+ Monthly Games For February
From room-scale stealth thrills to power washing everything you see, here are the Quest+ monthly games for February 2025.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Meta is all in on AI wearables while figuring out where the metaverse fits in
Meta is apparently gearing up to drop half a dozen new wearables.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

The Best VR Headsets In 2025
From the Meta Quest 3 to the PSVR 2, these are the best VR headsets you can buy today.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro: Here are three upgrades to expect from Apple this year
Vision Pro has officially entered its second year on the market. Apple's spatial computer was chosen as 9to5Mac's 2024 Product of the Year, but it still has a lot to prove heading into year two. Here are three coming upgrades that could spark a growth year for Vision Pro.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 3rd, 2025

Apple Might Not Build New Augmented Reality Glasses After All
The Apple Vision Products Group tried to pair lightweight glasses with first the iPhone and then the Mac.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Apple Reportedly Cancels AR Smart Glasses Project
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman believes that Apple's headset design department has cancelled a long-gestating project. Development of the company's augmented reality (AR) smart glasses—allegedly codenamed "N107"—ceased not long ago, according to the journalist's insider network. At first, Apple's augmented reality engineering team supposedly envisioned the (regular/normal-sized) glasses being powered via a direct connection to a wearer's iPhone.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Apple Reportedly on Track to Bring PSVR 2 Controller Support to Vision Pro
Apple is reportedly making good headway on its quest to bring controllers to Vision Pro, as Bloomberg's Mark Gurman maintains a collaboration with Sony to bring support for PSVR 2's controllers to Apple's headset is still on track.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

'Batman: Arkham Shadow' Counts Over 1 Million Quest Players, In-game Achievement Reveals
Batman: Arkham Shadow (2024) has just topped over 1 million players, evidenced by an in-game achievement that nearly everyone is bound to earn just by booting up the game and playing for a few minutes.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Google's XR Modeling Tool 'Blocks' Gets a Second Life with 'Open Blocks' on Quest
Known for its work on the open source version of Google's Tilt Brush, Open Brush, The Icosa Foundation has now released a version of Google's low-poly 3D modeling app Blocks for Quest.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Meta CTO: 2025 Will Determine Whether Reality Labs Is Visionary Or "A Legendary Misadventure"
In a leaked memo, Meta's CTO told staff that 2025 will determine whether its hardware & metaverse division is "the work of visionaries or a legendary misadventure".
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Meta spends big to make its Ray-Ban glasses a true mainstream hit
The smart glasses are getting not one, but two Super Bowl ads and a limited edition variation.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Meta's VP of XR is Departing the Company Citing Family Health Concerns
Meta's VP of XR, Mark Rabkin, is departing the company after leading its XR efforts for more than four years. Rabkin cites family health issues as the primary driver for his departure.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Mixed Reality Arcade Game Project Aeroes Is Free For A Limited Time
Project Aeroes, a mixed reality game where you guide spaceships, is free for a limited time on Quest 3.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Quest 3 & 3S Saw Significant SteamVR Usage Share Growth In January
Quest 3 & Quest 3S made up 28% of SteamVR usage in January, after seeing significant growth in recent months.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

The FDA and EU clear Nuance Audio, smart glasses with built-in hearing aids, for sale
The glasses will be available in the US and Europe in Q1.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Vacation Simulator & Cosmonious High Get Permanent Price Drops
Owlchemy Labs permanently reduced the price for Vacation Simulator and Cosmonious High, though PlayStation owners will need to wait.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 24th, 2025

Aerial Dogfight Sim Aces of Thunder Reveals World War 1 Era Aircraft
Upcoming flight combat game Aces of Thunder will feature planes from the dawn of aerial warfare, including the Fokker DR.I of the infamous Red Baron.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Apple’s next immersive Vision Pro film involves bull riding and arrives soon
Immersive Video on the Vision Pro is one of the product’s must-try experiences, and Apple’s first new release of the year—Man Vs. Beast—arrives next week to take you on a bull-riding adventure.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Elsewhere Electric Unites VR & Mobile Players With A New Co-Op Puzzler
Elsewhere Electric is a co-op puzzle game coming to Quest and PC VR, where one player explores the world in VR while the other joins in on mobile.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

How Into The Radius 2 Hit Nearly $3M Revenue So Far On Steam Early Access
It's a rare VR game that uses Steam as its lead platform these days, but that hasn't stopped Into The Radius 2 earning nearly $3 million revenue since launch.
January 24th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Live translations on Meta’s smart glasses work well — until they don’t
I had a conversation with a Spanish speaker and tried watching a clip of Emilia Pérez. The results were hilariously varied.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Meta Is Enlisting A-List Celebrities For Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Super Bowl Ads
Meta is enlisting A-list celebrities, Chris Pratt and Chris Hemsworth, to advertise the Ray-Ban smart glasses at the Super Bowl.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

Meta is Experimenting with a Home Theater Environment for Quest’s Horizon OS
Meta already has a way to watch your own content on Quest, although browsing through a file system and viewing on a windowed panel is decidedly less immersive than a proper home theater. Now the company says it’s experimenting with the idea.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

The Smurfs -- Flower Defense Will Bring VR & MR Strategy To Quest 3 This May
The Smurfs -- Flower Defense brings the iconic series to Quest 3 this May with a VR and mixed reality tower defense game.
January 24th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 22nd, 2025

'Fitness Fables' is a Heart-pumping Workout & Fantasy Action Mash-up, Coming to Quest This Month
Poland-based indie Immersion Games are getting ready to launch their next title later this month, which puts a fantasy gameplay twist on some tried and true VR fitness mechanics.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

GeForce Now Comes To Quest 3, Pico & Apple Vision Pro's Web Browsers
GeForce Now, Nvidia's cloud flatscreen gaming service, now supports the web browsers of Quest 3, Pico, and Apple Vision Pro.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Into The Radius Has Sold 800K Copies Across All Platforms
Confirmed in a soon-to-be published interview, CM Games CEO Vlad Rannik spoke to UploadVR during PG Connects London 2025 to discuss Into The Radius 2. Touching upon how the original game guided the studio's approach to early access for the sequel, Rannik revealed Into The Radius sold 800k units since the initial launch back in November 2019.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Is Reportedly Developing Oakley Smart Glasses for Athletes
The company may also launch AI-powered wearables like earbuds with built-in cameras.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Meta Reportedly Plans Smart Glasses with Display, Targeting 2025 Release at Premium Price Point
Even with onboard AI, Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses aren't as smart as they could be, since the glasses lack any sort of display for doing simple tasks, like reading incoming messages. Now, a report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman maintains Meta is not only looking to expand its line of smart glasses with the inclusion of a sportier model this year, but also a high-end model that includes a built-in display.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Oakley smart glasses coming this year; Meta glasses with display to cost $1k
If Ray-Ban Meta glasses are not your style, the company is expected to launch a pair of Oakley smart glasses later this year. These will likely mirror the functionality of Meta’s existing AI glasses, but with very different styling.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Samsung Teases AR Glasses at Galaxy Unpacked
Samsung's big push for wearable AI is a pair of glasses, the more mobile version of its 'Project Moohan' AR headset.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Samsung's VR Headset Looks a Lot Like Apple Vision Pro
At its Unpacked event, Samsung showed off its upcoming "Project Moohan" AR/VR headset, which is designed to compete with the Vision Pro. Some users might even mistake the headset for a Vision Pro, given the design similarities.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

Starting next week, you’ll need to turn off Apple Intelligence if you don’t want it
iOS 18.3 enables Apple intelligence by default.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

VR Arcade Fighter Path of Fury - Episode I: Tetsuo's Tower Heads To Quest This March
Path of Fury - Episode I: Tetsuo's Tower, the Kung-Fu inspired VR fighting game, is coming to Quest this March.
January 22nd, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 20th, 2025

Oculus Founder Teases XR Announcement Coming "in a few weeks", Possibly Pointing to Military-driven Headset
Oculus founder Palmer Luckey is announcing something in a few weeks, which he says will prove he isn't out of the 'XR game'.
January 20th, 2025 — Source

Roto VR hands-on: make your chair rotate in VR!
On my last day at CES, I tried the Roto VR Explorer chair. It's been an interesting experience, not without some flaws, but certainly one worth telling. So keep reading to discover this VR accessory!
January 20th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 17th, 2025

90s Inspired VR Adventure Lovesick Is Making Its Debut On Quest This March
Rose City Games announced that its grungy VR puzzle game Lovesick will launch this March on Quest.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Assetto Corsa EVO Faces Rocky Early Access Start With 'Unplayable' PC VR Support
Assetto Corsa EVO has officially launched on Steam Early Access, though many users are reporting it's currently "unplayable" in VR.
January 17th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Meta Horizon' Quest Mobile App Downloads Dropped Christmas 2024 as Meta Aims to Bolster Quest 3S Sales
Meta is fairly tight-lipped when it comes to detailing just how many headsets it sells, although there are a few ways to gauge the platform's popularity, one of which is fresh downloads of its required companion app, Meta Horizon, available on Android and iOS devices.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

Rogue Piñatas: VRmageddon Smashes Onto Quest Next Month
Rogue Piñatas: VRmageddon gears up for smashing hordes in a family-friendly VR co-op roguelite next month on Quest.
January 17th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Somnium Space Announces New Pricing for VR1 Lineup, Putting Entry-level Headset North of $3,000
Somnium Space, the Czechia-based social platform creator, has raised prices on its enthusiast-grade PC VR headset, Somnium VR1, something the company says was done to "maintain the highest quality standards."
January 17th, 2025 — Source

The Thrill Of The Fight 2 Is An Intriguing Evolution Of VR Boxing
When I first played Sealost Interactive's The Thrill of the Fight, it felt like the closest thing I'd come across to real boxing in the video game medium. Rather than controlling boxers with analog sticks and shoulder buttons on a console like with EA's Fight Night, Thrill of the Fight lets me use my real footwork. I can weave, roll, jab and hook as I outbox computer opponents in VR.
January 17th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 13th, 2025

Asgard's Wrath 2 Gets Last Content Update As Sanzaru Games Looks To The "Next Big Thing"
Asgard's Wrath 2 has received its last content update, and developer Sanzaru Games is working on the "next big thing."
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Banter Generates Objects From Speech With New AI Tools
Elin Höhler spent the weekend pulling together a new demo in SideQuest's Banter showing a full speech to 3D generation pipeline making objects in a multiplayer world.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Don't expect an update to Apple's anemic-selling Vision Pro this year
According to Bloomberg News' Mark Gurman, while Apple's 2025 is jam-packed with a slew of new and updated product launches throughout the year, a next-gen Vision Pro is not expected to be among them.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Everything we expect from a lower-priced Apple Vision headset in 2026
It's always been clear that Vision Pro was simply Apple's first step into the AR/VR headset world, and that a lower-priced Apple Vision product would follow, but there have so far been mixed reports on when we might expect to see it.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Iron Rebellion Might Be The Mechs Best Thing To MechWarrior In VR
Iron Rebellion Might Be The Mechs Best Thing To MechWarrior In VR
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Mark Zuckerberg Admits Apple Vision Pro Is Better Than Quest 3 For Watching Movies
In his latest appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, Mark Zuckerberg admitted that Apple Vision Pro is better than Quest 3 for watching movies.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Meta-owned Sanzaru Games Moves on to "next big thing" Amid 'Asgard's Wrath 2' Final Update
Sanzaru Games, the studio behind the Asgard's Wrath franchise, have released the final content update to Quest exclusive Asgard's Wrath 2 (2023). Now the studio says it's moving on the "next big thing".
January 13th, 2025 — Source

Pimax Raises Another $13.6M to Accelerate the Development of Its VR Headset Business
Pimax, the Chinese startup known for its wide field-of-view (FOV) PC VR headsets, has secured an additional ¥CN100 million (~$13.6 million USD) in an extension to its Series C funding.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

PowerWash Simulator Ends VR Support As Dev Redeploys Team To Other Projects
PowerWash Simulator VR support will not continue on Quest, with FuturLab citing cost concerns and job security.
January 13th, 2025 — Source or Source

We tried Sony's new XYN headset: a game-changer for 3D content creators
Sony is going all-in on spatial content creation.
January 13th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 10th, 2025

Brelyon Ultra Reality Extend immersive monitor delivers Vision Pro-like experience without a headset
The greatest attraction for me about Vision Pro is being able to have huge virtual monitors for both work and entertainment, but the downside is the discomfort of wearing one for an extended time. The Brelyon Ultra Reality Extend is a funky new monitor tech that aims to solve this problem.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Beat Saber Shares #1 With Alien: Rogue Incursion In December's PS VR2 Downloads Charts
Sony released its last PlayStation VR2 download charts for 2024, with December's #1 going to both Beat Saber and Alien: Rogue Incursion.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Hands-on Ray-Ban Meta and its experimental AI features
Yesterday at CES, in a Meta Showroom, I was finally able to try the Ray-Ban Meta glasses and especially their experimental AI features! Let me tell you everything about this experience.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

iOS 18.4's new Siri powers get me really excited for Vision Pro's future
Apple's biggest upcoming AI features will arrive in iOS 18.4, with a heavy focus on Siri upgrades. But it's the Vision Pro that I'm most excited to use those capabilities on.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

iOS Decoded -- iOS 18.3 beta 2 changes and features
After the significant releases of iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.2, Apple's latest developer beta release -- iOS 18.3 beta 2 -- is shaping up to be significantly less eventful in terms of user-facing features and changes. However, there are things under the hood that may hint to what to expect from future iOS software and hardware. In this first episode of iOS Decoded, we take a deeper dive into iOS 18.3.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Nvidia GeForce Now released for all Pico MR and VR headsets
Pico is bringing the power of cloud gaming to its VR headsets with the integration of Nvidia GeForce Now. This exciting partnership opens up a world of AAA gaming experiences for Pico users, offering seamless access to a vast library of titles without needing a powerful PC or console.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Pimax Crystal Super VR Headset CES 2025 from $1,696
Pimax showcase and unveiled its new Crystal Super VR Headset providing users with a resolution of 3840×3840 pixels per eye, delivering an impressive 57 pixels per degree (PPD). This level of detail closely mimics the clarity of human vision, making it ideal for applications requiring precision and realism, such as flight simulations and professional training environments.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Shiftall Reveals Quest 'Expansion' Controller, New SteamVR Controllers
Shiftall, the Japan-based creators behind MeganeX PC VR headsets, announced two new VR controller accessories at CES 2025—a SteamVR-compatible controller for PC VR, and a unique add-on to Quest Touch controllers that give users a scroll wheel and extra buttons.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Sony's Enterprise MR Headset Set to Release Next Month, Priced at $4,750
We haven't heard much about Sony's SRH-S1 standalone MR headset over the past year, which the company revealed at CES 2024. Now, the enterprise-focused device has an official launch date and price.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Sony's Standalone Headset For Enterprise Is $4750 And Ships In February
Sony's standalone XR headset for enterprise CAD now has a price and release month.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro Knock-off Gets High Praise From Former Quest Engineer
Wait, Apple Vision Pro doesn't come in black, does it? Nope, but Play For Dream MR does. And with what some are calling the 'Android Vision Pro', owing to its Android-based OS, Play For Dream seems to have turned some heads at CES 2025 this past week.
January 10th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 9th, 2025

A Florida Judge Used A Quest 2 In A Courtroom
A judge in Florida used a Quest 2 VR headset to view a recreation of events in which a defendant pulled a gun out at a wedding.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Attention Labs and 2Pi showed me the future of VR for audio and video
Today I want to tell you about two companies that I met at CES that made me think about the future of immersive realities: Attention Labs, which lets people focus on a specific conversation in mixed reality, and 2Pi Optics, which builds very small metalenses. Let me tell you why I think these two companies are working on something that is very cool.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Boneworks Is Heading To Quest 3 As SLZ Begins Pre-Production On Next Game
Boneworks, Stress Level Zero's experimental physics-driven VR sandbox, is heading to Quest 3.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Epyka Review: A Wonderful Journey Cut Too Short
Like millions of kids in the 1990s, my first experience with puzzle-adventure games was Myst. The jaw-dropping graphics and cryptic storytelling lit my imagination, but my young age, the extreme obtuseness of the game's puzzles, and the gameplay's intense loneliness squelched that flame. Thirty years later, as I reach the halfway point of Epyka, I suddenly realize I'm playing the game I always wanted Myst to be.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Human Within Promises Reality-Bending Stories On Quest Today
Your choices matter as you interact with a unique world in Human Within, a game made with a combination of 2D cutscenes, 3D gameplay, and more.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Kung Fu & VR Fishing Lead The Meta Quest+ Monthly Games For January 2025
From VR fishing to kung fu action, here are the latest Meta Quest+ monthly games this January.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Physics Action Puzzler 'BONEWORKS' is Coming to Quest 3, Pre-production for Next Game Announced
Stress Level Zero's physics-based sandbox follow-up BONELAB (2022) has done spectacularly well on Quest, although the studio still hasn't brought its award-winning physics action puzzler BONEWORKS (2019) to Meta's latest standalone hardware generation. That's about to change.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Rokid AR Spatial Glasses
Rokid teaches us what AR is all about with its AR Spatial Glasses.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Sony Shows Off 'The Last of Us' Immersive Attraction Concept That Should Be VR, But Sadly Isn't
Sony unveiled a new location-based entertainment (LBE) concept based on The Last of Us game and TV franchise. While it looks ripe for VR arcades, it appears to be skipping VR headsets altogether for an array of large format LED panels.
January 9th, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony's XYN XR headset is being used in very different ways
Sony is targeting animators and game designers, while Siemens is going after engineers.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Survival Horror Game MADiSON VR Is Now Available On Quest
Survival horror hit MADiSON VR is now available on Quest.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

Synth Riders '80s Mixtape Side B Adds Queen, Rick Astley, Toto & More
Prepare your hot pants and leg warmers as Synth Riders' 80s Mixtape Side B pack summons seven more cult classic hits on most VR platforms today.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The best smart glasses at CES 2025 are inconspicuous
Smart glasses like Even Realities G1 and Halliday are not big and bulky like the smart glasses of yesteryear.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The Smart Glasses Moment Is Here. But They're Still Missing Something Big
Commentary: Smart glasses feel more ready than they've ever been, but Android XR and Apple will be key in making them everyday wearables.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

The Solos AirGo Vision smart glasses give you access to ChatGPT whenever you need it
We tried these dynamic glasses out in the wild.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

This neckband for my XR glasses was the upgrade I didn't know I needed
Viture XR glasses are my favorite for mobile entertainment and productivity on the go. The new Pro Neckband provides an immersive experience with content stored on the device, not your phone.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

This year, Android XR will debut these cutting-edge products
Several big projects are in the works, but two hold the best hope for winners in 2025.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

VR & Flatscreen Indie Hit 'Exit 8' is Getting a Live Action Movie This Year, Trailer Here
Exit 8 (2023), the indie hit walking simulator for PC and VR headsets, is getting a live action film, bringing its Tokyo underground anomalies to the big screen this year.
January 9th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 8th, 2025

CES 25: hands on with Pimax Crystal Super and the 60G Airlink
Today at CES I have been able to go hands-on with two Pimax products: the Pimax Crystal Super and the 60G Airlink for wireless connection. Unluckily there was no Dream Air to try, but I had fun anyway with the two other products.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Jumpstart January: An Interview with Leanne Pedante, Head of Fitness at ‘Supernatural’
The new year’s a time of resolutions and fresh starts, when many of us look to set new goals to work out, get into shape, and improve our health. But it can be hard to stick with your goals so you don’t slide back into old habits. That’s why we’re kicking off a new weekly wellness series to help you Jumpstart January.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Immersive Web Company Infinite Reality Raises $3 Billion From a Private Investor
Infinite Reality, a company building an engine for creating immersive web content underpinned with WebXR support, announced it has raised a whopping $3 billion to continue building the company’s “vision for the next generation of the internet.” Not only is this a huge fundraising round, such an investment coming from a single private investor is highly uncommon.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Pirates VR: Jolly Roger Review - Colorful Adventure With Shallow Combat
Pirates VR: Jolly Roger presents an enjoyable lighthearted VR adventure, though shallow combat ultimately hampers it. Read on for our full review.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

Scientists Build an Itty-bitty VR Headset to Better Study Mice
Researchers at Cornell University have developed ‘MouseGoggles’, a miniature VR headset with eye-tracking for mice, which was used to study complex behaviors during neural recordings.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

World's First Android-Based Spatial Computer Play For Dream MR Debuts
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) kicked off in Las Vegas, bringing together a myriad of innovative technologies from around the globe. Among the highlights of this year's event was the debut of Play For Dream MR, an Android-based spatial computer, which garnered praise from media, exhibitors, and attendees alike.
January 8th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 7th, 2025

Apple Vision Pro to Support NVIDIA's 'GeForce NOW' Cloud Gaming Service via Safari
The Apple Vision Pro headset will soon support NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming platform, the company today announced.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Android XR and mixed-reality prototypes remind us not to get excited too early
The truth is, all these products aren't real until you can buy them.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Chrono Weaver Is A New Time Travel VR Puzzle Adventure On Quest & Steam
Chrono Weaver sees you work with yourself in a new VR time-travel puzzle adventure, and it recently launched on Quest and Steam.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Detective VR Is On The Case Next Month On Quest 3
Detective VR, a mixed reality narrative investigation game, launches next month on Quest 3 and 3S.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

First Impressions of ‘Surreal Touch’ Third-party Vision Pro Controllers
Surreal Touch is a Kickstarter-backed third-party motion controller for Vision Pro. The first batch of controllers began shipping in December (right on time), and early impressions are starting to roll out.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

How to buy the XREAL One Pro AR glasses
Take a peek into the world of augmented reality.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

I Tried XREAL's new One Pro AR glasses at CES
The upgraded model from XREAL features a new chipset, larger FOV, higher max brightness, and a more lightweight design.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

InkPoster’s digital art displays need power only to upload a new image
Based on full-color E Ink technology, the ePaper frame displays consume zero watts for static displays and emit no blue light or heat.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Lenovo's latest answer to XREAL AR glasses arrives sooner than you think
The Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 is set to launch in February 2025.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

RayNeo AR glasses hands-on at CES 2025: Surprisingly light and bright
It has a small field of view but a surprisingly bright display.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Shardfall: FitQuest VR Hands-On - The Closest You'll Get To Ring Fit Adventure On Quest
Shardfall: FitQuest VR is likely the closest you’ll get to Ring Fit Adventure on Meta Quest, and that’s not a bad thing. Here are our full impressions.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Sony Announces ‘XYN’ Standalone MR Headset Prototype for Creatives, Release Date & Pricing Still to Be Revealed
Sony announced a new prototype version of its previously revealed XR standalone for enterprise. Codenamed ‘XYN’, the company says it’s targeting creators looking to make spatial content.
January 7th, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Source

NVIDIA Announces GeForce Now Cloud Gaming Support for Quest 3/S, Vision Pro & Pico Headsets
NVIDIA announced at CES 2025 that its extending support for its cloud gaming platform GeForce NOW to Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest 3 and 3S, and Pico headsets.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon Gets Virtual Reality Game From Sandbox VR
The Descent.
January 7th, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 6th, 2025

Apple Vision Pro 2 Price DROP? Apple's Secret Plan Revealed!
Rumors suggest that the Apple Vision Pro 2 will be priced lower than the current model. Apple's entry into the virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) market with the Vision Pro was met with excitement and skepticism. The device, priced at a hefty $3,500, positions itself as a premium offering, promising innovative technology and an immersive user experience. However, the steep cost has proven to be a significant barrier to widespread adoption, leaving many consumers questioning whether the Vision Pro delivers enough value to justify its price tag.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Dawn Of Jets Offers Aerial Combat With A Fully Interactive Cockpit On Quest
Dawn of Jets, a VR aerial combat game with a fully interactive cockpit, recently entered early access on Quest.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Halliday's smart glasses feature 'proactive AI'
The problem with a lot of smart glasses and headsets is that it isn't always designed with users with prescription glasses in mind. Halliday is challenging that narrative with its new smart glasses that the company unveiled at CES 2025. These smart glasses will play nicely with users that wear prescription lenses, and one of the more interesting features is its so-called "proactive AI".
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Rokid debuts AR Spatial smart glasses at CES 2025
Apple is not the first company to enter the market with a pair of smart glasses. However, due to Apple's marketing machine and reputation, the company's Vision Pro headset seems to be all everyone's talking about right now. But at CES 2025, the Vision Pro might have a challenger with the brand new Rokid AR Spatial smart glasses.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Meta Officially Discontinues Quest Pro, Its First (and most expensive) Mixed Reality Headset
Meta has officially discontinued Quest Pro, the company's first mixed reality headset.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Somnium Begins Shipping VR1 PC VR Headset in the US, Announces Incoming Price Hike
Somnium Space, the Prague, Czechia-based social platform creator, has officially begun launching its PC VR headset, Somnium VR1, in the US. Additionally, the company announced its streamlining the number of available variants, bringing it to just three consumer-focused versions, and also increasing prices soon on its higher-end units.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Samsung Electronics Unveils Samsung Vision AI and New Innovations at First Look 2025, Delivering Personalized, AI-Powered Screens To Enrich Everyday Life
Samsung brings Samsung Vision AI to its widest lineup yet — including Neo QLED, OLED, QLED and The Frame — with intelligent, adaptive screens that go beyond the conventional TV watching experience
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Soliddd unveils the SolidddVision smartglasses for CES 2025
CES 2025 is just around the corner, and our favorite companies are showing off their latest and greatest tech early. One of those companies is Soliddd. This vision and eye care tech company has developed a pair of smartglasses that can help people with low vision disorders like macular degeneration.
January 6th, 2025 — Source

Somnium VR1 Starts Shipping To US As Price Increase Coming Soon
Somnium VR1, the European wide field of view PC VR headset, has started shipping to US customers, after already shipping in Europe in late 2024.
January 6th, 2025 — Source or Source

General — Metaverse — January 3rd, 2025

Apple reportedly ends production of the Vision Pro
While the Apple Vision Pro got off to a hot start with positive reviews and a wave of purchases from enthusiasts, interest in the device dropped off a cliff in the months following launch. Back in April, we had heard that Apple had begun slashing production orders due to flailing sales numbers. Now, it is being reported that the Vision Pro will soon be discontinued.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's killer feature is finally here - and made my $3,500 investment more worth it
It's a shame Apple didn't include the ultra-wide Mac virtual display when it launched the Vision Pro. The product would have made so much more sense.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

SteamVR Saw Near-Record Usage In December
December 2024 saw the second highest percentage of Steam gamers using a VR headset ever, when adjusted for Chinese users.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

What's the future of SteamVR tracking?
It's the beginning of a new year, and I started thinking about the future of immersive realities for 2025 and beyond. There is one question that is recurring in my mind: with the possible advent of the standalone Deckard headset with inside-out tracking, is Lighthouse-based SteamVR tracking still going to be relevant? Will it survive this year or the next ones? In this article, I try to summarize my thoughts about it.
January 3rd, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 1st, 2025

New VR Games & Releases January 2025: Quest, SteamVR, PS VR2 & More
Gears & Goo is a mixed reality tower defense game from Resolution Games, where you control an army of 'Sodarians' in a territorial battle.
January 1st, 2025 — Source

The #1 App On Christmas Day Was The Meta App Needed To Set Up Quest Headsets
Meta Horizon was the #1 free iPhone app on Christmas Day 2024.
January 1st, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 2nd, 2025

Battlegrounds Wants to Build a True Metaverse
All the world's a page.
January 2nd, 2025 — Source

Noun Town: Home Wants To Teach You New Languages In Mixed Reality
Noun Town: Home is a standalone mixed reality version of the VR language learning game, and it's out now on Quest.
January 2nd, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 31st, 2024

Meta Backpedals On Bricked Quest Headset Support After Angry Backlash
Meta Quest headsets are by far the most popular choice in the VR space, and many were likely given out as gifts during the holidays season. Unfortunately, a lot of those new users might feel as if they got a lump of coal instead, as a recent update is bricking the device for many users. The situation was worse for longtime owners, who were told by the company they were out of luck. However, it appears as if Meta is backtracking on leaving customers high and dry.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

Meta is Reportedly Planning to Add Display Screens to its Smart Glasses
Meta reportedly plans to add displays to its Ray-Ban smart glasses as early as next year.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

Vivo to try and beat Apple Vision Pro with a new mixed-reality headset in 2025
Don’t expect to use it anytime soon, however.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

These coming Vision Pro upgrades could lead to big 2025 success
Vision Pro was chosen as 9to5Mac’s Product of the Year. But there’s still a lot Apple’s spatial computer has to prove heading into its second year. Here are three big coming upgrades that could lead to a breakout 2025 for Vision Pro.
December 31st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 30th, 2024

9to5Mac Product of the Year: Apple Vision Pro
Apple fired on all cylinders throughout 2024 with big revamps to the iPad and Mac lineups, the iPhone 16, and the Apple Watch Series 10.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

An objective analysis of XR in 2024
It's the end of the year and I'm reflecting on how was this 2024 in XR. I strongly believe it has been a slightly negative year, but also a year that makes us think positively about the future. In this article, I'll explain to you the reasons behind this opinion of mine, and also give you some suggestions on how XR professionals should navigate these complicated times.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

If updates bricked your Meta Quest headset, try this first - then ask for a replacement
A recent software update is disabling Quest 2, 3, and 3S models. Meta is offering free replacements to some users.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

Meta is working on a fix for a software update that bricked Quest headsets
The company originally said it wouldn't help owners because their headsets were out of warranty.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

Meta makes U-turn on bricked Meta Quest headsets after backlash
A recent software update resulted in a significant number of bricked Meta Quest headsets, with Meta initially shrugging and saying that for out-of-warranty Quest 2/3/3S models it wouldn't be fixing the problem ...
December 30th, 2024 — Source

Meta Offers Free Quest 3S Replacement Following Software Update That Bricked Some Headsets
One of the worst things to happen on Christmas morning is downloading updates and charging batteries. Undoubtedly even worse though is downloading an update that then bricks your device before you can even use it. This apparently happened to a number of users last week, which Meta has responded by offering new devices and Horizon Store credit.
December 30th, 2024 — Source

'Rec Room' Launches 'Jet Set Radio' Inspired Mini-game 'Run the Block', Trailer Here
Rec Room is full of first-party adventures you can play with friends and randos alike. The social VR platform's next big offering is already here in 'Run the Block', which has taken a number of cues from Dreamcast retro-favorite Jet Set Radio (2000).
December 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — December 28th, 2024

A bad update is turning Meta Quest headsets into paperweights, but a solution is here
Meta Quest update v72 is bricking some headsets, but Meta is working on a solution for affected customers.
December 28th, 2024 — Source

Samsung patents more AI-powered imaging & smart glasses tech
This year, Samsung has had lower-than-expected financial results in multiple divisions. The strategy to turn things around is to bet more on innovation and get ahead of the trends in the tech industry. In recent months, Samsung has patented technologies related to AI-powered imaging, eye-tracking for smart glasses, and even self-adjusting mechanisms for smart rings.
December 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 27th, 2024

Android XR vs. Meta Horizon OS: How Meta Quest and Google tech will stack up
Android XR is the evolution of past, abandoned Google projects, while Meta Horizon OS represents a decade of active development. Can Google compete with (or beat) Meta?
December 27th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3 & 3S SECRET Settings! (Unlock Hidden Features NOW!)
The Meta Quest 3 and 3S are powerful virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) headsets that offer a wide range of features and capabilities. However, many users may not be aware of the hidden settings and optimizations that can significantly enhance their experience. By diving into these advanced options and making strategic adjustments to both hardware and software, you can unlock the full potential of your Meta Quest 3 or 3S headset.
December 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Updates are disabling Meta Quest headsets — but there's a workaround
Quest 2 and 3 models are not taking kindly to their software updates.
December 27th, 2024 — Source

VR Had A Great Year, But It Feels Like A Swansong
2024 was the year VR has been striving for, but multiple conditions are hindering the chances of it happening again anytime soon.
December 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 26th, 2024

'Attack on Titan VR' Launches 'Complete Edition', Including New Chapters & Co-op Mode
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable launched into Early Access on Quest back in July, offering up a single mission ('chapter') and a few unlockable blades, releasing the first drip of content which was promised to expand in the following months. Now, developer UNIVRS has released the 'Complete Edition', which now includes four chapters.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

'Blade & Sorcery' Studio Confirms Next "highly moddable" VR Game in Development
VR's favorite combat sim Blade & Sorcery (2024) may have wrapped up development with its big 1.0 release in June, but creator Warpfrog says it's already on to its next title, which will be just as "highly moddable" as its breakout physics combat game.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

Even Apple wasn't able to make VR headsets mainstream in 2024
Glasses may be more promising as the head-worn computers of the future — and there's a chance Apple might be looking in that direction.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Acknowledges 'Software Update Issue' Affecting Quest 2, 3 & 3S
Meta acknowledged a "software update issue" on its help site after reports from frustrated Quest owners said their headsets failed during an update.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

Mice headsets make it easier to study brain response to virtual reality
Virtual reality headsets like the Meta Quest or Apple Vision Pro will be a Christmas gift in more than one home this year.
December 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 20th, 2024

Apple Looking To Ditch Sony For Its More Affordable Headset, The Cheaper "Apple Vision" Could Also Feature Less Advanced Displays To Keep Costs Down
Apple's Vision Pro is a capable device in all respects, but the hefty price tag makes it a difficult purchase. This means that no matter how good the product is, it will be bound to fail if the end user will not be able to get their hands on it. To tackle the stalling sales and adoption of the Vision Pro, Apple is now planning to launch more budget-friendly variants of the headset. To achieve this feat, the company must make some compromises, and a new report shares two ways Apple could bring the price down.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

Keep it all connected with this speedy Thunderbolt 4 hub [Setups]
When you run a ton of peripherals with your Mac, how do keep it all connected and running smoothly? Well, today's featured M4 Pro Mac mini user drives a pair of 4K external displays, runs a power hub and input devices, and keeps backups on portable storage devices. And they keep it connected without a hitch using the well-regarded CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 hub named "Element."
December 20th, 2024 — Source

'Ice Dive' Apple Vision Pro Immersive Video Now Available
Apple Vision Pro users can watch a new episode of the "Adventure" series starting today, delving into a freezing underwater dive in the Arctic with athlete Ant Williams.
December 20th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

M4 Ultra Mac Pro: Everything you need to know
Will there be a new Mac Pro? We think so, but we may have to wait a while. Find out when the new Mac Pro might launch and what to expect from the M4 Ultra - or will it be M5 Ultra?
December 20th, 2024 — Source

Meta CTO on Wireless Compute Pucks for Quest: They Don't Solve the Problem
Reducing weight and increasing performance are two of the most important factors in pushing standalone XR headsets forward. While Meta has shown off its own Orion AR glasses prototype using a wireless compute unit, Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth doesn't think a similar setup is the magic bullet for standalone VR gaming.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

OWC Envoy Ultra review: Super-fast Thunderbolt 5 storage for your new M4 Pro/Max Mac
This 80Gbps SSD showed the throughput improvement you'd expect from Thunderbolt 5's doubled bandwidth. But it's pricey, and there are some backwards compatibility issues.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

The Best VR Games to Share with Family This Holiday Season
The Best VR Games to Share with Family This Holiday Season
December 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 16th, 2024

Accelerating the Future
When we first began giving demos of Orion early this year I was reminded of a line that you hear a lot at Meta—in fact it was even in our first letter to prospective shareholders back in 2012: Code wins arguments. We probably learned as much about this product space from a few months of real-life demos than we did from the years of work it took to make them.
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Accelerating the Future: AI, Mixed Reality and the Metaverse
When we first began giving demos of Orion early this year I was reminded of a line that you hear a lot at Meta – in fact it was even in our first letter to prospective shareholders back in 2012: Code wins arguments. We probably learned as much about this product space from a few months of real-life demos than we did from the years of work it took to make them.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Apple 3-5 Years Away from “Getting the Approach Right” for AR Glasses

Best of Quest 2024: 20 Amazing Games for Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S
The year is almost over. Time to look back on the 2024-that-was and go, “Wow, some absolutely incredible VR and MR games released this year.”
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Review - Decent Combat Can't Save This
As someone familiar with the anime series, Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable initially intrigued me. I'm hardly a “mega fan” though considering the VR fan game's notability, I was curious how an official game would adapt this premise. UNIVRS initially took the early access approach, releasing the first two chapters back in June before tomorrow's Version 1.0 launch. I had my initial criticisms, which were perhaps held back knowing that it wasn't the complete game yet. Sadly, the full release is a major disappointment.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Dungeons of Eternity's Holiday Update Summons Four-Player Co-op, New Monsters And More

Dungeons of Eternity's Holiday 2024 Update sees the VR dungeon crawler welcome new bosses, four-player co-op, and a PvP mode.
Dungeons of Eternity's Holiday 2024 Update sees the VR dungeon crawler welcome new bosses, four-player co-op, and a PvP mode.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Green Hell VR Co-Op Mode Hands-On: As Fun As Surviving Can Be
Games receiving long-term updates is hardly surprising these days, but every once in a while, a new feature comes out that fundamentally changes how to play. Green Hell VR originally came out in 2022, and our Quest review praised it as “a great survival game.” The new co-op mode fundamentally changes the game by adding countless options to take advantage of working together.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Maestro Adds Harry Potter & Disney's Fantasia Today In Secret Sorcery Pack DLC
Today, Double Jack introduces the first DLC for its popular VR rhythm game, Maestro, adding musical scores from iconic franchises like Harry Potter and Disney’s Fantasia.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta is rolling out live AI and Shazam integration to its smart glasses
The features were first teased at Meta Connect 2024.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Add Live AI, Live Translation, & Shazam Support
Whether you already own a pair or you’re hoping Santa drops a one down the chimney, Ray-Ban Meta glasses are the gift that keeps on giving. Right out of the box, they help you experience the world, share your POV, and capture the moments that matter, completely hands-free.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta glasses just got their most futuristic AI update yet
Live AI, live translation, and music recognition highlight the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses' v11 update.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta glasses v11 software update brings Live AI and Live Translation features
At Connect 2024, Meta announced several new features that are coming to Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. Over the past few months, Meta has rolled out several new features, including reminders, voice search for Spotify and Amazon Music content, Be My Eyes integration, adaptive volume, and more.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

You Can Now Order Apple Vision Pro's Best Interactive Mixed Reality App
Figmin XR arrives for Vision Pro owners on December 18 with a breakthrough user interface as well as support for colocation to Quest headsets.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 13th, 2024

Android XR Creates a Major Dilemma That Will Make or Break Meta’s XR Ambitions
Meta has publicly stated that it wants to be “the Android of XR.” But you know who else wants to be the Android of XR? Android XR, of course.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

‘Job Simulator’ & ‘Demeo’ Among First to Support Android XR Ahead of Samsung Headset Launch
Owlchemy Labs and Resolution Games announced they’re adopting support for Android XR, bringing some of their most popular titles to Google’s upcoming XR operating system.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Google AI Glasses and Android XR : The Future of Augmented Reality
Imagine a world where your glasses do more than just help you see—they guide you through unfamiliar streets, translate foreign languages in real time, or even assist you with cooking dinner. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, Google, in partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm, is turning that vision into reality with their latest innovation: Android XR.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Google wants you to strap Android to your face with Android XR
Extended reality OS incorporates Gemini AI, as Google takes another stab at smart glasses
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Google’s Android XR May Usher in New Generation of Smart Glasses
Google is taking another swing at the smart glasses market, determined to leave the missteps of Google Glass in the past.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Look at these Android XR screenshots!
Google just revealed its next major operating system called Android XR. This is the company’s platform that will power the next generation of amazing XR devices, and we’re all anxious to see how it will be. Well, thanks to some screenshots shared by Android Authority, we know what Android XR will look like.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Metamorphosis VR Hands-On: An Unbalanced Puzzle Platformer
Franz Kafka’s best-known work, the novella The Metamorphosis, begins with its main character, Gregor Samsa, awakening one morning to find that he has inexplicably transformed into a monstrous insect. Before this surreal transformation, Gregor worked an unhappy job, lived under crushing debt, and failed to find meaningful relationships with others. After his transformation, his rather unfulfilling life becomes even worse until, eventually, he dies.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Prepare For Voxel Warfare With Clone Drone In The Hyperdome On Steam & Quest
Doborog Games’ VR sequel Clone Drone in the Hyperdome is now available on Steam and Meta.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

ResMed, The Company Behind Making Sleep Apnea Machines, has Developed The $120 Kontor Head Strap For The Apple Vision Pro To Alleviate Head Strain
ResMed, The Company Behind Making Sleep Apnea Machines, has Developed The $120 Kontor Head Strap For The Apple Vision Pro To Alleviate Head Strain
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Samsung Teams Up With Google On Android XR
The Android XR platform is a groundbreaking collaboration between tech giants Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm, aimed at redefining the way users interact with both the digital and physical worlds. This innovative platform combines the power of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) under the umbrella term eXtended Reality (XR).
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Samsung's XR headset will have something the Apple Vision Pro lacks
Well, the cat’s out of the bag! We finally got our first look at Samsung’s upcoming XR headset, and we’re looking forward to what the company will offer. While we don’t know too much about what it will bring, a new report says that Samsung’s XR headset will come with motion controller support.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Skydance Addresses Behemoth's 'Controversial' Combat Reception With Latest Patch
Skydance's Behemoth received its latest patch on all platforms, addressing what the studio considers a “controversial” reception to its combat.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

‘Skydance’s Behemoth’ Update Rebalances Combat After “Controversial” Reception, Patch Notes Here
Skydance’s Behemoth (2024) just got a major patch which looks to address what developer Skydance Games calls an admittedly “controversial” response to the game’s combat.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Study reveals vulnerability of metaverse platforms to cyber attacks
Having access to virtual worlds from your home computer via your web browser and being able to interact with others in a secure and private manner: that is the promise of metaverse platforms.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 10th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro finally delivers a killer feature justifying the VR headset's price - see my test results
It's a shame Apple didn't include the ultra-wide Mac virtual display when it launched the Vision Pro. The product would have made so much more sense.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Latest VR Update Brings the $500 Quest 3 Even Closer to the Pricey Apple Vision Pro
The Quest 3 and Quest 3S' big 2024-end update adds better hand tracking and the ability to pair a Windows 11 PC with a glance.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft launches Mixed Reality Link for Windows 11 — connect your PC to your Meta Quest headset!
The Mixed Reality Link for Windows 11 is now available in preview, and lets you connect up to three virtual monitors with your Meta Quest headset.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro crowned as a top innovation in 2024
Popular Science magazine named Apple's Vision Pro headset one of its innovations of the year among new 2024 gadgets on Monday. Despite its considerable price tag and initial market challenges, the device's revolutionary approach to augmented reality sets it apart from competitors.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 6th, 2024

Ashen Arrows Brings Fantasy Archery To Major VR Platforms On February 20
Ashen Arrows is a new VR fantasy archery game based on Norse Mythology, and its full release is out next year on Quest, Pico, and Steam.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Become the Cat: 'I Am Cat' is Out Now on Meta Quest
Cats have fascinated us for thousands of years. Cute balls of fur, curled up in an afternoon sunbeam and slow-blinking to convey affection. Monsters, sprinting around at 4AM and knocking glasses off of nightstands, waiting for you to pet them and then attacking your hand when you oblige. A little annoying and a lot adorable.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Announces Multi-year Exclusive Agreement for Spatial Content with James Cameron's 3D Studio
Meta announced it's partnering with Lightstorm Vision, James Cameron's 3D film studio, to produce spatial content across multiple genres, including live events and full-length entertainment.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest+ December 2024: New Titles, Additions to the Games Catalog, & More
Santa's fixing up his sleigh, which means new Meta Quest+ games are here! If you haven't already, join now to score two games per month and access to 20+ game catalog titles for just $7.99 USD, or upgrade to an annual subscription for the best deal.* And if you're new to MR, you can grab a shiny new Meta Quest 3S starting at just $299.99 USD or opt for a 512GB Quest 3 and get a free three-month Quest+ subscription included with your purchase.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Pushes Back on Reported Outsourcing of XR Headset Designs
A recent report from The Information maintains Meta has started outsourcing some design for upcoming headsets amid a shift to move part of its production out of China. Now, Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth refutes those specific design claims, saying headsets will continue to be designed "in house."
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta & James Cameron Partner To Help Bring 3D Video Content To Quest
James Cameron announced an exclusive multi-year partnership with Meta to help bring significantly more 3D video content to Quest headsets.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

My First Gran Turismo Is A Free-To-Play Racer Out Now On PlayStation VR2
My First Gran Turismo, a free newcomer-friendly entry in the racing series, is out today on PlayStation VR2.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Pack Your Bait As A World Tour Edition Update Heads To Real VR Fishing
Real VR Fishing is adding three European DLC packs as part of its World Tour Edition Update, which will arrive on December 17.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Project Aeroes Guides Mixed Reality Spaceships Through Danger Next Week On Quest
Project Aeroes sees you guiding mixed reality spaceships to safety next on Meta Quest 3, 3S, and Pro next week.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

'Stay: Forever Home' is Bringing a Loveable Little Mixed Reality Canine Pal to Quest Next Year
Indie studio Windup Minds have finally announced its long-awaited virtual pet simulator, Stay: Forever Home, bringing a cute little canine friend to Quest in early 2025.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

UploadVR Winter 2024 Showcase Recap: Every Meta Quest Game Reveal and Update
This has been an incredible year for Meta Quest. From huge blockbuster releases like Batman: Arkham Shadow, Metro Awakening, and Skydance's Behemoth, to breakout indie hits, the new Meta Quest 3S headset, and tons of other new games to try each month, it's never been a better time to be a VR gamer. Yesterday's Winter 2024 Showcase from UploadVR served as both a celebration of the year we've had, as well as a look forward to what's to come.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Why I'm still using my Vive Pro for VR, six years later
You'll have to pry it from my cold, dead hands — at least until something truly better comes along.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 2nd, 2024

Brace Yourselves As Project Wingman: Frontline 59 Campaign DLC Reaches Steam
After a stint as a PlayStation exclusive, the Project Wingman: Frontline 59 campaign DLC has made its Steam debut
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

C-Smash VRS Celebrates 30 Years Of PlayStation With WipEout-Themed Update
C-Smash VRS is celebrating PlayStation's 30th anniversary with a free WipEout inspired Time Attack update on PS VR2.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Hunt Together Brings Festive Cheer To The PvP VR Horror Game
Hunt Together, a multiplayer horror game, is getting festive with today's Christmas Update on Quest and PC VR.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

'Shapelab' 3D Modeling App Launches on Quest in Early Access
Leopoly, the studio behind PC VR modeling software Shapelab (2023), has launched a new version built specifically for Quest headsets.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

StrikerVR is Bringing Its VR Haptic Gun to Consumers Soon, Hoping for Broader Developer Support
StrikerVR, the haptic peripheral maker for out-of-home VR, announced it's opened pre-orders for the Mavrik, a new haptic VR gun designed for consumers.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

This Free 'Halo: Combat Evolved' PC Mod Brings VR Support to the OG of Shooters
Halo Combat Evolved (2001) released on the Xbox over two decades ago, but thanks to this mod, you can now play the original PC version in VR, which critically includes motion controller support.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2.2 brings three upgrades that truly make Vision Pro a next-gen computer
The Vision Pro is getting close to a year of life, and Apple's next software update has some big changes in store that could alter usage patterns. Mac Virtual Display, one of the best Vision Pro features, is getting three upgrades in visionOS 2.2 that provide a huge boost to spatial computing.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Well-received Release of 'Trombone Champ' Bodes Well for Port-focused VR Studio
Flat2VR Studios, a recently-formed game studio focused on bringing existing flatscreen games to VR, has released its first game, Trombone Champ: Unflattened!. A positive early reception bodes well for both the studio's ability to deliver and its choice of which games to port in the first place.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Why Quest 3S Isn't Showing On The Steam Hardware Survey Yet
The Steam Hardware Survey data for November is out, but Quest 3S isn't listed in the VR section at all. Here's why.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 30th, 2024

Meta Quest 3S versus Meta Quest 3: What are the differences?
How does the new cheaper model compare to the older, pricier one?
November 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 29th, 2024

New VR Games & Releases December 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PS VR2 & More
From Skydance's Behemoth to Alien: Rogue Incursion, December's another busy month for new VR games.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

VRChat Plans Age Verification For Adult-Only Spaces
VRChat plans to offer age verification to its adult users starting with certain early access groups.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 25th, 2024

'Home Sports' Turns Your Living Room Into a Social Sports Arena This December
Everybody loves a little friendly competition, but it can be tough to get out to the pickleball court or the mini-golf course around the holidays—especially if they're under a few inches (or feet) of snow. That's where Resolution Games and Home Sports come in, bringing social sports into your living room in mixed reality just in time for the holidays and giving you a chance to hit some aces or nail some holes-in-one with as many as three other players.
November 25th, 2024 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Real VR Fishing Reels In A Steam Release Next Month
Five years after its initial launch, Real VR Fishing is heading to Steam next month.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Sniper Elite: Resistance Doubles Down on the Saboteur Sandbox -- Hands-On Preview
Developer Rebellion gives the series' secondary hero a shot at the big time in this new operation set in Nazi-occupied France.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Thieves steal $1.5 million worth of Oculus VR headsets, $900K in Microsoft goods during truck heists
And sold it to someone in Florida for a fraction of the price
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Varjo Launches 'Teleport' Service to Easily Scan Real Places and Bring Them into VR
Varjo, the high-end XR headset creator, today announced the release of a new smartphone-based 3D scanning service for enterprise that promises to let users quickly build photorealistic environments and explore them in both VR and on traditional screens.
November 25th, 2024 — Source or Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — November 23rd, 2024

3 Of The Worst VR Headsets To Buy For Beginners
It was not too long ago that the concept of virtual reality was only possible in the worlds of sci-fi novels, cartoons, and cinematic Hollywood blockbusters. But with the commercial release of the now discontinued Oculus Rift back in 2013, this cutting-edge innovation has significantly altered the way the general public interacts with technology.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source

By Grit Alone Review: Dead In Space And Loving It
By Grit Alone is simultaneously one of the best experiences I've had in a VR horror game, and one of the most in dire need of a final polish pass.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 21st, 2024

15+ Best Simulation Games to Play in 2024: Virtual Recreations
The best simulation games let players get lost in their world. They can accurately simulate real and sometimes unreal events. With a wide range of simulators, players can always find something that aligns with their interests.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

‘Augmented Empire’ Is a Turn-Based Tactical Cyberpunk RPG with Mixed Reality Support, Out Now for Meta Quest
If you feel like Augmented Empire sounds a little familiar, don’t worry: You’re not losing your mind (as far as we know). This game originally released all the way back on the Gear VR over seven years ago, and the fine folks at Coatsink Software knew they had something special on their hands that just needed a new lease on life to find a rejuvenated audience.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Anomaly Is A New VR Extraction Shooter Coming To Quest Next Month
Anomaly, a new extraction shooter from the makers of Swarm, launches on Meta Quest in early December.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

By Grit Alone Wants To Be Dead Space In VR
By Grit Alone aims to be Dead Space in VR, and we interviewed the studio to learn more about the action horror game before today's launch on Quest.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Ember Souls Review: An Uneven Trek
There are few things that VR does better than parkour and sword combat; so it's no surprise that Ember Souls attempts to meld the two into an action-adventure thriller, much as other titles have previously done. Does Ember Souls hit the same mark, though? Read on for our full review.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Gracia's Moving Volumetric Scenes Are Now On Quest 3 & Pico 4 Standalone
Gracia's moving volumetric scenes, dynamic gaussian splats, are now available on Quest 3 and Pico 4 headsets standalone.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Gran Turismo 7 PS5 Pro Patch Enhances Rendering Quality On PS VR2
The latest free Gran Turismo 7 update adds "enhanced rendering quality" for PS VR2 users on PS5 Pro.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Green Hell VR Co-Op Mode Coming December 16 On Quest & PS VR2
The co-op expansion for survival game Green Hell VR launches next month as a free update for Meta Quest and PS VR2 players.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

‘The Thrill of the Fight 2’ Lands a Haymaker with Multiplayer Early Access Launch, Out Now on Meta Quest
Your moment has finally arrived. You’ve jogged alongside cars in the pouring rain; you’ve practiced your uppercuts by punching meat in a meat locker; you’ve even run to the top of a tall staircase. The only thing left to do is to prove yourself in the ring against an opponent who is ready to knock your lights out. That’s where The Thrill of the Fight 2 comes in.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Source or Source or Watch Video

Wall Town Wonders Offers A Charming Miniature Metropolis In Mixed Reality
Wall Town Wonders, Cyborn’s latest offering, transforms your living room into a charming miniature metropolis, and it’s out now on Quest 3.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 18th, 2024

Alien: Rogue Incursion Gets New Story Trailer Before Next Month's Launch
Alien: Rogue Incursion released a new story trailer ahead of next month's launch on PlayStation VR2 and Steam.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Hitman World of Assassination Delayed Until March 2025 On PlayStation VR2
Hitman World of Assassination has been delayed until next year on PlayStation VR2.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

How to Use Window Tiling in MacOS Sequoia
Window Tiling on the Mac has gotten much better since MacOS Sequoia, and it’s now easier than ever to arrange and tile windows on your screen.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Ico Inspired Puzzle Adventure Mare Reaches PS VR2 Today
Ico-inspired VR puzzle adventure Mare surprise launched today on PS VR2.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta Opens Project Aria to Researchers Tackling All-day AR Challenges
Project Aria is a pair of sensor-packed glasses which Meta has been using internally to train its augmented reality perception systems. Now, Meta revealed it’s released Project Aria to a number of third-party research teams aiming to tackle some of the most complex challenges in creating practical, all-day AR glasses of the future.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta Orion AR glasses: 4 futuristic features they're getting with Project Aria update
Researchers have done some cool things with Meta's AR glasses.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Researchers have done some cool things with Meta's AR glasses.
An Alien: Rogue Incursion trailer has it looking like a worthy horror-first follow-up to Alien: Isolation, bringing all the scares the franchise is known for with the added immersion of VR.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Songbird Is A VR Karaoke Game From Former Guitar Hero Devs
Songbird, the upcoming VR karaoke game, confirmed a December launch on Quest.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

The Meta Quest 3S Arrives Just in Time for the Holidays
For all you tech needs, check out EE.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Trombone Champ: Unflattened To Launch Next Week On Quest, Steam & PS VR2
Trombone Champ: Unflattened is confirmed to launch this November on Meta Quest, PC VR, and PS VR2.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 17th, 2024

Reimagine Work From Home With A Rolling Desk & Shoulder Bag For Vision Pro Or Quest
The Quest 3S, 3, and Apple Vision Pro all open up completely new personal computing possibilities for the people wearing them.
November 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 16th, 2024

Samsung To Release Its Own Version Of AR Glasses In Q3 2025, Research Firm Suggests New Device Will Sport A Qualcomm SoC And Will Only Weigh 50 Grams
A Chinese research firm estimates that Samsung will introduce its first AR glasses in the third quarter of 2025, while also providing some specifications of the upcoming device. Apparently, it will be equipped with a Qualcomm chipset, and will sport a weight of just 50 grams. However, there are a multitude of questions that remain unanswered, but let us talk about the potential hardware arriving in the distant future.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

XR News Round-Up: Trivia Crack World, Airspace Defender, Silent Hill 2 VR Mod & More
It's time for the latest edition of XR News Round-Up, bringing you quick updates on the biggest news stories we initially missed.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 15th, 2024

A UK consumer watchdog sues Apple for $3.75 billion over iCloud rules
Among the Big Tech firms, Apple has come under the most scrutiny in Europe over its so-called monopolistic policies. Most allegations against Apple are brought up by the European Commission, resulting in significant changes to App Store policies. However, this time, a UK consumer watchdog has Apple under its radar over forcing users to stick with the iCloud and curbing competition.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro needs something bigger than a software update
It's going to take a lot more than this to turn spatial computing into a major platform.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Final Cut Pro 11 Finally Unlocks Spatial Video Editing, But Lacks Vision Pro Preview
Apple has released Final Cut Pro 11, which finally lets you edit spatial videos captured with Vision Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro or later.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases The Weeknd's Immersive Music Video Exclusively for Vision Pro
Apple has released a new immersive music video from The Weeknd featuring his latest single 'Open Hearts', which is available exclusively on Vision Pro for a limited time.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Launches in Two More Countries
Apple Vision Pro launched in stores and began arriving to customers today in South Korea and the United Arab Emirates. In addition, customers can now schedule a free 30-minute appointment to demo the headset at Apple Store locations in both countries.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro weekend viewing: 'currents' on Vimeo
Vimeo recently launched its visionOS app that Apple announced during WWDC 2024. As part of bringing Vimeo to the Apple Vision Pro, filmmaker Jake Oleson has published a short film dubbed 'currents'. If you can get your hands on an Apple Vision Pro, give the spatial short film a watch.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quietly Rolls Out 'Horizon Worlds' Premium Digital Currency in US, UK and Canada
Meta has added an important puzzle piece to Horizon Worlds, as the company has quietly rolled out its premium digital currency on the social VR platform in the US, UK, and Canada.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Monke Blocks Returns to 'Gorilla Tag' Today with New Blocks and a Save Ability
Last summer, Another Axiom introduced Monke Blocks to Gorilla Tag, adding a creative building mode to the freeform multiplayer playground. The mode proved very popular with the Monke community, and Another Axiom has brought back Monke Blocks bigger and better with a major update today.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Tommy Palm On Mobile, MR, & the Magic of Multiplayer
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs, and we're celebrating some of the developers who've made the last decade of magic possible. First, we interviewed Jesse Schell, a noted game designer, author, and CEO of Schell Games.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 12th, 2024

Apple Seeds Second Beta of visionOS 2.2 to Developers With Ultrawide Mac Virtual Display
Apple today seeded the second beta of an upcoming visionOS 2.2 update to developers for testing purposes, with the beta coming a little over a week after the first visionOS 2.2 beta.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple releases visionOS 2.2 beta 2 with new Mac Virtual Display features
visionOS 2.2 beta 2 is rolling out now for developers. Apple's forthcoming software update brings a big upgrade to Vision Pro's Mac Virtual Display feature, which is available now for beta testers.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Beat Saber Drops The Monstercat Mixtape 2 Today
The Monstercat Mixtape 2 adds 12 new paid tracks to Beat Saber, and it's out today on all platforms.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

bHaptics Reveals Revamped Lineup of Haptic Accessories for VR, Pre-orders Now Live
bHaptics, the South Korea-based VR haptics creator, announced it's launching a refreshed lineup of its most popular haptics hardware, which are said to support over 270 titles across Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR headsets.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Channel 4 in the UK now has a dedicated app for Apple Vision Pro
There's also an environment based on the hit show Taskmaster.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Channel 4 launches Vision Pro streaming app with a Taskmaster environment
Vision Pro users in the UK have a new TV streaming app starting today. Channel 4 is launching a dedicated Vision Pro app, the first UK broadcasters to do so.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Domination or Deletion: Sword Fighting Roguelike 'Clone Drone in the Hyperdome' Is Coming to Meta Quest December 12
In sports, a concussion or a torn ligament can mean the end of a career. But that's human sports. In the robot gladiator sport of Clone Drone in the Hyperdome, full of deadly sword fights against killer mechanical adversaries, getting a metal arm sliced off may just be a minor setback on the way to victory. Clone Drome in the Hyperdome is coming to Meta Quest December 12, and you can pre-order now to save 10% off the purchase price.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Gadgeteer Creates Absurd Mixed Reality Contraptions Today On Quest 3
Gadgeteer, the physics-based puzzle game where you create Rube Goldberg machines, gets mixed reality support today on Quest 3.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Meta Partners With Universities for Quest Headset Education Program
Meta has announced the Meta for Education beta program. The new initiative is aimed at transforming learning experiences through immersive virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) applications on Quest headsets.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Update is a Natural Fit for Rube Goldberg Game 'Gadgeteer', Now Available on Quest 3
Virtual reality's most compelling Rube Goldberg sandbox Gadgeteer (2019) just got an update on Quest 3 and Quest 3S which finally brings mixed reality gameplay into the fold.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

VRIDER SBK Takes Superbike Racing To Steam & PS VR2 Next Year
VRIDER SBK, an official VR racing game based on the Superbike World Championship, will launch next year on Steam and PS VR2.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Ziggy's Cosmic Adventures Celebrates Anniversary With Quest 3 Upgrade
Ziggy's Cosmic Adventures, a VR spaceship management game, adds improved visuals today on Quest 3 and 3S.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 10th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro 2 may hit the market between fall of 2025 and spring of 2026
After the launch of its first mixed reality headset, the Vision Pro, for a staggering $3,500 price tag in February this year, rumors began circulating that Apple was working on a cheaper Vision Pro headset. However, it appears that despite falling sales and limited developers' interest in creating apps for VisionOS, Apple has reportedly delayed the launch of cheaper Vision Pro headset beyond 2027.
November 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 9th, 2024

Firmament 2.0 Update Adds Ray-Traced Reflections As PS VR2 Version Gets Delayed
Firmament version 2.0 introduces ray-traced reflections, and the VR puzzle adventure will reach PS VR2 next year.
November 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Truth About Apple's Vision Pro: Is It Worth Your Money?
Vision Pro, Apple's new mixed reality headset, represents a significant leap in immersive technology. This device offers a unique blend of augmented and virtual reality experiences, promising to transform how we interact with digital content.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

XR News Round-Up: Pistol Whip, EXOCars, Crowbar Climber And More
Welcome to our new weekly format, where we're catching up on the biggest VR and XR news stories we initially missed.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 8th, 2024

Belkin unveils all-new accessories for Apple Vision Pro
Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for 40 years, today introduced two new additions to its Apple Vision Pro accessories ecosystem — providing users with new ways to experience the revolutionary device. Belkin's Apple Vision Pro accessories include the Battery Holder released earlier this year, and today the collection adds Travel Bag and Head Strap. The portfolio is available to order today at belkin.com, apple.com and select Apple Store locations worldwide.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

HTC Vive Focus Vision review: A premium VR headset with average performance
I expect a lot more from a $999 headset today.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

MacBook Pro versus MacBook Air: How to decide which Apple laptop is best for you
Are you considering a new MacBook, but are unsure about all the differences between the Pro and Air models? Here's how to determine which device is the best fit for you.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Maureen Fan On Medium-Agnostic IP, the Magic of XR Interaction, & Making You Matter
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs, and we're celebrating some of the developers who've made the last decade of magic possible. First, we interviewed Jesse Schell, a noted game designer, author, and CEO of Schell Games. Last week, we caught up with Polyarc CEO & Co-Founder Tam Armstrong. Today, we're sitting down with Baobab Studios Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Fan.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Building Arrives As Wall Town Wonders Confirms Quest Release Date
Wall Town Wonders, the mixed reality town builder, confirmed a release date as the Quest 3 exclusive launches on November 21.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

MR Puzzle Game Squingle Receives Brand New Version Next Week
Squingle, the mixed reality arcade puzzle game, will receive a brand new edition next week.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Samsung AR headset patent indicates design, purpose, and use cases
Samsung has filed a new patent for what appears to be an Augmented Reality (AR) headset. The Samsung AR headset patent hints at the design, purpose, and even use cases of the wearable device.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Skydance's Behemoth: Bossfight Surprise Launches On Fortnite Creative
Before next month's launch on Quest and PS VR2, Skydance Games released a Behemoth island on Fortnite Creative.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Underworld Overseer Review: It's Good To Be The Dark Lord
Underworld Overseer from Myron Games wears its inspiration on its sleeve, but is this tribute to the Dungeon Keeper games of old worth your time?
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Zombie Army VR Delayed To 2025 On All Platforms
Zombie Army VR has been delayed until next year.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 7th, 2024

Apple Consolidating Vision Pro Demo Areas in Stores Amid Rumors of Slowing Sales and Reduced Production
Apple is planning to consolidate the retail space dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro headset in some of its store locations, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said today.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Award-Winning App 'djay' Hits the Meta Horizon Store
The award-winning app djay has racked up over 70 million downloads across desktop, mobile, and Apple Vision Pro headsets. And now, the dev team at Algoriddim is launching a newly reimagined version for Meta Quest to get even more people into the mix.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Brave the Dangers of the Post-Apocalypse in 'Metro Awakening,' Out Now on Meta Quest
Are you ready to face the dangers of the post-apocalyptic Moscow metro system? In Metro Awakening, the year is 2028 and the survivors of nuclear Armageddon cling to existence in underground subway systems buried by the chaos of conflict.
November 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

djay Brings The Spatial DJ Experience To Meta Quest Today
djay integrates Apple Music and other music libraries for a spatial DJ experience, and it's out now on Quest.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Djay Mixed Reality DJ App Makes the Leap from Vision Pro to Meta Quest
Algoriddim has released the mixed reality version of its extra-popular Djay app for Meta Quest headsets — you no longer need Apple's Vision Pro to see what you're missing.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

DJI Goggles N3 Review: Budget-Friendly FPV Headset For Drones That Doesn't Cut Corners
Few companies iterate upon their own products as frequently as DJI, and while this relentless pace of innovation delivers impressive upgrades time and time again, it can nonetheless grow a bit confusing for their customers. With the DJI Goggles N3, a lot of people will be wondering how they differ from all the other first person view (FPV) goggles which DJI sells, and if this might be the one from them.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

How to Cast Meta Quest 3/3S to Your TV (Easy Steps)
Casting your Meta Quest 3/3S VR headset to a TV is an excellent way to elevate your gaming experience and share the excitement with others. By displaying the action on a larger screen, you can create a more immersive and engaging atmosphere for both the player and spectators.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

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HTC Vive Focus Vision Review: A Solid VR Headset With A Considerable Price Tag
When done correctly, a virtual reality headset (VR) can immerse you in a game far more than a traditional gaming experience could ever imagine. Making the VR experience enjoyable requires a delicate balance of comfort, ease of use, and capabilities that are far harder to get right than it might seem.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Life Finds A Way In Mixed Reality Wildlife Sanctuary Living Room
If you've ever wanted pets but your landlord doesn't allow them, the mixed reality eco-sanctuary Living Room might be for you.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Meta Reportedly Slashes Funding for Third-party VR Games Amid Greater Push for Lifestyle Content
Meta may be rethinking its approach to third-party app funding, as the company has reportedly cut funds to some outside VR game developers whilst reshifting its focus to non-gaming apps.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

'Metro Awakening' Review -- Atmospheric, Claustrophobic, and Eventually Monotonic
Metro Awakening brings the post-apocalyptic tunnel-dwelling franchise to VR for the first time, but is it a good fit? Read on to find out in our full review.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban + Retail: Meta Lab Opens Its Doors November 8 in Los Angeles
At Connect 2024, we introduced Meta Lab, our newest experiential retail space—and our first dedicated to Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Attendees got a sneak peek through a pop-up store on our campus in Menlo Park, and on November 8, we're opening a temporary brick-and-mortar store in Los Angeles to the public.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Smash Drums Unveils New Music Pack Celebrating Metal Legends
Smash Drums is calling all metalheads with the Metal Legends music pack, available now for Quest players.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Step (Carefully) Inside the Dumb Ways to Die Universe on Meta Quest Now
Two months ago, PlaySide Studios announced that it was bringing the beloved-if-slightly-unhinged Dumb Ways to Die franchise into fully immersive VR. And now, the wait is over as those lovable accident-prone Beans have burst onto Meta Quest with the launch of Dumb Ways: Free For All on the Meta Horizon Store.
November 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — November 5th, 2024

Apple Releases Long-awaited Panoramic Display Feature on Vision Pro in 2.2 Beta
Apple has released initial access to the long-promised panoramic display feature for Vision Pro's Mac Virtual Display, which now brings three virtual screen sizes via its visionOS 2.2 beta release.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Considers Making Smart Glasses by Asking Staff for Feedback
Apple is reportedly considering entering the smart glasses market and has started internal surveys of employees' thoughts on the wearables, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple might be working on AR smart glasses to compete with Meta
For a while now, Meta has been one of the dominant companies in the smart glasses category. The appeal of their glasses may be due to their low-profile design, which makes them less conspicuous than previous smart glasses like the Google Glass.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Seems To Be Exploring Releasing Smart Glasses In 2027
Apple seems to be exploring making smart glasses, and reportedly could ship a product in 2027.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple's 'Atlas': What is it and what does it mean for Vision Pro?
Apple is getting serious about smart glasses.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Human Within Promises Reality-Bending Stories On Quest & PC VR Soon
Your choices matter as you interact with a unique world in Human Within, a game made with a combination of 2D cutscenes, 3D gameplay, and more.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Interactive VR Film 'Human Within' Brings 'Black Mirror: Bandersnatch' Style User Choice to Quest in January
Human Within is a sci-fi interactive VR film coming to Quest in January that explores how AI affects humanity. Departing from standard VR films, which are usually pretty 'one-and-done', the upcoming interactive experience promises to give you the choice in how the story progresses and ends.
November 5th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

LIV Can Now Capture Standalone On Quest, And Gorilla Tag Will Support It
LIV now has a Unity SDK that, if implemented, lets players and creators capture third-person footage of VR standalone on Quest.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Metro Awakening Review: A Mesmerizing Tale of Survival in Moscow's Dark Underworld
Metro Awakening from Vertigo Games transports players into the haunting, radiation-soaked underbelly of post-apocalyptic Moscow where every step could be your last, but is this a journey worth taking?
November 5th, 2024 — Source or Source

Phasmophobia Devs Have No Plans For Quest 3 Port Yet
The Phasmophobia developer has no plans for a Quest 3 version of the game, despite its recent launch on PS VR2.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 3rd, 2024

Analyst Claims Affordable Apple Vision Pro Production Timeline Has Been Delayed Beyond 2027, Immediate Successor To Arrive In 2025 With Major SoC Upgrade
As production of the first-generation Apple Vision Pro is set to end by the end of the year, it hints that the company will pool its resources towards an affordable mixed-reality headset, which has been reported to launch sometime in 2025.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Apple is 'seriously considering' Vision device that offloads compute to your iPhone
According to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, Apple is 'seriously considering' developing a cheaper Apple Vision device that offloads all of the computing power to your iPhone, essentially developing a headset with primarily displays and battery.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Owners Can Soon Purchase A Belkin Head Strap For Their Mixed-Reality Headset For $49.95 And Pair It To The Solo Knit Band
A small number of Apple Vision Pro users who drive the $3,499 head-mounted wearable would likely be complaining of fatigue, and that is because the device ships with just a Solo Knit Band. Since there is nothing at the top, the headset's extra weight might make it cumbersome to use after prolonged sessions, but that will not be a problem for much longer because a Belkin Head Strap will soon be available to purchase for a relatively affordable $49.95.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Apple Will Sell A Top Strap For Vision Pro Solo Knit Band From Belkin
Apple's online store now lists a side-to-side top strap for Vision Pro's Solo Knit Band, made by Belkin.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Cheaper 'Apple Vision' headset delayed beyond 2027
According to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has delayed its plans to release a more affordable Apple Vision headset in 2025. It'll take a couple extra years now.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro With M5 Chip Rumored for 2025, Apple Also 'Considering' iPhone-Connected Glasses
Apple plans to release an updated Vision Pro headset with its as-yet-unannounced M5 chip in 2025, according to Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The current Vision Pro is equipped with the M2 chip, which debuted in 2022.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 2nd, 2024

ICYMI This Week: Asgard's Wrath 2, Strike Rush, Doom 3 & More
We're back with another weekly VR news round-up, featuring the biggest XR stories and more.
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 1st, 2024

Bridge Constructor Studio Brings The Chaotic Puzzle Game To Quest This December
Bridge Constructor Studio is a new entry in the unique and popular puzzle series, bringing VR and mixed reality shenanigans to Quest this December.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Mannequin Adds Deathmatch Mode To The Hide-And-Seek VR FPS
Mannequin, the hide-and-seek VR multiplayer game, added a Deathmatch Mode in its latest update.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest v71 Update: A New Look for Horizon OS, Train Travel, A Calendar App, and More
At Meta Connect in September, we mentioned how many features we’ve added to Meta Quest 3 post-launch: Travel Mode, improved contrast and color on Passthrough, more (and better) 2D app support, plus the ability to rearrange those 2D apps as needed and multitask in mixed reality.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Tam Armstrong On the Nuances of XR & the Pillars of Immersive Gaming
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs, and we’re celebrating some of the developers who’ve made the last decade of magic possible. Last week, we interviewed Jesse Schell, a noted game designer, author, and CEO of Schell Games. Today, we’re catching up with Polyarc CEO & Co-Founder Tam Armstrong.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

The New Magic Mouse And Magic Keyboard Do Not Work Properly With Older Versions Of macOS
While the week has been about Mac announcements and all the updates and exciting features added to the devices, some issues have taken the attention away by causing users to experience hiccups. Apple's latest USB-C peripherals for the Mac rely on software updates and newly developed drivers introduced in the macOS Sequoia 15.1 to work correctly. As a result, they are not compatible with earlier macOS versions.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 30th, 2024

Dino Hab Teaches About Dinosaur Ecosystems On Quest 3 & 3S
Ecosystem simulation game Dino Hab is coming soon for Quest 3 and 3S with players raising dinosaurs from eggs to fully grown behemoths.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S vs. Meta Quest 3: What are the differences?
How does the new cheaper model compare to the older, pricier one?
October 30th, 2024 — Source

‘MYST’ Update Brings Stability & Performance Boost to PC VR Version, Quest Patch Coming “soon”
Cyan Worlds has released its big 2.0 update to MYST (2020), the VR-supported remake of the classic ’90s point-and-click adventure game, which includes performance boosts and improvements to stability for PC VR users.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

New ‘Skydance’s Behemoth’ Trailer Shows Off New Boss, Gameplay & More Ahead of December Release
Skydance’s Behemoth is coming to all major VR headsets in December, and developer Skydance Games has entered full hype mode with the release of its latest trailer, which shows off a new Behemoth and a good slice of fresh gameplay.
October 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New VR Games & Releases November 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PS VR2 & More
From Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 to Metro Awakening, November's another busy month for new VR games. Here are our monthly upcoming highlights.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Songbird Is A VR Karaoke Game From Former Guitar Hero Devs
Songbird is a new VR karaoke game that's out next month on Quest.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

The Best VR Horror Games on Quest, PSVR 2 and PC VR to Play This Halloween
The spooky season is upon us, and there’s no better time to rattle ‘dem bones in VR. Here we take a look at some of the best VR horror (and horror-adjacent) games across Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Wolvic Chromium 1.1 Adds WebXR AR To The Open-Source XR Browse
Wolvic Chromium 1.1 adds WebXR AR support to the open-source standalone XR browser, after 1.0 added eye tracked navigation.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 28th, 2024

Apple releases visionOS 2.1 for Apple Vision Pro

Alongside iOS 18.1, Apple has also released visionOS 2.1 for Apple Vision Pro users today.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

Human Fall Flat VR Reveals First Gameplay Trailer Before This Week's Launch

Human Fall Flat VR revealed new gameplay footage before this week's launch.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S review: the way to go for mainstream MR

Around 10 days ago I received my Meta Quest 3S and now I'm ready to write a review about it and explain to you why this is the mixed reality headset average consumers should buy.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

New VR Halloween Games & Updates To Play On Quest, Steam & More

Looking to play some VR games this Halloween? Here's what we'd recommend.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

Rhythm Tooter 'Trombone Champ' Coming to Quest in November, Trailer Here

Trombone Champ: Unflattened, the VR-ified version of the 2022 indie rhythm game, is coming to Quest on November 26th.
October 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Skydance's Behemoth Trailer Promises Dark Fantasy and Visceral VR Combat

Fantasy fans won't have long to wait before Behemoth's December release, and VR players looking for a new adventure with dynamic combat will soon have a new option on the table.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 25th, 2024

Jesse Schell On the History of VR, the Rise of MR, & the Potential of Digital Worlds

ICYMI, this year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs. We originally marked the occasion in April with a blog post covering some of the highlights from the past decade. The momentum continued with this week’s launch of Meta Quest 3S—the easiest way to jump into mixed reality. And today, we’re continuing the celebration with a new five-week series that shines a spotlight on the developers who make the magic possible.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Hyperscape Photorealistic Scenes Demo Now Available Outside The US

Horizon Hyperscape Demo was launched at Meta Connect last month as a US-only demonstration of six fully volumetric scenes on Quest 3, meaning you can move around them with positional tracking.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

MiRacle Pool Gets Snooker In First Major Update

A few months after launching, MiRacle Pool got a fresh update bringing snooker to the mixed reality sports game.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

New App Enables Real-Time, Full-Body Motion Capture Using Just a Smartphone

Engineers at Northwestern University have developed a breakthrough system for real-time, full-body motion capture that doesn’t require specialized rooms, expensive equipment, or a complex array of sensors. Called MobilePoser, this system makes motion capture accessible through standard mobile devices—smartphones, smartwatches, and even wireless earbuds.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

PrismXR Made An Elegant Charging Dock For Apple Vision Pro

PrismXR now sells a charging dock for Apple Vision Pro.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Owners Hopeful Apple Event Will Bring News of Unreleased Panoramic Display Feature

Vision Pro Owners Hopeful Apple Event Will Bring News of Unreleased Panoramic Display Feature
October 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 22nd, 2024

Apple Vision Pro Is Not a Product For The Masses, Says CEO Tim Cook, Pretty Much Admitting That The Headset's $3,499 Is Too Steep For Most Buyers

At $3,499 for just the base model that ships with 256GB of non-expandable storage, the Apple Vision Pro was always going to be a tough sell for the majority of buyers, and the statistics prove that. The mixed-reality headset had failed to cross 100,000 shipments in the U.S. when the estimates were revealed in July, and even now, it does not look like customers are willing to take this massive financial undertaking. The lackluster sales were talked about with Apple CEO Tim Cook, who admits that the head-mounted wearable is not a product for the masses.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Dangers of the metaverse and VR for US youth revealed in new research

Study explores risks and harm by experiences, gender, and prevention and response measures
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Does This Meta Focus Group Listing Suggest Quest 4 Will Have Face & Eye Tracking?

A request for focus group testers for a new Meta device might reveal Quest 4 features.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Escape Simulator VR Gets Free Talos Principle DLC Today On Steam & Quest

Escape Simulator VR launched a free DLC based on The Talos Principle, and it's out now on Quest and Steam.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded Patch Claims Stability & Visual Improvements

A new update for Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded is now live with promised stability and visual improvements.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

How long does the Meta Quest 3S battery life last?

The Meta Quest 3S battery life isn't as short-lived as the Quest 3's, but you may still want an Elite Strap with Battery.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Explains Why It Sees Wide Field-of-View Headsets as a 'bad tradeoff'

Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth revealed last week a mysterious wide field-of-view (FOV) headset prototyped in the Redmond, Washington-based Reality Labs offices. Bosworth now reveals the research prototype had something close to a 210-degree FOV, however wide FOV displays are a critical tradeoff the company isn't ready to make.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta is testing facial recognition to fight celebrity scams

The Instagram and Facebook owner also wants to aid account recovery.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

The Army wants Microsoft to "substantially" lower the price of its $80,000 HoloLens-based goggles

Only half of that cost comes from the unit itself
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.10.22): Quest 3S has been launched, Ray-Ban Meta shows consumer appeal, and more!

What a great week for XR with the release of the Quest 3S! I have already started playing with this little toy, and I will write my impressions very soon on this blog (probably Friday or Monday). Tonight, I also can't wait to play a bit of Batman as soon as it becomes available! What about you? Are you going to play it, too?
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Top NFL QB Credits VR Training as a Big Part of His Success, Calling It a "flight simulator" for Football

The Washington Commanders' offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is all-in on VR training, something the team's star quarterback Jayden Daniels credits for accelerating his development, the New York Times reports.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 20th, 2024

Bigscreen Says Beyond Is Now Shipping Within One Day Of Ordering
It's a remarkable feat because each Beyond is custom-made to the buyer, assembled in the US with its lenses fixed to match the distance between their eyes and a face pad molded to the shape of their face, based on the iPhone 3D face scan they provide when ordering.
October 20th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Are The Top Selling Product In Many Ray-Ban Stores
Ray-Ban Meta glasses are the top selling product in 60% of Ray-Ban stores in EMEA.
October 20th, 2024 — Source

Rhythmscapes Promises Drumming Meditation With Only Your Hands
VR rhythm games have the potential to be soothing and meditative when done correctly, and that's exactly what Rhythmscapes seeks to achieve.
October 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 18th, 2024

Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of visionOS 2.1
Apple today seeded the sixth beta of an upcoming visionOS 2.1 update to developers for testing purposes. The sixth beta comes just days after Apple released the fifth beta.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

'Arizona Sunshine Remake' Releases on Quest, PSVR 2 and PC VR, Boasting Visual & Mechanical Overhaul
Vertigo Games released its remake of Arizona Sunshine (2016), the co-op zombie-killing adventure that started it all, boasting overhauled visuals and a new gore system pioneered in Arizona Sunshine 2 (2023).
October 18th, 2024 — Source

How to adjust Meta Quest 3S lenses to get the clearest view
Three presets to rule them all, and one neat trick for those of us in the middle.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

One of PC's Best Co-op Horror Games is Coming to PSVR 2 Just in Time for Halloween
Phasmophobia(2020) is one of the scariest PC VR-supported games, and now developers Kinetic Games announced a release date for PSVR 2.
October 18th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Undead Citadel Review: Hack & Slash Adventuring Comes To Quest
Undead Citadel is an undead hack-and-slash game first released on PC VR in 2023, and it's now available on Quest. Read on for our full review.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 16th, 2024

Maestro Review: Hitting A High Note With Hand Tracking On Quest
Maestro ambitiously redefines VR rhythm gaming by placing you in the role of a conductor focused on actual orchestra management techniques.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta CTO Confirms Mixed Reality Glasses Project, AI Earbuds with Cameras & Cancellation of High-End Quest
In an interview with The Verge, Meta CTO and Reality Labs chief Andrew Bosworth confirmed a number of projects previously subject to speculation, detailed the company’s strategic shift toward AI, and confirmed plans to deepen its partnership with Ray-Ban parent EssilorLuxottica.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S: Is It Worth It?
The Meta Quest 3S is a virtual reality headset designed to provide an immersive VR experience at a more affordable price point compared to its higher-end counterpart, the Quest 3. With a price tag of £290/$300, the Quest 3S is approximately 40% cheaper than the Quest 3, making it an attractive option for those who are new to VR or working with a tighter budget.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Go Narrative Strategy Game Augmented Empire Returns Next Month On Quest
Augmented Empire revives the Oculus Go narrative strategy game next month with mixed reality support on Quest, and we went hands-on.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3S Is The Top Selling Device In Amazon's Video Games Category
Quest 3S is currently the top selling device in the Video Games category of Amazon US, and Quest 3 is third.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Surgeons at UCSD Find Apple Vision Pro Promising for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Surgeons at the University of California, San Diego have been testing the Apple Vision Pro for surgeries, and have performed more than 20 minimally invasive operations while wearing the headsets. Surgeon and director of the Center for Future Surgery at UCSD, Santiago Horgan, recently spoke with Time to provide some commentary on the Vision Pro's performance.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro looks like a game changer in the operating room
Despite suffering modest sales with consumers, Apple’s Vision Pro mixed-reality headset seems to be finding an unexpected but promising application in the medical field, particularly in surgery, according to a new report Tuesday.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 13th, 2024

Affordable Apple Vision Pro To Reportedly See A Major Price Difference Compared To The $3,499 Model, But Could Ship With An A-Series SoC, Plastic Build & More

October 13th, 2024 — Source

The Non-Pro Apple Vision Headset Will Reportedly Be "About $2000"The first non-Pro Apple Vision headset could arrive next year at around $2000, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.

October 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 12th, 2024

Laser Dance Delayed To 2025, Citing Evolving Meta APIs & Scene Drift Issues
If you're unfamiliar with it, Laser Dance is an upcoming Quest 3 & 3S mixed reality game from the developer of Cubism, Thomas Van Bouwel. The game has you dodge lasers in your home to reach and press buttons on your walls, and was originally set to launch late this year, shortly after Quest 3S.
October 12th, 2024 — Source

Shiftall Announces Yet Another MeganeX Headset After Not Shipping The First Two
Shiftall opened preorders for a new MeganeX PC VR headset, after failing to ship the previous two MeganeX PC VR headsets it announced.
October 12th, 2024 — Source

Why Vision Pro is great for writing
After eight months of using my Apple Vision Pro, I've found it immensely useful for my writing work. I try to spend as much time writing with my Vision Pro as possible.
October 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 11th, 2024

12 Amazing Must-Try Mixed Reality Experiences for Meta Quest
Why settle for one TV when you can have multiple screens for multitasking? Mixed reality lets you blend the physical and digital worlds, unlocking new possibilities. Kick back on the couch and stream your evening entertainment on a massive virtual screen with Peacock, Prime Video, and Netflix in Browser.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Apple Opens Its Largest Research Lab Outside the US in China
Apple opened its new testing and development lab in Shenzhen, China, spanning 215,000 square feet.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Fitness Service 'Alo Moves' Launches Immersive Mind-body Classes on Quest
Magnopus, the veteran XR studio behind Mission: ISS (2017), launched Alo Moves XR, a new mixed reality fitness app for Quest that uses volumetric 3D captures to deliver classes from top fitness gurus in yoga, Pilates, and mindfulness.
October 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Haunted Headsets: Spooky and Supernatural VR Games for October and Beyond
October isn't merely a time of year. It's a state of mind. Black cats, full moons, and the color orange don't mysteriously vanish on November 1, so why should your love for the supernatural?
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Here's What Apple Wants to Know From Vision Pro Users
Apple has launched a survey campaign for early adopters of its Vision Pro. The tech giant is seeking detailed feedback on various aspects of the device, perhaps, to understand user experiences and preferences.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Into Black Hands-On: Find Gold In This Thrilling VR Sci-Fi Adventure
Embark on a quirky adventure across Outer Space that boasts a satisfying gameplay loop promising to keep you up for hours.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Living Room Will Turn Your Home Into A Mixed Reality Animal Sanctuary
Living Room is a new app coming to Quest 3 that aims to bring an entire wildlife sanctuary into your home, letting you look after and manage it as you want.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

New Logitech MX Ink Stylus for the Meta Quest VR Headsets
The Logitech MX Ink Stylus introduces a novel approach to interacting with virtual environments when paired with the Meta Quest VR headset. This innovative tool serves as an additional controller, aiming to enrich your VR experience by providing a more intuitive and natural way to engage with specific applications. However, it's important to note that the stylus's effectiveness largely depends on whether the app is optimized for stylus use.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

New VR Fighting Game From 'Synth Riders' Studio Gets Steam Next Fest Demo Next Week
Kluge Interactive, the studio behind hit VR rhythm game Synth Riders (2019), announced its upcoming VR fighting game, FINAL FURY, will be featured at Steam Next Fest on October 14th, which of course means a playable demo.
October 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Quest 3S versus Quest 3: The No-nonsense Recommendation
So you're interested in buying one of Meta's standalone VR headsets. But Quest 3S and Quest 3 look very similar, so which one should you buy? Read on for our no-nonsense recommendation.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Quest v71 Seems Set To Bring Passthrough Cutout For Any Keyboard The Headset Sees
The PTC build of Quest v71 includes a passthrough cutout for any keyboard the headset sees while you're in your virtual home.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Revamped Meta App Reintroduces Quest Users to Some of the Best Immersive Art Out There
Meta has revived its VR Animation Player (2019) with the new release of Theater Elsewhere, a fresh iteration of the free animation player app that allows users to experience immersive, hand-painted worlds created with in VR art app Quill by Smoothstep (2021).
October 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Shiftall Announces Yet Another MeganeX Headset After Not Shipping The First Two
Shiftall opened preorders for a new MeganeX PC VR headset, after failing to ship the previous two MeganeX PC VR headsets it announced.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Shiftall Opens Pre-orders for 'MeganeX superlight' Ultra High-Resolution OLED PC VR Headset
Shiftall has launched pre-orders for its newly unveiled MeganeX superlight 8K, a slim and light, high-resolution OLED PC VR headset tracked by SteamVR base stations.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 10th, 2024

'Alo Moves XR' Brings Pilates, Yoga, and Meditation to Life on Meta Quest
Whether you want to engage your core with yoga, calm yourself through meditation, or strengthen your mind-body connection with Pilates, Alo Moves is ready to welcome you into your wellness era. The movement and mindfulness brand has taken the home fitness world by storm with its award-winning on-demand classes, and now it's kicking things up a notch with the launch of Alo Moves XR on the Meta Quest Platform.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: You may never meet The Weeknd, but this new experience brings you close
The headset continues to merge the boundaries between reality and immersive visual art.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Escape Simulator VR Arrives On Meta Quest Today
After a successful launch as a free PC VR update on Steam, Escape Simulator VR is now available on Meta Quest headsets.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

FRENZIES' Quest Preview -- Another Very Promising VR Arena Shooter Testing the Waters
FRENZIES is a new arena shooter from VR veteran studio nDreams that's launching into early access for free today, bringing a ton of visual flair along with an ample list of game modes fans of the genre know and love.
October 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Metamorphosis' Brings Kafka-Inspired Insect Adventure to Meta Quest TodayOne morning, Gregor Samsa awoke to find himself transformed into a giant insect. Maybe you've read Franz Kafka's Metamorphosis before—but have you lived it?

October 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Metamorphosis VR Is A Kafkaesque Narrative Adventure On Quest
Metamorphosis VR is a narrative adventure platformer inspired by Franz Kafka's novel on Quest.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Fitness App Alo Moves XR Arrives Today On Quest 3
Alo Moves XR, a mixed reality fitness app with photorealistic virtual 3D instructors, is now available on Quest 3 and Quest 3S.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality FPS Spatial Ops Arrives This November On Quest & Pico
Spatial Ops, the upcoming mixed reality FPS from Demeo's studio, locks in a release date next month on Quest and Pico.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

'New Folder Games' Released Nine Titles in One Year to Find Its Viral Quest Hit, 'I Am Cat'
The unassuming early access Quest game I Am Cat has taken off in a matter of months, spreading virally through social media with videos of its feline antics. We reached out to the developer New Folder Games to learn more about its recipe for success.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

New PvP Shooter 'Frenzies' Is Out in Early Access for Free on Meta Quest Today, Play Better with These Tips from the Developers
New PvP Shooter 'Frenzies' Is Out in Early Access for Free on Meta Quest Today, Play Better with These Tips from the Developers
October 10th, 2024 — Source

One of my favorite childhood games is being reborn on Meta Quest
Underworld Overseer is the Dungeon Keeper spiritual sequel I've been waiting for.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire Scares Up A Steam Release Today
Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire, the debut VR horror game from the I Expect You To Die studio, is now available on Steam.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Submerged Review: First Scripted Apple Immersive Video Sends Chills From Vision Pro
Cinephiles scratching their heads at Megalopolis and the limits of the Hollywood machine for making movies in the 21st century should find an Apple Vision Pro and sit for a showing of Submerged.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

The House of Da Vinci VR Hands-On: A Head-Scratching Renaissance Puzzler
Step inside the mind of a genius in Blue Brain Games' 16th-century VR puzzler.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Walkabout Mini Golf For iPhone Is $5 With Full VR Cross-Play, Available Now
You can buy the game from today, October 10, 2024, on the Apple App Store with full single-player across the classic eight courses in the main game as well as cross-play to almost any VR headset outside China.
October 10th, 2024 — Source or Source

Workout app Alo Moves is now in VR on Meta Quest 3
Alo Moves XR lets you see study your instructor's technique from all angles at picturesque destinations.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 8th, 2024

ASUS Republic of Gamers and ASUS Metaverse Announce the Release of the SL@SH206 Virtual Experience
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) and ASUS Metaverse today announced the release of the SL@SH206 Web3 project, which creates a gamified experience and Web3 community where players can explore the virtual world and unleash their creativity. The AI-generated stories are supported by cloud technology from Taiwan Web Service Corporation (TWSC), a subsidiary of ASUS. SL@SH206 is targeting users worldwide and is expected to support both Chinese and English languages.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

'Band Space' is Bringing 'Rock Band' Style Multiplayer Rhythm Gaming to Quest and PC VR This Month
Smartmelon Games and Fast Travel Games announced its multiplayer VR rhythm title, Band Space, is set to launch on Quest and PC VR this month, bringing some very Rock Band-inspired gameplay to VR.
October 8th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Google in Push for Ray-Ban Smartglasses Competitor
Samsung and Google announced in early 2023 that, along with Qualcomm, they'd be releasing an "XR platform" based on Android, which could also see the release of a high-end mixed reality headset.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Immersed Visor Hands-On Take 2: Partially Functional, But Cooled By A Frappuccino
Immersed founder Renji Bijoy met me in a Starbucks in Palo Alto immediately after Meta Connect to offer UploadVR a second impression of the Visor headset they're developing.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S hands-on: A $300 VR headset without major compromises
Despite the lower cost, it still delivers an immersive VR experience.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

'Metro Awakening' Gameplay Shows Off Patently Tense Combat, Immersive VR Take on Familiar Mechanics
Leading up to its November 7th release, Vertigo Games detailed more about its upcoming standalone VR prequel to the Metro series, Metro Awakening, including some familiar survival mechanics at the heart of gameplay such as the gas mask, flashlight, and some pretty intense first-person combat.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Play For Dream Showcases Passthrough Latency By Weaving Between Cones While Driving
Play for Dream teased its headset's low latency passthrough by having a racing driver weave between cones while wearing it.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Venice Immersive: Visit The Venice International Film Festival In VRChat

October 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 7th, 2024

Apple Releases Trailer For Submerged, The First Apple Immersive Video Short Film
Apple just shared a trailer for Submerged, the first Apple Immersive Video scripted short film, revealing that it will release on Thursday.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Bounce Arcade Could Be Baller If It Hones The Fundamentals
Pinball is equal parts a genre and almost a medium of play unto itself. High-end cabinets are regarded with the sort of reverence, let alone cost, of some automobiles. It's an instantly comprehensible experience for most - just keep the ball from falling past two paddles you can smack it back with. So how do you expand such a universally beloved experience to VR in a way that isn't just playing virtual cabinets?
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Meta Ray-Bans can expose strangers' personal information with AI-powered doxing
While governments and government agencies all around the world have been using facial recognition technologies for who knows how long -- and that's a concern on its own -- things are headed straight to the nightmare genre.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

You Can Generate A New Meta Avatar From A Selfie
Though Meta didn't announce it, you can generate a new Meta Avatar by taking a selfie.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 6th, 2024

Can you replace the Meta Quest 3S cloth head strap?
The Meta Quest 3S comes with a cloth headstrap, but more comfortable alternatives are available.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition Is Nintendogs For Horse Girls
Before stepping into my Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition demo at Gamescom this year, I'll admit that I wasn't the biggest fan of horses. They're big, scary and unsurprisingly very strong, so I couldn't understand why people go out of their way to ride them. However, after spending time with these monstrously-sized creatures in virtual reality, I'm finally starting to see their appeal.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

Which Quest 2 & 3 accessories work with Meta Quest 3S?
Anyone switching from the Quest 2 to the Quest 3S will mostly need new accessories, with a few exceptions.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 29th, 2024

10k Meta Orion Augmented Reality (AR) Glasses Hands On
Meta's Orion augmented reality (AR) glasses feature advanced optical display systems and neural input interfaces that push the boundaries of what's possible in AR. While the current prototypes come with a hefty $10,000 production cost per unit, they are not intended for consumer release.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

Apple designing brand new OS as it eyes new category of products
The iPhone has been Apple's primary moneymaker for a very long time, though the Mac and iPad lineups also help. But the company has recently begun considering new product categories like XR (Extended Reality). To power the Apple Vision Pro the company had to design visionOS, and now it's reportedly working on another new operating system: homeOS.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

The AR and VR headsets you'll actually wear
Plus, in this week's Installer: Balatro comes to your phone, Zelda gets her own game, and a bunch of new movies and shows to watch this weekend.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

What's next for Apple's spatial computing journey? It might not involve headsets
Apple unveiled the first spatial computing product back at WWDC23 last June: Apple Vision Pro. It's been over a year since that unveil, and just over 6 months since they actually shipped the product. Meta recently unveiled their new Orion AR glasses, and while that's just a prototype, it does leave us wondering what Apple has in the pipeline for "spatial computing."
September 29th, 2024 — Source

With The Low-Cost Apple Vision Pro Reportedly Arriving Next Year, Which Chipset Is It Most Likely To Be Kitted Out With?
An affordable Apple Vision Pro could be introduced sometime next year, with the headset reportedly shipping with watered-down features and hardware downgrades to help lower its price. One of those compromises will be a less capable chipset. Here, we discuss a few possibilities while keeping in mind that it is a product that will eventually be positioned for the mass market.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 28th, 2024

5 biggest announcements at Meta Connect this week (including an AR glasses prototype)
Meta's new VR headset undercuts the Apple Vision Pro's price even more than the last. The company also showcased its most advanced AR glasses yet.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

As exciting as the Meta Quest 3S is, I'm just as excited for its third-party Meta Horizon siblings
We expected Meta to talk more about third-party Horizon OS headsets. Meta VP Mark Rabkin explained why they weren't on stage.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

ICYMI This Week: Mannequin, DigiGods, Inter Solar 83, Stilt, & More
It's been a busy week for VR and our latest news roundup is live, featuring several more stories you may have missed.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 25th, 2024

5 biggest announcements at Meta Connect this week (including an AR glasses prototype)
Meta's new VR headset undercuts the Apple Vision Pro's price even more than the last. The company also showcased its most advanced AR glasses yet.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Affordable Apple Vision Pro Could Feature OLED Panels From A Different Supplier, With A Pixel Density That Is Less Than Half Of The $3,499 To Reduce Production Costs
The two 4K micro-OLED panels found in the Apple Vision Pro are estimated to cost $228, totaling $456, making it one of the most expensive components to be found in a consumer device and undoubtedly one of the biggest reasons for that ludicrous $3,499 price tag. The Cupertino behemoth likely intends to lower these costs with the affordable version that is slated to arrive sometime in 2025.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Lite To Have Less Than Half the Pixel Density of Apple Vision Pro
Apple is reportedly developing a more affordable Mixed Reality (MR) device, potentially named “Vision Lite,” with a lower pixel density display compared to its high-end Vision Pro headset.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Genre-Bending VR Mystery One True Path Out Now For Free In Early Access
InnerspaceVR’s One True Path received a new gameplay trailer, and Part 1 is now available in early access.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Harpagun Is A New Shooter-Smasher From Ex-Superhot Developers
Harpagun is a new shooter/smasher VR action game that focuses on gameplay, as you kill an onslaught of enemies on a hostile planet.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Introducing Meta Quest 3S, Our Most Affordable Mixed Reality Headset
Today at Connect, we unveiled Meta Quest 3S, a headset with the same mixed reality capabilities and fast performance as Meta Quest 3, but at a lower price point. Starting at just $299.99 USD, Quest 3S is the best headset for those new to mixed reality and immersive experiences, or who might have been waiting for a low-cost upgrade from Quest and Quest 2.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Metal: Hellsinger VR Review: Out Of Tune
Metal: Hellsinger's premise has always been an unmatched elevator pitch. The breakneck action and ambiance of Doom (2016) are fused with the rhythm game genre. Everything from demons to the fireballs that they throw at you are tied to the rhythm. An equal retaliation increases your damage, builds hit streaks, and amplifies the music in the background.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Metro Awakening Excels With Its Atmospheric VR Gameplay
Metro Awakening promises a heightened atmospheric adventure that only VR can deliver. Here are our full impressions.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Metro: Awakening gets November launch date for Quest, PSVR2 and Steam VR
The Metro series returns this year with Metro: Awakening, a new game set prior to the events of Metro 2033. This also doubles as the first game in the series to support VR headsets, so gamers can get up close and personal with the threats lurking in the tunnels.
September 25th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Metro Awakening VR Announced For PSVR2, Launches November 7
Metro Awakening VR was showcased during Sony's State of Play on September 24. It is a highly anticipated VR game set within the Metro universe.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 23rd, 2024

Apple's next chance to build a Mac with cellular is almost here
Why doesn't the Mac have built-in cellular? The iPad has long retained this one key advantage over MacBooks. Whatever issue you may have with iPadOS, cellular support is undoubtedly a strength. But despite years of waiting, there's still little evidence that Apple is building its first cellular Mac. Except, perhaps, for one recent development that's sparked hope again.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

'Arizona Sunshine Remake' Shows off Visual Overhaul on Quest 3 & PSVR 2 Ahead of October Launch
Vertigo Games is getting ready to release its remake of Arizona Sunshine (2016), the co-op zombie-killing adventure that started it all, showing off some new gameplay footage for Quest 3 and PSVR 2 too.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

How To Play RollerCoaster Tycoon (RCT) on Mac [9 Ways]
How To Play RollerCoaster Tycoon (RCT) on Mac [9 Ways]
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Soars Onto PC VR This November
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 confirmed its release date in a new trailer.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.09.23): Quest 3S may cost $299, Meta and Luxottica to partner until 2030, and more!
These are my last hours in China. I'm currently in Beijing and today I'm taking the plane to get back to Italy. As usual, when a trip ends I'm a bit sad about what I leave, but I'm also a bit happy because I see my own country again and I can finally eat some good pasta :).
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 21st, 2024

Subside's SteamVR Release Delivers Eye-Watering Graphics
Subside's realistic graphics continue to impress in the game's full release on Steam. After a successful demo period that caught the attention of VR enthusiasts, A2D's VR diving sim has officially launched and we dove back in to soak up more of its amazing underwater visuals.
September 21st, 2024 — Source

What to expect at Meta Connect 2024
Meta's developer conference may bring new Quest hardware, a big tease of AR glasses, and a truckload of AI software news — here's how to watch it all.
September 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 19th, 2024

'Dumb Ways: Free For All' Brings a Massive Slate of Multiplayer Mini-games to Quest 3 in November
'Dumb Ways to Die' isn't just a railway safety campaign with odd little bean-people. Soon, it will be a VR game too packed with a ton multiplayer mini-games.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

'Ember Souls' Brings 'Prince of Persia' Vibes & Hack-and-Slash Action to Quest & Steam This Fall
Ember Souls is getting ready to toss you head-first into its very Prince of Persia-inspired hack-and-slash action, which blends melee combat, parkour, climbing, and environmental puzzles—coming to Quest 2/3/Pro and SteamVR headsets soon.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

HTC Targets Gamers With Vive Focus Vision XR Headset/span>
HTC's new Vive Focus Vision extended reality headset aims to deliver the same experiences as the Apple Vision Pro for a more affordable price.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

HTC VIVE Focus Vision is official with color passthrough & more
HTC, one of the big names in the VR segment, just launched the VIVE Focus Vision. Gamers seeking a unique experience appear to be the target audience for the new virtual reality headset. The device is based on the existing VIVE Focus 3, but brings several improvements.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

HTC VIVE Launches VIVE Focus Vision XR Headset for Gaming
HTC VIVE, the global leader in premium XR solutions, today launches its new cutting-edge headset VIVE Focus Vision. The new Extended Reality (XR) headset is the latest in HTC VIVE's highly popular VIVE Focus Series, with a wealth of improvements and new features to give gamers and enterprise users alike the best possible immersive experience for PCVR and standalone gaming, as well as Location-Based Experiences (LBE), industrial training, collaboration, and mixed reality applications.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Meta Extends Ray-Ban Partnership into 2030 to Make Smartglasses Fashionable
Meta and eyewear conglomerate EssilorLuxottica announced they're expanding their smartglasses partnership into 2030, which promises to see further development of "multi-generational smart eyewear products" from the companies.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft's Struggling Military AR Headset Gets Boost From Oculus Founder's Latest Venture
Anduril Industries, the defense tech company founded by Oculus founder Palmer Luckey, announced it's partnering with Microsoft to boost the company's militarized, HoloLens 2-based AR headset, which is currently under contract by the United States Army.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Palmer Luckey partners with Microsoft to turn US soldiers into Starship Troopers
Anduril is teaming up with Microsoft to improve the Army's HoloLens-based headsets with real-time threat updates.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 is Here: A Game-Changer for Spatial Computing?
visionOS 2.0, the latest update to Apple's spatial computing operating system for the Vision Pro headset, introduces a range of significant enhancements focused on refining the user experience and expanding the device's capabilities. The video below from Zollotech gives us a detailed look at the latest version of Apple's visionOS.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 16th, 2024

'Human Fall Flat' is Getting Official VR Support Thanks to This Prolific Modder
Human Fall Flat (2016) is getting VR support soon, bringing the whimsical, wobbly physics-based platformer to all major headsets. And you can thank VR modder 'Raicuparta' for that.
September 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta Connect 2024: Cheaper Quest 3S, AI, AR and everything else you can expect at the metaverse event
We may get our first look at Orion, Meta's true AR glasses.
September 16th, 2024 — Source

Sequel to Quest's Most Popular VR Boxing Game Teases Release in New Trailer
Thrill of the Fight 2, the upcoming sequel to Quest's most popular VR boxing sim, seems to be gearing up for release, as studios Sealost Interactive and Halfbrick Studios tossed out its first teaser trailer.
September 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

VR studio nDreams is set to lay off up to 17.5% of its staff
"For now, our priority is to support our people in this process"
September 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 15th, 2024

Thrill Of The Fight 2 Teases Release Date Announcement
Thrill Of The Fight 2's release date will be announced soon.
September 15th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 13th, 2024

Apple fixes dangerous 'GAZEploit' Vision Pro security flaw
Hackers could've stolen your passwords just by observing your eye movements.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Backrooms-inspired PC Adventure 'POOLS' is Getting VR Support Soon, Gameplay Trailer Here
Games inspired by 'The Backrooms' Internet lore are usually pretty scary, but PC game POOLS (2024) has a different way of getting under your skin. No monsters. Just pools. And soon, you'll be able to play in VR.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Breakthrough in Virtual Haptic Technology Offers Consistent Touch Experience Across Digital Displays
A team of researchers led by Professor Park Jang-Ung from the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) and Professor Jung Hyun Ho from Yonsei University Severance Hospital has developed a new technology that allows users to feel uniform tactile sensations when interacting with digital displays.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Crimen - Mercenary Tales Brings Fantasy Adventure To PSVR 2 Today
Crimen - Mercenary Tales reaches PlayStation VR2 later this week.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Hide-and-Seek VR Shooter 'Mannequin' Launches on Quest & Steam, Trailer Here
Mannequin has graduated from early access on Steam and Quest, bringing the 2v3 hide-and-seek style shooter to the respective main stores.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

How to dual-boot a Mac: Run two versions of macOS together
Here's how to run macOS Sequoia alongside Sonoma, Sonoma with Ventura, or the latest macOS beta in addition to the full macOS on your Mac.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3S 'Action Button' Described On Official Meta Support Page
Official Meta support pages now reference Quest 3S, and one describes it as having a new button to toggle passthrough.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 10th, 2024

Emperor Shows Narrative VR's Emotive Potential
Emperor falls somewhere between your typical VR game and a 360° movie. Produced by Atlas V and Albyon Studio, this 40-minute journey puts us inside the head of a father suffering from Aphasia, a condition that significantly impairs your ability to communicate. What follows is a deeply personal experience that will stick with me for some time.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

POOLS VR On Steam: Alone & Uneasy With The Sound Of Your Footsteps
The creepy atmosphere of POOLS will see official VR support later this year on Steam.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 For Apple Vision Pro Releases Next Week
visionOS 2 was announced back at Apple's WWDC24 event in June. Since then the company has shipped nine beta releases, and the release candidate build is out now.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

VR Fantasy RPG Sword Reverie Is Coming To Quest
There are quite a few VR developers in Seattle, so whenever the Penny Arcade Expo comes to town, a few aisles are devoted to VR and AR. One of this year's PAX West exhibitors in the unofficial "VR Section" was Isekai Entertainment, who showcased the upcoming Quest release of Sword Reverie.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 9th, 2024

'Beat Saber' Gets New Eminem Track as Part of Surprise 'Shock Drop' Songs
Beat Saber is getting 'Shock Drops', something Meta calls a "new-ish hit single to keep things fresh," the first of which is Eminem's Houdini.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

Hitman 3 VR For Quest 3 Gets First Patch, Developer "Committed" To Improvements
The developer of Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded released a "major" patch alongside a statement admitting the game "has not met our own high expectations".
September 9th, 2024 — Source

'Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded' Gets First Big Patch Today Following Critical Misfire
Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded flopped pretty hard when it launched on Quest 3 last week, currently garnering it a [2,7/5] star user rating to go along with an overwhelmingly negative reaction from reviewers far and wide. Now developer XR Games is pushing out its first big update which hopes to address a myriad of issues.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

Sharp & Japan's Largest Telecom Unveil Lightweight AR Glasses 'MiRZA'
Sharp and Japan's largest telecom NTT Docomo today announced a new pair of AR glasses called MiRZA, which is hitting the Japanese market sometime his Fall.
September 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

You Can Now Share Your First Person View In Messenger Calls On Quest
You can now share your first person view during video calls in Messenger on Quest headsets.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 7th, 2024

ICYMI This Week: Subside, Beat Saber, Sandbox VR, The Mixologist & More
Our latest VR news roundup is live, featuring several stories you may have missed this last week.
September 7th, 2024 — Source

Memoreum Preview - Dead Space Meets Alien: Isolation

September 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 6th, 2024

Editorial: Gamescom 2024 Showcased VR's Strength In Unity
Gamescom 2024 showcased the VR community's strength when unified, and here's our full round-up for Europe's largest gaming event.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Qualcomm is working with Samsung and Google on new mixed reality smart glasses
Qualcomm's CEO wants everyone with a phone to wear AI-powered glasses
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Shogun's Empire Looks Like Shogun: Total War In VR On Quest
Shogun's Empire looks like Shogun: Total War with turn-based combat, and the VR strategy game is out now on Quest.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Starwave Review: Interstellar Indulgence
The synergy between body and music is key to a VR rhythm game's success. Starwave may have cracked the code.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

This Mod Lets You Play 'Star Wars Outlaws' in VR
Serial modder Luke Ross has released a new VR mod for the PC version of Star Wars Outlaws (2024).
September 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR Attraction Expects 280 New Franchise Locations Over Next Four Years
Sandbox VR, the location-based VR attraction, announced it's planning to open up 280 new locations within the next four years.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 3rd, 2024

Goovis Art Review: The Private Cinema Display That Doesn't Block Your Vision
VR headsets and augmented or mixed reality glasses used to be clearly distinguished between them. One was clunky but completely immersive, while the other was a pair of glasses with a really small field of view.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

High-refractive-index-modulation nanocomposites for augmented reality displays
Holographic optical elements (HOEs) are essential in augmented reality (AR) displays, providing benefits such as design flexibility and improved optical efficiency. However, current materials' limited refractive index modulation hampers performance, particularly in achieving a broader field of view and increased brightness.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Worlds v178 Release Notes
Meta Horizon Worlds V178 is here! This week's update will make it easier for you to meet up and travel with multiple friends at the same time.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Rolls Out Parental Requests For Preteen Access To Horizon Worlds
Meta is rolling out tools designed for parents to manage preteen access to specific experiences and people on its Horizon Worlds social networking playground.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Retronika Review-In-Progress: A Bumpy Ride
Retronika is a frustrating title. This isn't a game riddled with poor design choices, but in its current early access state, it needs major balance and tuning adjustments to make it worth recommending.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Rumored Quest 3S May Be Launching Soon Following New Meta VR Headset Certification
A new Meta VR headset has been certified by the FCC, possibly pointing to the upcoming release of the rumored Quest 3S—or what could be the company's more affordable offering next to Quest 3.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 2nd, 2024

Quest 3 Now Used On Steam More Than Valve Index, And PSVR 2 Appears
Quest 3 is now used on Steam more than Valve Index, and we have the first sign of how many people are using PlayStation VR2 on PC.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Surreal Touch 6DoF Tracked Controllers For Apple Vision Pro Kickstarter Funded
The Surreal Touch Kickstarter campaign was successfully funded.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 1st, 2024

Zombie Army VR Hands-On: Enjoyable Action With Some Faults
Zombie Army VR offers an enjoyable action shooter, but a few issues are holding it back in our recent demo.
September 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 31st, 2024

Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom Launches This October On Quest
Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom arrives this October on Quest, and we went hands-on with the interactive movie.
August 31st, 2024 — Source or Source

General — Metaverse — August 27th, 2024

Action Hero Hands-On: Superhot VR Set Inside Blockbuster Films
Action Hero is a highly promising VR FPS that mixes Superhot with over-the-top action cinema, and we went hands-on. Here are our full impressions.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Alleged Geekbench listing of Samsung VR headest reveals key specifications
A Geekbench listing of an alleged Samsung VR headset has appeared online, revealing key specifications about the device. It has been previously rumored that Samsung was working on a VR headset that could potentially launch in October.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow hands-on: A fantastic Batman LARP without open-world fluff
After the first hour of Arkham Shadow, I'll be shocked if this isn't our pick for best Quest 3 game of the year.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow First Impressions: Taking Big Swings At Gotham's Rats On Quest 3
Recently I was invited by Meta to try out one of the most anticipated VR titles of 2024, Batman: Arkham Shadow from Camouflaj. During my demo session, I played an entire level of the game traversing the sewers of Gotham in search of a group of Police officers that have been taken hostage by the Rat King and his minions.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Dead Marvel VR Game Resurrected By Fans As Solo Experience
Marvel Powers United VR is being brought back to life by dedicated fans after being shut down over three years ago.
August 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Hands-on: 'Batman: Arkham Shadow' Brings the Series' Signature Combat to VR
Next year VR will get its first big Batman VR game, exclusively on Quest 3. We went hands-on with the game and found out what it's like to be the brawler behind the mask.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

New Valve VR Game Reportedly in Development Alongside Long-rumored Standalone Headset
There's no shortage of speculation when it comes to all things Valve. Tyler McVicker, YouTuber and one of the leading voices dedicated to deciphering Valve's various internal developments, however now reports that not only is the company's long-awaited standalone VR headset still coming, but it may arrive alongside its own Half-Life game.
August 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Samsung Will Not Use A Custom Exynos SoC For Its Upcoming AR Headset, As A New Benchmark Leak Reveals It Will Rely On The Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
A prototype of Samsung's rumored AR headset was tested with an Exynos 2200, but that does not mean the company will launch the device with its own chipset. According to the latest benchmark leak, the Korean giant will incorporate Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2, among other details, which we will get into immediately.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Samsung's VR headset listed on Geekbench with key specs
A possible VR/XR headset from Samsung has been in the talks for a while now. The device would be another result of the company's close relationship with Google. Now, a new Geekbench listing for the alleged Samsung's VR headset suggests that its launch is very close.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.08.27): App Lab apps migrated to Meta Store, Quest Pro 2 canceled, and more!
Meta is completing the transition from App Lab to the Horizon Store
August 27th, 2024 — Source

These Third-party Vision Pro Controllers Just Hit Kickstarter, Promising to Unlock VR Gaming
Vision Pro doesn't have controllers, although that's not stopping third-party hardware creators from trying to beat Apple to the punch. Enter Surreal Touch, a motion controller that's just launched a Kickstarter campaign, aiming to leverage Vision Pro's ability to play PC VR games.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 26th, 2024

Astro Hunters VR Takes The PvPvE Shooter To Quest Next Month
Astro Hunters VR, a PvPvE extraction shooter, announced a release date on Quest.
August 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S: New Budget VR Headset Expected to Launch Soon
Meta canceled plans for its premium mixed reality headset, which would have competed with Apple’s Vision Pro.
August 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro's Poor Sales Likely Forced Meta To Abandon Work On Its Own High-End AR Headset, Despite Having A Significantly Lower Target Price
Meta had plans to introduce a premium mixed-reality headset to the market, likely in response to take on the Apple Vision Pro. However, according to the latest report, the company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, informed his employees to abandon all work done after a product review meeting.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Glasses: A Closer Look at the Rumored Features and Release
The tech world is abuzz with rumors and speculation surrounding the highly anticipated Apple Glasses. As Apple continues to push the boundaries of innovation, the prospect of a sleek and powerful pair of augmented reality (AR) glasses has captured the imagination of tech enthusiasts worldwide.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

Solara One Relaxes VR Space Explorers With Cyrus Nebula Graphics Update
When I last floated into the tranquility of the relaxing VR space exploration experience Solara One from AC Reality Studios, I was left starry-eyed and filled with wonder. Now just a short time later, the developer behind the experience has released a large update bringing features that promise to expand and enhance the experience even further
August 24th, 2024 — Source

This virtual reality game encourages rhythmic breathing to help with mental health
At first glance, Deepwell DTX's Zengence (pronounced like "vengeance") is what video game fans might call a rail shooter. At the start of the game, you're sent down a one-way path that's lined with hostile "Wraiths," but they're initially invisible.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 22nd, 2024

14 New Meta Quest 3 VR headset features
The Meta Quest 3 has received a significant update with version 68, introducing various new features and improvements. These updates enhance user experience through UI changes, media controls, system settings, and more. Let us take a closer look at each to learn more about these new features and how they affect the performance and immersion that the Meta Quest 3 VR headset can offer users.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow puts a young Bruce Wayne up against the Rat King
Batman Arkham is getting a surprise return this year with Batman: Arkham Shadow. This new game in the series, set between the events of Arkham Origins and Arkham Asylum, will put players in the shoes of a young but increasingly confident version of Batman, with access to all of the crime fighting tools you would expect.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

I tried 11 new VR games from Gamescom. Here are my favorites
Gamescom 2024 has a huge VR presence, giving us a look at plenty of new upcoming Meta Quest games.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Lamina1 and Weta join forces with Seattle sci-fi author to create a virtual universe
A digital content platform inspired by Seattle science-fiction author Neal Stephenson’s vision of the metaverse is collaborating with Weta Workshop, the special-effects company best known for its work on “The Lord of the Rings” movie trilogy, to create a whole new online territory for virtual worlds.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Snap and Meta to Unveil Competing AR Glasses in September

August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Snap Will Reportedly Unveil New AR Glasses Next Month - But Still Only For Developers
The company behind Snapchat will launch an upgraded AR glasses developer kit next month, The Verge's Alex Heath reports.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Two of the Most Anticipated VR Games in 2024 Now Have Release Dates
Behemoth from Skydance and Alien: Rogue Incursion from Survios are two of the most anticipated VR games coming in 2024, and both are headed for release on Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR. And now we know when we’ll first be able to get our hands on them.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 21st, 2024

Is Apple in panic mode over the "next big thing"? Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro, Apple Intelligence, tabletop robot
Over the last couple of years a somewhat stagnant consumer tech market began exploding with new and revolutionary devices.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 16th, 2024

Meta Quest Update Lets You Beam HDMI Devices Into Your Headset
Getting more mileage out your Meta Quest 2, 3, or Pro headset.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest weekly news recap: 21 games, 3 new features, and one sad truth
The VR Games Showcase, big name game releases, Quest v69 firmware, and the end of the line for one popular game.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta puts Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas VR on ice
The Quest remake is on hold indefinitely.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality FPS Spatial Ops Leaves Beta This Year On Quest
Spatial Ops, the mixed reality FPS from Resolution Games, will reach the main Meta Horizon Store later this year.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

This $50 Meta Quest 3 accessory is a game-changer for people with glasses
There are lots of accessories for the Meta Quest 3, but these VR prescription lenses from Zenni solve the problem of wearing glasses with the headset once and for all.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

VR Co-Op Roguelite Big Shots Outlines Post-Launch Roadmap
VR mech roguelite Big Shots is now available on the Meta Horizon Store, and the studio outlined its post-launch roadmap.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 14th, 2024

Alien: Rogue Incursion Release Date Confirmed For Quest, PSVR 2 & SteamVR
Alien: Rogue Incursion confirmed a December release on Quest, PSVR 2, and Steam.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

By Grit Alone Wants To Be Dead Space In VR
By Grit Alone aims to be Dead Space in VR and we interviewed the studio to learn more about this upcoming action horror game.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Fly Is Essentially Google Earth VR On Meta Quest & Apple Vision Pro
Fly is essentially Google Earth VR running standalone on Meta Quest headsets and Apple Vision Pro.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Heavy Metal Rhythm Shooter 'Metal: Hellsinger VR' Release Date Announced
Metal: Hellsinger VR, a port of the unique flatscreen rhythm shooter, is getting a VR version, bringing its frenetic action and metal-heavy soundtrack to all major VR headsets.
August 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Last Stand Is A Multi-Location Mixed Reality PvP Shooter For Quest
Last Stand is a new multi-location PvP shooter in mixed reality coming this winter to Quest.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Pre-Orders Now Live for The Epic All-New VR Action-Adventure, 'Behemoth,' Releasing This November on Meta Quest
Behemoth is the next exciting VR adventure from Skydance Interactive, the award-winning developers behind The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners series.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 8th, 2024

Astro Hunters VR Is A PvPvE Extraction Shooter On Steam
Astro Hunters VR is a new PvPvE VR extraction shooter that arrives on Steam today, with a multiplatform launch to follow.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Arcade Paradise VR Goes Multiplatform Today On Steam & PSVR 2
Arcade Paradise VR goes multiplatform, arriving on PC VR and PSVR 2 today.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Darksword: Battle Eternity Brings White-Knuckle Dark Fantasy To PSVR 2
Darksword: Battle Eternity promises a "white-knuckle" dark fantasy action RPG in VR, and it's out now on PSVR 2.
August 8th, 2024 — Source or Source

Kiwi Design RGB Vertical Charging Stand for Quest review
Today I'm going to review the RGB Vertical Charging Stand that Kiwi Design sent me for evaluation. I think it's a great addition to my desk, let me tell you why in this post.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Pavel's Gulag Getout Is A Penguin-Themed VR Climbing Game
Pavel's Gulag Getout is a "rage-quit-inducing" penguin-themed VR climbing game coming to Quest and Steam.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Samsung Display reportedly wins microOLED contract for Microsoft's next-gen MR headset
MicroOLED is a common name for OLEDoS, the organic light-emitting diode on silicon. OLEDoS enables the production of large OLED displays using silicon wafers, a material that is used in electronics manufacturing.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Spiders Are So Scary in VR That 'Dungeons of Eternity' Added an Option to Censor Them
Dungeons of Eternity (2023) is chock-full of skeletons, zombies, slimes and yes... spiders. But now developer Othergate has added an 'Arachnophobia Mode' that lets you take on the VR hack-n-slash adventure on Quest without fear of eight-legged creepy crawlies.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Top Developers to Debut New Meta Quest VR Games at the Inaugural 'VR Games Showcase' on August 15
The first-ever VR Games Showcase debuts next week on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 9am PT, streaming live on the showcase's brand-new YouTube channel. There will be new game reveals, updates on already announced titles, and new platform reveals for existing games.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

VR Games Showcase Promises 'Major' Reveals Next Week For Quest, PSVR 2 & Steam
A VR Games Showcase will air next week, promising "major announcements" for Quest, PSVR 2, PC VR, and Pico.
August 8th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR Games Showcase Teases 7 Reveals Coming Next Week, Including New Games, Updates & More
A new VR Games Showcase is kicking off next week, promising a peek at 'AAA' VR games and major updates coming from a number of studios, including nDreams, Vertigo Games, Schell Games, Flat2VR Studios, and IO Interactive. Now we have at least seven studios teasing what's next.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 6th, 2024

Best Men's Hiking and Adventure Boots for 2024
Gear up your next adventure with a pair of the best men's hiking boots. Whether you're looking for waterproof fabric boots to hike mountain trails or stylish leather boots for urban exploration, we've found the top options for your next excursion. Prepare for the outdoors with a pair of the best men's hiking boots from Adidas, Danner, On, and Haglöfs. These hiking shoes are ideal for mountain trials, camping trips, or even long days pounding the pavement, depending on what you need.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Distraction Control: In new iOS 18 beta, Safari lets you hide annoying parts of web pages
This is new.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Dungeons Of Eternity Turns Off The Spiders With New Arachnophobia Mode
Dungeons of Eternity, the VR co-op fantasy action game, now lets you disable spiders as enemies.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Google's Search Engine Deal with Apple Deemed a Monopoly
A US judge ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly in the search engine market. The ruling, a major victory for the US Department of Justice, found that Google's billions of dollars in payments to Apple and other companies to make its search engine the default option on smartphones and web browsers blocked competition.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

How Firefighters Are Training With VR & Haptic Heat Vests
VR has many use cases beyond entertainment and with HTC, RiVR's fire safety program aims to minimize training risks. Here's what we thought.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Worlds v174 Release Notes
Meta Horizon Worlds V174 is here! This week's update includes a new quality of life improvement that will help you know whether your microphone is on or off when speaking, along with a handful of bug fixes.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

New SpongeBob SquarePants Environment comes to Apple Vision Pro
Paramount Plus is rolling out a new SpongeBob SquarePants-themed Environment for Apple Vision Pro users today. The new immersive experience, which also includes a jellyfish interactive game, takes Vision Pro users underwater and straight to Bikini Bottom.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

VR Veteran Studio nDreams to Reveal "what's next" at VR Games Showcase Next Week
One of VR's most senior studios nDreams announced they're getting ready to announce "what's next" at the VR Games Showcase next week.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 3rd, 2024

Developers Report Frustration Building Apple Arcade Games For Vision Pro
Developers spoke to mobilegamer.biz about their frustrations building Apple Vision Pro games for the Apple Arcade service.
August 3rd, 2024 — Source

Skydio Drone Operated From Quest 3 Shows Meta Headset As FPV Replacement
Dedicated headsets for seeing live views from a drone are starting to face competition from more general purpose standalone VR headsets, for shorter range use at least.
August 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 2nd, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: August 2, 2024 -- AAPL Q3 2024 earnings
On today's episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss Apple reporting record Q3 2024 earnings. We also cover Apple's motion to dismiss the DOJ antitrust lawsuit, citing harm to innovation and user experience.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

A VR-Based Flight Simulator Rig Has Been FAA Qualified For The First Time
A flight simulator rig using a VR headset has been FAA qualified for the first time.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Glasses: Everything We Know So Far (Exclusive Leaks, Features, & Price Insights)
Apple is set to transform the world of augmented reality with the highly anticipated Apple Glasses. As the company continues to push the boundaries of technology, the Apple Glasses are expected to offer a seamless blend of innovative features and practical functionality.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

Flat2VR Studios Gets Boost From Early Oculus Investors
Flat2VR Studios received a funding boost from early Oculus investors, a move that "should help open some doors" to porting more flatscreen games to VR.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

How to prepare your App Lab app for the Meta Quest Horizon Store
The time has come. Starting from August, 5th, all the applications published on Meta App Lab will become official apps on the Meta Horizon (aka Quest) Store! We are very close to the deadline and you must be sure that your app is ready for that. But what do you need to do? Let Tony tell you everything you need to know...
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

HTC Cuts Vive XR Elite US Price From $1100 To $900
Vive XR Elite is HTC's most recent standalone headset, launched early last year, and its first targeted to consumers instead of just businesses. XR Elite features the same kind of small early pancake lenses as 2021's Vive Flow, and uses the original generation Snapdragon XR2 chip also used in Quest 2.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

Project Judge Visions Is An Intriguing Free Experiment For VR Card Games
Back in February, I was lucky enough to reach out into the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! in VR in an experiment that sought to bring the card game to life, with the character interactions and holograms for monsters that you would expect.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

'The New Salsa Academy' Teaches You All The Right Moves, Now Available on Quest
Taking a dance course can be intimidating, not to mention time consuming—but it doesn't have to be. At least not when you can do it in VR (and MR).
August 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR Port Studio Joins Andreessen Horowitz Accelerator, Earning Investment and Validation
Flat2VR Studios has been accepted into the SPEEDRUN accelerator, not only giving the studio a financial boost on its mission to bring VR support to non-VR games, but a good measure of validation too.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

XREAL Beam Pro versus Vision Pro
In the rapidly evolving world of augmented reality (AR), two devices stand out: the XREAL Beam Pro and Apple's Vision Pro. While both aim to provide immersive AR experiences, they differ significantly in terms of functionality, cost, and user experience.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 31st, 2024

Meta Releases New Audio Ray Tracing Tool for More Immersive Soundscapes on Quest
Meta announced its released a new Acoustic Ray Tracing feature that will make it easier for developers to add more immersive audio to their VR games and apps.
July 31st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 29th, 2024

Balenciaga and Rimowa Launch Apps for Apple Vision Pro
Luxury French fashion house Balenciaga and premium German luggage brand Rimowa have launched apps for the Apple Vision Pro, expanding the headset's immersive fashion experiences.
July 29th, 2024 — Source

New VR Games & Releases August 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PSVR 2 & More
After some new VR games this August? Here are our monthly upcoming highlights.
July 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 28th, 2024

New Alien: Rogue Incursion Gameplay Trailer Reveals Protagonist
A new Alien: Rogue Incursion gameplay trailer confirmed the VR horror title's upcoming protagonist.
July 28th, 2024 — Source

Zero Caliber 2 Brings Cinematic VR FPS Action To Quest Today
Following a short delay, VR FPS Zero Caliber 2 arrives on Quest today.
July 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 26th, 2024

I tried Apple Vision Pro and it made me rethink everything
Apple's headset brought exhilaration and stress in ways I never could have imagined without experiencing it for myself.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3s: Rumors, specs, and what we want to see
It's a next-generation budget-priced VR headset from Meta.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Glasses Pair To Quest 3 For A Preview Of Our Wearable Future
Quest 3 can pair to the Meta Ray-Ban glasses to privately download videos and photos anywhere.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

SWERY Wants To Create A VR Multiplayer Game Unlike Anything Else
Following his VR debut with Death Game Hotel, SWERY wants to create a "multiplayer experience that no one has ever seen before."
July 26th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — July 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro Gains New Lake Vrangla Environment
Apple has released a new Environment for Apple Vision Pro, called Lake Vrangla, which is close to Oslo in Norway.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

'Arken Age' Release Date is "coming soon," Promising 10--15 Hour Campaign on PSVR 2 & PC VR
Arken Age, the upcoming single-player sci-fi shooter from Shadow Legend VR (2019) studio VitruviusVR, is almost here.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Gran Turismo 7 Update Adds Six New Cars, Updated Physics Model, and More
Patch 1.49 goes live today at 11 PM Pacific, and will also bring a new GT Cafe Menu and a new circuit in the form of the returning Eiger Nordwand.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Gran Turismo 7's Latest Update Includes A Familiar Track And Six New Cars
Polyphony Digital's latest Gran Turismo 7 additions include updated physics and new customization options today on PSVR 2.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

'Into the Radius 2' Releases in Early Access on PC VR Today, Including Two-Player Co-op
CM Games, the developer behind the single-player survival shooter Into the Radius (2020), have released its long-awaited sequel via Steam Early Access today, bringing us back to the deadly Pechorsk Security Zone.
July 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Quest to get AI features ahead of Vision Pro
The move will see the artificial intelligence features currently available in Ray-Ban smart glasses brought to the Quest too, initially as an experimental feature ...
July 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 22nd, 2024

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Review-In-Progress: Good Start With Fun Combat
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable brings the acclaimed series to Quest, offering enjoyable combat but a repetitive campaign in early access.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Chernobyl Again Lets You Try And Prevent A Nuclear Disaster
Chernobyl Again is a VR time-traveling adventure where you must save the nuclear power plant.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

'Disembodied' is an Inventive Platformer for Quest That's All About Hand-tracking
Disembodied is a unique platformer coming to Quest that answers the question: how do you build a 'traditional' game entirely around hand-tracking?
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Google Reportedly Wants To Steal Ray-Ban From Meta, But Zuckerberg Has A Plan To Stop It
Google reportedly wants to steal the Ray-Ban partnership from Meta for its own Gemini glasses, but Mark Zuckerberg has a plan to stop it.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Magic Leap Lays Off Sales & Marketing Amid Report of "last ditch" Pivot to License AR Optics
Storied AR headset unicorn Magic Leap has laid off its entire sales and marketing departments, making for around 75 jobs cut from its rolls.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Meta files a patent to copy Vision Pro's EyeSight feature
It's not surprising that Meta is keeping a close eye on Vision Pro, and looking to see what lessons it can learn for its own Quest headsets; it's somewhat more surprising that it would seek to copy a feature which has been poorly received, and that Apple is likely to drop ...
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 19th, 2024

Apple Unveils New Immersive Video Series and Films Coming to Vision Pro

July 19th, 2024 — Source

High-flying Co-op Adventure 'Windlands 2' is Finally Coming to PSVR 2 Next Week
Windlands 2 (2018), the co-op platforming adventure from Psytec Games, is finally making its way to PSVR 2 next week.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

New Hot Air Balloons Apple Immersive Video Out Now On Apple Vision Pro In The US
The first episode of the Boundless Apple Immersive Video series is now available in the US.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Scrapped Deadly Premonition VR Demo Was Tested During The Sequel's Development
A Deadly Premonition VR demo was tested and scrapped, though SWERY expressed interest in creating a VR adaptation "if given the chance."
July 19th, 2024 — Source

The Viture Pro XR Glasses Are A Surprisingly Good Private Projector Screen You Can Wear
These glasses let you play games, watch movies, and work on your PC in 1080p at 120Hz.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Tiny Archers Takes Aim On Quest With Smart Bow Accessory Support
Tiny Archers, a VR fantasy tower defense game that supports a hardware smart bow, received its full release on Quest, Pico and PC VR.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro users get scads of new immersive content
Apple unveiled a slate of new Immersive Videos for Vision Pro in the form of series and films Thursday. So users of the AR/VR headset are in for some new audio-visual treats. And some are available now.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 18th, 2024

Any Quest Mixed Reality App Can Now Disable The Annoying Boundary
Any mixed reality app on Quest can now disable the annoying VR-centric safety boundary.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

bHaptics TactSuit Now Works In Some PlayStation VR2 Games, Including Breachers
The bHaptics TactSuit haptic vest and Tactosy haptic armbands addon now work in four PlayStation VR2 games.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

'Down the Rabbit Hole' Follow-up Coming to Quest This Fall, Trailer Here
Corptopia Studios, developer behind VR puzzle-adventure Down the Rabbit Hole (2020), announced the release of a follow-up title that takes you back to the game's winding chasm of enigmatic dioramas.
July 18th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

How Testing in the Metaverse Looks
The "metaverse" typically refers to a collective virtual shared space that is created by the convergence of a virtually enhanced physical reality and a persistent virtual reality. According to Jonathon Wright, testing requires a mix of manual testing, automated testing, user testing, emulators, and simulators. Real-world testing environments are used in combination to cover as many scenarios as possible.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Ironlights Lays Down The Gauntlet In New Major Update
Nearly three years since its last big update, 1v1 VR dueling game Ironlights returns today with a new game mode on Quest and PC VR.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta Reportedly Plans Two Quest 4 Variants For 2026, Then Quest Pro 2 In 2027
Meta plans to release Quest 4 in two variants in 2026 and then a Quest Pro 2 in 2027, The Information reports.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta to take the fight to Apple Vision Pro with three new headsets and AR glasses, starting with Meta Quest 4
A new Meta Quest is on the horizon.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta's AR/VR Hardware Teams Must Reportedly Cut Spending By 20%
Meta's AR/VR hardware teams have been told to cut spending by 20% by 2026, The Information reports.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta's HUD Glasses Reportedly Won't Be Ray-Ban Branded As Luxottica "Balked" At The Thickness
Meta's smart glasses with a HUD, releasing next year, won't be Ray-Ban branded or styled, The Information reports.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Metaverse expert Matthew Ball still believes in the 3D internet
The author of 'The Metaverse' discusses the new update to his 2022 book and how the Apple Vision Pro and AI fit into the spatial internet.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3 Mixed Reality Experiences Can Now Span Throughout Your Entire Home
Developers can now build Quest 3 mixed reality experiences that span across multiple rooms in your home.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Somnium VR1 hands-on: a high-res headset for simulators
Last week I was in Prague at Somnium Connect to see the launch of the Somnium VR1 headset. I've also been able to try the headset for around half an hour, so I would like to tell you my first impressions about it. Does it live up to the hype? Discover it in this post!
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Witchblood Brings A Classic VR Metroidvania To Quest Today
Seven years after its initial release, VR Metroidvania Witchblood returns today on Quest.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 9th, 2024

Apple Releases Third Beta of visionOS 1.3 to Developers
Apple today released the third beta of an upcoming visionOS 1.3 update to developers, allowing them to test new features ahead of the software seeing a public launch. The third ‌visionOS‌ 1.3 beta comes a week after the release of the second beta.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

Ghosts Of Tabor Devs Plan Quest Early Access For GRIM & Silent North
As GRIM and Silent North head for early access, the Ghosts of Tabor studio's CEO isn't a fan of Meta phasing out App Lab.
July 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

With Quest 2 Widely Sold Out, Meta Aims to Make Quest 3 Price More Palatable with 0% Financing
We're in a bit of a gulf now that Quest 2 is sold out and Meta is likely preparing to drop a new, cheaper device pretty soon to fill its shoes. To keep the headset sales chugging though, Meta announced it's offering 0% financing on Quest 3.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 6th, 2024

Apple Glasses: Unveiling the Secrets of Apple's Next Big Thing
Apple is gearing up to shake up the wearable tech scene with the highly anticipated release of its Apple Glasses. Expected to hit the shelves sometime between 2026 and 2027, these augmented reality (AR) glasses are looking to completely change the way we interact with technology on a daily basis.
July 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 5th, 2024

Apple Fixes VisionOS Bug That Allowed Websites to Flood Vision Pro with 3D Bats and Spiders
Apple's developer team fixed a scary bug in its augmented reality platform visionOS that allowed malicious websites to fill your Apple Vision Pro headset with hundreds of 3D objects, including bats and spiders, without your permission.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

How to be a good mentor at an XR hackathon
In the last month, I've been a mentor/judge at two XR hackathons: the XR Game Jam in Helsinki and the XRCC in Berlin. It's been a very pleasant experience and I've learned a thing or two about how it is being a mentor during this kind of event, so as usual, I want to share my learnings with you.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

Lynx Shipping Additional R-1 Mixed Reality Headsets Soon, CEO Details "excruciating" Fundraising Environment
French startup Lynx hasn't had an easy time of getting headsets out the door, much less funding its small hardware startup, which is dedicated to producing its R-1 mixed reality standalone. There seems to be some light at the end of the tunnel though, as Lynx CEO Stan Larroque announced that a batch of R-1 headsets should be shipping out soon.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 4th, 2024

Any Quest Mixed Reality App Can Now Disable The Annoying Boundary
Any mixed reality app on Quest can now disable the annoying VR-centric safety boundary.
July 4th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 2nd, 2024

Apple's Vision Pro: five months later
On this episode of The Vergecast, a look back — and forward — at Apple's headset.
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Trailer Shows Melee Combat With Nude Giants
Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable will receive a staggered launch, entering early access this month on Quest.
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Here Are the macOS Sequoia Features Intel Macs Won't Support
When Apple released macOS Monterey in 2021, some key features required a Mac with Apple silicon. The same scenario played out with macOS Ventura in 2022, and then again the following year with the release of macOS Sonoma. With macOS Sequoia set to arrive in the fall, which new features can Intel Mac owners expect to be unavailable to them this time around?
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Tim Sweeney Explains Why Fortnite Has "No Plans" For VR Support
Fortnite in VR still isn't happening as Epic Games' CEO reconfirmed there are currently "no plans."
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Zuckerberg: Meta "almost ready" to Show Off Prototype AR Glasses
A previous report maintained that Meta is getting ready to show off prototype AR hardware at the company's upcoming Connect developer conference in September, which up until now has been tightly under wraps. Now Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he's "almost ready" to reveal a pair of "unmistakably [AR] glasses."
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 28th, 2024

5 reasons why you should buy the Apple Vision Pro
If you're on the fence about Vision Pro, you need more convincing. Here are five reasons why you should make the investment.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro guide: Everything you need to know
Having launched in the U.S. in February, Apple Vision Pro is now available to buy in the U.K., Canada and elsewhere. Here's what you should know about Vision Pro before you buy one.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro launches in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore
Apple's spatial computing headset Vision Pro has set foot in regions other than the US. The headset has now arrived in mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore as part of the latest expansion.
June 28th, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Blade & Sorcery Review: Still One Of VR's Best Combat Games
Blade & Sorcery recently entered full release but how does this VR physics-based combat game feel in 2024?
June 28th, 2024 — Source

Hand-tracking Pioneer Ultraleap Initiates Layoff Amid Major Restructuring
Ultraleap, the company behind the Leap Motion hand-tracking module, informed staff on Wednesday that it was proposing a layoff amid a potential restructuring of the business that could see the company split in two.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

The MacRumors Show: Apple Vision Pro Available Around the World
The MacRumors Show: Apple Vision Pro Available Around the World
June 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The UploadVR Showcase - Summer 2024: Everything Announced!
Thank you, everyone, for checking out The UploadVR Showcase - Summer 2024! This time, we had the opportunity to broadcast to over 30,000 viewers between our site, IGN, and the content creators and developers who restreamed the show.
June 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ultraleap Reportedly Plans To Sell Its Leap Motion Hand Tracking Group Amid Major Layoffs
The startups formerly known as Ultrahaptics and Leap Motion appear to be heading in separate directions again after 5 years together ended in significant layoffs.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

VR Space Exploration Sim Inter Solar 83 Alpha Adds New Planets, Resource Management & More
Inter Solar 83, an interstellar exploration VR adventure, edges closer to launch with a series of closed alpha updates.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 26th, 2024

Is an Apple Vision SE the key to spatial computing's success?
Apple's plans for its new headset include a lower-priced model—but at what cost?
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Ditches Its Own Tools in Favor of LIV Partnership for Mixed Reality Capture on Quest
There are a few great ways to market VR games, but there's arguably none better than by showing real people immersed in virtual environments thanks to mixed reality capture. While Meta has its own Mixed Reality Capture tool (MRC), the company is taking a step back from development by adopting third-party app LIV as its official solution.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest headsets testing Vision Pro-style freeform window placement
One of the many differences between Meta Quest headsets and Vision Pro is the far more flexible windowing arrangements possible on Apple's device.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest Update Makes Window Management Very Similar to Apple Vision Pro
Meta's upcoming Horizon OS update (formerly Quest OS) introduces improvements to window management in VR, offering users more flexibility when arranging applications. This update seems to be inspired by features available on Apple Vision Pro. This comes after Apple reportedly rejected Meta AI due to privacy concerns, and their history.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

New 'Chrono Weaver' Demo Brings More 'Portal' Inspired Puzzling to Quest & PC VR
Indie studio Ivory Crow Games have released a new demo for Chrono Weaver, a single player game that lets you make copies of yourself to solve physics-based puzzles.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3 Seems To Have Sold At Least 1 Million Units
Over 1 million people have completed the Quest 3 mixed reality introduction experience First Encounters.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro is a flop... just like the iPod
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Entry-level 'Apple Vision' headset could require a tethered iPhone or Mac
The Apple Vision Pro has gotten off to a slow start, spurring management to rethink its plans for the device. Focused now on an entry-level device, likely called "Apple Vision," it may require ia tethered Mac or iPhone in order to function.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

'RIVEN' Review -- An Okay VR Port of an Awesome Game Still Worth Playing
RIVEN (1997), the sequel to iconic point-and-click puzzle-adventure MYST (1993), just got the VR treatment in its new remake. Unlike Myst, which felt a little too game-y and obtuse at times, Riven plays a lot more like a modern title, which thanks to Quest and SteamVR support, is true in every sense of the word now.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Rogue Ascent Brings The Roguelike VR Shooter To Steam Next Month
Rogue Ascent, a VR roguelike sci-fi adventure, reaches Steam next month with controller support.
June 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Three reasons a tethered Apple Vision headset would be an acceptable compromise for me
It's been consistently reported that Apple has been struggling to develop a lower-cost version of the Vision Pro, and that the solution might need to be a tethered Apple Vision product -- with either an iPhone or a Mac providing the required processing power.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 23rd, 2024

Apple has been working on a cheaper Vision Pro for years - here's why it's not here yet
Apple dealing with 'difficult trade-offs'.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

Cheaper 'Apple Vision' headset could require a tethered iPhone or Mac
Earlier this week, a report suggested that Apple has shifted its focus from developing a next-generation Vision Pro to a lower-cost version of the headset instead. A new report today sheds more light on the Apple Vision product roadmap, with some details on how Apple could cut costs in the future.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

I regret buying the PSVR 2
It seems like Sony is giving up on the platform, and so am I.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Now Lets You Manually Update Your Quest System Software Via PC Or Android
Meta released a web tool letting you manually update your Quest headset to the latest system software version.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

The Exorcist: Legion VR Turns Up The Fear With Free Quest 3 Upgrade
Survival horror adventure game The Exorcist: Legion VR received a free major update for Quest 3.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 20th, 2024

Apple Arcade launches two hit games on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Arcade players with Apple Vision Pro can boost their way into a whole new dimension in the raucous racing game Warped Kart Racers, releasing today on the service. Spatial titles on Apple Vision Pro deliver new gameplay experiences that blend digital content with the physical world.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Download Vision Pro's "Mount Hood" Wallpaper for MacOS, iPhone and iPad
An Apple enthusiast known as Basic Apple Guy has created a high-resolution wallpaper featuring the Mount Hood environment from Apple's Vision Pro headset. This environment offers a virtual experience of Trillium Lake with a view of Mount Hood.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Gaming on Vision Pro grows with two new spatial titles in Apple Arcade
Contrary to all of its competitors in the VR headset space, the Apple Vision Pro hasn't had much of a gaming story. Slowly, though, additional spatial titles keep getting added to Apple Arcade, including two new ones Apple just announced.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

How small claims court became Meta's customer service hotline
People are using the courts in a last-ditch attempt to recover their accounts.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Immersive Puzzler 'Infinite Inside' to Release on Vision Pro & All Major Headsets Next Month
Maze Theory today announced that its upcoming immersive puzzle-adventure game Infinite Inside is set to arrive next month, coming to all major headsets.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Meta Releases Tool to Let You Force Quest OS Updates via PC Tether
Meta has released a tool that will allow Quest users the ability to force software updates via a tethered connection.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

New Meta Accelerator Aims to Fund Quest Developers Building 'Lifestyle Apps' Using MR, AI, & Hand-tracking
Meta announced a new developer accelerator aimed at kickstarting 'Lifestyle' apps for Quest which make use of mixed reality, AI and hand-tracking.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Founder Palmer Luckey Working on New Headset 'Driven by Military Requirements'
But can be used for "non-military stuff."
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Report: Apple Stops Work on Vision Pro 2 in Favor of Budget Headset
The cheaper version could cost as much as the most expensive iPhones.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

The Infinite Inside Brings A New MR Puzzle Adventure To All Major Platforms Next Month
The Infinite Inside arrives on all major VR platforms next month.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 17th, 2024

6 Things Vision Pro Needs Before It Can Go Mainstream
Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) is over, and while Vision Pro was a big focus with the announcement of its visionOS 2 update, it's pretty clear Apple's first mixed reality headset isn't in a hurry to feature-match other XR headsets at this point, let alone Meta Quest 3. When Apple eventually does step down to the XR playing field with a more consumer-friendly headset though, there are a number of things would-be owners are probably hoping for that have so far gone missing.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Gracia Is A Platform For Truly Volumetric Photos & Short Videos, Viewable On Quest 3
Gracia is a technology pipeline and viewing platform for 6DoF volumetric content, available on Quest 3 and PC VR.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Logitech introduces MX Ink: A new stylus for Meta Quest users
Logitech has collaborated with Meta to introduce the MX Ink, a stylus designed to improve user interactions in mixed reality (MR) environments for Meta Quest users. This product aims to provide precise control for a seamless transition between digital spaces.
June 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Logitech's first Meta Quest stylus helps artists work in 3D
The $129.99 MX Ink stylus can draw, model, and manipulate objects in 3D and will be available 'later this year' for AR and VR artists.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Quest Gets Its First Third-party Input Device Thanks to Logitech
Logitech today unveiled an XR stylus that comes as Meta Quest's first third-party motion peripheral, targeting creatives working in both 2D and 3D media.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Quest headsets are getting their first input device that isn't from Meta
Logitech's MX Ink is a new, pen-like experience for mixed reality.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

The Quest 2 and 3 are getting an official stylus controller for artists and designers
The 6DoF Logitech MX Ink stylus works with popular XR apps like OpenBrush and Gravity Sketch and comes with a mat for 2D painting.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Top 5 AR innovations of 2024
Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that adds digital elements, like graphics and sounds, to our real world. Unlike Virtual Reality (VR), which creates entirely virtual environments, AR uses our existing surroundings and upgrades them with new digital information. This technology is commonly used in smartphone apps and special glasses or headsets, allowing us to interact with these digital extensions as part of our everyday environments.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 16th, 2024

Sandbox VR"s Squid Game Review
A few days ago I was in San Mateo (California) to try the Squid Game experience at Sandbox VR. I was very curious about it and I came out with a good impression. Do you want to know more? Well, then keep reading...
June 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 14th, 2024

Apple Launches Vision Pro Pre-Orders in Mainland China Today, Going Where Meta Can"t
Apple announced at its annual Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) this week it"s finally set to release Vision Pro internationally, as it"s now coming to a number of new countries over the next two months. Today, customers in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and mainland China can pre-order—the latter of which gives Apple a chance to tap into a massive domestic market its main competitor Meta has so far been barred from accessing.
June 14th, 2024 — Source

Downtown Club Racing Game Steers Onto Quest App Lab Today In Early Access
Downtown Club, a VR racing game with full virtual controls, arrives in early access today on Quest App Lab.
June 14th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Racer Track Craft Is Now Fully Playable In VR
Former mixed reality exclusive Track Craft now includes an immersive VR mode, and it's heading to the main Quest Store in August.
June 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Unity 6 Preview Will Soon Add Pre-Release Support For visionOS 2
Unity 6 Preview will add pre-release support for visionOS 2 "in the upcoming weeks".
June 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 12th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro guide: Everything you need to know
Apple Vision Pro will soon be available outside America, launching the U.K., Canada, China and elsewhere in June and July. Here's what you should know about Vision Pro before you buy one.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Hide-and-Seek VR Shooter 'Mannequin' Arrives on Steam Early Access Next Week
Fast Travel Games announced it's finally set to bring Mannequin, its asymmetrical stealth VR shooter, into early access for SteamVR headsets this month.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Is Apple Vision Pro going mainstream? Two key camera makers unveil spatial content hardware
We could see spatial movies soon.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

LG Shakes Up XR Division, Reportedly Putting Meta Headset Partnership on Ice
Korean media last month alleged that the Meta/LG partnership to create a high-end XR headset wasn't going so well, suggesting either outright cancellation or a delay pushing release of a prospective Apple Vision Pro competitor to 2027. While this hasn't been substantiated by either company, it's clear there's something big going on under the surface, as LG is now shuffling employees from its XR division to other parts of the company.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Mannequin Hands-On: VR Prop Hunt Strikes A Convincing Pose
Mannequin, the Prop Hunt-inspired asymmetrical VR multiplayer game, reaches Steam on June 20. Read on for our full impressions on Quest.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft Lays Off More Staff In HoloLens Department As Meta Partnership Strengthens
Microsoft laid off more employees in its mixed reality department.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Quest's Web Browser Now Supports Netflix
You can now watch Netflix in the web browser on Quest headsets, and it streams at up to 1080p.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Some Users Won't Need to Wear Vive Trackers Soon Thanks to Upcoming AI Body Tracking Update
HTC has teased that some users may not even need to wear their latest Vive Ultimate Trackers soon thanks to an upcoming AI-powered body tracking update.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ultimate Swing Golf Devs Talk Challenges, Safety & Mixed Reality In Bringing Golf To VR
Clap Hanz has spent 25 years making the studio synonymous with the golf game.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Vision Pro Demos at Apple Stores in UK, Canada, and More Begin July 12
Apple Vision Pro launches in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the U.K. on Friday, July 12, and you will be able to try out the spatial computer at your local Apple Store in those countries starting on the same day next month.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 Beta Already Available For Apple Vision Pro Owners To Download & Install
The first visionOS 2 beta is already available for Apple Vision Pro owners to download and install.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

With visionOS 2, Apple Vision Pro Can Print What You See
Apple Vision Pro can print flat media on physical paper in visionOS 2.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 10th, 2024

Apple announces visionOS 2 supporting Dual 4K resolution with Mac Virtual Display, Vision Pro sales go global June 28
A year after the unveiling of Vision Pro, Apple announces visionOS 2
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Announces visionOS 2 With Ultra-Wide Mac Virtual Display, Travel Mode on Trains, and More
Apple today announced visionOS 2, the first major update to the Vision Pro's operating system. The first visionOS 2 beta is now available for Apple Developer Program members, and the update will be released to the public later this year.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Announces visionOS 2 with Updates to Spatial Photos and More
Today, Apple has officially announced visionOS 2 at WWDC 2024. The first new major software update for the device, this update includes several notable features. These features include an update to the Photos app, additional SharePlay features, new gestures and more.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple announces visionOS 2: simpler navigation, upgraded Mac Virtual Display, more
visionOS 2 includes changes to the gestural system to make quick actions easier to access. The Photos app can automatically synthesize Spatial Photos from your 2D photo library, and the Mac Virtual Display feature is being upgraded with bigger resolutions and better quality.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Launching Vision Pro in These 8 Countries by Mid-July
Apple today announced that the Vision Pro headset will be available in eight additional countries over the coming weeks.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases visionOS 1.2 With Persona, EyeSight and Virtual Keyboard Improvements
Apple today released visionOS 1.2, the second major update to the ‌visionOS‌ operating system that launched alongside the Vision Pro in February. ‌visionOS‌ 1.2 comes three months after the launch of visionOS 1.1.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro arrives in new countries and regions beginning June 28th
Apple today announced Apple Vision Pro will expand to new countries and regions, with pre-orders for China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore beginning this Thursday, June 13, at 6 p.m. PT and availability beginning Friday, June 28. Customers in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom can pre-order Vision Pro beginning Friday, June 28, at 5 a.m. PT, with availability beginning Friday, July 12.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Expands Globally: Pre-Orders Begin June 13
If you have been waiting for the Apple Vision Pro outside of the U.S., there's finally some good news. Apple today announced during the Worldwide Developers Conference 2024 that its top-dollar Vision Pro mixed reality headset will be available in more regions starting June 28th.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Hands-On: Very Good In Some Aspects, A Bit Bad In Others
Finally, I have been able to put my hands on an Apple Vision Pro. Thanks to the very kind people of the Helsinki XR Center who let me spend more than one hour with it, and my buddy Gianni who let me have another half an hour, I managed to have enough time to play around with the device to have an informed opinion about it.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro International Launch Officially Announced at WWDC 2024
Apple's spatial computer released in early February in the United States.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Will Soon Let You Convert 2D Photos to 3D & Share Them Live via SharePlay
Apple today announced at the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) its big visionOS 2 update, which is set to arrive on Vision Pro sometime later this year. With it comes a few new features which promise to let you convert 2D photos into spatial photos, and share them live with your Vision Pro-owning friends.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple VisionOS 2 Serves Up New Photos Features, Gesture Controls, And Ultrawide Resolutions For Mac
Four months after the Apple Vision Pro went on sale, Apple has confirmed that its first mixed-reality headset will soon receive its first major update. The update will graduate the operating system on the Vision Pro to VisionOS 2 and will feature a bevy of new spatial computing-focused features.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple VisionOS 2 Debuts New 3D Photo Converter, Easier-to-Use Hand Gestures
VisionOS 2 was the first thing announced at WWDC 2024. It looks like a conservative update, but it brings some useful changes like a larger Mac display.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple's new Vision Pro software offers an ultrawide virtual Mac monitor
visionOS 2 offers iterative improvements and refinements, plus new developer APIs.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple's visionOS 2 Now Supports New Gestures Along With A Mac Virtual Display That Can Go Ultrawide, Travel Mode Also Added
The first platform to receive an update that was showcased during WWDC 2024 is visionOS, and its successor is visionOS 2. Apple has unveiled various additions coming to the software update, including one where users will experience improved productivity when using their headset, along with a slew of UI changes and gestures.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

F1 24 VR Review: A Minor Upgrade Package
F1 24 offers a serviceable update for the annual racing series, though PC VR support continues to leave us wanting more
June 10th, 2024 — Source

PowerWash Simulator VR Meets Alice In Wonderland This Summer In New DLC
PowerWash Simulator VR heads down the rabbit hole this summer with a new Alice In Wonderland-themed DLC pack.
June 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Sandwich debuts Theater for Vision Pro with exclusive The Talk Show Live event in 3D video
Sandwich Vision is kicking off WWDC week with a brand-new app launching on Apple Vision Pro. The studio is also collaborating with SpatialGen to livestream John Gruber's The Talk Show Live in stereoscopically-captured 3D video using high-end cameras and lenses.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro will bring spatial computing to Europe, Asia and North America
"The enthusiasm for Apple Vision Pro has been extraordinary, and we are thrilled to introduce the magic of spatial computing to more customers around the world," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, in today's press release.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 adds spatial photos, new UI gestures and improved Mac mirroring
There are also new APIs for developers.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 brings Spatial Photos, bigger Mac Virtual Display and other niceties
visionOS 2, the first major update to the Vision platform, will bring Spatial Photos, a rearrangeable Home View, a bigger Mac Virtual Display, new gestures and other nice quality-of-life improvements.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

VisionOS 2 for Apple Vision Pro announced at WWDC 2024, including ultra-wide Mac virtual display
The latest Apple Vision Pro update is big on Spatial Photos and ultra-wide displays.The internet was abuzz with the potential of Apple's take on such a product. However, $3,499 price tag cooled the conversation around it a bit. The Apple Vision Pro went on sale in February with renewed excitement around the headset but it's sort of been all downhill since then as the company has struggled to sell the pricey device.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 Announced With New Features & Key Improvements For Apple Vision Pro
Apple officially announced visionOS 2, launching this fall.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

VisionOS 2 will let you turn any flat photo into a spatial one
The update also brings big Mac Virtual Display enhancements.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS can now make spatial photos out of 3D images
Apple today kicked off what it promised would be a packed WWDC 2024 with a handful of visionOS announcements. At the top of the list is the ability to turn existing images into spatial photos. The new feature utilizes machine learning to build out additional angles, marking a change from the existing method, which required images to be shot on an iPhone 15 Pro or the Vision Pro itself.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

VisionOS Update to Bring Ultra-wide Screen & Higher Resolution to Mac Virtual Display
Apple today announced its 2.0 version of visionOS, which is bringing alongside it a number of new features including a wider and higher-resolution version of Mac Virtual Display.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 9th, 2024

Death Horizon: Cyberfusion Review-In-Progress - Shambling Through A Zombie Apocalypse
Death Horizon: Cyberfusion gives you guns, swords, and implants to mow down the undead, but is this early access title still worth your time? Read on for our full review-in-progress.
June 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 8th, 2024

An update just fixed the biggest Quest 3 mixed reality problem
Mixed reality vision no longer suffers from warping around moving objects.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

Camouflaj Is Testing Quest 3's Power For Batman: Arkham Shadow
Developers at Camouflaj are spending a "decent amount of the CPU and the GPU" of Quest 3 to render real-time shadows "at a crisp level" for Batman: Arkham Shadow.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

Headset making you sick? Here's an unlikely cure for VR-induced nausea
Does motion sickness lurk behind the high return rates for headsets like Apple's Vison Pro? One experiment suggests a simple and cost-effective solution.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 7th, 2024

Every Game Coming To Quest 3 But Not Quest 2
Which games are coming to Quest 3 but not Quest 2? Here's the full list so far.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

First 'Bonelab' Update in More Than a Year Brings Enhancements for Quest 3, Modding & Physics
Bonelab (2022), Stress Level Zero's sequel to physics-driven VR shooter Boneworks (2019), just got a massive update which brings more than a year's worth of enhancements to Quest 3 in addition to a ton of new content for Quest and PC VR headsets alike.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Nvidia's meteoric rise to take Apple's spot as the planet's 2nd-most valuable company is a timely reminder of the iPhone maker's lagging response to AI
Apple is playing catchup in more ways than one.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 6th, 2024

An opensource plugin lets you interact with real objects in mixed reality
I promised you a surprise post for this week and here we are: I am announcing "Hybrid Hands Interactions", a special opensource plugin that lets you interact in mixed reality with real objects so that you can create some magical experiences like this one:
June 6th, 2024 — Source

HTC Announces 'Vive XR Elite Deluxe Pack', Including 4 Free Accessories for Its Flagship Quest Competitor
HTC Vive announced it's offering a new hardware bundle for its Vive XR Elite headset that brings some handy new accessories to users for free, which are designed to enhance the headset's ergonomics and increase user comfort.
June 6th, 2024 — Source

Pistol Whip 'Voidslayer Collection' Adds Three Power Metal Scenes This Month
Pistol Whip kicks off the power metal-themed 'Voidslayer Collection' today with 'Hero's Dawn.'
June 6th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft launches its iOS OneDrive app for the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset
Microsoft has been one of the biggest supporters of the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset in terms of the number of apps it has released for the product. This week, that support was extended as Microsoft added support for running the iOS version of its OneDrive cloud storage app on the Vision Pro.
June 6th, 2024 — Source

Veteran XR Studio Behind One of VR's Most Recognizable Early Experiences Raises $3.5M
Wevr, the veteran XR studio behind one of VR's earliest and most recognizable VR demo, announced it's now secured $3.5 million in new funding from HTC Corp. and Epic Games.
June 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — May 31st, 2024

Meta's next VR headset's name "Quest 3S" leaks from official store
Meta"s upcoming VR headset"s name leaks from the official store, and it"s called "Meta Quest 3S." It is worth noting that there have been multiple rumors about the company developing an affordable version of the Meta Quest 3. That"s not all, Meta Quest 3S was among a few names of the company"s next VR headset alongside Meta Quest 3 Lite which was tipped in the past.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Off-roading Simulator 'MudRunner" Comes to Quest in Brand New VR Spin-off, Trailer Here
Saber Interactive, the studio behind hit off-roading simulator MudRunner (2017), released a VR take on the game that brings a more immersive slice of the original"s action to Quest for the first time.
May 31st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Quest 3S" could be the name of Meta"s more affordable VR headset
The Quest 3S popped up in several Quest Store listings.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Taiko Frenzy Drums Up A New VR Rhythm Game On Quest & Steam
Taiko Frenzy, a VR percussion rhythm game, arrives today on the main Quest Store and Steam.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 30th, 2024

Alo Moves Is Coming to Meta Quest 3
Alo Moves is bringing its award-winning on-demand wellness classes to mixed reality in an exclusive app for Meta Quest 3. Developed by Magnopus, Alo Moves will feature 3D classes for a new level of immersion.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Alo Moves Is Creating A Mixed Reality Fitness App Exclusive To Quest 3
Alo Moves is building a mixed reality fitness app using volumetric capture for 3D instructors, and it's coming exclusively to Quest 3 this year.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Education Reimagined: How Emerging Technologies Are Transforming the Ways We Learn
Last month, we announced a new educational offering for Quest headsets coming later this year. Today, we're highlighting five education experts and how emerging technologies like VR, MR, and AI are impacting how they teach and how people learn now and in the future.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Fantasy Crafting Game 'BlackForge: A Smithing Adventure' Lands on Quest & PC VR Next Month, Trailer Here
Indie studio ManaBrigade and publisher Fast Travel Games today announced that BlackForge: A Smithing Adventure, a fantasy VR blacksmithing game, is coming to Quest and PC VR headsets next month.
May 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Hands On With ILM Immersive's Apple Vision Pro What If... Marvel Experience
The first immersive experience resulting from Apple and Disney's partnership in spatial computing arrives today in What If... on the visionOS App Store.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Magic Leap And Google Announce AR Partnership
Magic Leap has entered a "multi-faceted, strategic technology partnership" with Google.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

MudRunner VR Adapts The Off-Road Vehicle Sim Today On Quest
MudRunner VR, an off-roading vehicle sim, arrives today on Quest headsets.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Prisoners prepare for the world outside using VR to learn auto repair jobs
Behind bars but not barriers
May 30th, 2024 — Source

There's now a VR battle royale for everyone
Whether you're seriously competitive or just want some fun, these battle royale games have something for everyone.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Marvel app reviews: 'Best experience' or 'flimsy and meh'
Hands-on reviews of the new Vision Pro Marvel app What if...? are in, and are best described as mixed.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Viture Pro XR Glasses: I worked with 3 virtual displays while using my MacBook
Watch out, Apple Vision Pro! The Viture Pro XR glasses have 3 displays in one device.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 29th, 2024

Journey To Foundation Reaches Its Destination Next Month On PC VR
Based on Isaac Asimov's classic sci-fi series, Journey to Foundation reaches PC VR next month.
May 29th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

No Man's Sky Adrift Takes You To A Dangerous Alternative Universe
No Man's Sky Adrift promises a "very different survival experience," taking you to a perilous alternative universe in VR today.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Go Owners Report Error Launching Many Apps, But Meta Isn't Interested In Fixing It
Swathes of Oculus Go owners are reporting an error preventing launching many apps.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Varjo to Shutter XR Cloud Streaming Platform 'Reality Cloud' Next Month
Varjo, the Finland-based creator of high-end XR headsets, says its pulling the plug on its cloud XR streaming platform 'Reality Cloud', which lets professionals stream and share immersive 3D content rendered on cloud-based GPUs.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 28th, 2024

Dragon Quest 12 Still in Development Despite Square Enix Cancellations
The flame still burns.
May 28th, 2024 — Source

Google's Apps May Not Be on Vision Pro, But Now Two of Its Classic VR Games Are
Google's directly competing services aren't on Vision Pro, but that doesn't mean the company isn't doing business on Apple's headset altogether, as it has now brought two of its most influential VR games to Vision Pro.
May 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter VR to be Delisted from Steam on May 31st
Due to its inability to support the VR version, The Astronauts is removing it from purchase, though existing owners can still play.
May 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 27th, 2024

How to use cloud gaming services on Apple Vision Pro
Who says Vision Pro can't be a great headset for gaming?
May 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 25th, 2024

Downtown Club Racing Game Steers Onto Quest App Lab This June In Early Access
Downtown Club, a VR racing game with full physical controls, will soon launch in early access on Quest App Lab.
May 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 24th, 2024

Apple's M4 iMac: What to Expect
Apple is planning to refresh the 24-inch iMac as soon as 2024, so we could see a new model with an M4 chip before the end of the year. Apple is working to overhaul the entire Mac line with AI-focused M4 chips, ‌iMac‌ included.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

QuestCraft 5.0 Brings Minecraft VR To Quest 3 Unofficially With 120FPS Performance
QuestCraft 5.0 revamps the unofficial Minecraft VR port for Quest 3 with performance improvements.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

The creator of one of the most popular VR games thinks Apple Vision Pro is important for VR gaming — and EU release date rumors suggest it could go worldwide sooner than you think
Plus! The iPad Pro is an excellent gaming machine and one of the best Apple Arcade games seems set to stop receiving updates.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine VR Reaches VR Arcades This Fall
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine VR -- Warriors of Avarax will reach Zero Latency VR arcades later this year.
May 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Would you give up a physical keyboard and trackpad for an all-screen MacBook?
We've seen two reports this week that Apple is aiming to launch an all-screen MacBook with a foldable display in 2026. While that might sound enticing, would you give up a physical keyboard and trackpad for the bigger display.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 21st, 2024

A Revised Strategy For Reviewing VR And Mixed Reality Games From Our Reviews Editor
Hello everyone! For anyone unfamiliar with me, I'm Henry. I started as a freelance contributor, joined UploadVR in late 2022 and you'll best know me for my news coverage with VR gaming.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro immersive 'Adventure' video shot in Paris premiering this week ahead of international launch
When the Vision Pro first arrived in users' hands earlier this year, one of its most universally-praised features was content shot in the 180-degree Immersive Video format. There was a limited collection of such immersive content available on day one, but users' general expectation was that Apple would regularly add to that collection.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Blacktop Hoops Review-In-Progress: A Baller's Paradise
Blacktop Hoops offers a satisfying take on VR basketball with entertaining gameplay. Read on for our full review-in-progress.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Madcap UK Comedy Show 'Taskmaster' is Getting a VR Game Next Month, Coming to Quest & PC VR
Beloved UK comedy show Taskmaster is getting its own VR game next month featuring the Taskmaster tyrant himself, Greg Davies (and of course Little Alex Horne).
May 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft is bringing 'Windows Volumetric Apps' to Meta Quest headsets
Details are slim, but an API is nigh.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Quest v66 PTC Firmware Footage & Datamining Reveal What Features Could Be Coming Next
The Meta Quest v66 system software update started to roll out last week in the PTC (Public Test Channel).
May 21st, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.05.21): Google didn't announce Android XR at I/O, Quest gets Travel Mode, and more!
I have a bit of nausea when writing this roundup because I was playing around with passthrough and created an app that makes you feel like you're drunk, high, or something like that. I think it's cool, but my stomach doesn't share my same enthusiasm... Anyway, I'll tell you more about it in the upcoming days... for now let's talk about the disappointment about Google I/O and all the other XR-related news!
May 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 17th, 2024

2024 Spring VR Gaming News Review: Flat2VR, Laser Dance, Batman & Alien
VR's biggest year in history is almost halfway over with freshly announced Batman and Alien games incoming just as developers start finding their footing with mixed reality in Laser Dance and Niantic's Hello, Dot.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro Could Use Skin Deformation for Bio Authentication and Voice Commands
One of the biggest problems with Siri is the background noise. The voice assistant is unreliable in crowded spaces with background noise. It is a significant limitation on devices such as Apple Vision Pro, AirPods Max, and AirPods Pro.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is 'one of the biggest steps towards mainstream adoption' of VR headsets, high-profile game developer says
The Job Simulator devs are on board.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

'Blacktop Hoops' Graduates from Early Access After Racking up Over 15,000 Reviews
Blacktop Hoops (2024), the popular VR basketball game, is out of early access on Quest, now serving up multiplayer and single player streetball on standalone platforms and PC VR headsets too.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

CleanSheet Soccer Trains Goalkeepers In VR On PSVR 2
VR goalkeeper training game 'CleanSheet Soccer' is now available on PSVR 2.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Everything We've Heard About The Upcoming Cheaper Version Of Quest 3
There's strong evidence that Meta is preparing to release a cheaper alternative to Quest 3 to replace Quest 2 in its lineup.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

How to pair AirPods to your Quest 3 (and not annoy people next to you)
Want to enjoy entertainment on your Quest 3 without disturbing others? Here's how you connect Bluetooth earbuds with your favorite VR headset.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

LG 4K Micro-OLED Display For "Next Generation" Headsets Supports Eliminated Motion Blur
When the poor optical efficiency of pancake lenses and intentional low duty cycle of the displays are both taken into account, the viewed brightness of Apple Vision Pro is only around 100 nits, despite having 5000 nit displays.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

LG 4K OLEDoS Display for VR headsets unveiled
LG Display has unveiled its innovative 4K OLEDoS for VR at the prestigious SID Display Week 2024. This innovative technology is set to transform the virtual reality landscape by delivering unparalleled screen brightness and resolution, providing users with a truly immersive and lifelike VR experience.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Let's meet at some of my next XR events!
For the next six weeks, I'm going to be involved in some industry events and I would love in this time period to connect with as many people as possible. So maybe it's also the right occasion to connect with you...
May 17th, 2024 — Source

The Exorcist: Legion VR - Deluxe Edition Reaches PlayStation VR2 Soon
The Exorcist: Legion VR brings the survival horror adventure to PSVR 2 later this month.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The MacRumors Show: 101st Episode Q&A Special
To celebrate one hundred episodes of The MacRumors Show podcast, we answer your questions.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — May 14th, 2024

1 In 4 US Teens Say They Play Games On A VR Headset
1 in 4 US teenagers told Pew Research Center they play games on a VR headset.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

App Lab Games Are Now Publicly Findable On The Main Quest Store
Meta has begun opening up Quest App Lab, making previously unlisted games and apps viewable on the main store.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Ads Point To Fundamental Features Of Life With VR And AR
A lot of people felt crushed by Apple's latest iPad ad.
May 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Blink and you missed it: Google has a new pair of prototype AR glasses
Those glasses a Googler asked Project Astra to find? They're suspiciously thick... and have a display, perhaps.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Classic Adventure Game 'RIVEN' Confirmed to Launch on Quest 2 & 3 This Year
Cyan Worlds announced that RIVEN (1997), the sequel to iconic adventure game MYST (1993), is getting VR support when the remake launches later this year. The studio has also now confirmed that it's launching on Quest in addition to SteamVR headsets.
May 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Google just snuck a pair of AR glasses into a Project Astra demo at I/O
As if we wouldn't notice the undisclosed wearable!
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta encourages you to disregard your seat mates and use VR headsets on a plane
Ah, who knew plane travel could be made worse?
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta Is Working On A Quest For Education Offering For Schools & Universities
Meta is working on a platform to allow schools and universities to manage Quest headsets for use in the classroom.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta Just Made It Easier for Small Developers to Get Apps Into the Main Quest Store
Quest users searching the Store will now be able to more easily find games published through its early access distribution channel, App Lab, which previously weren't visible, effectively giving smaller studios a more level playing field.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Official Vision Pro Schematics Will Accelerate Development of Headstraps & Third-party Accessories
Apple has released detailed schematics of Vision Pro and its various parts, which will likely lead to an acceleration of third-party accessories like headstraps and protective cases for the device.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Riven's VR Remake Brings The Myst Sequel To Quest This Summer, With Quest 3 Enhancements
Riven's upcoming VR remake is also coming to Quest this summer.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Stanford's VR breakthrough could spell the end of clunky headsets - thanks to AI
Stanford is redefining AR with glasses that combine metasurface waveguides and AI-driven holography, offering a revolutionary way to experience digital and real-world integration. Here's what it all means.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

This app brings Dashboard-style web clip widgets to Apple Vision Pro
With Mac OS X Leopard, which was released in 2007, Apple added a feature called "Web Clip" to Dashboard. This allowed users to turn any part of a website into a live widget that could then be added to Dashboard and would update in real-time.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Unpacking the VR Design Details of 'Half-Life: Alyx' -- Inside XR Design
In Inside XR Design we examine specific examples of great VR design. Today we're looking at the details of Half-Life: Alyx and how they add an immersive layer to the game rarely found elsewhere.
May 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Virtual reality becomes more engaging when designers use cinematic tools
Cinematography techniques can significantly increase user engagement with virtual environments and, in particular, the aesthetic appeal of what users see in virtual reality.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Appears in Chinese Regulatory Database Before Expansion to New Countries
The Apple Vision Pro has shown up in China's product regulatory database as Apple prepares to bring the headset to additional countries sometime in the near future. Both the Vision Pro (A2117) and its Battery Pack (A2697) have shown up in the Chinese database, indicating that a launch in China could be coming soon.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro should go on sale outside US soon
The wait to get Apple Vision Pro is apparently nearly over for consumers in more than half a dozen countries.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 13th, 2024

Apple to Expand Vision Pro to Additional Countries After WWDC
Sales of the Apple Vision Pro will soon begin in countries outside of the United States, reports Bloomberg. Hundreds of employees from international retail stores have been flying into Cupertino for multi-day Vision Pro training sessions.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro 2 could be cheaper than its predecessor
Apple Vision Pro is the company's first generation of mixed-reality headset. The product did good in the initial period but after a few months, the brand noticed a sharp decline in demand. One of the reasons predicted for the decline in demand was the higher price tag, which is out of many people's affordability range. But it seems that the upcoming Apple Vision Pro 2 is going to be comparatively cheaper.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Audi Co-founded VR Entertainment Startup Holoride Files for Bankruptcy
Holoride, the Germany-based startup bringing XR entertainment to car passengers, has filed for bankruptcy, citing the inability to secure its latest investment round.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Best Apple Vision Pro Travel Cases You Can Buy Right Now
The Apple Vision Pro is highly praised for its top-notch build quality, premium feel, and ubercool design. In terms of build, the $3500 Apple's AR/VR headset features an aluminum frame which gives it a luxurious look and feel. Of course, it's a great product, but I will not take a chance taking it to places without a carrying case.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Best Mac webcams
Apple's FaceTime webcams are now looking a bit dated, so why not upgrade with a new Mac webcam that provides better image quality and features for video calls with friends and business colleagues?
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Bloomberg: Apple Vision Pro to debut internationally following WWDC
Apple Vision Pro first launched in the US only back in February, and it was unknown how long it would take for Apple to bring the product to more countries. Now, a new report indicates the wait may not be much longer.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest's new Travel Mode will put more glassholes on your next flight
Another Vision Pro feature comes to Quest headsets.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Pimax Introduces Trial Payment Model to Let Customers Try New Headsets Before Paying Full Price
China-based VR headset creator Pimax has introduced a new payment model following the recent announcement of its Crystal Light PC VR headset, which will let try it out before plonking down the full price of the headset.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Quest 2 & Quest 3 Get Experimental Travel Mode To Make Positional Tracking Work On Airplanes
Quest 2 and Quest 3 now have an "experimental" Travel Mode for use on airplanes.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

The quest for visibility on Quest Store: how the search updates affected App Lab downloads
Recently Meta has announced its vision of removing the separation between the Meta Horizon Store (formerly known as Meta Quest Store) and its indie App Lab version and has already taken some steps in this sense by making App Lab titles appear in the search results. But is this enough? What have been the benefits to indie devs? What can the company still do to improve the situation? Let's see that in detail in this post.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Travel Mode is the Latest Vision Pro Feature to Come to Quest 2 & 3
Meta is finally rolling out the long-awaited travel mode for Quest 2 and Quest 3, ostensibly hacking away another unique feature from Apple Vision Pro.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Ultraleap Hyperion Makes The Best Hand Tracking Tech Even Better
Ultraleap released Hyperion, the latest version of its industry-leading hand tracking software runtime and SDK.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 12th, 2024

Space Pirate Trainer DX Quest 3 Upgrade Improves Framerate & Textures
Space Pirate Trainer DX received a Quest 3 upgrade with improved performance and higher resolution textures.
May 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 10th, 2024

COLD VR Demo review: a promising adrenaline action game
Today I've tried the free demo of COLD VR, the VR game that is the opposite of Superhot VR (hence the joke of the name). I think this game is fun and has a lot of potential, but it needs a bit more of polish to become a true hit when the full version will be released. Discover why in this review of the free preview demo that is available on Steam.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Hate the Apple Vision Pro virtual keyboard? Here's how to use a real keyboard instead
These two devices help me avoid the painful process of using Vision Pro's virtual keyboard.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Homatics Pocket TV is a portable Google TV device made for RayNeo XR glasses
Google TV is an Android-based operating system designed to let you stream content from the internet, play games, or run apps on a TV. And most devices that ship with Google TV software are either smart TVs or small boxes designed to be plugged into your TV.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Latest SteamVR Update Includes Steam Link Improvements for Quest
The latest major SteamVR update has arrived, coming with it an improvement to Steam Link for Quest.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Underworld Overseer Feels Like Dungeon Keeper In VR
Inspired by Dungeon Keeper, Underworld Overseer sees you protecting your lair this year on Quest and PC VR. Read on for our full impressions.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 8th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro to receive exclusive Marvel immersive app: 'What If...? An Immersive Story'
Today the Walt Disney Company announced it would be launching its "first-ever interactive Disney+ Original story coming exclusively to Apple Vision Pro."
May 8th, 2024 — Source

'Batman: Arkham Shadow' Trailer Massively Downvoted for Being a VR Game & Quest 3 Exclusive
Meta announced Batman: Arkham Shadow last week, which is coming exclusively to Quest 3 in late 2024. And wouldn't you know it, YouTube users absolutely hate it.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Disney+ Launching Exclusive Marvel Immersive Story for Apple Vision Pro
An hour-long interactive and immersive Disney+ story is coming to the Apple Vision Pro in the near future, according to an announcement from Marvel Studios. The Disney+ original is connected to the "What If...? animated series and it will be released as a new app for the Vision Pro.
May 8th, 2024 — Source or Source

Marvel and ILM Immersive Announce Vision Pro Exclusive Based on Animated Series 'What If...?'
Marvel Studios and ILM Immersive today announced a new interactive story coming exclusively to Apple Vision Pro, which is based on the popular Disney+ animated series What If...?.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Top VR Melee Fighting Game 'Blade & Sorcery' in "final stretch" to Huge 1.0 Update
The so-called "final update" Blade & Sorcery, the hit physics-based combat sandbox, is in its "final stretch" towards releasing its 1.0 update, which is coming with its 'Crystal Hunt' story-based mode.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Spin Rhythm XD Offers Intergalactic Rhythm Action On PSVR 2 & Steam This Summer
Intergalactic rhythm game 'Spin Rhythm XD' is heading for PC VR and PSVR 2 this summer.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Upcoming VR Games 2024: New Releases On Quest, PC VR, PSVR 2 & More
Searching for new VR games in 2024 and beyond? You're in the right place.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 7th, 2024

Apple Seeds visionOS 1.2 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple today released the release candidate version of an upcoming visionOS 1.2 update to developers, allowing them to test new features ahead of the software seeing a public launch. The fifth ‌visionOS‌ 1.2 beta comes one week after the release the fourth beta.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Official Vision Pro Case May Be Pricey, But It Saved a Headset From a 4,000 Pound SUV
Apple probably didn't actually design its pricey Vision Pro case to be impervious to getting run over by a car. But at least for one thankful customer though, it seems the official carrying case was well worth the extra cash.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Beat Saber is changing forever for Oculus Quest players later this year
More games are dropping support for the original Oculus Quest.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Meta to Pull 'Beat Saber' Multiplayer on Quest 1 Later This Year
Beat Saber was the defining game on Quest when it came to the company's first standalone at launch back in 2019, making the infectious block-slashing rhythm game a real system-seller. Now, Meta says it's cutting Beat Saber's online services for Quest 1 later this year.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Razer Releases New Quest 3 Accessories With Some Rather Unsurprising Price Tags
Razer announced its Facial Interface and Adjustable Head Strap System for Quest 3 is now available in the US, Canada, and Europe.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 3rd, 2024

Best free Meta Quest 2 and 3 games 2024
No need to spend any cash on these fantastic titles.
May 3rd, 2024 — Source

'Smalland: Survive the Wilds VR' Arrives on Quest, Serving up a VR Spin-off of the Popular Indie Game
Popular indie game Smalland: Survive the Wilds (2024) launched out of Steam Early Access back in February, bringing its big 1.0 update on PC along with a fresh version for Xbox and PlayStation. Now the studio launched a VR-native spin-off for Quest too.
May 3rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — May 1st, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: May 1, 2024 -- New 'Repair State' Mode in iOS 17.5, more
iOS 17.5 introduces new 'Repair State' that keeps Find My on. iOS 18 rumor: These new AI features are coming to Safari. Apple reportedly negotiating with OpenAI to power iOS 18 features.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Apple Podcasts adds new wellbeing category
In time for Mental Health Awareness Month, Apple Podcasts is shining light on a new category of podcasts to listen to.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Everything you need to know
Apple Vision Pro is out in America, but what about the rest of the world? Here's everything we know about Vision Pro and when it's coming to the U.K., Canada, Australia, and Europe.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow Announced, Coming Exclusively To Meta Quest 3
Batman returns...to a Quest 3 headset near you.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Here Are The Meta Quest+ Monthly Subscription Games For May 2024
The Meta Quest+ games for May 2024 are now available.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.04.30): Apple Vision Pro sales decrease, Meta creates hype for its AR glasses, and more!
This summary comes a bit later than usual because I've been busy writing a very long post to celebrate my ten years in XR! It's incredible to have been here for such a long time... and to have written more than 350 of these roundups of news. I hope in these 10 years to have done at least something good for you of the XR communities. I hope we'll do also the next 10 years together...
May 1st, 2024 — Source

These new AAA Quest 3 games prove why you should stop buying the Quest 2
Next-gen exclusive games are already here with more on the way.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

New VR Games & Releases May 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PSVR 2 & More
After some new VR games in May 2024? Here are our monthly highlights.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Upcoming VR Games 2024: New Releases On Quest, PC VR, PSVR 2 & More
Searching for new VR games in 2024 and beyond? You're in the right place.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 30th, 2024

Agent Simulator Offers Secret Agent Training With A VR FPS On Quest
Agent Simulator promises action-packed secret agent training through a VR FPS, and it's available now on Quest.
April 30th, 2024 — Source

C-Smash VRS Adds Time Attack Mode On Quest, PSVR 2 & Pico
C-Smash VRS, the cosmic racket sports game, gets a new 'Time Attack' mode today on all platforms.
April 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Helldivers 2' Fan Trailer Shows How Intense It Could be in VR
Helldivers 2 (2024) doesn't have VR support yet, official or otherwise, although this new fan-made trailer shows just how immersive it could be.
April 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 29th, 2024

How To Install macOS Sonoma 14.5 Public and Developer Beta
Interested to download the latest macOS Sonoma 14.5 Public and Developer Beta versions? As of writing, Apple hasn't listed the new features yet, but you can try out these new releases yourself. See if there are any user-facing features that pique your interest.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

How To Install visionOS 1.2 Public and Developer Beta
Have you tried the latest visionOS 1.2 Public and Developer Beta versions? Apple fans are excited about the further enhancements of spatial computing features like Personas and EyeSight. The specifics are still unfolding, but you can already experience the changes first-hand as a beta tester.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Mosyle launches Mosyle Fuse MSP to bring a single pane of glass approach to Apple managed service providers
Today, Mosyle has announced the launch of Mosyle Fuse MSP. This first solution integrates five critical management and security applications into a product specifically designed for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Combining mobile device management, endpoint security, internet privacy and security, and identity and application management, Mosyle Fuse is aiming to make it easier for MSPs to deploy, manage, and protect customer Apple devices at work.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

No new Vision Pro before late 2026, and declining demand -- neither matters
Mark Gurman's latest Power On newsletter suggests that Apple isn't expected to launch a new Vision Pro (or Vision something) model until the end of 2026.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro 2 Reportedly Set For Late 2026, Apple Struggling To Make Cheaper Headset First
Vision Pro 2 is set for late 2026 and Apple is struggling to make a cheaper headset first, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

What long-standing Apple bug most bugs you? This is mine ...
While shiny new features are lovely, what I find most frustrating with Apple OS updates is when a long-standing bug doesn't get fixed ... update after update after update.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Which MacBook Model to Buy in 2024
Deciding on the perfect MacBook for your needs in 2024 can seem daunting with the variety of options available. Whether you're budget-conscious or seeking top-tier performance, understanding the differences in pricing, features, and capabilities of each model will guide you to make an informed choice.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 27th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro In-Depth Survey Sent Out To Customers, Shortly After Company Reportedly Cut Production Of Its Mixed-Reality Headset
Apple Vision Pro surveys have been sent out to users ever since the headset launched earlier this year, but on this occasion, the company has sent customers a multitude of questions, wanting to learn about their experience and usage habits.
April 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 26th, 2024

3v3 VR Brawler 'Brazen Blaze' Begins New Open Beta On Quest & Steam
Brazen Blaze, a melee-focused 3v3 VR multiplayer game, begins a new open beta on Quest & Steam.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Alien: Rogue Incursion Announced For Quest 3, PlayStation VR2, And PC VR
Alien: Rogue Incursion was just announced, a new made-for-VR game in the Alien franchise.
April 26th, 2024 — Source or Source

It doesn't matter how many Vision Pro headsets Apple sells
Can we all just calm down a bit?
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Head Of AR Glasses Hardware Claims They're As Mindblowing As The Original Oculus Rift
Meta's Head of AR Glasses Hardware claims they give the same "Oh my God, wow! I can't believe this!" reaction as the original Oculus Rift.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Head of AR Hardware Teases Next-gen Transparent AR Glasses with Wide Field-of-view
Meta is full steam ahead on its mixed reality platform, however Head of AR Glasses hardware Caitlin Kalinowski says in a new interview with Android Central that its first augmented reality glasses will offer a real "wow" moment to users thanks to its "high field of view immersion."
April 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 24th, 2024

Analyst: Vision Pro Demand Fell "sharply beyond expectations," Leading Apple to Reduce Shipments for International Debut
Independent tech analyst Ming-Chi Kuo maintains Apple may be reducing Vision Pro shipments for its international debut by a wide margin due to demand falling "sharply beyond expectations" in the US market.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple cuts Vision Pro shipments as the market demand falls lower than expected
Apple recently announced its first generation-mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro. During its initial days, the overall sales and demand for the device were on the higher side. The increasing hype of the product on the internet made the brand believe that the device would sell like a hotcake.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Reportedly Slashes Apple Vision Pro Shipments Due to Unexpectedly Low Demand
Heads-up.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple slashes Vision Pro production, might cancel 2025 model in response to plummeting demand
Apple appears to be the only one surprised by this
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro FAQ: Price, features, hands-on insights, and everything you need to know
Is Apple's spatial computing headset worth the price? Can you try it before buying? ZDNET answers all your burning questions.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro figures are reportedly at half of expected shipments — 'there may be no new Vision Pro model in 2025'
Apple Vision Pro could be in trouble.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset Has Reportedly Been Met With Low Demand Since Launch
Amidst claims of Apple Vision Pro production numbers being cut, the cheaper version of the headset may not arrive in 2025.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Former Magic Leapers launch a platform for AR experiences
When Trace's future co-founders Greg Tran, Martin Smith and Sean Couture joined Magic Leap in spring/summer of 2015, it was about as hot as startups come. After years of secrecy, the augmented reality company captured Silicon Valley's imagination with in-device footage, before capping the year with an $827 million raise.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

New tech could help traveling VR gamers experience 'ludicrous speed' without motion sickness
Vehicle passengers using VR headsets to pass the time during travel could be set to enjoy games which move at 'ludicrous speed' without experiencing motion sickness, researchers say.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

MudRunner VR Slides Onto Quest Headsets Soon
MudRunner VR adapts the off-roading vehicle sim for virtual reality, and it's "coming soon" to Quest.
April 24th, 2024 — Source or Source

Stride: Fates Takes VR Parkour To PSVR 2 & Steam This May
Stride: Fates brings action parkour to PSVR 2 and PC VR next month.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Virtual reality can motivate people to donate to refugee crises regardless of politics
Political conservatives who watched a documentary on Syrian refugees with a virtual reality headset had far more sympathy for the people depicted in the film than those who viewed the same film on a two-dimensional computer screen.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 22nd, 2024

An Apple Vision Pro headset helped this Brazilian surgeon repair an injured shoulder like never before
An Apple Vision Pro popped up in a Brazilian operating theater.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

ASUS, Lenovo & Xbox Are All Making XR Headsets Running Meta's New Third-party Friendly Operating System
Meta today announced it's opening its operating system to third-parties, and has named three heavy weights that have pledged support for its newly renamed Meta Horizon OS: Asus, Lenovo, and Microsoft's Xbox.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

CONVRGENCE Mixes FPS Survival With Horror On SteamVR Today
CONVRGENCE is a post-apocalyptic VR survival shooter reaching Steam Early Access today.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Customers Are Losing Interest in Apple Vision Pro Ahead of International Launch
People seem to be losing interest in Apple Vision Pro, Apple's mixed reality headset. The company announced it during WWDC 2023, and it became available in the United States in February of this year. Since then, people could go in-store to try a demo, as well as buy them in person and online.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Initial enthusiasm for Apple Vision Pro wanes
Bloomberg News' Mark Gurman writes this week that "it feels like the Vision Pro is following the same script as every VR headset to come before it" as initial enthusiasm from early adopters dies out.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Introducing Our Open Mixed Reality Ecosystem
Today, we're taking a major step toward our vision for a more open computing platform for the metaverse. We're opening up the operating system that powers our Meta Quest devices to third-party hardware makers, giving developers a larger ecosystem to build for and ultimately creating more choice for consumers.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Mannequin Offers Social VR Stealth On Quest App Lab This May
Mannequin, a social VR stealth game, sneaks onto Quest App Lab next month.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Affirms it Will Continue Making Quest Headsets Even as it Offers OS to (select) Third Parties
Meta says that even though third-parties will be making headsets with Quest OS (now called Horizon OS) the company will continue to develop its line of Quest headsets.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Expands Its Mixed Reality Beyond the Quest Headsets
Meta opened the Quest Horizon OS to others, and now VR headsets from Asus, Lenovo and even an Xbox variant are on the way.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Is Getting Rid Of Quest's App Lab And Opening Up The Store
Meta says it will get rid of Quest's unlisted App Lab and instead make the store much more open.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta is Opening Quest's Operating System to Third-party Headsets, Marking a Massive Shift in Strategy
Today Meta made what is likely to be an industry-altering announcement: it plans to open up the Quest operating system to third-party device makers. Asus, Lenovo, and Xbox have been tapped to create new headsets built on the operating system which is being branded 'Meta Horizon OS'.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta opens Quest OS to third parties, including ASUS and Lenovo
There's also a limited edition Meta Quest coming that's "inspired" by Xbox.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Source

Meta Partnering With Microsoft's Xbox To Make A "Limited Edition" Quest Headset
Meta is partnering with Microsoft's Xbox to create a "limited edition Meta Quest" headset.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Plans to Blur Barriers Between App Lab and Horizon Store, Court Android App Developers
As part of Meta's huge announcement today, the company says its rebranding the Quest Store to the Meta Horizon Store. In doing so, the company plans to make it easier for developers to get their content onto the platform.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Rebranding Quest Software Horizon OS, Will Run On New Headsets From ASUS, Lenovo, More
Meta is rebranding its Quest software platform to Meta Horizon OS, and making it available to select third-party headset makers.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta wants to be the Microsoft of headsets
By licensing its Horizon OS to Lenovo, Asus, and others, Meta wants to be for headsets what Microsoft was for PCs.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Multiplayer Mixed Reality Laser Tag Comes to Quest App Lab in 'Laser Limbo'
Laser Limbo is a mixed reality game for now in early access on Quest App Lab that brings a host of laser tag-style games to your home, playable either in single or multiplayer.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New Triceratops Forest Episode Of Prehistoric Planet Immersive Out Now On Apple Vision Pro
Prehistoric Planet Immersive is an Apple Immersive Video documentary series directed by Jon Favreau, based on his existing flatscreen Apple TV+ series Prehistoric Planet.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

New 'Zombie Army VR' Trailer Shows Off Explosive Story Campaign
Rebellion, developer behind cult horror shooter series Zombie Army, is getting ready to release the franchise's first VR game on all major headsets this year, and it's pumping the hype with a new trailer that showcases the upcoming co-op story campaign.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Prop Hunt-style VR Multiplayer 'Mannequin' Heads Into Early Access on Quest Next Month
Fast Travel Games announced it's bringing Mannequin, the upcoming asymmetrical stealth social VR game, into early access on Quest via App Lab starting next month.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Quest v64 Brought Two Undocumented Features: Furniture Recognition & Multimodal In Home
The Quest v64 update brought two undocumented major new features.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

The Meta Quest just became the Pixel of VR headsets
Meta is becoming the Android of virtual reality, with Meta Horizon OS bringing more varieties of open-source VR gaming headsets.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Demand Dwindles As Customer Interest Dropped After Initial Hype
Apple's Vision Pro headset took the AR market by storm with its stunning looks and advanced technology underneath. While the headset had a solid start, the traction has reduced over time, potentially due to its hefty price tag and minimal real-world use cases. Prominent industry analyst claims that the demand for Vision Pro demos has greatly reduced, highlighting poor demand for the headset after initial hype.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

YouTube Now Supports 8K 360° & 180° 3D Videos On Quest 3
At 8K, 2D 360° videos have enough pixels to almost match the Quest 3's display angular resolution, and 2D 180° videos will far exceed it. For 3D content, 8K 180° videos almost match Quest 3's display but 3D 360° videos are still be far below.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 19th, 2024

Big Shots Brings Co-Op Mech Roguelite Action To VR
VR mech roguelite Big Shots brings cross-platform co-op to Steam, PSVR 2 and Quest.
April 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Formula 1 Racing Game 'F1 24' Revealed, Offering PC VR Support at Launch Next Month
Codemasters and EA revealed its next official video game of the Formula One World Championship, F1 24, which includes VR support when it launched on PC next month.
April 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meta permanently slashes the Quest 2's price again, dropping it to an all-time low
For the second time this year, Meta has permanently cut the price of its second-generation VR headset.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

My partner became a Minecraft addict because of XREAL's AR glasses — And I previewed the next generation at GDC
XREAL was the first AR experience for both me and my partner, and it turned her into a Minecraft addict.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

SOUL COVENANT Review -- Ineffectual Melee Sandwiched in a Very Skippable Story
SOUL COVENANT is an action RPG from the core members who brought you the SOUL SACRIFICE series. While the game does a few things to translate the franchises's melee combat and giant monsters into a VR-native experience, adherence to the series' repetitive wave-based missions and clunky narrative style takes it one step too many from feeling like a fresh and modern immersive experience.
April 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Strayed Is A Rust-Inspired VR Multiplayer Survival Game On Quest & Steam
Rust-inspired VR multiplayer survival game 'Strayed' reaches Quest App Lab and Steam Early Access today.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

YouTube VR brings 8K video streaming to Meta Quest 3
Earlier this month, the Meta Quest 3 headset was reported to receive the lying down mode with the Meta Quest OS v64 update. This feature makes it more comfortable to work with more static content such as streaming videos.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 17th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro will soon be able to emulate Nintendo's biggest failure — enjoy the best Wario Land game that no one has played
A VR predecessor.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

COLD VR's Core Tenet Is SUPERHOT VR In Reverse
COLD VR promises SUPERHOT in reverse by freezing time as you move, and a Steam demo is now available.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Downtown Club Racing Game Steers Onto Quest App Lab This June In Early Access
Downtown Club, a VR racing game with full physical controls, launches in early access this June on Quest App Lab.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

EU privacy body adopts view on Meta's controversial 'consent or pay' tactic
Incoming guidance by an expert steering body on European Union data protection law could have major implications for Meta's advertising business model. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has decided that large platforms such as Facebook and Instagram cannot force a "binary" pay or consent choice on users, Politico reported on Wednesday, citing two people with direct knowledge of the decision.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Future Apple Vision Pro might become a next-gen health assistant
Apple is working on tech for wearable gadgets such as the Apple Vision Pro that tracks and analyzes biometric data and location to offer customized and potentially life-saving guidance.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

LastPass review -- Does the original password manager still have what it takes?
LastPass was once king of the hill, but has the crown fallen?
April 17th, 2024 — Source

OpenXR 1.1 Update Shows Industry Consensus on Key Technical Features
OpenXR, the open standard that creates a standardized way for XR hardware and applications to interface, has seen its first major update. OpenXR 1.1 evolves the standard by incorporating new functionality that was important to the industry but previously not standardized.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft's OneNote experience is natively available on the Apple Vision Pro with support for Copilot and 2FA to follow
Microsoft recently announced the native availability of its productivity note-taking app, OneNote, on Apple's Vision Pro headset. The tech giant is finally delivering on its promise to bring more apps to the augmented headset. At launch, the entry shipped with 7 Microsoft productivity apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Synth Riders '80s Mixtape Comes To Vision Pro, Steam, & Quest 3
Synth Riders invites you to Take On Me with its 80s Mixtape, launching this week on most VR headsets.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Demos Will Soon Include the Option to Watch Your Own Spatial Videos Before Buying
Apple will soon allow users to upload their own spatial videos to Vision Pro demo units in hopes to really drive home the headset's value proposition.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Wolvic WebXR Browser Switching To Chromium To Close Performance Gap With Quest Browser
The Wolvic XR browser is switching its engine from Gecko to Chromium.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

You can now watch YouTube VR videos in 8K on your Meta Quest 3
If you use YouTube VR on Meta's newest headset, you may notice a big jump in quality for some videos.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 15th, 2024

5 Best Roblox VR Games to Play in 2024
Floating hands is the way to go.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

International singers gather on Alternate Metaverse Grid for first annual International Day
Alternate Metaverse Grid celebrated its first annual International Day on Thursday, March 7: Celebrating International Diversity on OpenSim.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Meta is making it easier to bring Quest headsets into the classroom
Meta is launching a new, unnamed product for educators later this year.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Meta's new Quest 3 room scanning update is pure magic
The headset can now automatically map and identify objects in your room.
April 15th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New Education Product for Quest Devices Will Help Teachers Bring Subjects to Life in New Ways
Of all the ways in which metaverse technologies like virtual, mixed and augmented reality could prove to be transformative, the potential they have for education is one of the most exciting.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Social AR: how to design a gathering in mixed reality (e.g. with Spatial Personas)
Social VR is one of the big trends of virtual reality: people are meeting inside virtual spaces in Rec Room, VRChat, and other similar applications to have fun together or just talk. But now the hype is on mixed reality so, we should also start thinking about how it is meeting people in augmented spaces.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

The Flip Is A Left 4 Dead-Inspired VR Co-Op Shooter Reaching Quest Soon
The Flip is a new Left 4 Dead-inspired VR zombie multiplayer shooter coming to Quest soon.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Wolvic WebXR Browser Switching To Chromium To Close Performance Gap With Quest Browser
The Wolvic XR browser is switching its engine from Gecko to Chromium.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 12th, 2024

Environment understanding for mixed reality: why it is important and why it should improve
These days I'm experimenting with the development of mixed reality applications, and on Quest I've so been playing around with environment understanding, seeing the good and the bad of Meta's approach on this topic. In this article, I will explain to you where we are at, and what we have to change to make mixed reality truly useful.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

These Meta Quest games are channeling Wii Sports in the best way
Easy-to-learn, hard-to-master games are the best.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Varjo's Enterprise Cloud XR Streaming Platform Now Supports Quest 3 and Quest Pro
Varjo announced it's now supporting Quest 3 and Quest Pro for its cloud XR streaming platform 'Reality Cloud', which lets professionals stream and share immersive 3D content rendered on cloud-based GPUs.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Why you'll need a VPN for the Vision Pro (and other XR headsets)
Gaming aside, what's the universal killer app for these novelty devices? The answer is exactly where a VPN comes in.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Will Vision Pro replace the iPhone? PhoneArena launches long-form video show
There's so much happening in our industry each day that we rarely allow ourselves to stop for a few moments and have the deep conversations about the tech products we're all so passionate about. And we figured: hey, now's the perfect time to create exactly such an opportunity with a brand new video series!
April 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 11th, 2024

Call Apple Vision Pro a flop at your own risk
Apple's newest device isn't setting the world on fire, but it's going to take a while to reach a verdict.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Google Confirms "AR Announcements" Coming At I/O In May As Android XR Reveal Expected
Google is expected to reveal more details about the Android XR platform it's working on for Samsung's upcoming headset.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Masters Of Light Defends The Galaxy In A New VR Hand-Tracking Adventure
Masters of Light, a hand-tracking action-adventure VR game, reaches Quest next month.
April 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Miniclip Acquires PowerWash Simulator VR Studio FuturLab
PowerWash Simulator VR studio FuturLab has been acquired by the Miniclip Group.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Nope Challenge Gamifies Facing Your Phobias In VR On Quest
Nope Challenge gamifies facing your fears while giving you an escape on Quest soon.
April 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Township Tale' Studio Reveals Glimpse of Next Project, a "dark fantasy VR game"
Studio Alta, the developer behind open-world RPG A Township Tale (2021), announced it has a new title in the works, this time focusing on a "dark fantasy game" exclusive to VR headsets.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Toy Monsters Brings MR Tower Defence To Quest Today
Toy Monsters, a Plants vs. Zombies-inspired tower defence game in mixed reality, hits the main Quest Store today.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

These Meta Quest games are channeling Wii Sports in the best way
Easy-to-learn, hard-to-master games are the best.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

VR Skater Gets A Standalone Version On Quest & Pico
VR Skater: SL offers a standalone version of the skateboarding sim, and it's available now on Quest and Pico.
April 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 10th, 2024

Apple @ Work: Do your Macs need malware protection at work?
Apple @ Work is brought to you by Kolide by 1Password, the device trust solution that ensures that if a device isn't secure, it can't access your apps. Close the Zero Trust access gap for Okta.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

Dyson's clever new AR tool ensures you never miss a spot when vacuuming
Compatible with the latest Dyson vacuums, the CleanTrace app leverages your smartphone sensors for more efficient cleaning.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

How To Install visionOS 1.1.2 on Your Apple Vision Pro
Unsurprisingly, the tech community is divided on the Apple Vision Pro. Some believe it's an innovative device that can shape the future, while others think it's just another gimmick. Regardless of your opinions, it's no secret that the first visionOS versions were buggy. The good news, however, is that Apple quickly addresses these issues.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

Riven's Remake Is Bringing Back The Original Creative Team
Riven's VR remake reunites the original creative team, with Cyan Worlds co-founder Robyn Miller returning as the soundtrack composer.
April 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Survey shows a spike in the use of VR devices by teens in the US
A Gen Z survey report published today reveals that the use of VR devices has grown among teenagers in the US. The survey further revealed that at least 33% of teens in the US own VR devices, of which 13% use them at least once a week.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

The Supercut Vision Pro app provides Netflix and Prime Video
Apple forayed into the world of mixed reality when it announced the Vision Pro last year. One of the best experiences of the Apple Vision Pro headset is watching videos. However, two of the popular streaming platforms including Netflix and Amazon Prime don't even provide dedicated apps for it. However, an Australian developer has released a Supercut Netflix Vision Pro app to let you enjoy the content of these platforms.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

These incredible X-ray scans show off Vision Pro's brilliant complexity
We already knew Apple Vision Pro was more cutting-edge than the Meta Quest 3, but these imges are still a sight to behold.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

TSMC's Next-Generation Chip Technology for Apple Silicon on Schedule
Apple chipmaker TSMC is making progress toward manufacturing 2nm and 1.4nm chips that are likely destined for future generations of Apple silicon, DigiTimes reports.
April 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 5th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro could bring back the heyday of couch co-op games — is this the best use case for the mixed-reality headset yet?
PLUS! Some players have managed to play Call of Duty on Apple Vision Pro together and we have spotted the best GameBoy cartridge player for Mac.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro owners now have more decent controller options
Various models by 8bitdo are compatible with the headset.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Best Apple Vision Pro apps
What does Apple Vision Pro actually do? Thanks to these visionOS app developers, the answer is a lot. While it's not a comprehensive list of every visionOS app, these are some of the many experiences possible on Apple Vision Pro!
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Complete guide to Vision Pro streaming: When to use Apple TV, Safari, and apps
Streaming services are a mess on visionOS at launch, but you can fix that by knowing when to use which apps.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Homeworld VR space adventure launching this year on Meta Quest
The beloved Homeworld series is expanding into new territories with 'Homeworld: Vast Reaches,' a game designed for Virtual Reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR) environments. Set to launch in 2024, this title is a collaborative effort between FarBridge and Gearbox Entertainment, aiming to bring a fresh, immersive experience to the Meta Quest 2 and the anticipated Meta Quest 3 headsets.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

How to make an Augmented Virtuality app for Quest in Unity
A few days ago I posted this video on my social media channels where I poured some biscuits from a real-world biscuit box into my VR kitchen to have some breakfast:
April 5th, 2024 — Source

The best VR headsets for 2024
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro is Hands-down the Best Movie Experience You Can Have on a Plane
After an eight hour flight, I can say that Apple has largely nailed the Vision Pro use-case of movie watching on a plane. But a few key improvements stand to make it more widely appealing.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 4th, 2024

Fall Guys Inspired Sky Climb Reaches Main Quest Store Today
Fall Guys-inspired Sky Climb reaches the main Quest Store today, and a PSVR 2 release isn't far behind.
April 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Homeworld is coming to VR this year
FarBridge and Gearbox Entertainment have partnered to present Homeworld: Vast Reaches, a new instalment in the Homeworld franchise that reimagines strategic space combat for Virtual and Mixed Reality.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Niantic brings 8th Wall Metaversal Deployment support to Apple Vision Pro
Niantic announced this week that it's rolling out support for its 8th Wall Metaversal Deployment to the Apple Vision Pro spatial computer, allowing mixed reality app developers to deploy them more easily to the Vision Pro without having to do as much extra coding.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Silent Slayer Hands-On: Schell Games Builds Tension While Hunting Vampires
Silent Slayer may be a stationary game, designed to be played while sitting down, but that didn't stop me from breaking a sweat as I tried to end vampires in their sleep.
April 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Someone built an Apple Vision Pro using a box of scrap parts and it turned out better (and worse) than you might expect
An amazing and terrible achievement.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Swarm 2 Hands-On: A Roguelike Spider-Man With Guns
It's pretty easy to describe the Swarm series as Spider-Man with guns. But how exactly does Swarm 2 build on the original? Read on for our hands-on impressions.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Take Your Platforming to New Heights in the Gravity Defying 'Sky Climb,' Out Now on Meta Quest
Prepare to embark on an epic, colorful adventure through the clouds in Sky Climb, an all-new made-for-VR platformer out now on Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro.
April 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ten years later, Facebook's Oculus acquisition hasn't changed the world as expected
Has Zuckerberg's promise of world-changing technology arrived?
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Unlocking the Magic of visionOS
Ever dreamed of building iOS apps that truly connect with users, pushing the boundaries of accessibility, immersion, and creativity? visionOS:Beyond the Basics is your next favorite course to make that dream a reality.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 2nd, 2024

Apple Releases First Beta of visionOS 1.2 to Developers
Apple today released the first beta of an upcoming visionOS 1.2 update to developers, allowing them to test new features ahead of the software seeing a public launch. The ‌visionOS‌ 1.2 beta comes a month after the release of visionOS 1.1.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple releases first betas for iOS 17.5, macOS 14.5, visionOS 1.2, and more
Miss living on beta? All aboard the iOS 17.5 beta train. After a few too many weeks with no developer beta, Apple has released the first iOS 17.5 beta for testing. The full list of beta releases today includes Apple's other platforms as well:
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple releases Spatial Personas betas for visionOS 1.1
Apple has released Spatial Personas within the Personas beta for all Vision Pro users running visionOS 1.1.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro's Persona feature gets collaborative
Much like the headset for which they were designed, Apple's Personas are very much a work in progress. The original version of the beta avatars were — is "nightmarish" too strong a word? A subsequent update has made them more palatable and truer to life, and Apple says it's continuing to work on the 3D captures.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Hands-on: Apple Upgrades Personas for True Face-to-face Chats on Vision Pro
Apple today released 'Spatial Personas' in public beta on Vision Pro. The newly upgraded avatar system can now bring people right into your room. We got an early look.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

How to take screenshots and record video on Vision Pro
The process is similar to taking screenshots and screen recordings on iPhone.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

I watched my favorite TV show on Apple Vision Pro and it was glorious, strange, and tiring
The future of television? I watched one of the best TV shows on Vision Pro, enjoying spectacular immersion and facing real discomforts.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Meta now requires users to verify their age to use its Quest VR headsets
During the congressional online safety hearing in January, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argued that mobile app store providers like Apple and Google should be the ones to implement parental controls for social media. Now, it appears Meta is using its Quest VR store to demonstrate how it thinks devices with app stores should approach online age verification.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

New iOS 18 leak hints at an Apple Vision Pro-inspired redesign for the iPhone as WWDC preview nears
Apple Vision Pro set the standard.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.04.02): Oculus's acquisition anniversary, Apple WWDC announcement, and more!
Easter has just gone by, and I hope that whether you celebrate it or not, you had a wonderful Sunday together with the people you love. I've personally enjoyed some time together with my relatives and also had a lot of good food (including a pistachio-flavored Easter cake).
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Viture One Lite Review: Immersive AX/AR Glasses For A Nearsighted Future
Viture is a relatively new name to the world of XR glasses and only arrived on the scene last year with the flagship Viture One. Beginning its journey from Kickstarter, which is no small achievement in itself, the upstart went right for the summit from the get-go.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source