This week, many outlets began posting new hands-on previews for Valve's upcoming handheld gaming PC, the Steam Deck. Interestingly, one of these previews took an interesting turn, suggesting that the Steam Deck APU could also be repurposed to power a standalone VR headset. Valve launched its own high-end VR headset, …
Read More »Resident Evil 4 VR is exclusive to the Quest 2
There is nothing more fitting than a horror video game and an October release date. Such is the case with resident Evil 4 VR, which has now been confirmed to be releasing next month, offering a whole new way to play this classic survival horror title – though only for …
Read More »Apple’s AR/VR headset may not be standalone after all
We've known for a long time now that Apple is working on its own virtual reality and augmented reality hardware. The first Apple headset is rumoured to be launching in the next year or two, boasting high-end features like eye-tracking technology, ultra high resolution displays and more. There may be …
Read More »PSVR2’s unannounced specs “make it look even better”
While Sony has officially confirmed that a second generation PSVR headset is in development, the console manufacturer has offered sparing details on what fans can expect. Leaked details, such as eye tracking and more, make the headset seem mighty impressive, however there are reportedly even more yet-to-be-leaked details which “make …
Read More »Dev claims that Valve cancelled all VR projects, as PCVR is said to be “dead”
Virtual Reality as a gaming platform is in an interesting position. While headsets are becoming powerful enough to allow developers to build complex and full worlds which rival that of regular video games, the market itself is still evolving and changing, with no clear idea of what the future of …
Read More »Oculus Quest 2’s base storage to be doubled to 128GB
The Oculus Quest 2 quickly became one of the most popular VR headsets following its release late last year, thanks to its solid hardware and relatively cheap price. One of the system’s few downsides was its base storage, which offered just 64GB. Now, it seems as though Oculus and Facebook …
Read More »VR exclusives Moss and GORN both sold over 1 million copies
In the gaming industry, the gold standard for a successful game typically rests at 1 million copies sold. This is even more so applicable to VR titles which have a significantly smaller install base. Even so, a few select games have hit this major milestone, with two new titles joining …
Read More »Moss: Book II announced for PSVR
Moss was one of the PSVR’s biggest and most well received VR titles, letting players “meet Quill, a mouse with dreams of greatness. While exploring the woods, she finds a mysterious Glass Relic and an ancient magic is awakened”. At the recent State of Play (which also saw Death Stranding: …
Read More »The Oculus Rift S is no longer available
Shortly after announcing the Oculus Quest 2 last year, Facebook confirmed that the new standalone VR headset would replace the original Quest and eventually, the Rift S too. We’ve now reached the end of the Oculus Rift S lifecycle, with stock finally running out on the Oculus Store. Back in …
Read More »Developer backtracks after agreeing to test Facebook’s VR ads
Earlier this month, Facebook announced plans to begin testing advertisements inside Oculus Quest apps. These new in-VR ads would be tested across a few different apps and games, leading to a wave of negative reviews for certain titles and forcing at least on developer to reconsider. Facebook's VR ads won't …
Read More »Facebook will now insert ads into Oculus apps
Facebook’s acquisition of Oculus back in 2014 brought with it a number of benefits, but also a number of concerns. Facebook’s status as a tech giant has allowed for great strides in the VR platform to be made, with Oculus continually innovating. However, it has also tied the platform closer …
Read More »Red Dead Redemption 2 playable in VR thanks to new mod
While there was some evidence that Rockstar was experimenting with Virtual Reality while developing Red Dead Redemption 2, no official VR mode has ever been released. Fortunately, modders are stepping in to fill the void. As one of the most immersive games ever made, Red Dead Redemption 2 is a …
Read More »HTC announces VIVE Pro 2 VR headset with 5K/120Hz display
Today, HTC announced its latest flagship VR headset – the HTC VIVE Pro 2. The new headset looks very similar to the original Vive Pro, but introduces several improvements, including higher resolution displays with higher refresh rates. The Vive Pro 2 features a 5K resolution display, so 2.5K per eye …
Read More »The PSVR2 will reportedly feature gaze tracking, headset haptics and more
Following its modest success, the first generation PlayStation VR headset was confirmed to be getting a successor for the PlayStation 5. While Sony themselves released some information on the next-gen controllers, new sources have leaked details on the headset itself, which is said to include a 4K resolution display, gaze …
Read More »HTC says its award winning Vive Air is only a concept design, not a real product
Yesterday a brand new HTC VR headset was revealed – the VIVE Air. The leak came via an awards website, as the HTC Vive Air won in a product design category. However, according to HTC, this headset isn't actually a real product. You would think that if a design was …
Read More »HTC Vive Air VR headset leaks via awards site
It looks like HTC will have a new standalone, wireless VR headset launching soon. Recently, an awards website leaked the HTC Vive Air, an unannounced VR headset. The iF World Design Guide awards posted images for the HTC Vive Air this week ahead of an official announcement from HTC. As …
Read More »There won’t be an Oculus Quest Pro or a Quest 3 headset anytime soon
The Oculus Quest 2 has been a huge success for Facebook so far and it looks like it won't be replaced anytime soon. Recently, Oculus confirmed that there are tentative plans for a ‘Quest Pro' headset, but it won't be coming in 2021. During a Twitter Q&A session with Oculus …
Read More »Oculus Quest 2 can now play PC VR games wirelessly
Shortly after the launch of the Oculus Quest 2, a software update enabled Oculus Link, allowing the headset to be hooked up to a PC to play VR games. Now, Oculus Link is getting another upgrade, removing the need for a cable at all. Today Oculus has announced Air Link …
Read More »Oculus is hosting its first games showcase next week
It has been a while since we last had some big VR games to look forward to, but that will be changing soon. This week, Oculus announced its first games showcase, during which we'll see new footage for anticipated VR games like Lone Echo 2, as well as some new …
Read More »Oculus co-founder confirms Facebook cancelled Rift 2 shortly before production
As we learned yesterday, the Oculus Rift line of VR headsets is no more. Once current units of the Rift S are gone, there will be no more stock and we're unlikely to see a Rift 2. Interestingly, a Rift 2 had been developed and was nearing production, but Facebook …
Read More »The Oculus Rift S has been discontinued
Shortly after announcing the Oculus Quest 2 last year, Facebook confirmed that the new standalone VR headset would replace the original Quest and eventually, the Rift S too. We're now coming to the end of the Oculus Rift S life cycle, with Facebook confirming that it will no longer be …
Read More »Niantic is working on its own Augmented Reality glasses
A few weeks ago, Niantic head, John Hanke, appeared at Microsoft Ignite to discuss the HoloLens, Augmented Reality and showcase a small Pokémon AR demo. As it turns out, Niantic has bigger plans beyond partnering with Microsoft, as Hanke is now teasing Niantic Augmented Reality glasses. This week, Hanke took …
Read More »Oculus Quest 2 has outsold all previous Oculus headsets combined
In the lead-up to the launch of the Oculus Quest 2, Facebook made it clear that Quest would be the main focus moving forward, cutting out the Rift and Go headsets. This focus on one headset seems to be paying off already, as the Quest 2 has outsold all other …
Read More »Valve celebrates Half-Life: Alyx one-year anniversary with sale and mod recommendations
Given everything that happened last year, it can be easy to forget that Valve shipped Half-Life Alyx in 2020. This week, the game officially turns one-year old and Valve is celebrating that anniversary with the game's biggest discount to date. If you are currently stuck at home with a VR …
Read More »Apple’s AR/VR headset will apparently weigh less than an iPhone 12
It is no secret that Apple is working on an Augmented Reality headset. While the original source of some of these leaks may have been caught out at this point, there is still new information flowing from insiders. This time around, reports indicate that Apple's mixed reality headset will be …
Read More »Valve patent suggests wireless add-on coming for Valve Index VR headset
We may have our first look at the next upgrade for the Valve Index VR headset. This week, Valve filed a patent application for a new adjustable headstrap with a wireless module. The Valve Index is one of the best VR headsets for PC gaming, but it still has the …
Read More »Xbox may be working on a VR headset
While companies such as Valve, PlayStation and even Nintendo have tried their hands at virtual reality, Microsoft has stayed far away from the technology, especially with regards to Xbox. That being said, the console manufacturer may in fact be working on a headset, based on a reference made in the …
Read More »The Oculus Quest 2 is already the most used VR headset on Steam
The Oculus Quest 1 shook the virtual reality platform by introducing a viable and competitive standalone VR headset. This was doubly the case with the Quest 2, which launched last October. Adoption of the Quest 2 has been quick, with the headset already becoming the most used VR headset on …
Read More »System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition will have full VR support
Nightdive Studios has been quietly working away on System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition for a couple of years now alongside a complete remake of the original System Shock. One of the big bonuses coming with System Shock 2's remaster is VR support, which the developers have now confirmed after initially …
Read More »Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond might be the most demanding VR game to date
Respawn Entertainment is testing out new waters next week with the launch of Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond – the studio's first VR game. Unfortunately, it is looking to be one of the most demanding titles to date, with very high recommended system requirements and a massive download size. …
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