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Meta Quest has rolled out its v57 update, marking a significant enhancement in user experience for VR enthusiasts. This update, although a bit more subtle compared to its predecessor, brings forth a slew of features and improvements, focusing on avatar customization, user interface rebranding, and a refined approach to mixed reality apps. Expanded Avatar Customization: The v57 update introduces an enhanced Meta Avatar editor, allowing users to fine-tune various aspects of their avatars, such as hair and eyebrow color, skin tone, and the addition of makeup and face paint. This enhancement aims to enable users to create avatars that are…
Mastiff and CharacterBank collaborate to bring the award-winning action RPG to PS VR2, complete with all updates and DLCs. Mastiff has announced that RUINSMAGUS, the first-person action RPG that launched about a year ago for Meta Quest 2 and Steam VR, will be making its way to PlayStation VR2 on September 19. This newest edition will launch as RUINSMAGUS: COMPLETE, offering a more immersive and feature-rich experience than ever before. RUINSMAGUS is an anime-inspired action RPG that aims to redefine the genre with innovative VR controls and a highly immersive world. As a member of the prestigious RUINSMAGUS Guild, players…
A New Chapter Today marks a significant milestone for Tomorrow Games and their flagship title, Grapple Tournament. The adrenaline-packed VR arcade shooter has officially transitioned to a Free-To-Play model, opening its doors to a broader audience and setting the stage for an even more vibrant and competitive community. Why Free-To-Play? Grapple Tournament has been a labor of love for Tomorrow Games, developed part-time over three years as their dream project. The decision to go Free-To-Play is a strategic move aimed at expanding the game’s reach and filling up lobbies with eager players ready to grapple, shoot, and score. A Reward…
The High-Octane VR Shooter Returns Home with Enhanced Features Today is the day VR enthusiasts and first-person shooter fans have been waiting for: ALVO, the action-packed military shooter, is now officially available on PlayStation VR2. This marks a milestone for OutsideIn Entertainment, bringing their flagship title back to where it all started—PlayStation VR. Back to Its Roots with Cutting-Edge Upgrades ALVO first launched on the original PlayStation VR back in 2021, quickly gaining popularity for its fast-paced gameplay and immersive experience. With the evolution of VR technology, ALVO has kept pace, updating its features to offer an even more enriched…
Experience Untethered Virtual Reality Like Never Before The future of VR gaming is getting a significant boost this September. Nofio, a pioneer in cutting-edge VR technology, is bringing its upcoming Valve Index Wireless Adapter to one of the most anticipated gaming events of the year: Tokyo Game Show 2023. Extending the Invite Beyond Kickstarter Backers Initially, Nofio offered early access demo sessions exclusively to their Kickstarter backers. But now, the general public can share in the excitement. This move demonstrates Nofio’s commitment to engaging a wider audience in its game-changing technology. Gamers can secure their 15-minute gameplay demo by…
Valve’s latest SteamVR update, version 1.27, has brought about several exciting changes and features. One notable change is the revamp of the theater mode. Previously, theater mode required a separate Unity app, but now it seamlessly integrates with the SteamVR dashboard and overlay system. This new theater mode allows users to open apps and games in a virtual theater, providing an immersive experience. However, it is worth noting that there have been some issues with the new theater mode, and Valve is working on fixing them. Another significant development is the enhancement of eye-tracking capabilities. Valve has added several new…
A Leap into the Future of Augmented Reality Augmented Reality (AR) is about to take a leap forward, thanks to Rokid’s latest innovation. The tech pioneer has just announced the launch of its Rokid Studio spatial computing platform, featuring the Rokid Station Pro computing unit and Rokid Max Pro AR glasses. This dynamic duo promises to redefine how we interact with digital information in a three-dimensional space. Breaking the 2D Barrier Until now, most AR experiences have been confined to flat, two-dimensional interfaces. Rokid Studio aims to shatter this limitation by offering an expansive 3D space for users to explore.…
In the ever-evolving world of virtual reality (VR), the race to create the most immersive and intuitive user experience is relentless. Meta has taken another significant leap forward with the release of its Hands 2.2 update for the Quest platform. https://youtu.be/wybmqdwTyDU A New Dawn for Hand Responsiveness With the rollout of v56, Meta’s Quest users are set to experience a transformative change in hand tracking. The Hands 2.2 update promises a drastic improvement in hand responsiveness, narrowing the user experience gap between traditional VR controllers and hand movements. This enhancement translates to up to a 40% latency reduction in regular…
NVIDIA has recently announced a community-made remaster of the legendary game, Half-Life 2: RTX, which includes all-new assets, textures, and lighting. This remaster has excited fans of both Half-Life 2 and VR, as it is highly likely that some aspects of this remaster will make their way to the existing Half-Life 2: VR Mod. Over the past 12 months, Half-Life and VR fans have been treated to full VR mods of Half-Life, Half-Life 2, Half-Life 2: Episode One, and Half-Life 2: Episode Two, after years of delays. Now, with the announcement of Half-Life 2: RTX, fans can expect graphical upgrades…