Author: Todd Jackson

VR gaming is constantly evolving, and Sky Strikers, the latest release from Chamber 8 Studio, offers a fresh take on the competitive VR sports experience. Launching yesterday, this free-to-play multiplayer game is available on Meta Quest and Steam VR. With a focus on fast-paced, aerial 3v3 matches, the game demands precision, teamwork, and strategic execution. Sky Strikers introduces a new style of virtual sports that blends real-world physics and insane aerial action. Unlike typical arcade-style VR games, Sky Strikers emphasizes physics-driven mechanics that replicate realistic movement, ensuring every move feels fluid and natural. Players can master a number of aerial…

Ready for a game that will leave you screaming (literally)? You Can’t Scare Me, developed by LunaBeat, is a multiplayer VR horror game that puts you and your friends to the ultimate test of bravery. Coming exclusively to Meta Quest 2 & 3/3S today, this game combines immersive horror with humor and fun. Whether you’re the one doing the scaring or the one trying to survive, you’re in for a ride that’s perfect for this Halloween season. You Can’t Scare Me is a VR multiplayer experience where you either become the Haunter, setting up traps and jump scares for your…

If you’re a fan of a good puzzle challenge, Another Door might just become your next obsession. Launching today on Meta Quest, this immersive VR escape room game will push your wits and creativity to their limits. Developed by Skonec Entertainment, Another Door promises an experience filled with suspense, mind-bending puzzles, and environments so immersive, you’ll forget you’re wearing a headset. So, what exactly is Another Door? Think of it as your own personal VR mystery. The game places you in a series of eerie, atmospheric rooms, each with its own unique story. But these aren’t just any rooms—they’re filled…

Mixed reality gaming is changing at a breakneck pace, and among the most compelling advancements in this space is the development of Spatial Ops, a first-person shooter from Resolution Games, the studio responsible for VR/MR successes such as Demeo, Angry Birds VR: Isle of Pigs, Blaston, Racket Club, and more. In this comprehensive exploration, we check out the intricacies of Spatial Ops, analyzing its features, gameplay mechanics, and the broader impact it is set to have on Mixed Reality gaming. The gaming industry has witnessed a substantial transformation over the past decade, with virtual reality paving the way for more…

Skonec Entertainment has released a major update for their popular hero shooter, Strike Rush, following the announcement during last week’s UploadVR 2024 Summer Showcase. The new update introduces the SHINING VESSEL, a nautical-themed map, along with a collection of themed character skins, all available for free. Strike Rush is a 4v4 team-based co-op shooter designed for Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, and Quest Pro. Players can choose from six unique Blitzer characters, each equipped with special abilities and accompanied by Blitzmon AI companions. Acting as a supportive pet character, Blitzmon offers various abilities such as healing or attacking adversaries, adapting…

Today marks the long awaited launch of VRIDER SBK, the first-of-its-kind VR Super Bike game, now available on the Meta Quest platform. Priced at $29.99 USD on the official Meta Quest store, this full release significantly expands on its early access version, which garnered rave reviews and top ratings on App Lab. VRIDER SBK brings the high-octane excitement of superbike racing into VR, allowing players to feel every twist and turn as if they were truly on the track. With meticulously crafted graphics and realistic physics, this game sets a new standard for VR racing. Featuring immersive controls and engaging…

In an unexpected move forward for the world of open-source VR gaming, Meta has announced a strategic partnership with W4 Games, stewards of the Godot game engine, aiming to significantly enhance the Godot games ecosystem on the Meta Quest platform. With the Godot engine already celebrated for its flexibility, user-friendly nature, and a permissive license that catalyzed the creation of over a thousand games in 2023 alone, this partnership is set to turbocharge the development and accessibility of high-quality virtual reality content. The initiative underscores a shared commitment to empowering developers with open-source tools, enabling them to create and distribute…

The wait is almost over as Toast Interactive gears up for the grand debut of Max Mustard on the Meta Quest Store this Thursday, March 21. Crafted with passion for over three years, this VR platformer is set to dazzle with its inventive gameplay and immersive storytelling. Your journey with Max Mustard to take on the villainous Stubbins and save the adorable baby mudpups unfolds across more than 40 levels and 4 bosses, each brimming with unique challenges, promising a memorable gameplay experience. But before long, you discover the true story behind the mudpups and who they really are. Max…

Imagine being able to escape the confines of a space station and embark on a virtual journey through the vastness of space. On a recent episode of Q2C-VR Gamer Live , Eric Masher and Todd Jackson spoke with Brandon Connelly from HTC, and thanks to the innovative collaboration between HTC VIVE, XRHealth, Nord-Space Aps and the International Space Station (ISS), this seemingly far-fetched idea is closer to reality than ever before. The mental well-being of astronauts is of utmost importance during their long-duration missions in space. To address this, one of the best VR headsets on the market, the HTC…

The dawn of a new era is upon us; an era where the boundaries between the real and the virtual blur, where artificial intelligence (AI) and immersive media are not just tools but integral parts of our daily lives. In “Our Next Reality,” authors Alvin Wang Graylin and Louis Rosenberg embark on a thought-provoking journey to explore the seismic shifts that the next wave of technological advancements could bring to our society, culture, and very essence of being human. Imagine a world where your glasses aren’t just for seeing better but for experiencing more—where they serve as portals to a…