Let’s be honest, virtual reality (VR) isn’t to everyone’s liking. Not all gamers desire to strap a computer to their face and start moving around in a virtual world. Those attitudes are slowly changing, thanks to better hardware and a greater abundance of quality software. The current front-runner is Meta’s Quest 2, a standalone headset packed with features on sale since 2020. It is the easiest path into VR, and thanks to a recent price cut and a huge amount of newly announced games, the argument to own a Quest 2 is even simpler.
Apple Vision Pro: Specs, Release Date & Price
Most of Apple’s WWDC 2023 keynote was the same old mediocre updates. Expensive new Macs, iOS enhancements – Stand by anyone! – and Apple Watch trying to make us all fitter. But, when CEO Tim Cook said there was “one more thing” we all knew what it was, Apple’s long-awaited mixed reality headset. In one bite-sized morsel, here are the Apple Vision Pro price, specs and release details.
Bartender VR Simulator Serves Up a Quest Edition
Hot on the heels of the launch of Horror Bar VR, VR Factory has today launched Bartender VR Simulator for Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro. According to the developer, the Meta Quest version is a nearly 50% “more developed” version of a game that had a loyal fan base released a few years ago on PC VR and PlayStation VR. In this version, players will come face to face with customers ordering drinks, discover new bars and new game modes.
The Best VR Deals (June 2023)
What a start to June it has been! First, there was the Quest 3 announcement followed by the Quest Gaming Showcase. Secondly, there was the Apple Vision Pro reveal. So once you’ve taken a breath take a look at all the best VR deals XR Source has found this month.
Quantaar Launch Brings Smash Bros. Brawling to VR
The recently revealed VR Smash Bros. style game, Quantaar, is now available worldwide. This cross-platform PvP free-for-all has unleashed its multiversal madness across Meta Quest 2, Pico 4 and SteamVR today.
Bulletstorm VR Details for PSVR 2, Quest & PC VR Release
Revealed as part of Meta’s Gaming Showcase for 2023, Bulletstorm VR is currently riding high on many VR gamers’ most wanted lists. But following the event there are a number of questions remaining, so XR Source is here to help you navigate all the ‘maybe’s and dive right into the facts!
Apple Vision Pro Isn’t Your Next VR Gaming Device
The Apple Vision Pro has finally been unveiled, taking the XR world by storm! In typical Apple style, the presentation during the WWDC 2023 keynote was slick and stylish and left us wanting to know more about the device. A definite head-turner thanks to its feature set and design, there was one clear omission from the announcement; immersive gaming.
PSVR 2 Trophies: Red Matter 2
Vertical Robot’s Red Matter 2 looked good on Meta Quest 2 but its arrival on PSVR 2 shows how stunning the game really is. And for you trophy hunters out there, here are all 25 PSVR 2 trophies for Red Matter 2 on your PlayStation 5.
Quest 3 Controller Tracking Pass the Beat Saber Expert+ Test
The Meta Quest 3 announcement delighted VR fans last week, confirming pricing as well as a bunch of features. This included getting a first look at the new controllers which sport a sleeker design. The most visually striking difference over the Quest 2 controllers is the omission of a tracking ring. This has seen a flood of queries come in from gamers worried about how well the Quest 3 controller tracking will hold up. In an Instagram AMA over the weekend, Meta CTO Andrew “Boz” Bosworth went into greater detail regarding how the new system would work.
TAITO Arcade Classic Operation Wolf Returns a Little Later
In May, Microids and Virtuallyz Gaming announced the return of TAITO’s ’80s cult classic Operation Wolf, but this time in VR form. Originally scheduled for a multiplatform 22nd June launch, that date has now been pushed back by several weeks.