Castello Inc.’s Of Lies and Rain landed with a bit of a thud back in September for Meta Quest and SteamVR. While it was an Early Access release, this promising sci-fi shooter had more issues than expected. But it seems as though the studio has fixed everything, as today, Of Lies and Rain is officially available for PSVR 2, Quest and PC VR.
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A Short Early Access
It’s always a cause for celebration when a game leaves Early Access on any platform. But in Of Lies and Rain’s case, it’s a bit more unusual. While Early Access timelines can vary from a few months to years – the popular Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades is set to leave SteamVR Early Access after 10 years – for Of Lies and Rain it’s only been eight weeks!
Originally, Castello Inc. had expected its Early Access period to last around six to twelve months, but the bug-fixing process turned out to be quicker than expected. “In the beginning we thought that it would take more time”, the studio said. Going on to add: “It turns out early access was already pretty polished…just a few thing[s] to correct before the final release.”
Which is great to hear. The studio has listed all the improvements and fixes it’s made, as well as content additions it couldn’t make due to team size – there are only five of them – and the lack of money.
The PSVR 2 Release
Meta Quest and SteamVR players have been able to enjoy this neon-drenched adventure for several weeks. Thankfully, now it’s the turn of PSVR 2 owners to explore the gritty digital landscape and the dangers Of Lies and Rain presents.
The PSVR 2 version will support several of its unique features, including headset haptics and the adaptive triggers. Castello Inc. has also confirmed that PS5 Pro enhancements will be available on day one, meaning native 120/120Hz support.
What is Of Lies and Rain?
Set in the not-too-distant future of 2048, the world has taken a turn for the worse. Humanity is now on the brink of extinction, surviving underground after a 20-year war with an AI called A.D.E. In this post-apocalyptic world, everything is fighting for survival, with Earth’s surface now ruled by hostile machines. You play an unknown survivor with no memories of who you are or your past.
An action-packed shooter, you’ll wield not only guns, but a special ability too, being able to cross between the real and digital realms.
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