About: Kevin Joyce

Kevin Joyce has been a writer in the video games industry for more than 20 years, dedicated to XR for the latter half. He has launched numerous initiatives in the XR space, including media outlets such as VRFocus and AR/VR Pioneers, hackathons, marketing and community management organisation Tiny Brains, and not-for-profit educational platforms.

Posts by Kevin Joyce:

Twistex Update Spins Up a New Challenge

Posted on: 16 Apr 2024

Middle Man Games has released a major game update for Twistex. Based on user feedback, the update makes it easier for new players to get involved, while adding new mechanics for the experienced VR player.

Arcade Paradise VR Release Date Announced

Posted on: 05 Apr 2024

Wired Productions has announced an official release date for Arcade Paradise VR. We already knew that Nosebleed Interactive’s tongue-in-cheek simulation was coming soon, but we didn’t know how soon.

Homeworld Reaches Beyond the Monitor

Posted on: 04 Apr 2024

A brand new Homeworld game is in development, exclusively for VR. The beloved RTS game series is being adapted to a new medium by FarBridge, Inc., in partnership with Gearbox Entertainment. Known as Homeworld: Vast Reaches, the game is set to launch on Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3 headsets later this year.

Mecha Party is the Pacific Rim VR Game We all Need

Posted on: 03 Apr 2024

Have you ever dreamed about stepping into a giant mech, Pacific Rim style? Taking on enemies as you laugh manically in the confines of your sturdy suit? Well, Mecha Party aims to allow you to do just that. Coming seemingly out of nowhere, Mecha Party has launched for PSVR 2 and PC VR.

Metal: Hellsinger Coming to VR

Posted on: 01 Apr 2024

Funcom has announced Metal: Hellsinger VR, a new VR adaptation of the popular FPS game. The acclaimed rhythm shooter, developed by The Outsiders, is being developed for VR from the ground up in collaboration with Lab42 Games.

Sugar Mess Jigsaw Puzzles Brings AR Puzzling to Meta Quest

Posted on: 20 Mar 2024

JollyCo has launched a new Meta Quest game. This one’s a little different, though. While it’s launching on a range of VR headsets, Sugar Mess Jigsaw Puzzles is billed as an AR experience. A simplistic game, with an interesting use of the technology.

Espire 1: VR Operative Update Improves Every Level in the Game

Posted on: 07 Mar 2024

Digital Lode’s Espire 1: VR Operative was recently added to the newly revised Meta Quest+ subscription service. Subscribers can download the award-winning VR stealth experience as part of the expanded library of VR experiences available through the service. That’s great news, of course. But there’s more! The latest free Espire 1: VR Operative update, known as New […]

Thief Simulator VR Prequel Now Free for Meta Quest

Posted on: 06 Mar 2024

Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street has proven a popular title on Meta Quest 2. Debuting in 2022, the game continues to be supported with new DLC content. However, if you’re yet to jump into the world of immersive thievery, 3R Games have a treat for you. A Thief Simulator VR prequel is now available to […]

Beat the Beats Punches onto PSVR 2

Posted on: 27 Feb 2024

Parallel Circles has today launched the highly anticipated Beat the Beats for PSVR 2. A boxing themed rhythm action game, Beat the Beats is designed to get you sweating.

PowerWash Simulator VR First DLC Arrives

Posted on: 16 Feb 2024

As was promised late last year, the initial DLC pack for PowerWash Simulator VR has launched. The Muckingham Files is a free update available for all players to download as of today.