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:

Cards & Tankards VR Overhaul Arrives

Posted on: 07 Sep 2023

Divergent Realities has announced the release of the Cards & Tankards 1.3 Update. This comprehensive update offers an overhaul of the VR implementation of Cards & Tankards. It also introduces new features designed to enrich gameplay, including the addition of the ‘Lair’ for subscribing players.

Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station Arrives on Steam

Posted on: 07 Sep 2023

After its release on Pico, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro and HTC XR Elite, players will now be able to swing around Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station on the Steam platform. The game has been well received on the aforementioned platforms, so a similar reaction is expected from PC VR gamers.

Supersonic Flight Landing in 2024

Posted on: 06 Sep 2023

Red Chain Games have announced that Supersonic Flight will be landing on Steam and Steam VR in 2024. The game will be available in both non-VR and VR editions, and is designed to push the adrenaline. Fast-paced, death-defying flights await pilots in the new combat flight simulator.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice Release Date Announced

Posted on: 03 Sep 2023

Fast Travel Games have announced that Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice will launch later this year. The first-person VR adventure RPG set in the World of Darkness story universe is currently making it’s debut at PAX West, and is now available to pre-order on the Meta Quest or PlayStation Store for a 10% discount and a unique skin for the […]

Inaugural X8 eSports League with $10,000 Prize Pool Launched

Posted on: 01 Sep 2023

The future of VR eSports is about to expand as players and fans alike prepare for the X8 League. Announced by publisher Thirdverse, Inc., the eight-week season will kick-off on 25th September, 2023, with an official pre-season beginning on 4th September, 2023. Players will form their own teams and compete in a 5v5 demolition match […]

Down and Out PlayStation & Meta Quest Editions Dated

Posted on: 01 Sep 2023

Developed by Zatun, Down and Out is an open-world VR fighting game. The game debuted on Steam in late 2021 for PC VR, and now Down and Out is soon be released on the PlayStation and Meta Quest platforms. Additionally, game versions on other platforms will receive major updates.

Pixel Ripped 1995 Dated for PSVR 2

Posted on: 01 Sep 2023

ARVORE has announced that the fan-favorite second installment in the series, Pixel Ripped 1995, is finally getting an enhanced port for PSVR 2. Implementing better graphics, head rumble and more, this upgraded version of Pixel Ripped 1995 will launch later this month.

Bootstrap Island Demo & Release Date Announced

Posted on: 31 Aug 2023

Tallinn based Maru VR have announced several key dates for their upcoming VR game Bootstrap Island. Not only do we now know that the game will launch in Early Access in 2024, but also a Bootstrap Island demo is coming within weeks.

Samba de Amigo: Virtual Party Release Window Revealed

Posted on: 30 Aug 2023

Nintendo Switch players can get to shaking their maracas to the beat in Samba de Amigo: Party Central starting today. However, alongside this release has come news of the release window for the VR edition of the game, Samba de Amigo: Virtual Party.

Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu Early Access Version Now Available

Posted on: 29 Aug 2023

Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu has launched an free-to-play playtest experience on App Lab. Available now and running through January 2024, players can immerse themselves in a captivating world of multiplayer combat. Each week, Clique Games will unveil new characters, maps, and game modes for an ever-evolving gameplay adventure.