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:

X8 Adds New Hero in 2nd Major Update

Posted on: 28 Aug 2023

Thirdverse, Inc., has announced the arrival of a second ‘Major Update’ for multiplayer hero shooter, X8. Included in this new release is a brand new hero, which X8 players can jump into immediately.

Thief Simulator VR Gets New DLC

Posted on: 28 Aug 2023

The second chapter of the top selling Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street for Meta Quest 2 is now available. Richie R. Street DLC continues the story from the first chapter and introduces a completely new, bigger and richer neighborhood, guarded by new tenants with a revamped, enhanced character AI.

Bulletstorm VR Release Date Announced

Posted on: 24 Aug 2023

People Can Fly and Incuvo have revealed the release date for Bulletstorm VR, set to launch this December. Coming to PSVR 2, Meta Quest 2 and SteamVR, the game will be priced at $39.99 USD. Pre-orders are available now on PSVR 2 and Meta Quest, with an exclusive time-limited discount of 10%.

VR Exclusive Hero Shooter X8 Surpasses 70K Players

Posted on: 22 Aug 2023

Thirdverse, Inc. has announced that the VR exclusive hero shooter game X8 has surpassed 70K users. Since the game’s Early Access launch in May 2023, 250,000 matches and 2 million rounds of competitive multiplayer shooting have been played.

SolarBlack Brings Beat Saber Vibes to Steam

Posted on: 18 Aug 2023

Andromeda Entertainment has launched Niel Widy’s debut game, SolarBlack, for VR players worldwide. This action-rhythm game is made exclusively for VR, and there’s no denying its similarities to a certain beat stick game.

Down and Out Brings Open World Street Fighting to VR

Posted on: 17 Aug 2023

Down and Out is an open-world VR fighter game currently available for PC VR on Steam. Developer Zatun has now confirmed the game will also come to PlayStation VR, PSVR 2 and Meta Quest 2 in the near future. Additionally, game versions on other platforms will receive major updates.

Broken Edge Breaks Out on PSVR 2 Next Month

Posted on: 17 Aug 2023

Fast Travel Games and developer TREBUCHET today announced that Broken Edge, the multiplayer VR sword fighting game, will launch for PSVR 2 next month. This new edition of the game will also introduce a ninth iconic fighter to embody, the Ronin.

Love Quest VR: Los Angeles is a Dating Sim Designed to Teach Empathy

Posted on: 15 Aug 2023

Game developer Hayq Studios has announced Love Quest VR: Los Angeles, a new kind of dating sim designed exclusively for VR. In a world where VR is pushing the boundaries of entertainment and storytelling, Love Quest VR: Los Angeles proposes an educational experience that delves into the realm of human psychology, relationships, and emotional connection.

Realm Protector to Merge Tower Defense with RPG Mechanics

Posted on: 14 Aug 2023

Ultimate VR has announced Realm Protector, a new VR exclusive tower defense game coming soon. Your strategic skills and tactical sense will be put to the test as you attempt to defend your lands and build strength through an RPG-style player progression system.

Valve’s Portal Returns in Escape Simulator

Posted on: 11 Aug 2023

Valve’s Portal has seen expansions into numerous titles aside from it’s own short series. Bridge Constructor Portal was a popular merger of two videogame experiences, and the VR exclusive The Lab was one of the greatest showcases of the technology back in 2016. Now, Escape Simulator is set to bring the franchise back into VR […]

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