Meta’s Quest 2 was released in 2020 and in comparison to its predecessor has aged exceedingly well. Even with the launch of Quest 3 in 2023, Quest 2’s relevance within the VR industry has stayed strong. In part helped by a permanent price reduction to $200. However, with new hardware comes new creative opportunities for developers, creating bigger, more elaborate VR experiences. While Meta has maintained it’ll support Quest 2 for years to come, the time for a Meta Quest 3 is rapidly gaining steam.
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DO NOT OPEN Sequel OVRDARK Emerges onto Steam This Week
Nox Noctis is gearing up for its next horror game launch. Called OVRDARK: A Do Not Open story, the title initially arrived for PSVR 2 back in March. A Steam launch was expected around that same time but instead got pushed back. Now the wait is over, with OVRDARK hitting Steam this week.
Alien: Rogue Incursion Creator Survios: A History of VR Works
In the early years of VR’s revival one game that all Oculus Rift, HTC Vive and PSVR owners had to own was Raw Data. Developed by a small fledgling VR studio called Survios, it would be the jumping-off point for one of the most successful teams in VR. Survios is now developing Alien: Rogue Incursion, one of the biggest IPs to hit VR. So now is a good time to look back over the LA studios’ varied game history.
Brave the Darkness and Become the Silent Slayer This June
Puzzle fans have a new game to look forward to next month. Schell Games, the team behind the I Expect You To Die series has confirmed that Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire will be available for Meta Quest in June.
PSVR 2 Trophies: MADiSON VR
It’s been a rocky road to launch for MADiSON VR but the game finally arrived on PSVR 2 and Steam in May. A VR port of Bloodious Games’ flatscreen edition, MADiSON VR has 31 PSVR 2 trophies to collect.
The 7 Most Relaxing VR Games
We all live busy, stressful lives which makes the brief time we have to relax all the more important. Whether you’re watching a quick episode of your favourite TV show or casually wandering through the latest open-world adventure, we all have our own ways to unwind. VR can be a great facilitator of this, combining meditation practices with gaming. So for those needing a quick destress, here are some of the most relaxing VR games.
First Glimpse at Asgard’s Wrath 2 Quest 3 Texture Pack
The launch of Asgard’s Wrath 2 in 2023 provided Meta Quest owners with a huge sprawling adventure. Compatible with all Quest devices, Meta has been promising Quest 3 upgraded visuals for a few months now. Fans won’t have to wait much longer it seems, with Sanzaru Games teasing the Asgard’s Wrath 2 texture pack.
CleanSheet Football Saves its PSVR 2 Launch for May
It’s very difficult to build an actual football (soccer) experience in VR unless you have foot trackers. Hence why developers tend to go with a goalkeeping experience instead. INCISIV Ltd launched CleanSheet Football for Meta Quest towards the end of 2023. This month, CleanSheet Football arrives for PSVR 2.
Classic Puzzler Riven Confirmed for Meta Quest
A couple of months ago, Cyan Worlds confirmed the return of classic puzzler Riven. Being rebuilt for flatscreen and VR gaming, there was no confirmation regarding specific headsets other than the listing appearing on Steam. This week, Riven has appeared on the Metas Quest store, alongside a launch window.
VR Gaming on Flights Just Took Off
Any experienced traveller knows that preparing your in-flight entertainment can be as important as packing clothes. Sitting on a flight that’s 8+ hours long isn’t the most exciting prospect, and purely relying on the airline-supplied roster of films and TV shows is a gamble. So we all like to take our own tailored selection, be it a book, music or videogames. Meta has made that process even easier, providing VR gaming on flights thanks to a new update.