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The Meta Quest 2 launched over five years ago now, paving the way for modern standalone VR. While that timeline might be quite short in some tech circles, in VR, that’s a lifetime, with the headset superseded by the Meta Quest 3 & 3S. However, the Quest 2 was such a success that many are still using the device, and if you’re one of them, then there are some great accessories still available.
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VR and magic-based games have been a perfect mix from day one. Stepping into a fantasy realm to cast lightning spells or throw fireballs never gets old, and the latest title to cast players in a magical adventure is Magitek VR. From indie team Tek Studios, Magitek VR has been reviewed by 131XR, finding a game that could be well worth your time.
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It’s becoming far more commonplace in traditional videogames to see new life breathed into older titles with a remake. In VR it’s still rare as we tend to see flatscreen games ported to headsets instead. However, that’s exactly what Mighty Eyes is doing with Wanderer. The time-travelling adventure has been overhauled into Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate, which is out today for PSVR 2 and Meta Quest headsets.
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Meta’s latest software update for Meta Quest headsets, v74, brings with it a lot of improvements for user productivity. Gaming, however, is getting only a small amount of attention. Is this reflective of Meta’s shift away from gaming, or simply coincidental in its timing?
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Unlike other forms of entertainment, virtual reality has one big caveat. No, it isn’t strapping a headset to your face, it’s what happens after that. The dreaded motion sickness, that disconnection your mind and body have when moving through a VR experience. For some, it can be mild whilst others will notice more intense effects. However, there are options to alleviate this, you just have to find what works for you. So here are several ways of combating motion sickness in VR.
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With new hardware comes the desire to quickly move on. Meta Quest 3 is now out in the wild providing upgraded VR and mixed-reality entertainment over its predecessor. That has meant developers quickly adapting to the new device, rolling out visual improvements or adding MR modes to their games. And while it’s great to see and experience what Quest 3 can offer, it’s important to note that there are far more Quest 2’s out there. Which made me think about the nature of reviews and how to handle them in the near term. Because, quite frankly, they’re cut from different cloth when it comes to Quest 2 vs Quest 3 reviews.
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There aren’t many VR games dedicated to tank warfare, with one of the best being Rebellion’s Battlezone (2017). In more recent years Korean developer STOIC Entertainment has taken up the mantle releasing World War Toons: Tank Arena VR in 2022. This week the studio returns to the battlefield once more with Tank Arena: Ultimate League.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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