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The Smurfs have been around for over 60 years, from cartoon strips to movies and videogames, they’ve done it all. Almost. One medium they’ve yet to venture into is VR, but this summer that’s about to change. Microids has announced the upcoming launch of The Smurfs – Flower Defense for Meta Quest headsets this June.
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No sooner have we placed Eggy down for a rest, we’re back to virtual nurturing again; this time in the form of Stay: Forever Home. Windup Minds is the latest venture into this adorable genre, putting you in charge of the energetic Ember. But can the game deliver a unique take on this growing category? As 131XR finds in its latest review, Stay: Forever Home certainly can.
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Meta Quest features several excellent survival games, including Song in the Smoke, Green Hell VR
and Into the Radius. The latter is by CM Games, and the studio is preparing to release its sequel, with Into the Radius 2 set to hit Meta Quest this month.
While Microsoft have seemingly been putting the breaks on many of their early efforts in VR, with the cancellation of HoloLens and a forthcoming Windows 11 update culling Windows MR functionality, the Xbox brand is set to take another step closer. Xbox Game Pass is already available for Meta Quest, and back in 2024 Meta officially announced an ‘Xbox branded’ Meta Quest headset is in the works. But where is it, and how will it differ from a Meta Quest 3? In this article we’ll dive deeper into what we know about the Xbox VR headset, and what we should be expecting.
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Since the early days of headsets like the Oculus Rift, developers have merged classic platforming gameplay with VR. Titles such as Lucky’s Tale, Moss and Ven VR Adventure have all put their unique mark on the genre. The latest to do so is Bearly Escape from Time Traveller. But can this cute platformer offer something new, 131XR’s new Bearly Escape review finds out.
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Virtual reality (VR) has revolutionised the way we experience gaming, and the Meta Quest series of headsets are among the most popular choices for immersive experiences. However, to truly enjoy VR without discomfort, distractions, or safety concerns, it’s important to set up the right environment. Whether you’re using a Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, or another standalone VR headset, optimising your play area will enhance performance, immersion, and overall enjoyment. So, what is the best environment to play VR? Below you’ll find XRSource’s top 10 tips for just that!
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You can’t own a Meta Quest without owning at least one rhythm action game. The genre is packed full of innovative titles delivering energetic musical vibes. Joining this selection is techToy Studio’s Symphoni, a game that mixes classical music with conductor-style gameplay. And as our friends over at 131XR find in their latest review, Symphoni is quite the compelling experience.
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Flatscreen to VR ports have been a popular way to add more content to platforms. Taking beloved titles – some indie, some big IPs – and giving them a dose of VR flavour. Games like Skyrim VR and Resident Evil 4 VR have seen great success, with the latest coming in the form of the action sandbox Besiege. Original developer Spiderling Studios, in collaboration with 3R Games, is set to bring Besiege VR to Meta Quest next month.
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Have you ever watched The Descent, a horror movie based on the activity of caving? If you’re not a fan of narrow, dark passageways, then probably not. And likewise for a new upcoming VR title from publisher Mastiff and developer Nomad Monkey, Tunnels. The pair recently announced that Tunnels is set to arrive for Meta Quest next month.
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Puzzle connoisseurs are well catered to on Meta Quest. There’s an abundance of titles to choose from, from escape rooms like Last Labyrinth and I Expect You to Die through to actual jigsaw games like Puzzling Places. Escape rooms are some of the most popular in the genre, with the latest coming from Mastery VR in the form of Room Escape. But can it make a dent in this space? 131XR’s Room Escape review has all the details.
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