VHOLUME
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2026 is a low-key revolutionary year for player movement in games
The article analyzes a growing trend in video games towards more granular and realistic player movement mechanics, contrasting with older titles focused on power fantasies. Games like Baby Steps, Cairn, and Big Walk are highlighted for their innovative approaches to fundamental actions like walking and climbing, suggesting a shift in design philosophy driven by the evolution of 3D game development and a desire for more engaging player interaction.
Steam Frame review: Another best-in-class VR headset by Valve, though virtual realities clash with economic ones
Valve's new Steam Frame VR headset is a high-quality piece of hardware with innovative features like foveated streaming and a unique compatibility layer for PC games. Despite its impressive capabilities and comfortable design, the headset's high price point and limited standalone performance compared to the Meta Quest 3 and Steam Deck present significant economic barriers for consumers.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several individuals shared their weekend gaming plans, including Mark who will play NBA 2K27 and Crusader Kings 3, Ollie who is dealing with new cats, and Jeremy who is progressing in The Blood of Dawnwalker. James mentioned playing Wardogs and Vholume, a brutalist freerunner game.
Half of France's premier FPS sibling duo just put out the most exhilarating parkour game I've ever played, and…
Vholume is an exhilarating parkour game developed by Léonard Lemaitre, one half of the duo behind the FPS Straftat. It offers a thrilling blend of speed, precision, and exploration with mechanics like wallrunning and crouch sliding, making it a standout title for both casual players and speedrunners. The game is available for PC at $8.
The indie parkour game from one of the French brothers behind 2024's best FPS is coming out in just two weeks
The melancholic first-person parkour adventure game Vholume is set to release on August 21st for PC. Developed by a small team including members of the Lemaitre Bros., known for the critically acclaimed FPS Straftat, Vholume features real-time multiplayer races and ghost competitions. The game emphasizes atmospheric exploration and dystopian themes, with a demo available on Steam.
VHOLUME – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
VHOLUME is a first-person parkour adventure game set in a dystopian city where players control Robert on a quest to restore his family's ration tickets. The game emphasizes fluid movement mechanics, allowing players to jump, run, climb, and slide through architectural labyrinths. It supports both solo play and multiplayer with ghost replays and leaderboards, offering a melancholic atmosphere contrasted with exhilarating movement possibilities. A beta demo is available for download on Steam.
