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There's a new Payday game, this time in VR
Payday: Aces High, a new virtual reality installment of the co-op heist franchise, is set to release for Meta Quest and SteamVR later this year. Developed by Fast Travel Games, it features four-player co-op, role specialization, and the series' signature gameplay loop of planning heists and upgrading gear. This release marks another major franchise experimenting with VR, following titles like Half-Life, Assassin's Creed, and Horizon.
VR spinoff game PAYDAY: Aces High announced
Fast Travel Games and Starbreeze Entertainment have announced PAYDAY: Aces High, a virtual reality spinoff of the PAYDAY franchise. The game is set to release in 2026 for SteamVR and Meta Quest platforms. PAYDAY: Aces High will allow players to plan and execute heists in VR with up to three partners, featuring a variety of weapons, gadgets, and character roles.
Payday: Aces High Is a New 4-Player Co-op VR Game Coming to Steam and Meta Where You Can 'Pull Off Daring Jobs in VR Using Black-Market Tech'
Starbreeze Studios announced Payday: Aces High, a new 4-player co-op virtual reality game. The title will allow players to perform daring heists using black-market technology and is set to release on PC via Steam and Meta Quest platforms.
Zero Parades Makes Failing Fun
Crimson Desert is reviewed as a high-fantasy action RPG that offers a vast world to explore with engaging combat. The article also includes various guides and trailers for other upcoming games like Zero Parades, PAYDAY: Aces High, MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls, GUILTY GEAR STRIVE, and Marathon.
REEL-Y BIG NEWS: BAIT! CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH NEW GEAR AND MIXED REALITY MODE ON THE LINE
Resolution Games is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its VR fishing game, Bait!, with a special update. The update includes free anniversary gear and introduces a new 'Synthwave' fishing set available for purchase. The studio also announced plans to release a mixed reality mode later in 2026, allowing players to fish in their real-world environment using hand tracking and passthrough.
Dragon Quest the DIVE Exhibition Announced for 40th Anniversary, Featuring VR Ride
Square Enix and Tohokushinsha Film Corporation have announced "Dragon Quest the DIVE -Into an Unseen Adventure-", a 40th-anniversary exhibition in Tokyo running from July 17 to September 6, 2026. The event will feature a "Dragon Quest VR RIDE" using Meta Quest 3 and a motion seat, allowing participants to ride a Great Sabrecat and engage in battles. The exhibition will also include interactive exhibits and original merchandise.
The Newest Payday Game Is Unexpected, And I Hope It's Better Than Payday 3
Starbreeze Entertainment has announced Payday: Aces High, a new four-player co-op heist game for virtual reality platforms Meta Quest and SteamVR, developed by Fast Travel Games. This announcement follows the disappointing launch of Payday 3 and aims to rebuild goodwill for the franchise. The VR title is described as a true Payday experience built from the ground up for its medium.
Darts VR2: Bullseye Confirms Quest, PSVR 2 & SteamVR Release Date
Darts VR2: Bullseye is set to launch on April 9, 2026, for Meta Quest 3/3S & Quest 2, PlayStation VR 2, and PC VR via SteamVR. Developed by Gamitronics and published by Evolution Publishing, the game features realistic physics and multiple modes including 501, Zombie Mode, and Killstreak. Evolution Publishing CEO Kevin Joyce expressed excitement for the title's release, highlighting its blend of precision and arcade gameplay.
The On & Off Again Saga of Horizon Worlds VR Support
Meta initially announced the removal of VR support for its social VR platform Horizon Worlds, only to reverse the decision shortly after. This marks a confusing turn for the platform's development and its commitment to VR.
The On & Off Again Saga of Horizon Worlds VR Support
Xploit.Zero is a new mixed reality tower defense game for Meta Quest that offers a delightful experience. The game effectively utilizes MR technology to enhance gameplay.
Xploit.Zero Review - Exploiting MR to the Max | XRSource
Xploit.Zero is a new mixed reality tower defense game available for Meta Quest. This review finds the game to be a delightful experience that fully utilizes the potential of MR.
Robo Recall: Unplugged Review - Still Robo-Bashing Excellence | XR Source
Robo Recall: Unplugged for the Meta Quest 3 continues to offer excellent robo-bashing gameplay. Developed by Epic Games, the virtual reality title remains a strong contender in the VR gaming space.
Robo Recall: Unplugged Review - Still Robo-Bashing Excellence | XR Source
Robo Recall: Unplugged continues to offer an excellent robo-bashing experience on the Meta Quest platform. The game provides engaging action and remains a strong title for VR enthusiasts.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard Release Date Set
The new Vampire Survivors spin-off, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, is set to release on April 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with mobile ports planned for a later date. The game will cost $9.99 and will be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch. A new trailer showcases gameplay, and product pages are available on the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam for wishlisting.
Western Warriors Expansion Pack for Dragon Fist Fighter Forge
Clique Games has released the Western Warriors expansion pack for Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu, adding 30 new cosmetic items for character customization. The expansion is available for Meta Quest, Steam, and Pico platforms and costs $3.99. The game features physics-based combat and multiplayer modes.
Ubisoft Guts Rainbow Six Studio Red Storm, Laying Off All Developers
Ubisoft has reportedly gutted its veteran studio Red Storm Entertainment, laying off all game developers. The studio will now operate as a support studio for technical elements and Ubisoft's proprietary Snowdrop engine. This move is part of broader cost-cutting measures within Ubisoft, which has also led to project cancellations and staff cuts at other studios.
Smooth Moves: 90 Frames-Per-Second Virtual Reality Arrives on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is enhancing its virtual reality support, allowing Ultimate members to stream at up to 90 frames per second on compatible VR headsets like Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, and Pico devices. The cloud gaming service also adds Crimson Desert and World of Tanks, with the latter featuring a Mafia-themed event.
Final Fury Update Adds New Fighter & Wake-Up Mechanics
Cowboy Duel VR, a new virtual reality game, has launched on PlayStation VR2 and is slated for release on Meta Quest. The game places players in the role of a gunslinger in a Wild West setting.
GE-Proton 10-33 brings fixes for VR outside of Steam, FSR upgrades and more
GE-Proton 10-33 has been released, introducing fixes for Windows games on Linux and SteamOS, including improved VR support outside of Steam and updates to AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution. This version adds patches for non-Steam VR games on platforms like Meta Quest 3 and includes various other system and game-specific improvements.
Meta discontinues Horizon Worlds VR as it focuses on mobile
Meta is discontinuing the VR version of its metaverse platform, Horizon Worlds, on June 15, 2026, shifting its focus entirely to a mobile-only experience. The VR version will be removed from the Quest store by March 31, 2026, making all associated worlds inaccessible. Meta Horizon Plus subscription perks will also be phased out by the end of March.
