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Don't hold your breath for a sequel to the Meta Quest 3 and 3S anytime soon, as Zuckerberg reiterates "we are…
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has indicated that the company will not be releasing direct sequels to its Quest VR headsets, such as a Quest 4, anytime soon. The company is shifting its investment focus from consumer VR hardware to artificial intelligence, with its Reality Labs division expecting to reduce its operating loss to around $15 billion next year. This strategic pivot, coupled with the closure of Meta's game development studios and PlayStation selling its VR patents to Meta, suggests a reduced emphasis on VR gaming in favor of AI-driven wearables.
Project Hail Mary Returns In 2026 With A Chapter Nobody Has Read Yet
A new mixed reality game, Project Hail Mary: Journey Among The Stars, is set to launch in late 2026 for Meta Quest 3, Pico, and Android XR platforms. Developed by Maze Theory, the game will explore an original story set during Ryland Grace's space mission, featuring new content not present in the book or film. The project has the full backing of original author Andy Weir.
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked Rolls Onto Xbox Later This Year
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked is coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Handheld later this year, supporting Xbox Play Anywhere and cross-play with other platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Meta Horizon, and PlayStation. Developed by Resolution Games, the cooperative tactical adventure will allow up to four players to journey through the Forgotten Realms with streamlined mechanics inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. CEO Tommy Palm expressed excitement about bringing the game to Xbox's passionate co-op community.
Color-A-Cube is Out Now - The Cozy VR Game That Has Won Players' Hearts With Its Therapeutic Art
Color-A-Cube has officially launched on Meta Quest and PICO platforms, featuring over 100 voxel models and a therapeutic, relaxing VR coloring experience. Developed by AlterEyes, the game offers story-driven content, weekly free drops, and ongoing DLC, with a premium price of €7.99. Creative Director Ken Steyls highlighted the game's appeal to an unexpected audience seeking a way to decompress.
Color-A-Cube - This Cozy VR Game Is Winning Over Players Who Don’t Usually Like Cozy Games
Color-A-Cube is launching its 1.0 version on June 18, 2026, for Meta Quest and PICO platforms, exiting early access. The full release includes over 100 voxel models, new story-driven experiences, and promises weekly free content drops. Developed by AlterEyes, the VR coloring game has gained a dedicated following, including players who typically don't engage with cozy titles.
Arcade Golf Swings onto PC: Golf 5 MAX Arrives on Steam in Q4 2026
Golf 5 MAX, a retro-inspired arcade golf game from Lenya Digital and AAA Game Studios, is set to launch on PC via Steam in Q4 2026. A public demo featuring two courses is available now ahead of Steam Next Fest. The game will include single-player and multiplayer modes, RPG-style character progression, and a realistic physics engine powering a classic 3-click swing system.
UnLoop drops its price: Because arguing with your past-self shouldn't break the bank
Superposition NULL has permanently reduced the base price of its VR puzzle game UnLoop from $24.99 to $17.99. The game challenges players to cooperate with their own past selves to solve puzzles within a time loop. The price drop aims to make the unique VR experience more accessible.
Puzzling Places Expands Steam Version With Puzzle Packs and Editions
Realities.io has released a significant content expansion for Puzzling Places on PC, adding new Premium Puzzles, Puzzle Packs, and two new editions: Starter Edition and Premium Edition. The update enhances the Steam version of the 3D jigsaw simulation game with a variety of new environments and experiences. Puzzling Places is also available on Meta Quest, Pico, and PlayStation VR2.
UNSEEN: A VR Horror Anthology Coming Soon to Meta Quest and Later to Major VR Platforms
Ronin Game Studio is developing UNSEEN, a VR horror anthology set to launch first on Meta Quest, with other VR platforms to follow. The game features three distinct stories blending psychological horror, cosmic dread, and dark sci-fi, inspired by classic anthology series and haunted attractions. Founder Patrick Haraguti highlighted the studio's focus on immersive storytelling and pushing VR horror boundaries.
Demeo Turns Five! New Player Ranks, New Loot, and 55% Off
Demeo is celebrating its fifth anniversary with new player ranks, platform-wide improvements, and a 55% discount on Steam and Meta Horizon. The update introduces five new player ranks with cosmetic rewards and backend enhancements, including a Unity engine update. Resolution Games CEO Tommy Palm expressed gratitude for the passionate community that has made Demeo a beloved digital tabletop experience.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Out Now on Meta Quest, Pico, and Steam VR
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City, the first VR game for the franchise, is now available on Meta Quest, Steam VR, and Pico for $24.99. Developed by Cortopia Studios and published by Beyond Frames Entertainment, this story-based action-adventure game features single-player and co-op multiplayer modes. Players can explore a New York City under factional control and battle classic foes.
SteamVR Beta 2.16.3 brings Linux fixes for VRLink
Valve has released SteamVR Beta 2.16.3, introducing several fixes specifically for Linux users. The update focuses on VRLink, improving wireless game streaming to VR headsets like Meta, HTC, and PICO, and includes optimizations for NVIDIA cards on Linux.
Next TMNT Game Is Coming Very Soon, Lets You Lift Weights And Eat Pizza In VR
The new virtual reality game, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire State, developed by Cortopia Studios and published by Beyond Frames Entertainment, is set to release on April 30 for Meta Quest, Steam VR, and Pico platforms. Priced at $25, the game allows players to embody the turtles, engage in combat with iconic weapons, utilize gadgets, and experience a parkour system, all while enjoying pizza and lifting weights in VR. The story takes place after Shredder's demise, with players fighting new villains to reclaim the city.
VR game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City launches on April 30
The virtual reality game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City is set to launch on April 30 for Meta Quest, Steam VR, and Pico platforms. Developed by Cortopia Studios, this first-person action title will be available for $25 and supports both solo and four-player co-op modes, allowing players to control any of the four turtles.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Available April 30 on Meta Quest, Pico, and Steam VR
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City, the first VR game for the franchise, will launch on April 30, 2026, for Meta Quest, Steam VR, and Pico, priced at $24.99. Developed by Cortopia Studios and published by Beyond Frames Entertainment, the game offers a full-body immersive experience with co-op gameplay and a narrative focused on player choices and character bonds. Pre-orders are available on Meta Quest with a discount.
Rec Room shutting down after failing to become 'sustainability profitable'
The VR chat and game platform Rec Room will shut down on June 1, 2026, ten years after its launch. Despite its popularity and a strong community, the developer was unable to achieve sustainable profitability due to overwhelming costs. The company previously laid off staff in August 2025, citing financial trajectory concerns.
Acron: Attack of the Squirrels Drops Its First Update in Five Years, Cherry Glade
Resolution Games has released a significant update for Acron: Attack of the Squirrels!, its VR and mobile party game, after a five-year hiatus. The update introduces a new spring-themed level called Cherry Glade, which alters gameplay with new movement mechanics for the squirrel players. It also includes technical improvements focused on stability, synchronization, and addressing high-ping issues. The update is free for existing owners and available on Meta Quest platforms, SteamVR, and PICO headsets, with a companion app for mobile players supporting cross-platform play.
Spring Has Sprung in Acron: Attack of the Squirrels! — And Things Are About to Get Nuts!
Resolution Games has released "Cherry Glade," the first major update in five years for their asymmetric party game Acron: Attack of the Squirrels!. This free update introduces a new springtime level with unique squirrel movement mechanics and significant network stability improvements. The game is available on Meta Quest, SteamVR, and PICO headsets, requiring one VR player and up to eight mobile players.
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.
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.
