Virtual Reality
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Virtual Reality.
Rager PS VR2 Review – Rhythm-Fueled Ninja Combat - The AmigaGuru Gamer BlogRager is a PlayStation VR2 rhythm game that blends Beat Saber-like mechanics with an evolving arsenal system across its 12 levels. While the game offers a polished and energetic experience with a strong soundtrack and impressive visuals, its short campaign length of under an hour and lack of adaptive trigger support are notable drawbacks.
New VR publisher launched to help devs innovate and survive until VR's "true breakout moment" arrivesKevin Joyce has launched Evolution Publishing to support indie VR studios navigating the current market and aiming for virtual reality's eventual mainstream adoption. Despite recent challenges like Meta's strategic shifts and studio closures, Joyce believes the long-term outlook for VR is positive, emphasizing the need for innovative developers and improved comfort and usability in VR hardware.
nDreams announces restructuring with "significant" staff reduction, two studios closedVR developer nDreams has announced a significant restructuring, including the closure of its Brighton-based Near Light studio and the Compass team, resulting in 78 jobs being at risk. The company's CEO, Tom Gillo, cited challenging market conditions for the painful decision, aiming to focus on the Elevation studio and XR R&D. This news follows similar reductions in VR investment from companies like Meta.
VR specialist nDreams proposes significant layoffs and two studio closuresVR studio nDreams has proposed a significant restructuring plan that includes the closure of two internal studios, Near Light and Compass, and puts 78 employees at risk of redundancy. The company cited challenging market conditions in the VR games sector as the reason for these necessary changes to ensure future viability. CEO Tim Gillo expressed his belief in the VR medium despite the commercial difficulties.
Cozy Brainteaser with 25 Million Players Comes to VR – ‘Interlocked: Puzzle Islands’ Dissembles on March 24Interlocked: Puzzle Islands, a popular mobile and Flash puzzle game with over 25 million players, is launching an expanded VR edition on Meta Quest on March 24, 2026. Developed by Puzzle Dev and published by Armor Games Studios, the VR version features serene landscapes, over 30 burr puzzles, and new challenges.- Samsung Galaxy XR Headset Review – Geeky SweetieThe Samsung Galaxy XR Headset offers impressive real-time text translation capabilities for games using OCR via Google Translate, a feature not confirmed by ChatGPT or Samsung support. While the headset's pass-through technology and app store are superior to Meta's offerings, its weight and tendency to slip forward can cause discomfort, though the separate battery pack mitigates some of this. Despite finicky touch controls and potential issues with window resizing, the headset is a worthwhile investment for those seeking English localizations for games like Otome titles.
All the New VR Games Launching in March 2026MoonMonster Studios has released a demo for their upcoming comedy VR game, Space Control. The full game is set to launch on Meta Quest and PC VR platforms.- Virtual Reality CheckA trailer has been released for the upcoming virtual reality puzzle game Interlocked Puzzle Islands. The game is expected to launch soon.
Meta's new FrameSync feature aims to make VR a little less nauseatingMeta is introducing FrameSync, a new frame timing technique for Horizon OS designed to reduce motion sickness in virtual reality. This feature aims to improve visual smoothness, decrease stale frames, and lower motion-to-photon latency by stabilizing frame pacing, potentially leading to a more comfortable VR experience.- Virtual Reality CheckA trailer has been announced for the PlayStation VR2, a virtual reality headset. Further details regarding the announcement were not provided in the article.
- PS4 VR (PS4 Pro)This review discusses the second version of the PlayStation VR headset for PlayStation 4, noting its HDR pass-through support and comfortable design. While dedicated VR games like Astrobot Rescue Mission offer an engaging experience, Tetris Effect's VR implementation is less impactful, and video content on YouTube VR is disappointing. The headset can also function as a personal display for PC gaming, though PC VR tracking requires third-party drivers.
The Pimax Crystal 8K VR Headset | CES 2024 - The Game FanaticsThe Pimax Crystal 8K VR headset was a prominent display at CES 2024, offering high-resolution visuals with 4K per eye at up to 120Hz and advanced eye-tracking technology. The headset supports both PCVR and standalone modes, with a wireless PCVR module expected soon. The article highlights the comfort and immersive experience, noting the absence of motion sickness during flight and racing game demos.
Should You Buy A Meta Quest 3S? - The Game FanaticsMeta announced the new Meta Quest 3S headset, which reportedly offers the same power as the Meta Quest 3 with some modifications. The company also held its Meta Connect conference, discussing advancements in VR and AR technology. The Meta Quest 2 is no longer being sold.- Pico Project Swan could be a game-changer for VR headset image quality, with beyond Apple Vision Pro pixel densityThe Pico Project Swan is set to significantly improve VR headset image quality with its 4,000PPI microOLED displays, achieving a pixel density of 45PPD. This represents a nearly fourfold increase compared to the Pico 4 Ultra and surpasses the pixel density of the Apple Vision Pro.
Iron Guard: Salvation review - VR tower defence has never worked betterIron Guard: Salvation is a highly polished VR tower defence game that significantly improves upon its predecessor. It offers diverse enemy types, strategic turret placement, and engaging mission objectives, making for an absorbing experience on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest, and PC VR. Despite its strong gameplay and visuals, the game is let down by a weak narrative and poor voice acting.
Meta "shifts focus" of Horizon Worlds platform from Quest VR to mobileMeta is shifting the focus of its Horizon Worlds metaverse platform from its Quest VR headsets to mobile devices to reach a larger market. The company is separating its VR and Worlds platforms, doubling down on the VR developer ecosystem while making Worlds almost exclusively mobile. This strategic shift follows significant financial losses for Reality Labs and recent layoffs and studio closures.
CyberConnect2 reveals new Anime RPG that finally revives franchise after nearly a decadeCyberConnect2 has revealed .Hack//Z.E.R.O, a new anime RPG that marks the return of the .Hack franchise after nearly a decade. Bandai Namco Entertainment has granted CyberConnect2 full creative control for this 30th-anniversary project. The game will explore themes of escapism and technology ethics within a virtual reality setting known as 'The World'.
Almost Every PSVR2 Game Reviewed (Part Fourteen / Letter N)This article reviews several PlayStation VR2 games starting with the letter N, including No Man's Sky, No More Rainbows, Nock, and Not For Broadcast VR. It highlights improvements in No Man's Sky for PSVR2, the challenging gameplay of No More Rainbows, the fun VR adaptation of Nock, and the confusing nature of Not For Broadcast VR.
義烏的VR體驗中心SPACEVRARENASPACEVRARENA, a virtual reality experience center, has opened in Yiwu, China. The opening was supported by Chinese partners who assisted in the organization and launch of the project.
Best VR headset 2026This guide reviews the best virtual reality headsets available, with the Meta Quest 3 being the top overall choice for its balance of features and price. Other recommended headsets include the Pico 4 as a non-Meta alternative, the Meta Quest 3S for budget-conscious buyers, and the Pimax Crystal for superior image quality. The article also covers factors like resolution, refresh rate, and ease of setup to help users choose the right VR headset for their needs.