Virtual Reality
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Virtual Reality.
Resident Evil Requiem fan won’t wait for Capcom, whips up nasty VR mod on behalf of freak-kind: "NO WAY IT’S ALREADY IN 6DOF WHAT THE HELL!?"A modder known as Gamertag VR has created a virtual reality mod for the recently released Resident Evil Requiem, featuring full 6DOF and seamless integration of hand and motion tracking. While a preview build was shown, the mod is expected to release very soon, allowing players to experience the survival horror game in VR.- Subscriptions, Clouds, and StreamsNVIDIA announced that GeForce NOW is boosting its Virtual Reality capabilities to 90 FPS. This enhancement aims to improve the streaming experience for VR content on the platform.
- Western Warriors Expansion Pack for Dragon Fist Fighter ForgeClique 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 is Ending Game Development at Tom Clancy Studio Red Storm Entertainment and Laying Off 105Ubisoft is reportedly ending game development at its Red Storm Entertainment studio, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees. The studio will transition to a support role for IT and the company's Snowdrop engine. This move is part of a larger restructuring effort by Ubisoft, which has also led to game cancellations and delays.
Smooth Moves: 90 Frames-Per-Second Virtual Reality Arrives on GeForce NOWNVIDIA'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 MechanicsCowboy 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 moreGE-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 mobileMeta 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.
Games Inbox: Are people right to criticise Nvidia’s DLSS 5 tech?Readers express concerns over Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology, with some criticizing its rollout and potential AI integration. The discussion also touches on the decline of VR gaming, nostalgia for the Xbox 360 era, and anticipation for upcoming game releases in 2026, including Grand Theft Auto 6 and Persona 6.- Meta is separating the VR element from its Horizon Worlds social platformMeta is separating the virtual reality component from its Horizon Worlds social platform, shifting development entirely to mobile devices. While Meta maintains its commitment to VR, this move indicates a strategic pivot for the Horizon Worlds experience.
- Virtual Reality CheckThe trailer for the virtual reality game Skytail has been released, announcing its launch date of March 26, 2026. Further details about the game's content and platforms are expected closer to release.
Another nail in the Metaverse coffin: Meta Horizon Worlds is shutting down in three months for VR, but the mobile app…Meta is shutting down the virtual reality version of its social platform, Meta Horizon Worlds, on June 15. The VR version will be removed from the Quest store on March 31, though the mobile app will continue to be supported. This move is part of Meta's broader strategy to refocus its VR development efforts.- Virtual Reality CheckA 10% discount is available for Prison Simulator VR on Steam. This virtual reality title is currently on sale for PC players.
- Take To The Clouds With Telekinetic Powers When Skytail Hits Meta Quest Headsets On March 26thSkytail, a new VR title from Coatsink, is set to launch on Meta Quest platforms on March 26th. Players will ride a birdlike companion and use telekinetic powers to defeat enemies in a rescue mission. The game aims to leverage VR for engaging gameplay with gesture controls.
VR app Meta Horizon Worlds will no longer be playable in VRMeta Horizon Worlds, the VR social network app, will cease to be playable in virtual reality starting June 15, transitioning to a mobile-only experience. This change is part of Meta's renewed focus on VR and mobile platforms, aiming to streamline the Quest experience and better support developers. The move follows significant financial losses and studio closures within Meta's Reality Labs division.- Facebook/Meta is killing off the VR part of its VR metaverse game Horizon Worlds in JuneMeta is sunsetting the virtual reality version of its metaverse game Horizon Worlds on June 15, 2026, removing it from the Quest store. The company states this is to allow each platform to grow with greater focus, with the game continuing on mobile devices. The VR version, launched in 2020, faced criticism for its graphics and performance.
- Cowboy Duel VR Shoots onto PSVR2, Coming Soon to Meta QuestCowboy Duel VR, a virtual reality game set in the Wild West, is launching on PlayStation VR2 and will be available soon on Meta Quest. Players will step into the role of a legendary gunslinger.
Live Music Tuesdays Debut in Decentraland March 24Decentraland is launching "Takeover Tuesdays" on March 24, a new series of live music events held every Tuesday in its virtual Theatre. These events will feature Twitch streamers hosting DJ sets, offering interactive experiences with customized effects and real-time performer engagement for attendees within Decentraland, while also being broadcast on Twitch.- Virtual Reality CheckNVIDIA RTX-accelerated computers can now connect directly to the Apple Vision Pro. Meanwhile, Meta is shutting down its virtual reality social platform Horizon Worlds on Meta Quest devices.
- Meta will shut down VR Horizon Worlds access in JuneMeta will discontinue virtual reality access to its metaverse platform, Horizon Worlds, on June 15, 2026. The company is shifting its focus to a smartphone version of the app and will remove VR-specific worlds and features from the Meta Quest store by March 31, 2026.