Virtual Reality
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Virtual Reality.- ARTE and Curvature Games open the gates to narrative VR experience ‘The Amusement’ tomorrow!ARTE and Curvature Games announced the launch of their narrative VR experience, 'The Amusement,' available on SteamVR and Meta Quest starting April 16, 2026. Players explore an abandoned amusement park, uncovering fragmented memories of a family's past through interactive rides and environmental storytelling.
Woojer Vest 4 Review – Feel the bang for your buckThe Woojer Vest 4 offers an immersive haptic experience, enhancing gaming and media consumption with physical feedback. While lighter and more breathable than its predecessor, it maintains a premium feel and features improved haptic transducers. Despite a high price point, especially in certain regions, it provides a unique sensory enhancement for enthusiasts.- Sky Legends: An Aeropostal Epic unveils a new trailer featuring Jean Mermoz to celebrate the end of developmentSky Legends: An Aeropostal Epic has completed development, with a new trailer released to celebrate. The virtual reality flight simulation game features full cockpit immersion, realistic flight mechanics, and a narrative inspired by aviation pioneers like Jean Mermoz and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The game is set for a Spring 2026 release window.
Gaming’s Violence Debate Hits Critical Mass as Players Question Bloodier GamesA viral Reddit comment sparked a debate about the increasing violence in video games, questioning if modern titles have become excessively gory. The discussion highlights how advancements in technology like ray tracing and VR enhance the visceral impact of in-game violence, prompting comparisons to classic media debates and raising ethical questions about mature storytelling and player experience.
SteamVR Beta 2.16.3 brings Linux fixes for VRLinkValve 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.- Virtual Reality CheckA report claims that Apple is developing AI-powered glasses. The article references a report from The Independent regarding this potential new hardware.
Nvidia is pushing hyper-realism in games, but researchers say the real human benefits come in VRNew research from Murdoch University suggests that hyper-realistic virtual reality environments, driven by companies like Nvidia, may offer more significant benefits in areas like education, healthcare, and psychological therapy than in traditional gaming. These immersive worlds can evoke positive emotions such as awe, joy, and calm, which have therapeutic value and can improve engagement and memory retention.
No Man Sky’s Xeno Arena update has given me something I never knew I needed: Pokemon battling in VRThe Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky introduces turn-based creature battles, reminiscent of Pokemon, which can be experienced in VR. This feature adds significant depth to the game's companion system, encouraging players to register and level up more creatures. The author finds the VR implementation particularly engaging, fulfilling a childhood fascination with virtual creature combat.- TMNT: Empire City Preview – Hanging with Your Turtle Bros in VR is a Shell of a TimeTMNT: Empire City offers a promising co-op experience, allowing players to team up with friends in VR. A preview session showcased the game's open-area hub zones and questing mechanics, suggesting a fun and radical rendition of the Ninja Turtles.
2017 PS4 Console Exclusive Game Being Delisted After 9 YearsThe PlayStation 4 game Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul, originally released in 2017 and also playable with PlayStation VR, will be delisted from the PlayStation Store soon due to an expiring licensing agreement with Paramount. Publisher VRWERX announced the delisting without a specific date, and the game is currently priced at $29.99.- MMO Week in Review: EQ Legends’ beta, Ashes of Creation’s dramaThis week's MMO news roundup covers the upcoming closed beta for EverQuest Legends and ongoing legal drama surrounding Ashes of Creation. Several other titles like AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity, Dune Awakening, and Temtem Pioneers also saw significant updates or funding news.
Morbid Metal Early Access Review – VR TroopersMorbid Metal, the debut effort from SCREEN JUICE, offers a promising start in the rogue-lite genre with its fast-paced combat and exploration inspired by titles like Returnal. While the narrative is currently threadbare, the game features distinct playable characters with synergistic abilities and a robust customization system. The PC version runs smoothly, though the article suggests waiting for further content updates and roadmap reveals for a more complete experience.
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain is "looking forward" to generative AI for games, TV, and his doctor appointments in dire predictions: "Like a game and you want more content? It'll just generate it"Fallout co-creator Tim Cain expresses anticipation for a future where generative AI creates games, TV shows, and even medical diagnoses, envisioning dynamic content generation for entertainment and personalized healthcare. He predicts AI will allow players to customize game mechanics and storylines, and for dead MMOs to be revived with AI-generated players. Cain also suggests AI could serve as personalized diagnosticians and nutritionists, though he acknowledges the need for regulation and raises questions about creator compensation.- Darts VR2: Bullseye Review | DLH.netDarts VR2: Bullseye aims for realistic darts simulation in virtual reality, focusing on precision and accurate throws. The game emphasizes the core experience of standing at the oche and making every shot count.
Painting PC Brings the Hit Painting VR Experience to Desktop, Launching on Steam May 6.Oisoi Studio is launching Painting PC, a 2D desktop painting application derived from their VR title Painting VR, on Steam on May 6, 2026. The game aims to provide a calm and accessible virtual painting studio experience for users without requiring a VR headset, utilizing mouse and keyboard controls.
WRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR Launches on Steam with Fast-Paced VR CombatWRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR has launched on Steam, featuring fast-paced, ground-up VR combat where players must constantly move to survive. The game's "move or die" philosophy is highlighted as a core mechanic that enhances its narrative of survival in a dying world, offering an immersive experience that blurs the line between player and character.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve devs detail first-person aerial combat and world of StrangerealAce Combat 8: Wings of Theve will feature first-person aerial combat and support co-op and cross-play. The article also discusses the desire for full PlayStation VR2 support and a potential remaster of older Ace Combat titles, including the Xbox 360 exclusive Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation.- SteamVR Beta brings a number of fixes for Linux gamersValve has released beta updates for SteamVR, bringing numerous fixes and improvements, with a particular focus on Linux compatibility. Key updates include stability enhancements, resolution of texture leaks, improved GPU synchronization, and better compatibility with games like Pavlov and Into The Radius 2 on Meta Quest via streaming.
SteamOS 3.8.1 now in Beta for more gamers to test new featuresValve has released SteamOS 3.8.1 to Beta, bringing a significant update with numerous features and fixes for Steam Deck and other handheld gaming PCs. Key improvements include enhanced WiFi performance, better VRR support, updated graphics drivers, and expanded compatibility for various hardware and peripherals. The update also introduces preliminary support for hibernation and Wayland as the default desktop environment.- REVIEW: Darts VR 2: BullsEye | Gaming Couch PotatoDarts VR 2: BullsEye offers enjoyable short play sessions with some innovative features, but its long-term appeal may be limited. The virtual reality sports title provides a fun experience that might not be a must-have for all players.