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TMNT: Empire City creative director on adapting Turtles' style to a VR game
Empire City Creative Director Ace St. Germain discussed the challenges and process of adapting the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' distinct style and action for a virtual reality game. The interview focused on translating the franchise's aesthetic into an immersive VR experience.
Meta isn't shutting down its VR metaverse after all
Meta has reversed its decision to shut down the VR version of its metaverse, Horizon Worlds, stating it will remain accessible for existing games for the foreseeable future. CTO Andrew Bosworth clarified that while the company is pivoting its metaverse focus towards AI and mobile experiences, VR and Horizon Worlds are not being abandoned. Meta continues to invest in VR technology and is working on its next two generations of VR headsets.
Meta is separating the VR element from its Horizon Worlds social platform
Meta 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.
VR app Meta Horizon Worlds will no longer be playable in VR
Meta 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.
Orbital Overdrive Out Now on Steam
Independent developer Horsefly Games and publisher Coyote Time Publishing announced that Orbital Overdrive, a roguelite twin-stick shooter, is now available on Steam for PC. The game features a score-as-currency system, dual-planet gameplay with orbital and underground combat, hundreds of upgrades, and 2 to 4 player local co-op. A free demo is also available on Steam, and the game includes VR support.
Vortex 9 Review - Colourful FPS for VR Newbies | XR Source
Vortex 9 is a colorful first-person shooter designed for VR newcomers. The article also notes that co-op servers for Zombie Army VR will be shut down at the end of March due to Unity's Multiplay Game Server Hosting Service exit, though its single-player campaign remains unaffected.
VR specialist nDreams proposes layoffs and two studio closures
VR specialist nDreams has proposed layoffs and the closure of two studios. Separately, MindsEye developer Build A Rocket Boy, founded by Leslie Benzies, announced its second round of job cuts in eight months, alleging corporate sabotage.
29 Best Horror Games To Play In The Dark In 2026
This guide highlights 29 of the best horror games available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, suitable for playing in the dark. The list includes a variety of experiences, from solo adventures and co-op scares to big-budget sequels and indie hits, with updates provided throughout the year.
Skiing VR is coming to stores
Skiing VR, an arcade ski simulator for VR, will be released on Steam on February 28, 2022. The game features multiple modes including time and speed races, score challenges, and free ride across four maps, with a unique AI-driven control system.
