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RealGo Initiates AI Meme 3.0 Festival Featuring 200 Million RT Shards Prize Pool
RealGo is launching its AI Meme 3.0 Festival from May 14 to May 24, featuring a prize pool of 200 million RT Shards. The event aims to blend AI with meme culture and is a precursor to RealGo's token generation event in Q2 2026. RealGo, an AR/LBS plus AI-driven Meme 3.0 consumer application on BNB Chain, recently secured $3.5 million in funding from investors like Animoca Brands and Cogitent Ventures.
Switch 2 Star Fox comes with a slick GameChat feature, but you'll want to avoid one of the most popular cameras for…
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature a Star Fox game with a GameChat AR filter, allowing players to transform into characters using compatible cameras. The article advises against using the Hori Piranha Plant Camera due to its low 480p resolution, recommending the official Nintendo 1080p camera or any other compatible USB-C webcam for a better experience.
Star Fox revealed for Switch 2, remaking the N64 classic Lylat Wars with a June launch
Nintendo has announced Star Fox, a remake of the Nintendo 64 classic Star Fox 64 (known as Lylat Wars in some regions), for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is set to launch on June 25, 2026, and features a visual overhaul, new cinematic cutscenes, and a new 4v4 dogfighting mode. It will also include online multiplayer and support for AR features using a webcam.
Nintendo Reveals Star Fox GameChat Character Avatars And AR Filters
Nintendo has revealed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 title, Star Fox, will feature GameChat support with character avatars and AR filters. Players can embody Star Fox characters with facial tracking or add themed accessories like ears or a beak. This feature requires a Nintendo Switch Online subscription and a compatible camera.
Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y Coming to Pokémon GO
Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are set to debut in Pokémon GO during Pokémon GO Fest 2026. Trainers can earn Mega Energy by defeating these powerful Pokémon in Super Mega Raid Battles or by completing Timed Research. Special bonuses will be available for attendees of the in-person events in Chicago, Copenhagen, and Tokyo, offering early access to Mega Evolution for Mewtwo.
First-Person Magic Simulator and Sandbox Waltz of the Wizard Is Out on Mobile
Waltz of the Wizard, a first-person magic simulator and sandbox game originally released on PC in 2019, is now available on mobile platforms. The game features a talking skull companion named Skully, a large sandbox environment with various spells and interactive elements, and a narrative to uncover. It is free to try with an optional one-time in-app purchase for the full experience.
Images of Samsung's rumored smart glasses have leaked
Images and details of Samsung's upcoming smart glasses, codenamed 'Jinju', have leaked, suggesting a price range of $380 to $500. These glasses will reportedly run on the Android XR platform with Google Gemini integration but will not feature a display in their initial release. A second model with a micro-LED display is planned for 2027.
Niantic is already sunsetting its 2023 mobile MMOARG Peridot
Niantic is shutting down its 2023 mobile MMOARG Peridot, with in-app purchases disabled immediately and the game being removed from app stores on May 14, 2026, followed by server closure on August 31, 2026. The company cited the high technical demands and investment required for an always-on AR experience as reasons for the closure, while stating the franchise will continue on other platforms like Meta Quest 3 and AR wearables.
Viture’s Next-Gen Beast XR Glasses Are Here And Ready To Bring An IMAX-Sized Screen To Your Face
Viture has launched its new flagship Beast XR glasses, priced at $549 and shipping April 27, offering an IMAX-like visual experience with Sony's Micro-OLED panels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 1200p resolution per eye. These glasses are compatible with a wide range of devices including PC, Mac, mobile phones, and consoles like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with various accessories available for enhanced connectivity. The lightweight, durable design also features integrated Harman AudioEFX speakers and customizable AR/blackout modes.
Gen Z in China Turns Shopping Malls into Real-Life Battle Royales - GameHaunt
Young adults in China are transforming empty shopping malls into real-life battle royale arenas after dark, utilizing augmented reality headsets and motion sensors. These events, inspired by games like PUBG and Peacekeeper Elite, involve 40-60 players running over 5 kilometers in 90-minute matches, blending intense physical activity with social interaction and offering a unique alternative to traditional gaming.
Pokémon Go Fans Use Government Maps to Hunt Snakes
Players of the augmented reality game Pokémon Go are utilizing U.S. government geographic maps to locate the newly introduced sand snake Pokémon, Silicobra. This highlights the community's creative methods for engaging with the game's location-based mechanics.
Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary Is Expanding With a New VR and AR Game
Andy Weir's "Project Hail Mary" is expanding with a new VR and AR game titled "Project Hail Mary: Journey Among the Stars." Developed by Maze Theory in collaboration with Amazon MGM, the game features an original story written by Weir where players control Ryland Grace. It is set for a late 2026 release window on mixed reality platforms.
Sony to acquire machine learning company Cinemersive Labs
Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to acquire machine learning company Cinemersive Labs, which specializes in 3D photography and video for VR and AR. The acquisition aims to enhance Sony's visual computing efforts in game development. The Cinemersive Labs team will join SIE's Visual Computing Group to advance rendering techniques and visual fidelity.
Sony to acquire AI and computer vision company Cinemersive Labs
Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to acquire UK-based machine learning and computer vision company Cinemersive Labs. The firm specializes in immersive 3D photography and video for VR and AR and will join SIE's Visual Computing Group to advance visual computing in games through machine learning and improved rendering techniques.
Morning Mobilization
New smart glasses now allow users to read ebooks and play chess at eye level. This development integrates reading and gaming functionalities directly into the augmented reality experience provided by the smart glasses.
Sony Interactive Entertainment acquires UK-based Cinemersive Labs
Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired UK-based Cinemersive Labs, a company specializing in camera technology for AR/VR experiences. Cinemersive Labs also focuses on machine learning and generative AI-assisted 3D photographic technology.
Dig It Gold Season 2 Release: Introducing Energy and NUGS Rewards
Dig It Gold Game has launched Season 2, introducing new features and higher earning potential with its NUGS currency, which is linked to real-world gold through AuCan Gold's operations. The game utilizes Telegram as a Mini App for seamless access and has expanded its utility through collaborations with GAMEE and upcoming titles like Go For Gold.
Pokemon Go's April Fool's Surprise Is Real, And Fans Are Loving It
Pokemon Go has officially introduced Mimikyu, a highly requested Pokemon, to the game, debunking April Fool's Day rumors. Mimikyu will have increased spawns during the Spotlight Hour and will also appear in random task rewards. The game is also set to feature Silicobra and shiny Toedscool, along with a Fashion Raid Day event.
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.
Monado becomes the open source foundation for various OpenXR (VR) vendors
Collabora's open-source XR runtime, Monado, has become the foundational technology for numerous vendors in the VR and AR industry, including Google's AndroidXR, Hololight Stream, NVIDIA CloudXR, Pico, PortalVR, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon Spaces. Monado's modularity, quality, permissive licensing, and lower barrier to entry are cited as key advantages for its widespread adoption.
