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Dark Ride: Sweet Dreams Launches Free in Early Access on March 10
Indie VR studio Paleozoic is releasing Dark Ride: Sweet Dreams as a free Early Access experience on PC and Meta Quest on March 10, 2026. This theme park-style VR dark ride focuses on exploration and atmospheric immersion, serving as a proof of concept for a larger project. The studio is using Early Access to gather player feedback for future updates.
The Boys Is Getting A Game Right Before Its Final Season Begins
The Boys: Trigger Warning, a new VR game based on the Prime Video series, will launch on Meta Quest 3 on March 26, with a PlayStation VR2 version in development. The first-person stealth action game features voice work from several show actors and allows players to team up with The Boys. The game releases shortly before the show's fifth and final season begins on April 8.
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The release trailer for Unseen Diplomacy 2 was unveiled on March 16th. The game is a virtual reality title.
Rager review - fight robots and keep fit in VR
Rager is a PlayStation VR2 rhythm combat game that combines virtual reality with fitness, challenging players to fight robots with swords and maces to an EDM soundtrack. While offering satisfying melee combat and a good workout, the game is criticized for its extreme brevity, with all levels completable in about an hour.
SAO: Echoes of Aincrad Gets Deadly New Mode That Raises Stakes
Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad has introduced a new 'Death Game Mode' that simulates the high-stakes scenario of being unable to log out of a virtual world, where death in-game results in permanent character loss. This mode aims to capture the core anxiety of the original Sword Art Online premise and could signal a new direction for anime game adaptations by focusing on the essence of source material concepts rather than direct scene recreation. The article also touches on player concerns regarding balance and accessibility, and highlights PC as a suitable platform for such experimental gameplay.
2026 is the Year of the VR Flight Simulator
The year 2026 is anticipated to be significant for the VR flight simulator genre, with several promising titles expected to launch. The virtual reality gaming landscape is seeing substantial growth in this specific simulation category.
2026 is the Year of the VR Flight Simulator
Vortex 9, a popular mobile first-person shooter, has been released for Meta Quest VR headsets. The review finds it to be a highly competent VR title, suitable for newcomers to the genre.
Darts VR2: Bullseye is coming soon to all three major platforms
Darts VR2 is set to launch soon on PlayStation VR2 and two other major platforms. The virtual reality darts simulation aims to provide an authentic experience for players.
Valve still hopes to ship the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Steam Controller "this year"
Valve has stated it still intends to ship the Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame this year, though it is no longer providing specific release windows. The company cited challenges with memory and storage shortages as reasons for previous delays. Valve also reflected on its hardware development journey, highlighting advancements in Linux compatibility and the gamepad experience.
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A new publisher has launched with the goal of supporting virtual reality game developers and helping them innovate. The publisher aims to assist developers in surviving until VR experiences a significant breakout moment in the market.
Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad Revealed, New Action RPG Launches July 10
Bandai Namco has revealed Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, a new action RPG launching on July 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game allows players to create their own protagonist and features fast-paced combat, NPC allies, and exploration of environments inspired by Aincrad.
Are Poker VR Experiences Starting to Catch Up to Regular Online Poker? - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
VR poker has significantly improved with better graphics and hand tracking, offering more immersion than traditional online poker. However, the high cost and inconvenience of VR hardware remain major barriers to widespread adoption, preventing it from fully closing the gap with more accessible online poker platforms. While VR gaming market growth is strong, VR poker is expected to develop alongside, rather than replace, established online poker formats for the foreseeable future.
Rager PS VR2 Review – Rhythm-Fueled Ninja Combat - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
Rager 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" arrives
Kevin 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 closed
VR 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 closures
VR 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 24
Interlocked: 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 Sweetie
The 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 2026
MoonMonster 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.
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A trailer has been released for the upcoming virtual reality puzzle game Interlocked Puzzle Islands. The game is expected to launch soon.