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Save 2% on Pimax Crystal VR headsets and get $150 of accessories for free, thanks to PCGamesN
Pimax is offering a 2% discount on its Crystal Light and Crystal Super VR headsets, along with a free $150 accessory bundle, through the end of May. These high-resolution headsets require a powerful PC and offer superior visual clarity compared to devices like the Meta Quest 3. The deal is available worldwide.
Android XR is finally starting to feel real
Google's efforts in Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are beginning to show tangible progress with its Android XR platform. Despite needing to prove its capabilities, Google's smart glasses are poised to leverage significant advantages in the emerging XR market.
Samsung and Google just teased their upcoming Android XR smartglasses at Google I/O
Samsung and Google have teased their upcoming Android XR smartglasses, developed in partnership with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster. The announcement was made at Google I/O, highlighting advancements in augmented and virtual reality hardware.
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Apple has introduced a new accessibility feature for the Apple Vision Pro that allows users to control a wheelchair using only their eyes. This innovation leverages the headset's advanced eye-tracking technology to provide greater independence for users with mobility impairments.
Join the Darts VR2: Bullseye Public League Tournament Tests
Darts VR2: Bullseye is hosting public test evenings for its upcoming League Tournaments, supporting up to 16 players with cross-platform play across Meta Quest, PSVR 2, and SteamVR. These tests will help refine the eSports component before official tournaments begin this summer, offering cash prizes and in-game items. The game has also received an update adding 8 new country flags to its customization options.
How to watch the Google I/O 2026 keynote
Google's upcoming keynote will feature significant announcements regarding Artificial Intelligence and potential updates for Android XR. The event is scheduled for Tuesday.
Miles: The Forgotten Relic Announced
Polyarc has announced Miles: The Forgotten Relic, an action-adventure game set to release this summer for PC and consoles. This title is a bundle that reworks the first two Moss virtual reality games for broader platform play, including VR.
Pimax Crystal Light review - an ideal VR headset for flight and racing sims
The Pimax Crystal Light is a high-resolution VR headset recommended for PC gamers, particularly those playing flight and racing simulations. It offers a significant visual upgrade over older and entry-level headsets like the Meta Quest 3, with a resolution of 2,880 x 2,880 per eye, at a price point below $1,000. While large and heavy, it provides a comfortable experience and excellent image quality for its cost.
Båda Moss-spelen slås ihop och släpps till platta skärmar
Polyarc announced that Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a collection including the first Moss game and Moss: Book II, will be released for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch this summer. This new version will be playable on traditional flat screens, removing the VR requirement for the entire collection.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic brings the mousey VR saga to flatscreen consoles and PC
Polyarc has announced that the VR puzzle platformer Moss and its sequel Moss: Book II, along with the Twilight Garden DLC, will be released as a collection called Moss: The Forgotten Relic for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch this summer. This release adapts the games for flatscreen play, moving away from VR to reach a wider audience as the VR market becomes more niche.
You'll No Longer Need a Pricey Headset to Play Two of PSVR2's Best Games
The critically acclaimed virtual reality games Moss and Moss: Book II will be bundled and "reimagined" for flat screens in Moss: The Forgotten Relic, releasing this summer. Developer Polyarc is bringing the series to non-VR platforms due to the games' quality and the studio's recent financial difficulties. While some VR magic may be lost, the games are expected to remain enjoyable.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Announced for PC And Consoles
Developer Polyarc has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a new installment that combines the VR titles Moss and Moss: Book II into a single, enhanced adventure. The game will launch this summer for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Switch 2, featuring reimagined visuals and new cutscenes.
Another metaverse is set to die in June
Hololive's metaverse project, Holoearth, will be shut down on June 28, following Meta's announcement that the VR version of Meta Horizon Worlds is also closing in June. Holoearth aimed to provide an immersive fan experience but faced limitations with instanced rooms that could only hold 50 users. Sales of premium currency and items have already ceased, with remaining virtual currency to be refunded.
Beloved PS4 Adventure Games Coming to PS5 in Summer 2026
Polyarc announced that the adventure game series Moss, comprising Moss and Moss: Book II, will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC as Moss: The Forgotten Relic in Summer 2026. While enhanced for current platforms with new cutscenes and accessibility options, the collection will not feature PlayStation VR2 compatibility.
The cute VR platformer Moss and its sequel are heading to consoles
The VR platformer Moss and its sequel, Moss: Book II, are being released as a bundle for consoles this summer. This collection will include both games and some additional downloadable content.
Sky Legends, An Aeropostal Epic Takes Flight on Meta Quest 3 and 3S on May 18 and Reveals Its Release Trailer
SUPER AC announced that Sky Legends, An Aeropostal Epic will be released on May 18, 2026, for Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S headsets. The game is a VR flight simulation inspired by early aviation pioneers, featuring exploration, storytelling, and piloting across various landscapes. A new release trailer has also been unveiled.
New Virtual Boy reviews on Switch: Jack Bros., Vertical Force, V-Tetris and more
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack has added a third wave of Virtual Boy games, including Jack Bros., Vertical Force, and V-Tetris. While some titles like Vertical Force show promise, many, like Virtual Bowling and Space Invaders Virtual Collection, are considered uninteresting or flawed. The reviews highlight the unique but limited red-and-black stereoscopic 3D of the Virtual Boy console.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Announced for PC And Consoles, Releases This Summer
Polyarc Games has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a new platformer for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, set to release this summer. This title reimagines the story of Quill, the heroic mouse from the original VR Moss games, into a single, cohesive experience with improved cutscenes and a handcrafted world.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic, A Packaged Non-VR Version of the First Two Moss Games Has Been Announced, Launching This Summer | Console Creatures
Polyarc has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a compilation that retells the story of the original Moss and Moss: Book II for PC and consoles. This non-VR version will launch this summer with enhanced visuals, new cutscenes, and accessibility options like 'Skip Combat'.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic is a shinier, VR-less fusion of the two beloved puzzle platformers that's out this summer
Polyarc is releasing Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a VR-less version of the Moss series that combines Moss and Moss: Book II into a single adventure for PC. This new version features enhanced visuals, a "Smart Follow Camera" system, new handcraft cutscenes, and includes the Twilight Garden DLC with an option to skip combat.
