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Scientists Hope This VR Game Can Help Improve Eyesight Soon
- Japanese scientists at Kwansei Gakuin University have developed a VR game to improve eyesight using target-shooting mechanics based on Landolt C rings.
- The game, designed for the Meta Quest 2 headset, engages players in fast-paced eye exercises that mimic traditional vision therapy, resulting in noticeable improvements in eyesight during a six-week trial.
- The VR game can also assist in treating amblyopia by delivering different images to each eye, helping naturally engage the weaker eye and making vision therapy more interactive and fun, especially for children.
- Real user experiences on Reddit show positive outcomes of VR gaming on vision improvement, suggesting that immersive and interactive VR experiences could revolutionize vision care in the future.
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'The Reality of Hope' Documents Life-Saving VRChat Friendship
- The documentary, The Reality of Hope, portrays the life-saving friendship between Hiyu and Photographotter in VRChat.
- Photographotter flew from America to Sweden to donate his kidney to Hiyu, forging a closer bond between them.
- The film delves into the challenges faced during this journey, with support from the VR community and friends.
- Director Joe Hunting and producer MaxFilms capture the essence of online connections turning into offline support.
- The story highlights the importance of virtual friendships and the impact of saving a life through online connections.
- Hiyu's kidney issues led to a plea for a donor, which was answered by Photographotter despite not knowing Hiyu personally.
- The process involved fundraising, travel arrangements, and navigating government regulations before the surgery.
- The documentary showcases the journey of Hiyu and Photographotter, blurring the lines between virtual and real-life experiences.
- MaxFilms played a crucial role in filming the documentary, integrating physical and digital realms seamlessly.
- The camaraderie and humor between Hiyu and Otter shine through, depicting a story of resilience, support, and friendship.
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Phasmophobia will be getting a sound recorder, evidence revamp, and more with its Chronicle update next month
- Phasmophobia's next update, Chronicle, is set to release on June 24th with new features like sound evidence and a redesigned journal.
- The update introduces sound evidence obtained using a sound recorder, redesigned media tab in the journal, new events like EMF spikes and interactions, and different ghost forms.
- Players will earn bonus rewards for capturing unique evidence, and the update also includes bug fixes.
- A rework of Grafton Farmhouse will follow the Chronicle update, featuring an overhaul of the map with re-themed rooms, size changes, and a new crowded attic.
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Alliance Peacefighter Is An X-Wing Inspired PC VR Space Sim
- Alliance Peacefighter, inspired by Wing Commander and X-Wing, is a story-driven space sim coming to PC VR next week.
- Developed by Manchester-based studio Urban Logic Games, the game aims for an aesthetic between Homeworld and Star Fox, paying tribute to the golden age of space sims.
- In Alliance Peacefighter, players take on the role of a newly qualified Alliance pilot in a battle between galactic superpowers, offering full control over the ship's power and shields in a hybrid game for flatscreen and VR.
- The game is set to launch on Steam on June 4 with support for motion controllers, gamepads, HOTAS joysticks, and Steam Deck, with potential expansion to other platforms based on its success.
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Bono: Stories Of Surrender, The First Feature-Length Apple Immersive Video, Is Out Now
- Bono: Stories of Surrender, the first-ever feature-length Apple Immersive Video, is out now on Apple Vision Pro.
- The documentary, 1 hour 26 minutes long, reveals personal experiences shaping Bono as a son, husband, activist, and U2 frontman.
- Apple Immersive Video offers 180-degree video with high resolution, HDR, and spatial audio through the Apple TV app.
- Apple continues its focus on Apple Immersive Video with content like music videos, concerts, and plans for livestreamed events on Vision Pro.
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Meta Reportedly Set to Expand Retail Locations as Smart Glasses Competition Heats Up
- Meta is reportedly planning to expand its retail presence beyond its first brick-and-mortar store, following an internal communication.
- The expansion may include hiring retail staff and opening more physical stores, potentially mirroring Apple's retail strategy.
- Meta currently operates a single permanent store in California and has experimented with pop-up stores in the past.
- The retail focus is driven by the success of Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and competition heating up in the smart glasses market, with Google and Apple also entering the fray.
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New VR Games & Releases June 2025: Quest, SteamVR, PlayStation VR2 & More
- June brings a variety of new VR games, from futuristic racers to games like The Smurfs, featuring The Midnight Walk, Final Fury, and more from May's releases.
- Highlights include Alliance Peacefighter, Epyka, Little Thief, The Phoenix Gene, and Neon Cipher releasing on different platforms in June.
- Exer Gale offers an immersive flight simulator experience, while V-Racer Hoverbike and Zombie Army VR bring thrilling racing and shooting experiences to VR.
- OVRDARK and Badminton Time VR cater to different genres with their story-driven gameplay and multiplayer sports game, respectively, launching in June.
- The Smurfs - Flower Defense introduces action, strategy, and storytelling elements based on the beloved comic series, while Elemental Towers and Cave Crave present magical and exploratory experiences.
- Neolithic Dawn offers a survival game experience, and Requisition VR combines crafting and combat in an extraction-based adventure, all expected to release in June 2025.
- The list of new releases may be updated if more games are announced, teasing exciting additions to the VR gaming landscape.
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Warplanes Pacific & Border Bots Are June's Horizon+ Monthly Games On Quest
- Warplanes: Battles over Pacific and Border Bots VR are the Meta Horizon+ monthly redeemable games for June 2025 on Quest.
- Meta Horizon+ is a subscription service on Quest that allows users to redeem two pre-selected games each month, with additional titles available in its Games Catalog.
- Warplanes: Battles over Pacific is a WWII dogfighting game with a single-player campaign, PvP multiplayer mode, and co-op missions. Border Bots VR is a comedic sci-fi puzzle sim where you play as a border control agent inspecting robots.
- The Meta Horizon+ subscription costs $8 per month or $60 annually and offers a library of Quest titles for subscribers to enjoy.
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QuestCraft 6.0 Brings Major Performance Improvement & Pico Support
- QuestCraft 6.0 is the latest major update to the unofficial Minecraft VR port, introducing performance improvements and Pico support.
- The update adds support for ByteDance's Pico Neo 3 Link, Pico 4, and Pico 4 Ultra headsets, along with expanded mod support and additional features like multi-account support and a log viewer.
- Players can access the full patch notes on GitHub, but some are experiencing login issues post-update. QuestCraft 5.0 aimed to improve performance on Quest 3 headsets, with Quest 2 and onwards supported by the latest update.
- QuestCraft allows Minecraft VR gameplay on standalone headsets through modding, as official PC VR and PlayStation VR support has been removed from Minecraft Bedrock. QuestCraft 6.0 is currently available on SideQuest and GitHub.
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12 years after teasing buses were coming to Euro Truck Simulator 2, they finally arrive
- Euro Truck Simulator 2 is finally introducing driveable buses after 12 years of anticipation.
- The announcement was made through a trailer showing a big white bus pulling out from behind a Scania truck.
- The addition of buses fulfills a long-forgotten tease that dates back to 2013 by the game developers, SCS Software.
- The exact form of the buses and details about the DLC pack are yet to be revealed, but it is a significant move in the evolution of the game.
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Immersivelearning
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Immersive Learning: Beyond The Hype To Real Business Impact
- Immersive learning is revolutionizing corporate training by providing engaging, hands-on experiences that enhance skill retention and drive tangible business outcomes.
- The real value of immersive learning lies in its ability to create lasting learning experiences and deliver practical business results.
- Immersive learning shifts from passive content consumption to interactive and emotional experiences that accelerate onboarding and skill development.
- Engagement in immersive learning is achieved through realistic scenarios in virtual environments that transform passive learners into active problem-solvers.
- Emotional connections and storytelling play a crucial role in immersive learning, leading to better retention and engagement among learners.
- Immediate feedback and hands-on problem-solving in immersive learning promote faster skill mastery and build confidence in learners.
- Immersive learning allows for personalization and inclusivity, catering to individual learning styles and needs for a more effective training experience.
- Knowledge retention is enhanced in immersive learning through active experimentation and real-world application of skills, leading to deeper understanding.
- A case study showcased how a management consulting firm improved leadership training using immersive simulations, resulting in enhanced decision-making skills and confidence among managers.
- To leverage the benefits of immersive learning, organizations are advised to identify high-impact areas, invest in immersive platforms, blend modalities, track performance, and align with business goals.
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XR News Roundup: Crystal Commanders, Slap Fighter VR, Bow Course & More
- Crystal Commanders game received its first major patch with the Cliffside Clash update introducing a new map, public matchmaking, and a new mode called 'Payload Pursuit'.
- Slap Fighter VR release was delayed to fall 2025, with a first gameplay clip released at the VR Fitness Summit.
- Into the Radius 2 received a new hotfix addressing crashes and save load issues following its early access launch on Quest 3.
- Bow Course, an archery golfing game, is now available in early access on Quest featuring single-player and multiplayer support with customizable difficulty settings.
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Alien Isolation's New GRAND-MotherVR Mod Adds Hands & Brings QOL Improvements
- Eight years after Nibre’s MotherVR mod introduced basic VR support for Alien: Isolation, a new modder is enhancing the experience with the GRAND-MotherVR Mod.
- Initially showcased with VR support at E3 in 2014, Alien: Isolation had a prototype VR mode for early Rift developer kits, but Sega did not pursue further development.
- MotherVR by Nibre, released over 3 years after the game's launch, provided VR improvements but lacked polish and full motion controller support.
- In 2020, MotherVR added motion controller support, but with limitations. The new GRAND-MotherVR mod by JayP offers enhanced motion controller support and quality-of-life improvements.
- GRAND-MotherVR intensifies the nail-biting experience of Alien: Isolation, enhancing graphics, motion controller support, and overall fidelity.
- Setting up the mod requires file manipulation and knowledge of PC directories, with potential issues that may need troubleshooting, such as runtime configuration and background services.
- The mod improves controls, makes terminals more accessible, enhances visuals, and heightens immersion by showing players' hands in the game.
- The improved graphics amplify the game's dark and creepy atmosphere, drawing players deeper into the sense of dread while being hunted by the Xenomorph.
- The mod's QOL improvements, addition of hand models, and enhanced realism contribute to a more immersive and engaging gameplay experience.
- Overall, the GRAND-MotherVR mod by JayP revitalizes Alien: Isolation for VR players, offering a terrifying yet immersive experience that appeals to both new and returning players.
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What you should—and shouldn’t—do in virtual reality
- Virtual reality (VR) offers immersive experiences that are great for things that are Dangerous, Impossible, Counterproductive, or Expensive to do in real life (DICE).
- VR is effective for virtual travel and therapy, helping individuals face fears in a safe environment and treat phobias successfully.
- In learning, VR is best suited for hands-on tasks like surgery or public speaking, whereas traditional methods work better for simple tasks like math problems.
- Choosing the right avatar in VR is crucial, as studies show that different virtual identities can influence behavior, and VR lacks real anonymity due to tracking body movements.
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New Immersive tool aims to strengthen OT cyber readiness across industrial sectors
- Immersive launched an OT security solution aimed at enhancing cyber readiness for industrial environments facing OT threats.
- The new offering provides training for red and blue teams to detect, disrupt, and respond to OT-specific cyber threats.
- It includes features like Adaptive OT/ICS Skills Assessment, Hands-On Labs, OT Threat Actor Collection, OT Cyber Threat Intelligence Collection, and more.
- Immersive emphasizes the importance of robust security measures and thorough training to defend against ransomware, nation-state attacks, and supply chain vulnerabilities targeting OT systems.
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