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Banners & Bastions Is A Mixed Reality Tabletop RTS Coming To Quest
- Banners & Bastions is a mixed reality tabletop real-time strategy game coming to Quest this Summer.
- The game is a tabletop roguelite with hand-tracking controls developed by Not Suspicious, offering strategic and tactical gameplay.
- Battles in the game occur on procedurally generated maps with different waves of fights; players can summon units, use magical abilities like fireballs, and build structures.
- Banners & Bastions will be available on the Meta Quest platform this summer, with a public beta accessible through its official Discord server.
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New Memoreum Gameplay Trailer Confirms October Delay On Quest
- Sci-fi action horror game Memoreum by Patient 8 Games is set to release on Quest in October, featuring Dr. Otto Hudson in a VR narrative set in 2311.
- The game involves investigating an outbreak of the Ichor Infection after awakening from stasis, with a gameplay trailer showcasing Quest 3 footage.
- Initially scheduled for a September launch, Memoreum has been delayed to October 9, with a preorder 'Devil's Iron Skin Pack' offering exclusive weapon skins.
- While the release date for PlayStation VR2 and Steam is yet to be confirmed, the Meta Quest release is set for October 9, with further updates to come.
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Chess Club Makes A Play On PlayStation VR2 Next Week
- Chess Club, developed by Odders Lab, is bringing the classic strategy game to PlayStation VR2 next week.
- Players can compete across four different environments against friends and computer-controlled opponents with support for ranked and casual matchmaking.
- The game was previously launched on Quest and its upcoming release on PlayStation VR2 coincides with World Chess Day weekend.
- While additional enhancements on the PS VR2 version are unknown, the Quest edition allows players to engage in mixed reality gameplay with digital boards.
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Fixer Undercover VR Is A MacGyver-Inspired Puzzler Coming To Steam
- Fixer Undercover VR is a puzzle adventure game set in 'Redemption Prison' where players must infiltrate disguised as an undercover maintenance worker named Agent 404.
- Players will solve puzzles using tools like saws, wrenches, and screwdrivers to outsmart the warden, Viktor Kozlov, and uncover his evil plans.
- The game features a robo-buddy named Winston who assists players through the espionage missions by providing equipment and helping hack security systems.
- Fixer Undercover VR is scheduled for release on Steam in Q1 2026 and will also be available on Quest, offering a seven-chapter campaign full of intriguing challenges.
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Survival Horror FPS Trenches VR Makes Its Way To Quest, Steam & PS VR2 Soon
- Trenches VR, a psychological survival horror set during World War 1, gets a flatscreen-to-VR treatment and is set to release on Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, and Steam later this year.
- Developed by Steelkrill Studio and published by Perp Games, the game recreates the claustrophobic trenches of the First World War with a supernatural twist, adding tension and unexpected threats as players try to escape from enemy lines.
- Gameplay elements such as otherworldly monsters reacting to sound, the need to hide, and jumpscares cater to hardcore horror fans. The sanity bar in the game adds to the tense atmosphere, potentially changing the game's surroundings as it drops.
- With Steelkrill Studio's previous horror releases, Trenches VR is expected to join a strong library of VR horror games. The upcoming release on VR platforms like Meta Quest and PlayStation VR2 adds to the anticipation for horror game enthusiasts.
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Virtual Skate Pops An Ollie With New Trailer And Release Date
- Flip Axis Studios' Virtual Skate, a modding-friendly, physics-based skating simulator, is set to release on SteamVR and Meta Quest on August 21.
- The game offers a unique control scheme where each hand controls a foot directly, allowing for full 3D control over movements.
- Virtual Skate also features Filmer Mode for recording and rewinding, multiplayer support for up to four players, and emphasis on social interaction and customization.
- The studio aims to encourage a modding community by offering dozens of maps and supporting current-generation Quest headsets, with the game available for wishlisting on Steam and the Quest store.
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Hide The Corpse Confirms PlayStation VR2 Release Date
- Hide The Corpse, a physics puzzler game developed by Realcast, is set to release on PlayStation VR2 on August 18.
- The game, which tasks players with hiding a dead body within four minutes, was originally launched on Quest last year.
- The PlayStation VR2 version's release date had been previously uncertain, but during the UploadVR Summer Showcase, it was confirmed for August 18.
- No specific release date has been provided for the Steam edition of Hide The Corpse at this time.
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Walkabout Mini Golf Passport Series Visits An Incredible New Location In August
- Walkabout Mini Golf is releasing its second course in the Passport series in August, teasing a real-world location.
- The new course follows the success of the Venice course released last year.
- The developers are aiming to capture the spirit of the new location with intricate details, and have impressed a brand associated with the location.
- In June, Crystal Lair was released, integrating the LIV virtual camera across the game, providing enhanced scene capture features.
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Co-Op Puzzler Elsewhere Electric Arrives This Month On Quest And Steam
- Elsewhere Electric, an asymmetric co-op puzzle game for VR and mobile, is set to release on Quest and Steam on July 23.
- The game, developed by Games By Stitch, combines elements of The Witness and Severance in a unique setting of investigating a power plant.
- Players will take on different roles - one in VR and one on mobile - to solve puzzles together and progress through the abandoned building.
- With positive initial impressions highlighting the fun co-op gameplay and mysterious atmosphere, Elsewhere Electric aims to offer around 10 hours of gameplay for players upon its release.
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Ghost Town Confirms PC VR Launch For Next Week
- Ghost Town, a supernatural VR puzzler developed by Fireproof Games, is set to launch on Steam next week on July 17th.
- The game is a puzzle adventure set in the UK in the 80s, where players take on the role of a witch turned ghost hunter and exorcist named Edith Penrose.
- After being previously released on Quest in April, Ghost Town is now making its way to PC VR platforms with a staggered release.
- The full game was teased to be 'available soon' after last month's Steam Next Fest demo, but the release date for the PlayStation VR2 edition is still unconfirmed.
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Amazon Prime Day Brings Big Discounts to Quest 3S and Accessories
- Amazon's Prime Day sale offers discounts on the Quest 3S VR headset and accessories.
- The Quest 3S, priced at $300 for 128GB and $400 for 256GB, is available at $250 and $330 during Prime Day.
- Accessories like the Meta Quest Elite Strap and carrying cases are also discounted.
- There are hardware bundles available, but they don't provide significant savings compared to buying items separately.
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CREAL Secures $8.9M Funding to Miniaturize Light Field Display for AR Glasses
- Switzerland-based light field display startup CREAL has secured $8.9 million in equity funding led by ZEISS, aimed at miniaturizing its light field module for AR glasses.
- The funding round increases CREAL's total funding to $32 million and will support the development of natural, comfortable, and healthy visual digital experiences through its proprietary light field display technology.
- Light field displays integrated into AR glasses offer more realistic depth perception and reduce eye strain by providing proper focus cues at various distances, enhancing the user experience.
- The funding will further CREAL's research and development efforts to integrate its AR light field module into lightweight and fashionable AR glasses, initially targeting enterprise use and later expanding to consumers.
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After One Key Change, Meta's Quest UI Overhaul Has Gone From Bad To Great
- Meta's Quest UI overhaul, called Navigator, initially had a grey 'cloud' background which hindered visibility but has now been removed.
- Navigator brings improvements by moving main system interfaces into a new large overlay in Horizon OS v77.
- Navigator's library feature allows users to pin up to 10 items for easier access.
- The update will gradually roll out to all users over the coming months, with Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth personally removing the unpopular grey background.
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My thoughts on AI in my XR job – Part 1: Development
- AI and bold claims in XR development are popular on platforms like LinkedIn.
- AI tools like GitHub Copilot can speed up development process by suggesting code.
- Vibe coding with AI aids in code generation but may not produce production-ready code.
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BuildPort Xumia Flies Into Early Access Today
- BuildPort Xumia, a physics-driven space combat game, has been released in early access on Quest 3 by Yumebau Inc.
- Players are tasked with building modular ships, mastering diverse weaponry, and competing for galaxy-based glory.
- The game features a 1V1 Duel Arena, Xumi Trials solo challenges, and a collaborative ship-building mode for players to enjoy with friends.
- As an Early Access title, BuildPort Xumia will receive updates post-launch, including new game modes, ship parts, and avatars based on community feedback.
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