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First-person Earthbending Adventure ‘Adepts Arena’ is Coming to Quest & SteamVR, Trailer Here
- VR indie Giant Stride Games and publisher Creature are bringing 'Adepts Arena,' a first-person earthbending adventure to Quest & SteamVR.
- Players can master earthbending skills to fight enemies, protect elemental Spirits, and battle in sandbox levels.
- The game follows an Earth Adept tasked with maintaining balance against an army of rogue Artificers' automatons.
- Set to launch for SteamVR and Quest soon, offering both VR and flatscreen gameplay experiences.
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Meta Expands Assistive Features Across Smart Glasses and AI Tools
- Meta announced accessibility-focused updates for its products, including new features for Ray-Ban Meta glasses and expanded deployment of assistive AI tools.
- Users in the U.S. and Canada will gain access to a new Meta AI feature on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses for more descriptive responses about surroundings, designed to assist users who are blind or have low vision.
- In partnership with Be My Eyes, Meta will roll out its Call a Volunteer feature in all 18 supported countries, connecting blind or low vision individuals with sighted volunteers for live video support.
- Meta highlighted ongoing research on sEMG wristband technology, aiming to improve human-computer interaction for users with physical disabilities, including those with Parkinson's disease and Essential Tremor.
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VR Rhythm Game ‘Maestro’ is Getting a ‘Star Wars’ Music Pack Next Month, PSVR 2 Launch Confirmed
- VR rhythm game Maestro is launching an official Star Wars DLC next month with a 'Duel of the Fates' track.
- The DLC includes a Yoda-sized lightsaber baton for conducting and will be available on PSVR 2 from June 20th.
- A 'Complete Collection Bundle' will be released on the same day across all supported platforms, allowing players to access all past DLC.
- Free content updates for Maestro include new stages such as 'Fields of Fate' and additional tracks like Prokofiev's 'Battle on the Ice'.
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Why AI-Powered Role-Play Is the Future of Sales and Service Training
- Organizations across industries are investing in sales enablement and workforce training to meet rising customer expectations and equip employees with effective communication skills.
- AI-powered role-play, utilizing natural language processing and generative AI, offers dynamic and measurable training experiences that lead to faster onboarding and improved performance.
- AI simulations reduce time-to-competency by up to 60%, particularly beneficial in sectors with complex content like healthcare and financial services.
- Consistency in assessment, unbiased evaluations, and valuable analytics are additional advantages of AI role-play tools in training and development.
- Interactive AI simulations enhance knowledge retention and behavior change, resulting in more confident application of learned skills and faster completion of training.
- Organizations using AI in customer-facing roles have seen productivity gains and improvements in customer satisfaction scores.
- The adoption of AI-powered role-play is expanding across industries, with projected growth in large enterprises incorporating AI simulation tools into their development strategies.
- AI-driven training solutions deliver clear business value by reducing ramp time, improving performance, and meeting the evolving expectations of employees for personalized development.
- AI-powered role-play signifies a fundamental shift in workforce development, offering a scalable and consistent framework for developing communication skills and achieving better business outcomes.
- As industries strive for improved performance and cost control, AI-powered role-play emerges as a practical and evidence-based solution for enhancing workforce communication skills.
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Ping Pong Club Rallies With Hand Tracking On Apple Vision Pro
- Ping Pong Club now offers hand tracking on Apple Vision Pro, providing a realistic experience for users.
- The game is free, but users need a $3500 Apple Vision Pro to enjoy it.
- Users may find it challenging to align a physical paddle with the virtual handle in the game on Vision Pro.
- Playing Ping Pong Club on Vision Pro with friends may require using the quick match feature due to issues with direct invites.
- ElevenVR on Quest 3 offers precise tracking for fast-paced gameplay, making it popular among table tennis enthusiasts.
- The game enhances immersion by allowing players to use 3D printed accessories shaped like a ping pong paddle.
- Table Tennis Club on Apple Vision Pro offers a mixed reality experience, with options to switch to full VR.
- Solo play using hand tracking can be enjoyable for games like mini golf or table tennis, but tracked controllers offer better precision for competitive play.
- Developer of Table Tennis Club initially faced challenges with a subscription model but later removed it for better user experience.
- The developer aims to grow the community of Table Tennis Club players and is exploring monetization options for the game.
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Knights of Neon Enters Full Release On Quest Today
- Knights of Neon, an action RPG by solo-developer Reality Shift, has entered full release on Quest today.
- Set in a futuristic world called Cyberspace, the game offers high-octane VR hack 'n' slash gameplay with melee weapons like axes, hammers, and swords.
- Players complete missions in this vaporwave land, battling opposing cult members to prevent them from taking control.
- Knights of Neon includes combat skill upgrades, weapon enhancements, platforming challenges, and a driving simulator, alongside an Endless Arena Mode for fighting enthusiasts.
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Crime Scene VR Cleaning Sim Wiped Clean Arrives Next Month On Steam
- Wiped Clean is a story-driven crime scene cleaning simulator developed by Luminary Creations, arriving on PC VR next month.
- Players take on the role of undercover agents infiltrating a dangerous organization led by a hitman named Victor Kane to uncover mysteries and a dangerous conspiracy.
- The game focuses on honing in on details, with hidden clues throughout levels like voice recordings and newspaper clippings that reveal dark secrets of the organization.
- Wiped Clean VR will be released on Steam on June 1, offering players the challenge of solving puzzles while cleaning up crime scenes.
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Iron Rebellion Update Lets You Decorate Mechs With Custom Camo
- Iron Rebellion update adds custom camo maker for mechs with unique textures and colors, along with a camera toolkit for improved gameplay captures.
- Buffs for various weapons like FOS Beams, Intimidator, Pulse Rails, Infiltrator, and Shields are introduced along with two new community maps and tweaks to older maps.
- The update also includes increased ammo and mass on most maps, bug fixes, and other improvements. The full patch notes detail the customization options, camera improvements, gameplay and balance adjustments, UI enhancements, and map changes.
- Iron Rebellion, inspired by Titanfall, MechWarrior, and Hawken, launched in early access and had its full release in December. Despite initial feedback on the lack of single-player content, the multiplayer gameplay was praised for being finely tuned and balanced.
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Syndicator Sequel Prison Boss Prohibition Sneaks Onto Quest & Steam Soon
- Prison Boss Prohibition, the sequel to Prison Boss VR, is set to debut on Quest and Steam in July.
- The game is a business management simulator where players deal with illegal goods in a city where everything is outlawed.
- Players must create and distribute contraband while evading the police, with the option of a co-op mode for added gameplay.
- Developed by Trebuchet, the game will be available for Quest and Steam on July 10, with a PlayStation VR2 launch to follow later.
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Deadly Delivery Is A Comedic Co-Op VR Horror Game In A Haunted Mine
- Deadly Delivery is a comedic VR co-op horror game where players deliver parcels across a haunted mine on Quest and Steam.
- Players take on the role of goblins, working together with up to four people to complete dangerous shipping tasks while avoiding monsters.
- The game features physics-based gameplay in procedurally generated tunnels, requiring sneaking and sprinting to survive while using 'questionable' equipment.
- Deadly Delivery's release is scheduled for Q4 2025 on Quest and Steam, with a closed beta planned on Discord. Cross-platform multiplayer support is currently uncertain.
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Pimax Dream Air preview: a promising headset
- At the VR AR Expo China, the Pimax Dream Air, a high-resolution ultra-lightweight headset, was showcased as a new offering.
- The Dream Air aims to provide high definition visuals with a Micro-OLED display, 3840 x 3552 pixels per eye resolution, and a 102° FOV.
- Expected to weigh less than 200 grams, the headset features self-adjusting straps, inside-out tracking, and supports eye tracking technology.
- Anticipated for release in Q3 2025, the Dream Air's pricing structure is set in a confusing format, ranging from €1,851-2,144.
- During a hands-on experience, the Dream Air prototype impressed with its small size, lightweight design, and comfortable fit.
- The visuals of the headset were praised for their clarity and vibrancy, offering a 4K per eye resolution and impressive colors.
- Despite impressive visuals, the Dream Air prototype exhibited noticeable distortions, barrel distortion, and issues with the field of view.
- While the current prototype showed promise, with small design challenges and imperfections, there is potential for the Dream Air to be a compelling VR headset.
- The Pimax spokesperson mentioned ongoing work on the 12K headset without disclosing a release date, showing the company's commitment to further advancements.
- A special mention was made for Jaap Grolleman, head of communications at Pimax, for his dedicated efforts and positive impact on the company's communication.
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Maestro Is Coming To PS VR2 And Getting A John Williams Star Wars DLC
- Maestro is coming to PlayStation VR2 alongside a new Star Wars DLC crossover next month.
- The PlayStation VR2 port will support hand tracking controls and be the first game to support controller-free gameplay across Quest, Steam, PS VR2, and Pico.
- The Star Wars DLC will be a premium release, while a free update for all players will introduce a new stage and orchestra split into two armies.
- Since its launch, Maestro has been receiving updates, with Star Wars marking the third major paid DLC pack, including music from Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and Disney's Fantasia.
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Crossings Explores The Norse Afterlife With A VR Roguelite Adventure
- Crossings is a VR roguelite adventure game set in the Norse afterlife, promising action-packed gameplay and a quest for vengeance.
- Developed by Neat Corporation, known for Budget Cuts and Garden of the Sea, the game involves battling trolls, Draugr, ghosts, and other dark beings while searching for the Nornir.
- Players can experience seamless co-op gameplay, diverse combat mechanics, weapon variety including blades and ancient artifacts, and a gesture-based spellcasting system.
- The game features dynamically changing environments, hidden stories to uncover, and will have a PC VR demo available on June 9 during Steam Next Fest.
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Laser Dance Confirms Early Access Launch This Fall On Quest 3
- Laser Dance, the mixed reality obstacle game from Cubism's creator, will launch in early access this fall on Quest 3 & 3S.
- Originally targeting a 2024 launch, Laser Dance involves dodging lasers to reach and press buttons on your walls, adapting to your room's layout.
- The game was delayed due to Meta's evolving APIs and scene drift issues but now enters early access this year with certain features like dynamic occlusion and Inside Out Body Tracking support.
- Laser Dance will launch in early access this fall, allowing players to adjust settings for accessibility while experiencing its mixed reality gameplay on Quest 3.
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Adepts Arena Fights Golems In A New VR Fantasy Adventure
- Adepts Arena is a new first-person fantasy adventure game coming to Quest and Steam.
- In the game, players master the earth element to save their world, learn new abilities, and battle rogue Artificers using Golems.
- Gameplay involves using physics-based effects like throwing rocks, building structures, and creating pathways in both single-player campaign and sandbox levels.
- Adepts Arena offers VR gameplay as a 'martial arts simulation' and a flatscreen mode with FPS-like controls on Steam, inspired by the Elements Divided multiplayer game.
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