VR Gaming Booms This Week: Dream Productions, PSVR2 Wins, and More
VR gaming is on fire this week with a flurry of announcements, launches, and updates. Here are some of the biggest stories you might have missed:
PlayStation VR2 takes centre stage:
- Numerous games are heading to PlayStation VR2, including the highly anticipated “Dreams” and the action-packed “Midnight Walk.”
- “Atelier: Roots of the Acolyte” has also been revealed for the platform, offering captivating visual storytelling and intricate gameplay.
- Adding to the excitement, "Waltz of the Wizard" has become the first PSVR2 title to offer hand tracking support, allowing for even more immersive interactions.
Quest 3 gets a Dose of new experiences:
- “Alien: Rogue Incursion” is now available on Quest 3, offering a thrilling, action-packed adventure.
- Skydance’s “Behemoth” received a major update addressing bugs and performance issues, improving the overall player experience.
Anduril Picks up Army Contract:
In more XR news beyond gameplay, US Army has chosen Palmer Luckey’s Anduril to lead the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) program, replacing Microsoft’s HoloLens. This signifies a key shift in military tech adoption.
Looking Ahead:
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SXSW XR Experience: The immersive event returns next month showcasing over 30 projects, including interactive experiences like “Traces: The Grief Processor," "The Secret Life of Monsters – The Gateway Experience," and "Chomsky vs Chomsky: A Playful Conversation on AI.”
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Wet: This innovative puzzle sandbox strategy game from SUPER HYPER MEGA allows players to manipulate terrain and guide water spirits. Hitting Quest 3 and Piers 3S soon, it also boasts a free demo on Steam for both flat-screen and VR platforms.
- Phasmophobia Roadmap: Kinetic Games has outlined two major updates for “Phasmophobia" in 2025, including a revamp of evidence recording and a major map overhaul.
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4R Games celebrates the success of “Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street" as it surpasses 300,000 copies sold on Quest.
VR gaming continues its dynamic evolution, constantly offering fresh experiences and pushing the boundaries of immersion.
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