VR and XR enthusiasts have been abuzz with excitement over recent announcements, but amidst all the thrill lies a more pressing concern – the future of our beloved gaming industry. As we dive into the latest news, it’s clear that the seismic shift caused by EA’s Saudi buyout has sent shockwaves through the community. The […]

Godot adoption is on a tear, with data showing that more and more developers are turning away from Unity and other proprietary engines in favor of this open-source powerhouse. Since the infamous runtime fee debacle of 2023, Godot has been quietly making gains among game dev communities, and it’s clear why: its lightweight features have

The VR and XR industries have long been at the forefront of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in immersive entertainment. But it’s the game industry that’s often the driving force behind these advancements. And today, we’re witnessing a major development that’s set to propel the interactive entertainment sector even further: Makers Fund has

XREAL AURA Shatters Records with Over 10,000 Unit Reservations Ahead of Fall Launch Get ready to level up your augmented reality experience! XREAL has just announced that their highly anticipated AR glasses, XREAL AURA, have surpassed an impressive 10,000 unit reservations worldwide. This staggering milestone is a testament to the growing demand for high-end AR

The wait is almost over for VR enthusiasts. Leaked videos of Steam Frame’s unboxing and setup process have surfaced, hinting at an imminent launch from Valve. For months, speculation has swirled around when we’d see the company’s first standalone VR headset hit shelves, and it seems like we’re finally closing in on that answer. The

Hundreds of union workers rallied across North America to protest Xbox layoffs, bringing attention to the devastating impact on the gaming industry. The rallies, held outside Xbox studios in major cities including Austin, Seattle, and Montreal, were a powerful display of solidarity among unionized video game workers who are fighting back against mass layoffs. The

The Resurrection of 3rd Rock Grid: A New Era for VR Communities Get ready to set course for a fresh horizon in virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR), as one of the pioneering grids from the early days of Second Life, 3rd Rock Grid, has been reborn. Under its new moniker, 3rd Wind Community,

Get Ready for Pico’s Next Big Thing: The Space Pro Unveiled! In a major move that’s set to shake up the VR world, Pico has finally announced the official name and debut date of its highly-anticipated standalone headset competitor. Dubbed the Pico Space Pro, this powerhouse is poised to take on the reigning champion, Pico

Exciting news for VR and XR enthusiasts as some of the most talented industry veterans in the business have come together to form a new studio, Black Pony Immersive. Led by none other than Harvey Smith, creative director behind the critically acclaimed Dishonored series, this team is poised to shake things up with their ambitious

PlayStation’s Horizon Hunters Gathering Takes a Drastic Turn – Live Service Ambitions Axed Amidst Poor Feedback In a significant shift in the gaming landscape, PlayStation-owned Guerrilla Games has decided to scale back its live service ambitions for the long-awaited co-op game, Horizon Hunters Gathering. The move comes after playtest feedback revealed significant issues with the