**Breaking News in VR: Kitely Unveils Groundbreaking Merge Tool**
In a major boost to OpenSim creators, Kitely has just released a game-changing feature that lets users merge OAR files into existing worlds. This innovative tool is set to revolutionize the way we build and interact with virtual environments, making it an exciting development for VR enthusiasts.
The new Merge OAR option, available in Kitely’s Manage World dialog, allows creators to pick what they want to copy from an archive – objects, terrain, or parcel settings – and place it anywhere within their world. This level of flexibility is unprecedented, giving users the freedom to create complex, immersive experiences that were previously impossible.
For those familiar with OSgrid, this feature comes as a welcome solution to the grid’s impending reset at the end of the year. As OSgrid prepares for its 2027 relaunch, residents are being advised to save their regions and inventories as OAR files now. Kitely’s Merge OAR tool is specifically designed to help users import these archives into their existing worlds without disrupting the layout or functionality.
“We built this feature with the upcoming reset of OSgrid in mind,” explained Ilan Tochner, Kitely co-founder and CEO. “Our goal was to give creators a seamless way to transfer their regions and inventories to our platform.” With this tool, users can create sky platforms that don’t interfere with ground-level content or merge different regions into a single, larger one.
The implications of this feature are far-reaching. For one, it opens up new possibilities for world-building and spatial design. Creators can now import OAR files containing boxed content – a significant advantage for those looking to transfer their inventory items from other grids. Kitely’s policy of not accepting IAR files makes this merge tool an essential resource for users.
As with any powerful feature, there are some nuances to be aware of. When importing archives, users can choose whether to delete existing objects or keep them. Sky layers, however, require a floor under them to prevent visitors and physical objects from falling to the ground. Additionally, archives placed partly outside a world’s borders will be clipped, with only the overlapping section imported.
This latest upgrade is just one of several exciting developments on Kitely in recent months. The grid has already seen improvements to its startup times, with worlds now loading up to three times faster than before. Moreover, Kitely has rolled out its own spatial voice feature following a Vivox outage, further enhancing the user experience.
As VR technology continues to advance, it’s heartening to see innovative platforms like Kitely pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. The Merge OAR tool is a testament to the power of collaboration and community-driven development – we can’t wait to see what other exciting features are on the horizon for this pioneering grid.
Source: Hypergrid Business — 2026-11-03