As we mark the 15th anniversary of Road to VR, I’m transported back to a time when VR was still a fledgling technology, shrouded in uncertainty. It’s hard to believe that our humble publication has been chronicling the rise and evolution of XR for an entire decade and a half. From its humble beginnings as
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In a bold move that has raised eyebrows across the gaming industry, Undead Labs studio head Philip Holt has come forward to discuss the layoffs that have shaken his team. In an interview with The Game Business, Holt revealed that he intentionally kept employees informed about the impending job losses as part of the Xbox
Get ready to dive into the next level of PC VR streaming with Pimax’s revolutionary new headset, Crystal Pro! This powerhouse of a device is set to take on the likes of Steam Frame with its cutting-edge technology and impressive specs. With a price tag of $1,399, it’s clear that Pimax is targeting serious enthusiasts
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The Backrooms phenomenon has taken the gaming world by storm, inspiring a vast array of creative projects across various mediums. One game in particular, Escape the Backrooms, has managed to ride this wave to unprecedented success, boasting over 4 million players across PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch 2. Developed by solo creator Fancy, this eerie
The Immersive Sim Revival: Harvey Smith and Ben Horne on the Future of First-Person Action-RPGs In a bold move, industry veterans Harvey Smith and Ben Horne are defying conventional wisdom by creating immersive sims at their new studio, Black Pony Immersive. This genre, which has been written off as niche by some financial analysts, is
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In a shocking turn of events, Ninja Theory, the developer behind critically acclaimed titles like Hellblade and Bleeding Edge, has reportedly begun laying off staff after attempts to spin off from Xbox faltered. The news comes just weeks after Xbox’s Chief Content Officer Matt Booty revealed that efforts to find a buyer for the studio
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Get ready to see your favorite VR experiences leap from the screen into the world of TV and film! Embark Studios, the Sweden-based studio behind the wildly popular multiplayer shooters Arc Raiders and The Finals, has just announced that both games are set for television and production company adaptations. Chernin Entertainment, a renowned producer of
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The XR Week in Review: Samsung Glasses Clear FCC Hurdle, Snap Brings AR Experience to LA, and More! It’s been a quiet week for major announcements in the XR world, but that doesn’t mean there haven’t been some exciting developments. Samsung has taken a significant step forward with its forthcoming smart glasses, while Snap is
VR enthusiasts, rejoice! The latest mod explosion has brought a critically acclaimed PSVR exclusive to Quest 3 and PC VR – Astro Bot Rescue Mission is now playable on these platforms thanks to a talented community of developers. This development marks another milestone in the growing trend of AI-powered game modification, which has been gaining
Meta’s VR Glasses have been generating a lot of buzz lately, and for good reason. With its high pixel density micro-OLED displays and sleek design, it’s clear that this device is looking to appeal to a wider audience beyond just hardcore gamers. However, one area where it falls short is in its field of view
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