Norway’s government has proposed a temporary ban on smart glasses in public places, citing concerns over privacy and the potential for unwanted recording of individuals without their consent. The move comes as various countries and regions around the world grapple with the implications of wearable technology on personal freedoms. The ban, which is still pending

Sony’s Sudden Shift in XR Ambitions: A Major Patent Handover to Meta In a move that has sent shockwaves through the VR and AR communities, Sony has sold off dozens of its valuable patents to Meta, hinting at a significant pullback from its ambitious endeavors in XR hardware. The confirmed transfer of 43 U.S. patent

The PlayStation 5 Pro has become a hot commodity, with retailers like GameStop and third-party sellers on Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart hiking their prices to unsustainable levels. The latest Grand Theft Auto 6 is touted as “PS5 Pro Enhanced,” fueling demand for this high-end console that’s already in short supply. What’s shocking is the

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

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

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

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

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