VRChat Spotlight: Museum of VR Painting, Complex 7, & ODESZA - A Moment Apart

VRChat showcases the incredible versatility of virtual reality as a medium. This week, we're diving back into VRChat to explore three more worlds that illustrate just how varied the experiences on this platform can be. From artistic exhibitions to mysterious ... more - uploadvr

The Next Generation Of VR Developers Are Social VR Users

You've secured funding for your revolutionary new VR game. It's going to blow everyone out of the water. All you need now is a good team for production. Except, something's happening with those background checks. Every now and again, your trail of research ... more - uploadvr

Zenith Devs Ramen VR Cease Development Of VR MMO

Ramen VR, the developers of Zenith, are ceasing new development for their massively multiplayer online role-playing VR game. The co-founders of the studio took to YouTube with a prepared statement explaining the shift to new projects, with a Q&A ... more - uploadvr

Apple Vision Pro Launches In The UK, Canada, Germany, France, and Australia

Apple Vision Pro just launched in the UK, Canada, Germany, France, and Australia. Preorders opened in these countries two weeks ago and are now shipping, and the headset is also available to demo and buy in Apple Stores. In the UK Vision Pro starts at ... more - uploadvr

Quest 3 Can Run Flatscreen VRChat While Youx27;re In VR VRChat

Running VRChat inside VRChat is possible in Quest standalone headsets. The Android beta of VRChat can run as a 2D app installable via sideloading. This has been technically possible for some time, but as Meta improves multitasking capabilities for Horizon ... more - uploadvr

Meta Offering 1-Hour Weekend Trials For Top Multiplayer Quest Games

Breachers and Racket Club are free to try for one hour each this weekend on Quest headsets. The new program from Meta spotlights high quality multiplayer VR games from its store each weekend through Aug. 12. Starting Friday afternoon, July 12, at 3 pm ... more - uploadvr

Rec Room Partners With Bungie For Destiny 2 Crossover Update

A new Destiny 2 crossover arrives today in Rec Room. Part of a collaboration with Bungie, Rec Room's latest crossover will introduce Destiny-themed cosmetics and challenges. Alongside a new environment that recreates The Tower, the space-faring shooter’s ... more - uploadvr

Samsung Effectively Confirms Its Android XR Headset Is Coming This Year

At its Galaxy Unpacked event this week Samsung appeared to give a timeline for its upcoming Android XR headset. During the event Samsung's President and Head of the Mobile Experience Business TM Roh said on stage that "a new XR platform is coming ... more - uploadvr

Into The Radius 2 Is Hitting Early Access Very Soon

Into The Radius 2 will be launching as an Early Access title on July 24th for $39.99, and will offer even more co-op action and mysteries. When we reviewed the original Into The Radius on Meta Quest 2, our reviewer described it as "an interesting ... more - uploadvr

FRENZIES Is A New Multiplayer Shooter Coming To PSVR 2 & Quest

FRENZIES is a new "neon-drenched" PvP shooter by nDreams studio Near Light, and it's coming to Quest and PSVR 2. The game promises a "chaotic" blend of traditional and unconventional solo and team-based multiplayer game modes for ... more - uploadvr

Sky Climb Now Flying Onto PSVR 2 Devices Worldwide

Following a successful Quest release and the reveal of a port to the platform late last month, VR Monkey’s Sky Climb is now available to PSVR 2 owners in Europe from today, with the game's release to players in other regions scheduled for tomorrow. The ... more - uploadvr

Meta Quest 3 Sale Discounts 128 GB Model To $430

Meta Quest 3 with 128 GB of storage is $70 off its typical price on Amazon right now. The deal pricing the headset at $429 is available at the time of this writing on Amazon. There's also the "play now, pay later" offer on Meta's own website ... more - uploadvr

Ghosts Of Tabor Devs Plan Quest Early Access For GRIM & Silent North

As GRIM and Silent North head for early access, the Ghosts of Tabor studio's CEO isn't a fan of Meta phasing out App Lab. While Combat Waffle Studios is best known for Ghosts of Tabor, it's currently working on two other upcoming projects. For the unfamiliar, ... more - uploadvr

VR Games Showcase Promises x27;Majorx27; Reveals Next Month For Quest, PSVR 2 & Steam

A VR Games Showcase will air next month, promising "major announcements" for Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR. Announced today, the new VR Games Showcase comes from Jamie Feltham, UploadVR's former Senior Editor. So far, the confirmed line-up includes ... more - uploadvr

Ghosts of Tabor Outlines Plans For PSVR 2, Quest 3 & More

Ghosts of Tabor is one of VR's recent success stories. With system overhauls, a PSVR 2 release, and Quest 3 upgrades planned, here's what's coming next for the extraction FPS. It's been a busy year for Combat Waffle Studios. After Ghosts of Tabor launched ... more - uploadvr

The Exit 8 VR Leaves You Nervously Lost In Tokyo’s Underground Sprawl All Over Again

The Exit 8 VR is an immersive port of the indie hit that leaves you feeling more unnerved than ever. Having recently flown home to Japan after a few months back in the UK, I had a lot of stuff to do to ensure I could return to routine. Naturally, this ... more - uploadvr

Blade & Sorcery: Nomad Likely Wonx27;t Get Quest 3 Upgrades

Blade & Sorcery: Nomad probably won't get a Quest 3 upgrade, according to the developer. Following the Blade & Sorcery full release on Steam, Warpfrog's The Baron was recently interviewed by Stealth Optional. Touching upon the new campaign, mods, ... more - uploadvr

Meta Offers Quest 3 $25 Monthly For Two Years With Quest+ Included

Meta is pitching "play now, pay later" for Quest 3 headsets starting at $24.99 with a bundle including the Meta Quest+ gaming subscription and warranty for two years. The math on the "buy now, pay later" page discounts the Quest 3 ... more - uploadvr

Spin Rhythm XD Review: Creativity Meets Versatility

Spin Rhythm XD is a versatile rhythm game with a unique concept, and its VR version only extends its strengths. Read on for our full review. To my surprise, Spin Rhythm XD has been an accommodating rhythm game to play after getting a tattoo. I got access ... more - uploadvr

Between Realities VR Podcast ft Dann Blair

In this week's episode of the Between Realities VR Podcast, Alex and Skeeva host VR industry veteran Dann Blair. Topics include VR for enterprise training, ethical dilemmas with emerging technologies, and the state of the Lynx R1 Headset. — Between Realities ... more - uploadvr

Gran Turismo 7x27;s Next Update Includes A Familiar Track And Six New Cars

Polyphony Digital's latest Gran Turismo 7 additions include updated physics and new customization options on PSVR 2. Gran Turismo 7 will receive a free update on July 25, chock full of extra content for gearheads and Sunday drivers alike. The trailer ... more - uploadvr

Smash Drums: Pop Rock Legends DLC Is For All Of Us In Our Mid-30s

Smash Drums lets you live out your dreams of performing as a drummer on stage in VR and MR, and the Pop Rock Legends DLC is now available. The Pop Rock Legends DLC adds five new songs to the game, which you can play at your leisure both on your own and ... more - uploadvr

Infinite Inside Review: Crossing The Lines Between Mixed and Virtual Realities

Mixed reality titles are beginning to find their footing and one of the newest releases in that genre, Infinite Inside , has piqued our interest. Read on for our full review. A few months ago, I played the demo for the game from App Lab and was impressed ... more - uploadvr

Far Citizen : Elite Mining, Paradise Arcade & The Fortress of Okuux27;s Point In PC VRChat

Talented creators on VRChat continue to publish surprising worlds, some of which are truly mesmerizing. This week, we extend our exploration of these VRChat creations further by diving into three more exciting worlds, each one offering a unique and immersive ... more - uploadvr

Early Access Tag Replaces App Lab On Meta Horizon Store From August 5

The Meta Horizon Store is launching August 5 with Early Access labels instead of App Lab. Meta says it will make publicly discoverable all previously launched App Lab apps as well as those under development and review. Previously, App Lab projects were ... more - uploadvr

ICYMI This Week: Steam Sale, Racket Club, Venturex27;s Gauntlet & More

Want this week's biggest VR news? Here's our latest roundup with a few stories you may have missed. We saw several notable developments in VR hardware news. Quest v67 lets you freely position windows, and any Quest MR app can now disable the boundary. ... more - uploadvr

Mare Supports Optional Eye Tracking Only Controls On PSVR 2

Mare, the ICO-inspired VR puzzle adventure, has optional eye tracking only controls in its upcoming PSVR 2 port. Initially released in 2021, Mare is a third-person VR puzzle adventure where you embody a mysterious artificial bird and guide a young girl ... more - uploadvr

Any Quest Mixed Reality App Can Now Disable The Annoying Boundary

Any mixed reality app on Quest can now disable the annoying VR-centric safety boundary. Boundary, formerly called Guardian, is certainly useful in virtual reality so you don't leave your playspace and bump into furniture and walls. But in most mixed ... more - uploadvr

Quest v67 Lets You Freely Position Windows & Improves Quest Prox27;s Eye Tracking

The Quest v67 update lets you freely position 2D windows, improves Quest Pro's eye tracking, lets Quest 3 scan Wi-Fi QR Codes, and more. Quest v76 will "roll out" gradually starting on Monday, after which it may take a few days or even weeks ... more - uploadvr

Lynx-R1 Production Has Been "An Absolute Mess" - Founder

Lynx says the pace of production of its R1 mixed reality headset has been "an absolute mess". If you're unaware, Lynx-R1 is a French standalone headset first announced in 2020 with an open periphery design. Had it shipped on time, in 2022, ... more - uploadvr