Sundance’s Virtual New Frontier Exhibition Was Visited Almost 40,000 Times

Sundance Institute shares some impressive numbers regarding this year’s virtual showcase. Sundance Film Festival’s New Frontier showcase was conducted virtually this year in response to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic. And despite losing some of the charm ... more - vrscout

‘Population: One’ Season One Takes The VR Battle Royale To New Heights

Go inside the mysterious tower later this month when “Uprising” arrives on Oculus and SteamVR headsets. Since its launch on Oculus and SteamVR headsets this past October, Population: One has set the standard for VR battle royale games. Fast-paced gameplay, ... more - vrscout

Top 5 App Lab Games Available Now On Oculus Quest

These apps may still be in development, but they already pack a punch. Last week Oculus launched the App Lab , a brand new service for the Oculus Quest/Quest 2 that allows developers to share their works-in-progress with users without the need for official ... more - vrscout

87-Year-Old Man’s Lifelong Dream Of Hiking The Grand Canyon Made Possible Through VR

Rendever and Wish of a Lifetime from AARP team up to help one Pennsylvania senior achieve a lifelong goal. Ever since he was a kid, George Hetrick dreamed of traveling to Arizona to see the Grand Canyon . Unfortunately, as Hetrick got older, the 87-year-old ... more - vrscout

‘Catan VR’ On Oculus Quest Is Proof We Need More VR Board Games

VR breathes new life into the legendary 90’s board game. Catan VR , a modern adaptation of the original 1995 board game Settlers of Catan is finally available on Oculus Quest and Oculus Quest 2 headsets. Originally released back in March of 2018 on the ... more - vrscout

‘Vetrix’ Embraces The Spirit Of Tetris But Offers A Whole Lot More

The 8-bit 3D puzzler is a perfect fit for the Oculus Quest. When it comes to classic geometric puzzle games with a Russian-themed soundtrack, only one game should pop into your mind. Yep, I’m talking about Tetris . Created by software engineer Alexey ... more - vrscout

Watch The Super Bowl For Free In VR With ‘Bigscreen’

Host your own covid-safe Super Bowl party or meet new friends in the public room. This Sunday the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV. Unfortunately, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has forced football fans (the responsible ... more - vrscout

Report: Apple Mixed Reality Headset Could Feature Hand & Eye-Tracking, Swappable Headbands

Potential details emerge regarding the companies long-rumored VR/AR device. According to a new report by The Information , a source with immediate knowledge of Apple’s hardware claims that the companies highly-anticipated combination VR/AR device could ... more - vrscout

VR Narrative Poem ‘Namoo’ Stole Our Hearts At This Year’s Sundance

Baobab Studios and Erick Oh team up to send audiences on a heartbreaking journey filled with love and loss. We were really looking forward to the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Not only because the entire event was being conducted remotely via its own ... more - vrscout

Cybershoes Announces ‘Doom3Quest’ Support, Indiegogo Pre-Orders Now Available

Immerse yourself in id Software’s FPS classic with this unique artificial locomotion system. When Cybershoes launched their Kickstarter campaign in late 2020, the response was beyond anything the team could have imagined. The company reached its goal ... more - vrscout

PSVR Exclusive ‘Winds & Leaves’ Is The Peaceful Gardening Sim We Need After 2020

Re-flourish a barren wasteland by learning the long-forgotten art of cultivation in this laid-back interactive experience. Trebuchet , the developer behind Prison Boss VR and Jousting Time , this week announced its latest game, Winds & Leaves , an ... more - vrscout

Facebook Rolls Out ‘App Lab’ For Quest Developers, Messenger On Oculus

Developers can now share their apps with Oculus players without Store approval. Facebook today announced the rollout of update v25 for Oculus Quest/Quest 2 headsets, introducing a slew of long-sought-after features that make the companies line of all-in-one ... more - vrscout

How Watson, IBM’s Artificial Intelligence, Is Powering Audio-Interactive VR/AR Environments

IBM places its bets on AI-powered audio interactivity as the future of XR. As VR and AR continue to become more mainstream, the expectations of users are also on the rise. The last big breakthrough we saw in ease-of-use interactivity was the launch of ... more - vrscout

PlayStation Teases Non-VR ‘Spectator Mode’ In New Patent

Audience members would have a direct impact on the experience via “spectator devices.” According to a recently published patent filed by Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc back in October of 2020, the company has been experimenting with technology that ... more - vrscout

Meet The Creator Behind The Viral Bernie Sanders AR Filter

Within hours of publishing, the Bernie Sanders Snapchat Lens had hundreds of thousands of downloads. Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders may not have won the Democratic nomination for the 2020 election, but he did manage to win the hearts and minds of Americans ... more - vrscout

AR Documentary Short Fortune! Shines A Spotlight On The World’s Greatest Con Man

Learn how the ‘God’ of counterfeiting printed over $250 million in fake currency. Sundance Film Festival’s 2021 New Frontier showcase is currently in full swing, offering attendees a plethora of genre-defying entertainment available via a custom-built ... more - vrscout

Improve Your Reflexes With REAKT Performance Trainer On Oculus Quest

Enhance your decision making and hand-eye coordination with this virtual mental skills training program. There’s no shortage of fitness-focused apps on the Oculus Quest Store. From boxing simulators such as Thrill of the Fight to cardio-intensive rhythm ... more - vrscout

New Mod Lets You Play Beat Saber In Minecraft In VR

A new mod brings the hit title to life in Mojang’s survival crafting game. Beat Games’ uber-popular VR rhythm slasher Beat Saber is heading to Minecraft thanks to a new mod from Reddit user u/Swifter1243 . In a video posted to Reddit earlier this week, ... more - vrscout

VR Gladiator Simulator ‘GORN’ Now Available On Oculus Quest

Free Lives’ physics-driven combat game finally arrives on standalone headsets. One of VR’s first breakout hits arrived on Oculus Quest/Quest 2 headsets today, offering standalone players one of if not the most satisfying melee combat experiences available ... more - vrscout

Facebook Confirms New Oculus Quest Headset Currently In Development

Zuckerberg spills the tea during the companies Q4 2020 earnings call. Facebook held its Q4 2020 earnings call yesterday, during which Mark Zuckerberg laid out some impressive sales figures for the Oculus Quest 2 while simultaneously confirming the development ... more - vrscout

Google Ends Support Of ‘Tilt Brush,’ Software Now Open Source

The long-running VR painting app will cease receiving updates as the company opens the project up to the public. Google this week announced that it will be ending its support for its genre-defining VR painting app, Tilt Brush by Google , marking the ... more - vrscout

‘I Expect You To Die 2’ Arrives On VR Headsets In 2021

The award-winning VR puzzler returns later this year with new spy-themed missions . VR/AR development company Schell Games today revealed the highly-anticipated sequel to its multiple award-winning spy-themed VR puzzle game I Expect You To Die . Available ... more - vrscout

Your Guide To Sundance 2021 In VR: What, Where, How To Access

The legendary festival goes all-digital amid an ongoing pandemic. Here’s what you need to know. This Thursday marks the start of the 2021 Sundance International Film Festival , a seven-day celebration of independent filmmaking, emerging storytellers, ... more - vrscout

HaptX Launches True-Contact Haptic Gloves For VR And Robotics

HaptX delivers an intuitive wearable haptic device to meet the demanding quality requirements of enterprise customers. HaptX , the San Luis Obispo, CA-based company focused on bringing realistic haptic technology to VR, has released its HaptX Gloves ... more - vrscout

3D Design Tool ‘Gravity Sketch’ Now Free On All VR Platforms

The free version will feature all the tools included as part of the paid experience. 3D design tool Gravity Sketch is now available for free on all major VR platforms, including the Oculus Quest/Quest 2, Oculus Rift/Rift S, and SteamVR headsets. Originally ... more - vrscout

‘The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners’ Adds Horde Mode Next Month On Quest

Battle endless waves of walkers to earn points and unlock additional weaponry. The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners had one hell of a year. According to developer Skydance Interactive , the VR survival horror experience has generated over $29 million ... more - vrscout

Storm The Beaches Of Normandy In ‘Days Of Heroes: D-Day’

Embark on 26 military missions as an airborne division jumper or infantry soldier. Days of Heroes: D-Day is an upcoming military shooter for Oculus Rift/Rift S and SteamVR headsets that will have you stepping into the boots of a soldier for the United ... more - vrscout

How To Optimize Your CV For A Career In VR & AR

Set yourself up for success within the immersive industry. As we move into 2021, both the VR and AR industries exhibit a plethora of career development opportunities for aspiring developers. According to Tech Jury , the global AR and VR markets are expected ... more - vrscout

‘Little Bernie’ Is The Snapchat Lens America Needs Right Now

Jump on the bandwagon and start creating your own Bernie memes via this easy-to-use Lens. This past Wednesday marked the historic 46th presidential inauguration of Joseph R. Biden Jr. And while this should have been the biggest story of the week, the ... more - vrscout

10 VR Sports Games To Keep Us Occupied At Home

Stay active under lockdown with these fitness-focused games & apps. 2021 might be presenting a more optimistic outlook, but right now many of us are still confined to our homes. You don’t need me telling you how hard last year was. Depending on what ... more - vrscout