HTC Vive Pro Secure Offers Security-Focused VR For Government Agencies

Security-focused VR designed specifically for classified environments. HTC this week announced yet another iteration of its HTC Vive Pro, the HTC Vive Pro Secure, a professional-grade VR headset designed for use in classified environments that require ... more - vrscout

VR Dueler ‘Blaston’ Now Available On Oculus Quest, Here’s How To Win

Dominate the arena with this beginner’s guide to VR dueling. Resolution Games’ ( Cookout!: A Sandwich Tale, Angry Birds VR ) competitive dueling experience B laston is now available on the Oculus Quest, offering players one of the most addictive competitive ... more - vrscout

The Weather Channel Uses Mixed Reality To Explain The Dangers Of Fire Tornadoes

Meteorologist Jim Cantore steps inside an inferno using the networks Emmy award-winning IMR technology. Earlier today, The Weather Channel launched a brand new mixed reality segment highlighting the dangers of ‘fire whirls,’ sometimes referred to as ... more - vrscout

Virtuix Reveals Omni One At-Home VR Treadmill

Virtuix looks to become the “Peloton for gamers” with its latest omni-directional device. VR treadmill pioneers Virtuix today announced the latest addition to its Omni product line, the Omni One, a consumer-focused omni-directional treadmill that allows ... more - vrscout

‘Blair Witch: Oculus Quest Edition’ Arrives Just In Time For Halloween

Yes. You can pet the dog. Bloober Team , the developer behind VR horror experiences Layers of Fear and Layers of Fear 2 , is bringing one of the most terrifying video games ever to VR. Blair Witch: Oculus Quest Edition will cut you out from reality and ... more - vrscout

‘The Bogey Ogre’ Might Be The Grossest Mixed Reality Game In Existence

Explore a disgusting mixed reality carnival powered by Magic Leap. With businesses slowly beginning to reopen their doors to the general public, we’re now beginning to see the many changes that come with a post-COVID-19 world. Despite the numerous complications ... more - vrscout

United Nations To Conduct Annual ‘Global Youth Takeover’ Event Live In VR

Attendees will hear from global influencers before catching a live performance by Pitbull. VR Education’s virtual education and training platform ENGAGE has been selected by the United Nations to host the organizations annual ‘Global Youth Takeover’ ... more - vrscout

See The Micro World Of Bugs Brought To Life In VR, Narrated By Natural History Legend David Attenborough

Alchemy Immersive, the Emmy Award-Winning studio behind many of Attenborough’s greatest hits, and Oculus partner to reveal a never-before-seen view of our planets bugs. For the first time, Oculus users will be able to experience live-action VR in 8K ... more - vrscout

How To Dominate ‘Star Wars: Squadrons’ Multiplayer

Our beginner flight guide will have you owning the skies in no time. Star Wars: Squadrons is officially out in the wild and so far players are absolutely loving EA’s space combat game. With two different factions to fight for, three different game modes ... more - vrscout

Battle An Alien Invader And His Medieval Human Army In ‘Swordsman VR’

The fate of humankind relies on how well you can handle a sword. If you enjoy wielding a hefty battle sword, jabbing thugs in the face through their helmet, and bashing skulls using a giant wooden shield, then you may want to schedule an appointment ... more - vrscout

How To Balance Public & Private Investment For A Sustainable XR Market

The XR Market is a platform where international artists and producers can meet with distributors and financiers. It takes place in Paris as a part of the NewImages Festival , an international festival of digital creation and virtual worlds. Developing ... more - vrscout

8 Inventive Examples Of Immersive Technology In Education

The use of VR in education can make learning more entertaining, encourage STEM programs, and help with distance education. Moreover, immersive technology can improve students’ learning experience while teaching them to embrace technology. From virtual ... more - vrscout

NewImages Festival Borderless Edition Successfully Concludes Physical Event Against All Odds

From September 23 to 27, the 3rd edition of NewImages Festival took place at the Forum des Images in Paris. NewImages Festival is unique to the XR event landscape as it is more than just a tech conference, it uses its platform, funding, and reputation ... more - vrscout

NYC VR Arcade, VR World, Re-Re-Opens Its Doors To The Public

The colossal, inner-city VR arcade is back in business and ready to finally re-open. In Midtown Manhattan, on East 34th Street, you simply cannot miss VR World . Its owners are not trying to be discreet—by design, the cyber-funky facade and neon-lit ... more - vrscout

HP Reverb G2 Omnicept Headset Features Eye Tracking, Face Cam, And Heart Rate Sensor

HP takes aim at developers and enterprises with its Omnicept ecosystem. HP today announced the latest addition to its growing lineup of PC VR headsets, the HP Reverb G2 Omnicept Edition, an even more powerful rendition of the previously-announced HP ... more - vrscout

Secret Location Reveals Three New Location-Based VR Games Heading To VR Arcades

Blasters of the Universe returns alongside a new family-friendly free-roam experience. Emmy Award-winning VR studio Secret Location ( The Great C, Transpose ), is back with a brand new helping of location-based VR experiences developed specifically for ... more - vrscout

‘The Walking Dead Onslaught’ Now Available On Oculus, Steam, And PSVR

Step into the blood-soaked shoes of your favorite Walking Dead characters today. The Walking Dead Onslaught is now available on Oculus Rift, SteamVR, and PlayStation VR, offering fans of the long-running series the chance to experience the zombie apocalypse ... more - vrscout

VR Steampunk Opera ‘Miranda’ Is Visually Stunning But Needs Improvement

Full-body motion capture offers a unique, but flawed live theater experience. This past weekend marked the debut of Miranda , a VR steampunk opera performed live on-stage by a cast of professional actors operating remotely out of Binghamton, NY. In Miranda ... more - vrscout

Dynamic VR Film ‘Agence’ Lets You Play God With Tiny AI Creatures

Developing a god complex never felt so good. Ever wonder what it may feel like to play god? To exhibit total control over an environment and its inhabitants using a series of god-like abilities? What kind of omnipotent being would you be? Kind and nurturing, ... more - vrscout

Design And Race Your Own Car With NASCAR Mobile AR Racing

Compete in AR races against 16 playoff drivers across 10 playoff tracks. It’s no secret that professional sports have been hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to some smart decision-making on behalf of the NASCAR organization, however, the company ... more - vrscout

Pinfinity Partners With Star Wars, Marvel, Capcom On AR-Enhanced Pins

Upgrade your wardrobe with animated AR pins of Transformers, Pac-Man, Dungeons & Dragons, and more. There’s nothing more powerful than a well-placed pin and or button. Whether you’re looking to express your interest in a film or television show, ... more - vrscout

‘Walkabout Mini Golf VR’ Review: Simple & Addictive VR Putt-Putt

Now that’s what I call virtual mini-golf. Available now on Oculus Rift/Rift S and Oculus Quest for $14.99, Mighty Coconut’s Walkabout Mini Golf VR offers a unique VR putt-putt experience complete with a wide range of uniquely crafted courses, tight putting ... more - vrscout

Oculus VR Founder Palmer Luckey Backs Unofficial Quest App Store ‘SideQuest’

Everyone’s favorite indie store front raises $650K in funding. If you own an Oculus Quest headset than chances are you’ve heard of SideQuest , an immensely popular VR app store that allows independent developers a chance to showcase games and apps that ... more - vrscout

Oculus Quest 2 VR Cover Now Available For Pre-Order

Keep your new headset looking fresh with an easy-to-clean facial interface. Look under the hood of the new Oculus Quest 2 and you’ll find a new Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 2k per eye resolution with adjustable optics, and seven onboard ... more - vrscout

Fight For Your Chance At A Free Copy Of Team-Based Shooter ‘Frostpoint VR’

You’ll need to move quickly if you want to score one of the 3,000 free copies. Thirdverse Inc. and inXile Entertainment’s Frostpoint VR: Proving Grounds is an upcoming 10v10 multiplayer VR shooter set across an abandoned military base located in the ... more - vrscout

VR Multiplayer Shooter ‘Grapple Tournament’ Takes Aim At VR Esports

Improve your teamwork skills through fast-paced vertical combat. Believe it or not, esports got its start in the ’60s when members of MIT’s “Tech Model Railroad Club” battled each other in a game of Spacewars , a game where players pilot a spaceship ... more - vrscout

Where To Pre-Order The Oculus Quest 2

Those in the US will have to wait until late November to get their hands on the new Quest. To no one’s surprise, pre-orders for the recently announced Oculus Quest 2 VR headset are already backordered on the official Oculus website . Those in the US ... more - vrscout

Microsoft To Purchase ZeniMax Media, Parent Company Of Bethesda

Microsoft’s acquisition will cost a reported $7.5 billion. Microsoft has announced plans to acquire American video game holding company ZeniMax Media, owner of numerous high-profile game publishers, for a reported $7.5 billion. This includes Arkane Studios ... more - vrscout

‘Minecraft’ Arrives On PlayStation VR Tomorrow

The free patch update will be available to all PS5 Minecraft owners. Earlier this month developer Mojang Studios announced that it’s legendary survival crafting game Minecraft would be heading to PlayStation VR sometime near the end of September as part ... more - vrscout

Social Deduction Game ‘Among Us’ Is Here To Ruin Friendships In VR

Rec Room brings the internet’s latest obssession to life in VR. Developer InnerSloth’s multiplayer party game Among Us has been absolutely dominating the internet as of late, offering players a unique social deception experience that’s quickly testing ... more - vrscout