In a move that has sent ripples of nostalgia and cautious optimism through the extended reality (XR) community, Shane Harris, the CEO of SideQuest, has officially announced the acquisition of the rights to AltspaceVR. The platform, once the crown jewel of social virtual reality before its unceremonious shuttering by Microsoft in early 2023, is slat
Meta Redefines VR Value: Horizon+ Subscription Integrates Xbox Game Pass in Strategic Ecosystem Play
In a move that significantly alters the value proposition of the virtual reality (VR) market, Meta has announced a major expansion of its Horizon+ subscription service. Effective immediately, the service—formerly known as Meta Quest+—now includes a "Starter Edition" of Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass at no additional cost to subscribers. This
The Evolution of Portable Spatial Computing: Unseen Reality Unveils the URXR One
In an era where the boundaries between physical workspaces and digital environments are increasingly blurred, the demand for high-fidelity, portable display solutions has reached a fever pitch. Enter Unseen Reality, a tech firm aiming to disrupt the burgeoning Extended Reality (XR) market with its latest innovation: the URXR One. Positioned not as
Canon’s Mixed-Reality Paradox: A Hands-On Journey from Miniature Prototypes to $20,000 Enterprise Ecosystems
At the most recent Augmented World Expo (AWE), the floor was crowded with the usual suspects of the XR (Extended Reality) world. However, one of the most enigmatic presences was undoubtedly Canon. Known globally for their world-class camera optics and imaging sensors, Canon’s foray into the mixed-reality (MR) space has always been characterized by
Digital Spelunking Meets Historical Preservation: Tham Luang Rescue Recreated in ‘Cave Crave’ VR
The intersection of immersive technology and historical documentation has reached a new milestone with the release of the "Tham Luang" downloadable content (DLC) for the virtual reality (VR) spelunking title Cave Crave. Developed by 3R Games, this latest update brings one of the most harrowing and miraculous rescue stories of the 21st cen
Sony Aggressively Positions PlayStation VR2 with Limited-Time $300 Price Point Amidst Global Electronics Inflation
In a market increasingly defined by rising hardware costs and supply chain volatility, Sony Interactive Entertainment has made a significant tactical move by slashing the price of its flagship virtual reality peripheral. The PlayStation VR2 (PS VR2), which originally debuted as a premium accessory priced higher than the console required to run it,
The Limits of Portability: Why Blade & Sorcery Will Not Run Natively on Valve’s Steam Frame
The dream of high-fidelity, physics-driven virtual reality without the umbilical cord of a tethered PC has long been the "holy grail" of the industry. However, as hardware evolves, so too do the demands of the software. In a move toward radical transparency, the developers of the seminal VR combat simulator Blade & Sorcery have confir
Valve Expands Standalone VR Ecosystem: Deadly Delivery, Stellar Cafe, and Growrilla Earn “Great On Frame” Certification
The portable VR landscape is shifting as Valve prepares for the imminent launch of its Steam Frame headset, signaling a new era of high-fidelity, standalone virtual reality gaming. As the global VR community awaits the official release of Valve’s highly anticipated Steam Frame—a standalone headset designed to bring the power of the Steam ecosystem
Pavlov Shack Confirmed for Steam Frame: A New Era for Standalone Tactical VR
The landscape of virtual reality gaming is witnessing a significant shift as Vankrupt Games prepares to bring its highly successful tactical shooter, Pavlov Shack, to Valve’s emerging "Steam Frame" platform. This move marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Pavlov franchise, further bifurcating the experience between high-fidelity
The Convergence of Spatial Computing and Cloud Gaming: Meta and Microsoft Deepen Ties via Horizon+
The landscape of immersive technology and digital entertainment underwent a significant shift this week as Meta announced a major expansion of its Horizon+ subscription service. In a move that further solidifies the strategic alliance between the social media giant and Microsoft, Meta has integrated a "starter edition" of Xbox Cloud Gamin
