Google Launches Chrome for Daydream Headsets, Yes it Has Incognito Mode
Today Google has launched an update for Chrome, bringing support for Daydream headsets including the View and the Lenovo Mirage Solo.
VR RTS ‘MoonStrike’ to Bring Diorama-size Galactic Conquest to Rift & Vive This Week
Big Dorks Entertainment, a studio founded by former Epic Games Lead Designer Lee Perry, is coming out with a new real-time strategy game soon. Dubbed MoonStrike, you’ll battle other users online to take over planets as fast as possible, build ships, and eventually conquer the galaxy.
Coatsink’s ‘They Suspect Nothing’ to Get First Big DLC Next Month, Including 8 New Mini-games
They Suspect Nothing (2018), the Oculus Go & Samsung Gear VR title from Coatsink Software, is getting its first big DLC since it initially launched back in May.
‘Assetto Corsa Competizione’ Launches in Early Access September 12th, VR Support in October
Initially revealed back in February, Assetto Corsa Competizione, the next chapter of acclaimed sim racer Assetto Corsa, now has an official Early Access release date of September 12th. The game has been confirmed to include VR support, following after its predecessor, though initial support won’t come until an update in October.
HTC Publishes Vive Wireless Adapter Setup Instructions, Suggesting Nearby Launch
HTC’s Vive Wireless Adapter, which was first unveiled at CES earlier this year, doesn’t have either a price or precise launch date yet (HTC recently said ‘late summer’), but now a setup manual has appeared on the company’s UK-facing site that details the process of installing the Intel-powered WiGig transmitter.
HTC Pushes Back On Reports of Declining Headset Sales
Digital Trends recently published a report entitled ‘VR is in a tailspin, and the sales numbers prove it’. It seems HTC has taken umbrage with the article’s thesis in its newest blog post however, which pushes back against some of the article’s claims, saying it’s “not the whole story.”
Microsoft is Adding Pass-through Video to Windows VR Headsets
A beta version of Windows 10 now includes support for a pass-through video mode for Windows VR headsets, allowing users to look out at the world around them through the headset’s on-board cameras.
‘Rec Room’ Update Adds Teams to Battle Royale Mode
Rec Room, the social virtual world filled with mini-games and activities, recently introduced a battle royale mode called ‘Rec Royale’. A new update now allows players to group up in squads of three for team-based strategic action.
‘Marvel Powers United VR’ Now Available on Rift, Watch 16 Minutes of Expert Gameplay Here
Marvel Powers United VR, the next big exclusive title from Oculus Studios, launches today (Thursday, July 26th) and is now available to download on Rift. We’ve got 16 minutes of fresh expert gameplay and our full review available ahead of the game’s launch.
Airship Adventure ‘Bow to Blood’ to Land on PSVR Next Month
Tribetoy’s airship adventure Bow to Blood, which was first announced at last year’s Paris Games Week, now has an official launch date on PSVR.
Supermedium Raises $1.1M Seed Funding to Further Develop Web-based VR
Supermedium, the team behind the eponymous VR web browser released earlier this year, recently raised a seed investment round of $1.1 million.
‘Marvel Powers United VR’ Review – Wave Shooting Meets Cosplay
Developed over the course of two years, Marvel Powers United VR is the first VR superhero game of its scale. A large roster of playable heroes lets you step into the boots, masks, and leotards of 18 Marvel superheroes. But rather than embodying your character, along with their powers, conflicts, and triumphs, you’ll end up feeling like you’re just dressing the part as you fight waves of enemies for high scores and loot boxes.
Disney Animation Studios to Debut Its First VR Short Film Next Month
Walt Disney Animation Studios, the group behind animated classics like The Little Mermaid (1989), The Lion King (1994), and newer blockbusters like Moana (2016), is set to debut its first VR short film next month at the SIGGRAPH 2018 conference in Vancouver.
