‘EVE: Valkyrie’ Now on HTC Vive, Joins Rift and PSVR Players
EVE: Valkyrie has now launched on the HTC Vive, completing its full roll-out on the three major VR headsets, allowing cross-platform dogfighting.
WorldViz is Creating a VR Platform for Enterprise Collaboration
WorldViz, provider of virtual reality solutions for the enterprise and public sectors, is launching a new VR communication platform for businesses. Based on their popular Vizard software, it enables complex visual ideas to be assessed remotely, through VR presentations and virtual meetings.
Using VR for Spiritual Transformation and Unlocking Creative Flow
There was an immersive dome experience at the latest VRLA event called Samskara that was based upon the Hindu Vedas produced by 360art. It featured different Hindu mythological characters reimagined by visionary artist Android Jones. I had a chance to talk to Android about the intriguing backstory of this project that involves a mysterious Swami who is experimenting with the latest immersive technologies as a tool for spiritual transformation.
Top 10 Most Downloaded PlayStation VR Games So Far
PlayStation VR launched just last month, and now Sony has shared which games players have downloaded the most so far.
‘The Martian VR Experience’ Launches on PSVR and HTC Vive Tomorrow
The Fox Innovation Lab are all set to finally release their virtual reality tie-in with last year’s sci-fi blockbuster The Martian starring Matt Damon to a VR headset near you as the title launches tomorrow on both PlayStation VR and SteamVR platforms.
‘Thumper’ Review
Thumper is a fast paced “rhythm violence” arcade game developed by DROOL for PlayStation VR and PS4. As a space-scarab-like creature you’ll rip down an infinite slide while jumping, drifting, and thumping obstacles. You’ll do battle with giant amorphous creatures, all while trying to topple your friends’ high scores. This rhythm game is much more about survival than song as you blaze your way to the perfect run.
More Details Surface on Wireless Vive Upgrade Accessory, Global Orders May Be on the Way
Earlier this week it was revealed that HTC would be offering a wireless Vive upgrade kit made by TPCAST. More details have surfaced on the device ahead of its Q1 2017 launch.
SteamVR to Get Linux and Mac OSX Support Within “a Few Months”
Valve is planning to introduce beta versions of its SteamVR platform for Mac OSX and Linux users within a few months.
Oculus Update Adds Room-scale ‘Guardian’ Feature, Async Spacewarp and User Reviews
In readiness for the imminent launch of Oculus’ ‘Touch’ motion controllers, the company have rolled out the new ‘Guardian’ feature, their version of SteamVR’s Chaperone VR boundary system for room-scale VR. The update also brings anti-judder tech Asynchronous Spacewarp and a new user reviews system.
Oculus Earphones Review and Comparison with Ultra High-end Earbuds
Announced at Oculus Connect 3 and launching alongside Touch, the Oculus Earphones were touted as a noise-isolating, more immersive alternative to the standard headphones. After days of using and testing the Earphones, I’ve been able to judge how good they really are (spoiler: very).
IMAX Investing $50 Million in ‘a new level of premium, high-quality VR content’
IMAX has announced it’s raised $50m in order to create new “premium” experiences for use at its VR centres which the company have begun rolling out around the world.
HTC to Offer Wireless Vive Upgrade Kit, Pre-orders Start Friday
HTC plans to offer a wireless upgrade accessory for the Vive created by TPCAST. Launching in early 2017 with pre-orders starting Friday, HTC claims the device will eliminate the direct connection to the PC without any noticeable difference in latency or gameplay.
New YouTube VR App is Completely Re-designed for Daydream
YouTube has launched a new app to coincide with today’s Daydream launch, one that’s built for virtual reality headsets and designed from the ground up to work with Google’s ‘next gen’ mobile VR platform.
