General — Metaverse — April 1st, 2026

FitXR Builds Flow Studio As VR Fitness Users Look For What's Next
Popular VR fitness app FitXR introduced a new mode called Flow Studio, expanding its lineup of workout offerings that already includes Boxing, Combat, HIIT, Sculpt, Dance, Zumba, and Slam.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

'Moss' Developer Polyarc Lays Off Two-Thirds of Studio Following "major project" Cancellation
Polyarc, the studio behind VR puzzle-platformer series Moss, announced it's significantly reducing the size of the company, marking another VR pioneer currently experiencing existential turmoil.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

These Installers Make Playing Resident Evil In PC VR Dead Simple
MrSurviv0r's all-in-one VR Mod Installers streamline the process of getting Resident Evil 2, 3, 4, 7, Village, and Requiem playable in full VR on PC.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 31st, 2026

CD Projekt Red Partners With Zero Latency VR to Bring the World of Cyberpunk 2077 Into Immersive VR
Zero Latency VR, the undisputed leader in immersive entertainment and the mastermind behind the world's largest true location-based free-roam VR network, has announced a new collaboration with CD PROJEKT RED to bring the award-winning universe of Cyberpunk 2077 into its warehouse-scale VR format.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

'Cyberpunk 2077' is Officially Coming to VR Soon as a Co-op Location-based Experience
CD Projekt Red announced it's working with Zero Latency VR to bring Cyberpunk 2077 to out-of-home VR destinations.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

GOLF+ Coming To Steam This Summer
GOLF+, the best selling golf sim on Quest, is making its way to Steam this year, targeting a late-summer release.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Moss Developer Polyarc Games Announces Layoffs
Moss and Glassbreakers developer Polyarc Games is making a 'significant' staff reduction.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

New VR Games & Releases April 2026: Quest, PlayStation VR2 And PC VR
Wondering what VR games to look forward to in April 2026? Read on.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Rec Room Is Shutting Down In June
The social gaming platform grew to 150 million users over the last decade. Despite this, the developers claim the platform never reached sustained profitability.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down
Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Virtual Hangout 'Rec Room' is Permanently Closing in June, Assets Reportedly Acquired by Snap
Rec Room, one of VR's most prominent social platforms, is shutting down in June, with its creators noting they "never quite figured out how to make Rec Room a sustainably profitable business." According to a GeekWire report (via Skarred Ghost), Snap has acquired select assets from Rec Room, which also includes talent moving to its XR-focused Specs Inc. subsidiary.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

VR Social Game Rec Room Is Shutting Down on its 10th Anniversary: 'Our Costs Always Ended Up Overwhelming the Revenue We Brought In'
"The path to profitability has gotten tough enough that we've made the difficult decision to shut things down."
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Why the $269 RayNeo Air 4 Pro Might Be the Only AR Glasses You Need
The RayNeo Air 4 Pro AR glasses introduce features designed to enhance media consumption, such as HDR10 support, AI-powered SDR-to-HDR conversion and Bang & Olufsen audio. Priced at $269, they aim to balance performance and cost, offering high-quality visuals and sound for users with varied needs. Steven Sullivan examines how these glasses measure up against alternatives like the XReal 1S and Air 3S Pro, focusing on aspects such as display performance, audio quality and practical considerations like prescription lens compatibility and themed editions.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 24th, 2026

A Long Survive Coming To PlayStation VR2 & PC VR Next Month
The survival shooter A Long Survive is making the leap onto PlayStation VR2 and PC VR in April.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Beat The Beats Finds Its Groove Between Rhythm and Fitness
The full release of Beat The Beats settles into a middle ground between a rhythm game and a boxing-style workout, combining elements of both into a cohesive experience.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Boxing Rhythm Game Beat the Beats Gets Quest, Pico & PC VR Release Date
Game studio Parallel Circles has announced the release date for Beat the Beats, a VR rhythm boxing game that's coming to Quest, SteamVR, and Pico 4 on April 2. In addition, the studio has announced that an update for the PlayStation VR2 version has now gone live, adding 15 new tracks and two new gameplay modes.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Clear XR Brings Apple Vision Pro's Foveated Streaming To OpenXR PC VR Games
Clear XR, available on TestFlight, lets Nvidia RTX 40 and 50 series owners use Apple Vision Pro's foveated streaming feature for OpenXR PC VR games.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Payday: Aces High Bringing Heist Chaos to Quest and PC VR This Year
The 4-player co-op heist game has just been revealed alongside a new gameplay trailer.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

'PAYDAY: Aces High' VR Game Announced for Quest & PC VR, Reveal Trailer Here
During the VR Games Showcase today, Fast Travel Games revealed PAYDAY: Aces High, an upcoming VR co-op heist game set in Starbreeze Entertainment's PAYDAY universe.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

VR Beat 'Em Up Crêpe Master Coming To Quest 3 In May
The colorful arcade brawler Crêpe Master is coming to Quest 3 headsets in May.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 22nd, 2026

Apple is dooming two promising products to absurdly lazy updates
While the iPhone 17 redesign and the upcoming foldable iPhone are very welcome, two other Apple products need some more love too.
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Attending Balenciaga's Summer 26 Show in Apple Vision Pro
You can step onto the runway and experience Pier Paolo Piccioli's debut with the Summer 26 show in Balenciaga's Apple Vision Pro app.
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Meta Funds University Teams To Explore Wider Applications Of sEMG Wristband Input
Meta awarded $150,000 in research funding to each of six university teams studying how people learn to control computers using muscle signals, and what ethical issues come with that shift. The grants focus on wrist-based surface electromyography (sEMG), the subtle input method Meta has been developing for its glasses.
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Meta's Lawyers Shut Down The Primary Source Of Pirated Quest Games
Meta's lawyers successfully shut down VRPirates, which was by far the largest and most prominent source of pirated Quest VR games.
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 20th, 2026

Autodesk VRED Gets Immersive Mode That Streams To Apple Vision Pro
Autodesk VRED Gets Immersive Mode That Streams To Apple Vision Pro
March 20th, 2026 — Source

How Lucas Martell Brings Hollywood Production & Storytelling To Walkabout Mini Golf
Before founding Mighty Coconut, Lucas, along with other members of the Mighty Coconut team, spent ten years working in Hollywood. This interview is a fascinating insight into applying the skills learned in Tinseltown to his flagship virtual reality mini golf game.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Maid of Sker VR Review: A Tense But Middle-Of-The-Road Conversion
Maid of Sker VR just launched on major VR platforms after originally being slated for a November launch. How does this conversion fare?
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Meta reverses course, will keep metaverse partially VR after all
Though still refocusing on its mobile app, Meta will now continue to support Horizon Worlds' existing VR games as well.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Twenty One Pilots' "Stressed Out" Hits Beat Saber Next Week
Twenty One Pilots' 2015 hit Stressed Out is the latest Beat Saber Shock Drop track.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Ubisoft Ends Game Development at Studio Behind 'Assassin's Creed VR'
According to an internal memo viewed by GamesIndustry.biz, Ubisoft is shutting down game development at Red Storm Entertainment, which includes the loss of 105 jobs.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 18th, 2026

Meta is quietly backing away from the metaverse as it pivots to AI
Meta will end Horizon Worlds VR access in June as the metaverse dream keeps fading
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Meta Quest VR Headset Users to Lose Access to Horizon Worlds, Legs and All
Soon, you won't be able to access Meta's flagship metaverse experience on its flagship metaverse-experiencing device
March 18th, 2026 — Source

PlayStation VR2 Exclusive FPS Firewall Ultra Shuts Down In September
Troubled PS VR2 exclusive Firewall Ultra's online features are scheduled to be terminated later this year.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

PSVR 2 Team Shooter 'Firewall Ultra' is Shutting Down in September
Firewall Ultra (2023), the tactical team shooter for PSVR 2, is officially set to go offline just three years after its initial launch.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Tim Cook Shuts Down Retirement Rumors: "I Can't Imagine Life Without Apple"
Apple CEO Tim Cook appeared on Good Morning America this week to personally deny reports that he plans to step down, saying he loves his job and has no intention of leaving. Despite analyst pressure and Apple's ongoing succession preparations, Cook insists he is staying put.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 16th, 2026

Bigscreen Beyond 2 Now Ships In 1-3 Days & 2e Has Eye-Tracked Foveated Rendering
Bigscreen Beyond 2 orders now ship within 1-3 days, and in December Beyond 2e got support for eye-tracked foveated rendering in select VR titles.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Bootstrap Island 1.0 Review: A Sterling VR Survivor Adventure
Bootstrap Island exits Early Access as a fully realized VR survival adventure that stands up to any top game in the genre.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Quest Reached Record Number of Users in 2025, Pushing 100 VR Apps Over $1M in Gross Revenue
Meta's Director of Games Chris Pruett revealed that Quest usage hit an all-time high in 2025, which helped over 100 games to generate more than $1 million in gross revenue last year.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Synth Riders Levels Up With New Progression System
The new update for the long running VR rhythm game adds a new experience point based rewards system and stat tracking for players.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

X-Plane & iRacing Getting Official Apple Vision Pro Support Via PC VR Streaming
X-Plane 12 and iRacing will be officially playable on Apple Vision Pro, streamed from your PC via Nvidia CloudXR, with your physical accessories blended in using mixed reality passthrough.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 13th, 2026

Bandai Namco's Hit Puzzle Platformer Series 'Little Nightmares' Comes to VR in April, Trailer Here
Bandai Namco announced that its hit puzzle-platformer franchise Little Nightmares is coming to VR in April.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Former Oculus CTO Calls Meta's 30% VR Dev Fee "wasteful churn" in Face of Subsidizing Individual Apps
Legendary programmer and former Oculus CTO John Carmack doesn't think Meta's developer incentive structure is healthy for the Horizon Store ecosystem, calling it "wasteful churn."
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes Is Disturbing In All The Right Ways
We went hands on with Bandai Namco's Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes on PlayStation VR2 at GDC 2026. How is it?
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Spacious Places Hands-On: Musical Meditation
Spacious Places is a musical health and wellness app for times when life has no chill.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 12th, 2026

Behind The Scenes of Walkabout Mini Golf's New Passport Hollywood Course
Mighty Coconut's Don Carson and Shane Rhodes take us on a tour of Walkabout's ode to the golden age of filmmaking.
March 12, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Meta exec hopes VR teens will stick around
Meta's director of VR games Chris Pruett believes that today's GorillaTag teens will still use VR when they grow up.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Meta Hopes Mini Games Will Make You Forget Its Smart Glasses Are Recording You Naked
Games are the last thing Meta's smart glasses need right now.
March 12, 2026 — Source

The same things, always the same things
If you have been in the XR field for many years, like me, I have a question for you: don't you have the impression we are keeping repeating the same things?
March 12, 2026 — Source

Thrill Of The Fight 2 VR Boxing Turned Into Live Spectator Event
When most people think of esports, they picture players sitting behind monitors tapping keyboards and controllers. At a recent Global Gaming League event, the competitors were throwing real punches instead, while immersed in VR.
March 12, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 11th, 2026

Are you sick of your Quest 3 controllers dying? This all-in-one headset charging stand deleted that issue for me
The Quest 3 charging stand I use every day is currently on offer
March 11, 2026 — Source

First footage shows X-Plane 12 on Vision Pro, including an ARKit trick in action
Yesterday we learned that the "world's most advanced flight simulator" will soon work with Apple Vision Pro. Now we have a first look at how the experience will look, including how ARKit intelligently handles physical controls.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Looking Glass' Musubi showcases its holographic display in a consumer-friendly package
Looking Glass has been doggedly committed to making holographic displays the next big thing since 2019, and with its new Musubi digital photo frame, it might finally be offering its tech at a price that's hard to deny. Musubi is scheduled to start shipping in June, and unlike the company's previous, more developer-focused kits, the company's new display only costs $149.
March 11, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Splatsplasm Impressions: A Fun But Uneven Swat-a-Thon
Splatsplasm is a frantic VR rhythm game that puts you in the role of an astronaut fending off flying aliens.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Strayed, A Rust-Inspired Multiplayer VR Survival Game, Gets Massive Update & Price Drop
The early-access survival game gets its biggest update yet, adding new biomes, new game systems, and a price drop on Quest and Steam.
March 11, 2026 — Source

SteamVR Usage Significantly Fell February - But There's A Good Reason
The number of people using a VR headset on Steam ostensibly significantly decreased in February, according to Valve's data, but the figure isn't what it seems.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Virtual Hunter PlayStation VR2 & Quest Ports Delayed To May
The PlayStation VR2 and Quest ports of Virtual Hunter have been pushed back two months.
March 11, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — March 5th, 2026

Affected: The Asylum Wants To Redefine VR Horror This Summer
A new trailer and press release gives more details for the follow up to Affected: The Manor.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Mixed Reality Dinosaur Building Game Le Dino Labo Launches On Quest Today
The built-for-Quest puzzle game allows players to piece together full-scale fossils of iconic dinosaurs.
March 5, 2026 — Source

nDreams Announces Layoffs And Closure Of Two Studios
nDreams Near Light and nDreams Compass will be shut down as part of the restructuring.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Peak Rhythm Early Access Review: We're Going Up Up Up
Launching in Early Access today on Quest, Peak Rhythm seeks to refresh the rhythm genre with pulse-pounding music set against a unique climbing mechanic.
March 5, 2026 — Source

This Company Wants to Refresh Workers by Sticking Them in Tiny Pods With VR Headsets
South Korea-based XR company NP Inc showed off a unique solution to combat employee fatigue at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona this week, combining a small pod with a VR headset.
March 5, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 4th, 2026

'Resident Evil Requiem' Already Has a VR Mod, But You Should Probably Wait
Resident Evil Requiem (2026) hasn't been out for more than a week, and there's already a basic PC VR mod waiting in the wings.
March 4, 2026 — Source

RUMBLE Delivers Demanding Earthbending Duels On Quest
RUMBLE, a competitive PvP earth-bending game that originally launched in early access on Steam back in 2022, is now on Quest. Read on for our first impressions.
March 4, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 3rd, 2026

Alliance Tales: Battle For The Frontier Wants To Scratch Your VR X-Wing & Wing Commander Itch
This not-quite-a-sequel to last year's Alliance Peacefighter requires and rewards patience.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Meta CTO: VR Gaming "gravy train" Has Stopped, Customer Acquisition Now the Real Problem
Meta CTO and Reality Labs chief Andrew Bosworth detailed why he thinks he might have failed VR gaming fans, and why some people are angry, noting that it's probably because the "gravy train has come to a stop."
March 3, 2026 — Source

Meta Finally Brings 'Beat Saber' to Horizon Plus, Keeps DLC Behind Paywall
Meta has finally brought VR's favorite block-slashing rhythm game to its Horizon+ subscription service. If you were hoping to jump into Beat Saber's (2019) massive swath of DLC content though, you'll still need to toss out a few bucks.
March 3, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

New VR Games & Releases March 2026: Quest, PlayStation VR2 And PC VR
Wondering what VR games to look forward to in March 2026?
March 3, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

The Amusement Is Coming To Quest & PC VR Next Month
The Amusement, a VR narrative adventure game, is launching on Quest and PC VR in April.
March 3, 2026 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2026.03.03): Pico teases Project Swan headset, The8thWall goes opensource, and more!
I'm back in Italy: I'm happy to eat pasta and lasagna again, but I guess I will miss the baozi (especially the amazing ones I've found in Chongqing). I'm a bit tired, but quite all right. Talking about the XR ecosystem, it has not been very exciting this week, but luckily, yesterday, Pico gave us something interesting to talk about...
March 3, 2026 — Source

Walkabout Mini Golf Will Visit Tinseltown With Passport Hollywood DLC Course
Walkabout Mini Golf Will Visit Tinseltown With Passport Hollywood DLC Course
March 3, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 2nd, 2026

Arizona Sunshine Remake & The Pirate: Republic of Nassau Are Quest's Horizon+ Monthly Games This March
Arizona Sunshine Remake and The Pirate: Republic of Nassau are the Horizon+ monthly games on Quest for March.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Bytedance's Upcoming Project Swan VR Headset Wants to Be the Computer Meta's Isn't Yet
A higher-end mixed reality headset coming later this year wants to be a work device to rival the Apple Vision Pro and Samsung Galaxy XR. It's got the power for it.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Families want more research on how virtual reality may affect kids
A new study of what families think about virtual reality (VR) technologies reveals that parents want more research-based information on how VR technologies may influence brain and behavioral development. Families also placed a higher value on VR features that increase physical activity, compared to features such as educational content.
March 2, 2026 — Source

MediaTek to Debut World's First 6G Radio Demo & AI-Powered Smart Glasses at MWC 2026
MediaTek's MWC 2026 key highlights include the world's first 6G radio interoperability demo, a 5G-Advanced CPE with Wi-Fi 8, and satellite-based video calling for cars. The company also debuted AI glasses and high-speed data center interconnects.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pico Unveils OS 6, Teases MicroOLED 'Project Swan' XR Headset Ahead of GDC 2026
Pico today unveiled Pico OS 6, something the ByteDance-owned company calls its "most significant operating system update to date." Additionally, the company teased a few new bits of info about its upcoming 'Project Swan' XR headset ahead of its "live demo" GDC 2026 session next week.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pico's Next Headset Has 4000 PPI Micro-OLEDs, Powerful New Chip & Next-Gen OS
ByteDance's Pico announced the key display and compute specs of its "Project Swan" headset, coming later this year, and detailed the revamped XR operating system it will run.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Pico's next VR headset will launch against Valve in 2026, but it doesn't look like the Steam Frame rival I was hoping for
Samsung and Apple might be worried, though
March 2, 2026 — Source

Raceclub Impressions: Just One More Lap
Raceclub is a made-for-VR love letter to formula racing that has you literally chasing ghosts in a promising, addictive work-in-progress.
March 2, 2026 — Source

RayNeo Unveils RayNeo Air 4 Pro with Batman Edition at MWC 2026
RayNeo, a leading innovator in augmented reality (AR) wearable technology, today unveiled the Batman Edition of its latest smart glasses, the RayNeo Air 4 Pro, at MWC 2026. Available for purchase since February 27, 2026, RayNeo Air 4 Pro comes in both a Standard Edition and Batman Editions, offering consumers more personalized choices that blend practical entertainment and productivity with everyday cosplay expression.
March 2, 2026 — Source or Source

'Zombie Army VR' to Close Co-op Online Servers Less Than a Year After Launch
Rebellion announced that Zombie Army VR (2025) is soon losing online co-op, as the studio chalks its up to a change made by the Unity to its underlying game engine.
March 2, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — February 24th, 2026

'Evangelion' VR Game Will Primarily Use Hand-tracking, Increasing Ease-of-use at Cost of Interaction Fidelity
On stage at the event, game director MK Choi gave a quick overview of the game, noting that Evangelion: Cross Reflections will feature "controller-free interaction, utilizing hand-tracking technology that allows players to perform all actions using only hand and finger movements."
February 24, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 17th, 2026

Don't hold your breath for Apple's AR glasses, they might be a while
Think 2028 at the earliest.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Nintendo's Virtual Boy For Switch & Switch 2 Review
Nintendo's strangest Switch 2 accessory has arrived: a remarkably faithful recreation of the Virtual Boy.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Omni One VR Treadmill Joins 'Made for Meta' Program, Opening Door to Quest Compatibility
Virtuix announced it's joined the Made for Meta program, which opens the door to bring official Quest compatibility to the company's Omni One VR treadmill.
February 17, 2026 — Source

SlimeVR Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Thinner & Lighter Full-Body Trackers
SlimeVR has launched its next crowdfunding campaign, this time looking to get backers excited about its next-gen 'Butterfly' body trackers, which promise to be thinner, lighter, and offer a longer-lasting battery.
February 17, 2026 — Source

SlimeVR's new trackers ditch cameras for affordable and lightweight full-body motion capture
Sub-$300 hardware promises 48-hour battery life and wide software compatibility
February 17, 2026 — Source

The Best Quest 3 Soft Head Straps For Reclined & Lying Down Use
Watching a movie or chilling out with a meditative VR experience can meaningfully expand the use case and the amount of time someone might be willing to spend in a headset.
February 17, 2026 — Source

VisionOS Update Gives Devs Improved Tools for VR Cloud Streaming
Apple Vision Pro just got a new update that brings Foveated Streaming to the headset, essentially the same bandwidth-saving feature Valve is bringing to its upcoming Steam Frame headset.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Wizherd Is An Interesting Yet Clunky Magical Experience
Earlier this month, No More Rainbows and DigiGodsdeveloper Squido Studio announced that it was partnering up with gaming streamer jmancurly's video game publishing company CurlyBlue to create VR experiences - the first being a colorful dungeon crawler named Wizherd.
February 17, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 13th, 2026

13 Spooky VR Games to Celebrate Friday the 13th
No matter what time of year it is, Friday the 13th is a creepy day. That generalized spookiness has made the date a big moment in popular culture, and thanks to the film series of the same name, it brings a horror vibe to any month in which it falls. But you'll need something a little more immersive to take advantage of the ambient creepiness on a wintery Friday — and that's why we've compiled 13 spooky games to help you get into the Friday the 13th spirit.
February 13, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Amelia's Escape Impressions: A Bit De-Myst-ifying
Reality Syndrome Symphony's upcoming escape room puzzler has promise, but issues with controls and puzzle readability make this a release we'll need to see more before recommending.
February 13, 2026 — Source

Bootstrap Island To Exit Early Access Next Month
Two years after debuting in Early Access on Steam, VR survival game Bootstrap Island moves to its 1.0 release in March.
February 13, 2026 — Source

Meta Plans 'Name Tag' Facial Recognition for Ray-Ban Smart Glasses
Meta plans to add a facial recognition feature to its Ray-Ban smart glasses as soon as this year, reports The New York Times ($).
February 13, 2026 — Source

Orcs Must Die! By The Blade Out Now On Quest 3
Orcs Must Die! By The Blade, the VR reimagining of the long-running tower-defense series, is available now on Quest 3 and 3S.
February 13, 2026 — Source

The MacRumors Show: Revamped Siri Delayed Again?
We discuss the upcoming iPhone 17e and iPad models, as well as Apple's apparent issues finalizing the revamped version of Siri, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show.
February 13, 2026 — Source

There's finally a Vision Pro YouTube app, not that anyone cares
This would be a big deal if people cared about Vision Pro or if it were 2024.
February 13, 2026 — Source

Vision Pro Finally Gets Native 'YouTube' App with Full Immersive Video Library
Vision Pro users have been waiting over two years for a native YouTube app. Now, it's finally here—thankfully also including support for immersive videos.
February 13, 2026 — Source

YouTube App Finally Arrives to Apple Vision Pro With Spatial & 8K Support
YouTube has officially launched a native app for the Vision Pro, bringing Spatial video support, gesture controls, and up to 8K playback. While it won't suddenly fix the headset's high price or ecosystem struggles, it's a meaningful step forward.
February 13, 2026 — Source

YouTube finally arrives on Vision Pro (was it worth the wait?)
After two long years of waiting, Apple Vision Pro owners can finally watch YouTube the way it was meant to be experienced on a spatial computing headset. Google launched its official YouTube app for visionOS on Thursday, ending one of the most conspicuous app absences on Apple's $3,499 mixed-reality device.
February 13, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 12th, 2026

'Battlefield'-like VR Shooter 'Forefront' is Coming to PSVR 2 with Cross-Play
Triangle Factory announced that its Battlefield-inspired VR shooter Forefront is finally coming to PSVR 2.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Defend Against a Siege Of Monsters in 'Orcs Must Die: By The Blade,' Out Now for Meta Quest
Orcs Must Die is one of the most popular and celebrated tower defense-style action games out there and it's been a fan favorite for years due in large part to its expert blending of third-person action with strategic planning. Now, with Orcs Must Die: By the Blade, the series is officially making the transition into VR for the very first time.
February 12, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Narrative Puzzle Game Tin Hearts: Act 1 Marches Onto Quest
Charming clockwork puzzler Tin Hearts: Act 1 arrives on Quest today, bringing its heartfelt story and inventive Lemmings-like gameplay to standalone headsets.
February 12, 2026 — Source

YouTube is coming to the Apple Vision Pro
Two years after Google said that a YouTube app was on the roadmap, it's finally here.
February 12, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 11th, 2026

Asymmetric VR Horror Game Inverse Shutting Down In March
The developers of the 4v1 multiplayer horror game Inverse announced that servers will shut down at the end of March.
February 11, 2026 — Source

Disney+ Quietly Removed 3D From Apple Vision Pro In Europe
Dolby Vision and 3D have been removed from Disney+ in several European countries, disabling stereoscopic movie playback on Apple Vision Pro.
February 11, 2026 — Source

No Man's Sky REMNANT Update Adds Gravity Gun & More
As the space-faring simulator orbits into its tenth year, its latest update adds new tools, gear, and gameplay.
February 11, 2026 — Source

'Star Citizen' VR Support Isn't Prime Time Yet, But It's Getting There
Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) added experimental PC VR support to Star Citizen late last year, taking a first step in fulfilling a more than decade-old promise. Things are getting increasingly serious though after the release of its second post-VR update.
February 11, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 6th, 2026

Snap Spins Out AR Specs Into Its Own Subsidiary
Snap spun its Specs AR glasses into its own subsidiary, and reconfirmed that it plans to launch the consumer product this year.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Studio Behind VR’s Most Popular Golf Game Aims to Solve a Key Challenge with Golf Training Sims
The studio behind GOLF+ (2020) is aiming to expand the game this year in a bid to solve some of the most persistent problems in off-course golfing simulators: building real-world muscle memory in a virtual environment.
February 6, 2026 — Source

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ VR Game is Getting a Steam Demo Ahead of Spring Launch
Cortopia Studios and Beyond Frames Entertainment announced that Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City is coming to Quest 3, SteamVR and Pico headsets this Spring.
February 6, 2026 — Source

The Viture Luma Ultra is almost the Apple Vision Air I'd like to see
What started life as a humble face monitor geared to watching video and playing games wherever you happen to be has now evolved into something drawing ever closer to a Mac-powered Vision Pro.
February 6, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 4th, 2026

Aces of Thunder Review: A Visceral & Thrilling VR Combat Flight Sim
Gaijin Entertainment knew exactly what it was doing when it came up with the name Aces of Thunder.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro Could Not Provide Me the (Fake) Arcade of My Dreams
Apple Arcade app Retrocade won't replace the basement arcade-shaped hole in your heart.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Catana: Red Flowers - Hands-On With A Feisty Feline
On one hand, Catana: Red Flowers is a violent, fast-paced action game in the mold of Joy Way's STRIDE, complete with rooftop parkour and katana combat. On the other, it's a low-stakes restaurant management sandbox in which you cook meals and serve drinks to anthropomorphic aquatic weirdos. Each game mode will appeal to a specific audience. For me, neither quite landed.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Meta Ropes in Neena Gupta and Leading Creators for its Latest 'Scam se Bacho' Campaign
Meta's anti-scam campaign, Scam Se Bacho, is back with a renewed digital awareness message to help people recognize, question, and report common online scams. Launched in partnership with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the initiative features acclaimed actor Neena Gupta and leading digital creators to encourage vigilance and promote safer online practices.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Quest Update Brings New 'Surface Keyboard' Feature, UI Changes & More
Meta released a new update for Quest that brings a host of new features, including a new 'Surface Keyboard' that lets you type on any flat surface.
February 4, 2026 — Source

The best VR headsets for 2026
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
February 4, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 2nd, 2026

Apple Vision Pro Anniversary: Two Years of Apple's Mixed Reality Headset
The Apple Vision Pro first arrived in the United States on February 2, 2024, marking Apple's entry into spatial computing with a head-mounted mixed reality headset. The launch introduced a new category that blends digital content with the physical world and uses eye, hand, and voice controls to interact with apps in three-dimensional space.
February 2, 2026 — Source or Source

Apple's 2026 Smart Glasses Are Pushing Optics Makers to Scale Up Now
Apple's expected move into smart glasses is already changing how the AR industry prepares for the next phase of growth. Suppliers are adjusting plans, shifting research focus, and expanding production capacity well ahead of any official product launch. The goal is clear. They want to be ready when Apple enters the market and demand scales fast.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Apple's Smart Glasses Plans Already Triggering Industry Changes
Apple's rumored plan to enter the smart glasses market by late 2026 is already reshaping the global AR optics supply chain, according to DigiTimes.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Meta Quest 3 adds a "Surface Keyboard" — but it's not a Microsoft Surface keyboard
A new Meta Quest 3 feature turns any flat surface into a virtual input, but the naming may confuse Microsoft fans.
February 2, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 1st, 2026

$200 Augmented Smart Glasses Prove Basics Matter More Than Fancy Tricks in 2026
What if you could step into the world of augmented reality for less than the cost of a fancy dinner for two? That's exactly what the VITURE Pro AR smart glasses promise, with a price tag under $200. But do they deliver on that promise, or is it just another case of "you get what you pay for"? In this breakdown, Steven Sullivan walks through how these budget-friendly glasses stack up after a full week of real-world use. From gaming marathons to productivity experiments, Steven puts the VITURE Pro through its paces to uncover whether affordable AR can actually enhance your daily life, or if the compromises outweigh the savings.
February 1, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 31st, 2026

Rokid AI Glasses Style Review: Surprisingly Tough Competition for Meta's Ray-Ban
Meta might have some real competition.
January 31, 2026 — Source

This Meta Quest game channels the best of R.E.P.O and Lethal Company with a clever twist
Deadly Delivery is the VR take on the friendslop genre that I needed.
January 31, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 30th, 2026

D-Day VR Museum On Steam Is An Entertaining Educational Exhibition
D-Day VR Museum, as its name describes, is a virtual reality exhibition of one of the most pivotal moments in history, using every audiovisual tool to keep the education engaging. Read on for our full thoughts.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Study solves key micro-LED challenges, enabling 'reality-like' visuals for AR/VR devices
From TVs and smartwatches to rapidly emerging VR and AR devices, micro-LEDs are a next-generation display technology in which each LED—smaller than the thickness of a human hair—emits light on its own. Among the three primary colors required for full-color displays—red, green, and blue—the realization of high-performance red micro-LEDs has long been considered the most difficult.
January 30, 2026 — Source

XREAL Rolls out Automatic Real-time 3D Conversion Feature for Its AR Glasses
XREAL has rolled out a real-time 3D conversion feature to its flagship AR glasses, which the company says converts any 2D content to 3D.
January 30, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 19th, 2026

'Cyberpunk 2077' VR Mod Taken Down Following Legal Complaint, But There May Still Be Hope
Luke Ross, the prolific VR modder, has been forced to remove his popular Cyberpunk 2077 VR mod, citing legal concerns from CD PROJEKT.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Google's Project Genie Makes Real-time Explorable Virtual Worlds, Offering a Peek Into VR's Future
DeepMind, Google's AI research lab, announced Genie 3 last August, showing off an AI system capable of generating interactive virtual environments in real-time. Now, Google has released an experimental prototype that Google AI subscribers can try today. Granted, you can't generate VR world on the fly just yet, but we're getting tantalizingly close.
January 30, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

New £200K fund launched to support UK-wide XR development in TV, film, and games
All travel/accommodation costs are covered, along with an accessibility stipend for "childcare or additional access needs"
January 19, 2026 — Source

Oculus Founder on Meta Cuts: "The 'Meta abandoning VR narrative' is obviously false"
In light of Reality Labs' reorganization, which has seen recent internal studio closures and layoffs, Oculus founder Palmer Luckey calls the doomer narrative "obviously false."
January 19, 2026 — Source

Supernatural’s Uncertain Future Leaves VR Fitness Users Looking For Options
Supernatural continues to rank at or near number one on the Meta Quest charts in the wake of Meta’s decision to pause content updates and lay off much of the team behind one of VR’s most effective fitness apps.
January 19, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 15th, 2026

Batman: Arkham Shadow Sequel Canceled As Camouflaj Sees Significant Layoffs
Meta has canceled the Batman: Arkham Shadow sequel, UploadVR has learned, and conducted significant layoffs at Camouflaj, the developer of the first game.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Crossings Anticipated Co-Op Mode Launches Alongside Steam Version In February
Neat Corp's latest title is due out on Steam in February with a major new feature included.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Meta Aims to Double, Possibly Even Triple Smart Glasses Production This Year
Citing people familiar with the matter, the report maintains Meta has suggested increasing annual capacity to 20 million units by the end of 2026, as the company hopes to seize growing consumer interest in smart glasses.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Walkabout Tiki à Coco Reveals The Origins Of Mini Golf
He was invited to spend a little over two months on an island in tropical Belize with Lucas Martell and other artists to make an animated short film together. You should really go spend 10 minutes with the film, embedded below, but if you don't have the time right now let me give you a quick overview.
January 15, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 9th, 2026

Become a Vampire to Fight Vampires in Sci-Fi Shooter 'Dixotomia,' Launching Out of Early Access Today On Meta Quest
At the heart of sci-fi shooter Dixotomia is a dual nature — it's right in the name. What isn't immediately obvious, however, is the choice that dual nature will put to you: whether to maintain your humanity or sacrifice it to embrace the powers of the undead.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Best of CES 2026: Rokid Style Smart Glasses
The Rokid Style smart glasses won a Best of CES 2026 Award for their very light, display-free design. These voice-first glasses only weigh 38.5 grams and work with a number of AI platforms, such as Google Maps and ChatGPT. Rokid is a practical and stylish alternative to bulky AR headsets for everyday use. It can record 4K video, has a 12-hour battery life, and focuses on high-quality prescription lenses.
January 8, 2026 — Source

'BlackGate' Adds New Content, Skins, and More in Full Launch Update, Out Now
BlackGate has quickly risen to popularity among fans of asynchronous multiplayer VR games with its bold and creative mixture of both competitive and co-op gameplay. From Fun Train and VR Monkey, this cosmic horror experience is equal parts terrifying and liberating with its grotesque creature and large, open maps to explore.
January 9, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Bringing Van Gogh to life: How VR could redefine the way we experience art and culture
Tampa crowds are currently sailing underneath Vincent van Gogh's twinkling "Starry Night" and drifting through his golden "Wheat Fields" in the 360-degree digital art exhibition, "Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience." The ongoing popularity of this award-winning attraction begs the question: Is virtual cultural tourism the new frontier in arts enrichment?
January 8, 2026 — Source

CES 2026 hands-on: Xreal's world-first 240 Hz AR smart glasses made my jaw drop
I've seen a lot of cool products at CES, but Xreal has the coolest demo I've seen yet.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Hands-On: ArtQuest VR Explores What Makes A Good Museum
What entices someone to visit a virtual museum rather than a physical one? ArtQuest VR might have an answer.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Meta Glasses Get 'Conversation Focus' Early Access
Meta is rolling out the Conversation Focus feature to the Early Access program of its smart glasses in the US & Canada.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Meta Waveguide Provider Claims "world's first" 70° FoV Waveguide
Lumus, the company that developed the waveguide optic used in Meta's Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, says it has achieved a 70° field-of-view in a new design revealed this week at CES 2026. This conveniently matches the 70° field-of-view that Meta achieved in its 'Orion' prototype, but only with the use of novel materials.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Meta's Language Learning App for Quest Combines Mixed Reality and AI
Meta released an open source language learning app for Quest 3 that combines mixed reality passthrough and AI-powered object recognition.
January 9, 2026 — Source

This Ludicrously Light Headset Restored My Passion for VR
Pimax's Dream Air weighs less than my iPhone 17 and somehow has a micro OLED display with an 8K resolution.
January 9, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 8th, 2026

Best laptop stands for Apple MacBook Pro and MacBook Air 2026
Your MacBook doesn't have to sit flat on your desk. Try to keep the screen at eye level, to reduce neck strain, or hold the laptop in a special stand that keeps your desk tidy and MacBook plugged in nearby.
January 8, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: These 7 smart glasses caught our eye - and you can buy this pair now
What's more futuristic and innovative than technology you wear on your face? These are our top picks at this year's show.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Handwriting is my new favorite way to text with the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses
Finally, a discreet way to respond to messages.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Logitech's Mac apps broke because their own security certificate expired
"We dropped the ball here. This is an inexcusable mistake."
January 8, 2026 — Source

New Reference Design From Key Manufacturer Shows What to Expect From MR Headsets in 2026
A Chinese company which mass produces many of the best known headsets in the industry has shared a new compact MR headset reference design which sets expectations for 2026.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Panasonic Ends Collaboration with Shiftall on MeganeX Series VR Headsets
Shiftall, the Japan-based VR hardware startup, is no longer working with Panasonic on its MeganeX series of thin and light PC VR headsets.
January 8, 2026 — Source

'UNDERDOGS' PSVR 2 Port Won't Get Multiplayer Due to Low Player Numbers
UNDERDOGS (2024) landed on PSVR 2 back in March 2025, making the popular physics-based mech brawler available across all major VR headsets. While the game is slated to get full multiplayer support on Quest and SteamVR, PSVR 2 owners won't be so lucky.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — January 7th, 2026

ASUS and XREAL teamed up at CES to make gaming smartglasses with two important upgrades
They feature a speedy 240Hz refresh rate and a new dock for connecting consoles and PCs.
January 7, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: These 7 smart glasses caught our eye - and you can buy this pair now
What's more futuristic and innovative than technology you wear on your face? These are our top picks at this year's show.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Gaming specs with impressive specs - Asus's new gaming glasses have fun ideas, but I'd much rather see them in a VR headset
Dude, you have a screen right there on your desk
January 7, 2026 — Source

Google Extends Hardware Partnership with XREAL, Positioning AR Glasses Maker as Android XR Leader
Google announced a multiyear extension to its partnership with AR glasses maker XREAL, positioning it as a lead hardware partner for the Android XR ecosystem.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Google is betting on Xreal to make Android XR glasses mainstream
Google and Xreal have taken their close relationship to the next level with a multi-year partnership. Xreal is now the main hardware partner for Google's new Android XR ecosystem.
January 7, 2026 — Source

I Just Saw the Wireless Body-Transmitting Network That My Future Wearables Need
Ixana's Wi-R network could help smart glasses stream more reliably to other connected wearables. After seeing a few demos at CES, I'm eager to learn more.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo just teased its vision for everyday AI glasses at CES 2026
Lightweight frames, built-in cameras, and an AI assistant quietly working in the background.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Meta Pauses International Release of Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses
Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses seem to be selling too well, as the company announced it's delaying the international rollout of its first display-clad smart glasses.
January 7, 2026 — Source

New ASUS Gaming Glasses Pair a 171-Inch, 240Hz Virtual Screen With Your Favorite Console
New ASUS Gaming Glasses Pair a 171-Inch, 240Hz Virtual Screen With Your Favorite Console
January 7, 2026 — Source

Pimax Dream Air Begins Shipping in "small batches" With Temporary Headstrap
After multiple delays, Pimax has finally begun shipping its next PC VR headset, albeit in "small batches," which arrive with a fabric headstrap—something of a temporary solution until the company can ship out its official headstrap.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Rokid Launches the World's First Open AI Ecosystem Smart Glasses at CES
Rokid, a global pioneer in human-computer interaction and AI-powered eyewear, today unveils Rokid Ai Glasses Style at CES 2026. Style is a display-free, voice-centric AI glasses built for all-day wear, combining an open AI ecosystem, prescription-first design, dual-chip architecture, and a strong commitment to global accessibility.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Self-powered eye tracker harnesses energy from blinking and is as comfortable as everyday glasses
Assistive devices that enable those who can no longer move their bodies to control wheelchairs or communicate by moving only their eyes function by using eye-tracking technologies, but these technologies often have limitations due to their size and weight.
January 7, 2026 — Source

This haptic wristband pairs with Meta smart glasses to decode facial expressions
Hapware's Aleye is trying to unlock new levels of communication for people who are blind.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Xgimi's New AI-First Smart Glasses Will Come in Three Tiers
All three feature multiple AI assistants.
January 7, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 6th, 2026

After Ditching Meta Headset Plans, Asus Partners with XREAL on ROG AR Glasses with 240Hz Display
While the long-awaited Quest-style VR headset from Asus has been put on ice, the Taiwanese tech giant announced it has now partnered with XREAL on a pair of AR glasses for traditional gaming, which boast an impressive 240Hz refresh rate.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Asus ROG Enters Extended Reality With 240Hz Gaming Glasses
And yes, they do have RGB lighting.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Brelyon Shows XR Beyond Wearables With Acoustic Wings at CES 2026
Brelyon, an MIT spin-off innovating in computational displays, announced today at CES a new member of its Ultra Reality display line - a more compact, lower-priced model for 2026 called Ultra Reality Mini. This model features not only a headset-free immersive virtual image, but also a set of headphone-free acoustic wings that dampen ambient sound. The display creates vivid 55" images at 1 meter of optical depth, virtually rendered behind the monitor's 16" aperture.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Meta Adds Teleprompter to Ray-Ban Display Glasses, Pauses International Rollout
The people being spoken to won't know the speaker is using the feature, such is the technology hidden in the Ray-Ban Displays.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Meta has delayed the international rollout of its display glasses
The reason is 'unprecedented demand and limited inventory,' the company said.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Meta Hits Pause on a Key Plan for Ray-Ban Display Glasses
Still, it unveiled new features for the augmented reality glasses at CES 2026.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Meta is adding a teleprompter and virtual writing to its Ray-Ban Display glasses
Ray-Ban Display users will soon be able to reply to texts with hand gestures.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Meta Rolls Out Neural Band Handwriting Recognition, Delays International Plan
Meta is delaying the international roll-out for Ray-Ban Display Glasses with Neural Band while a handwriting feature arrives in the United States.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Meta's EMG wristband is moving beyond its AR glasses
The company showed off a concept with Garmin that brings the wrist-based controller inside cars.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Meta's Neural Band Can Now Let You Handwrite on Your Pants
An early access update is giving the bands the ability to scribble messages on your leg (or anywhere else) while wearing Ray-Ban Display glasses. I haven't tried it yet.
January 6, 2026 — Source

NBA Announces Full Schedule for Immersive Lakers Games on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro users are getting a good slate of immersive Lakers games this season starting this month, captured in 180 degree video.
January 6, 2026 — Source

RayNeo Debuts the World's First HDR10-enabled AR Glasses at CES 2026
RayNeo today announced that it will showcase the world's first HDR10-enabled AR glasses RayNeo Air 4 Pro at CES 2026. Combining cutting-edge optical technology with outstanding audio performance, Air 4 Pro delivers a private cinema-like experience in a lightweight, wearable form, highlighting RayNeo's continued innovation in multimedia consumption on the go.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Rokid's new AI glasses are a lighter, longer-recording answer to Meta Ray-Bans
CES 2026 just started in Las Vegas, but Rokid is already making waves with a radical move: smart glasses without a traditional microdisplay. While most companies are trying to fit displays into lenses, Rokid chose to focus on AI, camera features, and comfort for day-long comfort.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Solos AirGo V2 Glasses: Translate Text & ID Objects Hands-Free
At the ongoing CES 2026, Solos announced their new AirGo V2 smart glasses. They have a 16MP stabilized camera and support for multiple types of AI through SolosChat 3.0. The glasses, which start at $299, can translate text, find things, and stream live video without having to hold them. The device has a modular "SmartHinge" design and swappable battery temples. It is meant for practical uses, such as business workflows and technology that helps blind people.
January 6, 2026 — Source

'That's the future for us -- making these waveguides thinner, lighter, and easier to produce' -- Lumus offers a glimpse at the future of AR glasses
Lumus unveils the next generation of AR lenses at CES 2026
January 6, 2026 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2026.01.06): Best of 2025, and opensource headset, and more!
Welcome to 2026 in XR! I wish this will be a wonderful year for you all!
January 6, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 5th, 2026

Apple Immersive Lakers Schedule Reserves Live NBA Games For Local Viewers
Apple revealed six upcoming Lakers games broadcasting live in Apple Immersive format to local Vision Pro owners.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Apple Pulls Back on Vision Pro as $3,500 Headset Struggles to Attract Buyers
The headset now captures under 9% of the virtual reality market.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Asus ROG and Xreal partner to deliver gaming-optimized AR glasses — 240 Hz Micro-LEDs with a 171-inch virtual viewing area
The mission to boost refresh rates extends to AR glasses
January 5, 2026 — Source

ASUS ROG XREAL R1 AR Gaming Glasses Give You A 171 Inch 240 Hz Gaming Experience
ASUS Republic of Gamers today announced the ROG XREAL R1, the world's first 240 Hz micro-OLED FHD (1920 x 1080) gaming glasses, featuring the ROG Control Dock for extensive connectivity and compatibility with PCs and consoles. ROG constantly pushes the boundaries of gaming display technology—from 15-inch portable screens to 65-inch monitors—creating a comprehensive lineup that meets every gamer's needs, from desktop setups to on-the-go play with the ROG Ally handheld.
January 5, 2026 — Source

ASUS ROG XREAL R1 AR Glasses Brings A Floating 171" 240Hz Display For Gaming Bliss
After collaborating with Microsoft on the ASUS ROG XREAL R1 AR Glasses Brings A Floating 171" 240Hz Display For Gaming Bliss
After collaborating with Microsoft on the ROG Xbox Ally X and Ally, ASUS is now teaming up with XREAL to launch a pair of AR glasses that seamlessly connects with the handheld with "zero setup" to deliver a massive floating display. The new ROG XREAL R1 glasses also come with the promise of easy syncing with PCs and handhelds in general, as well as game consoles.
January 5, 2026 — Source

" target="new" class="RM1">ROG Xbox Ally X and Ally, ASUS is now teaming up with XREAL to launch a pair of AR glasses that seamlessly connects with the handheld with "zero setup" to deliver a massive floating display. The new ROG XREAL R1 glasses also come with the promise of easy syncing with PCs and handhelds in general, as well as game consoles.
January 5, 2026 — Source

ASUS ROG XREAL R1 AR Glasses Target Big-Screen Gaming Anywhere
ASUS has introduced the ROG XREAL R1, a wearable AR display designed to deliver a large-screen gaming experience without the need for a physical monitor. Developed in partnership with XREAL, the product is aimed at PC, console, and handheld gaming users who want a portable and space-efficient display solution. The ROG XREAL R1 uses micro-OLED panels with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 per eye and supports refresh rates of up to 240 Hz. According to ASUS, the field of view creates the impression of a large virtual display positioned several meters in front of the user, replicating the experience of gaming on a large television or projector. This makes the glasses suitable for both gaming and media consumption.
January 5, 2026 — Source

ASUS unveils ROG XREAL R1 AR gaming glasses offering 171-inch virtual screen for handhelds, PCs and consoles
ASUS is bringing XREAL-branded AR gaming glasses to CES with the ROG XREAL R1. ASUS says the glasses use a 240Hz micro-OLED display with FHD (1920×1080) resolution, aimed at turning a PC, console, or handheld into a large virtual screen.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Asymmetric PC versus VR Game 'Panoptic' is Getting a Sequel with 1v4 Multiplayer and Quest Support
Panoptic (2020) is an innovative 'PC versus VR' game that plays out like a game of 1v1 hide-and-seek, with one VR player seeking out a flatscreen PC player who tries to blend into the crowd. Now the studio behind the game has announced Panoptic II and says it plans to expand the game with up to 1v4 multiplayer and make the game more widely accessible with support for Quest 3 and mobile devices.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Darshan Shankar Reflects On 10 Years Of Bigscreen Beta As Beyond 2 Production Ramps
Bigscreen founder Darshan Shankar believes Beyond headsets could be among the top five systems in use on Steam in the next few years.
January 5, 2026 — Source

TCL's New Display Glasses Are the First I've Seen With HDR, and the View Is Vivid
I beamed some super-bright displays in my eyes at CES 2026. Also, TCL's experimenting with eSIMs in its other standalone AR glasses.
January 5, 2026 — Source

The Cyberdeck: How Personal Computing Enters VR
William Gibson's 1984 novel Neuromancer describes jacking into "the consensual hallucination" of "the matrix" with a "custom cyberspace deck" projecting one's "disembodied consciousness" there. The hardware necessary to spend time in VR is a "cyberspace deck" seen "banging against" the hip of the main character.
January 5, 2026 — Source

'VRChat' Breaks Concurrent User Record on New Year's Eve
VRChat's head of community says the popular social VR platform set a new concurrent user record over the New Year's Eve celebrations.
January 5, 2026 — Source

XREAL 1S: Better AR Glasses With Brighter Screens & Lower Price
Announced at CES 2026 for $449, the XREAL 1S brings 1,200p Micro-OLED displays with 700 nits of brightness and the X1 chip that lets you switch from 2D to 3D instantly. The optional Neo hub ($99 now, $119 later) adds a 10,000mAh battery and lets the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck stream games at 1080p/120Hz without needing docking stations.
January 5, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 2nd, 2026

Apple slashes Vision Pro production and marketing due to weak sales
Apple's ambitious foray into spatial computing with the $3,499 Vision Pro headset has hit significant roadblocks, as the company sharply reduces production and marketing efforts amid disappointing sales. High prices, a limited app ecosystem, comfort complaints, and short battery life have hindered mass adoption, underscoring the challenges of turning cutting-edge mixed-reality hardware into a mainstream success.
January 2, 2026 — Source

M5 Vision Pro launch likely made minimal sales impact: report
Apple launched a brand new M5 Vision Pro update last fall, but according to a new report, it may have had little impact on struggling Vision Pro sales.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Pickle AR Glasses seem to promise a real-life version of Jarvis. The internet is skeptical.
AI-powered AR glasses that are too good to be true?
January 2, 2026 — Source

Report: Apple Vision Pro Is Still Failing to Catch On
Data from IDC claims that Apple shipped 390,000 Vision Pro units in 2024. IDC expected Apple to ship just 45,000 new Vision Pro units in the latest quarter of 2025. The Financial Times stressed that this compares to millions of iPhones, iPads and MacBooks sold each quarter. Luxshare, the Vision Pro's assembler, apparently halted production of the headset at the start of 2025.
January 2, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 1ST, 2026

Apple Vision Pro's Future Could Be In Big Trouble As Production Stalls
After all the chatter about a follow-up version of Apple's Vision Pro headset, as well as a possible cheaper variant, it's suddenly looking like the company's VR headset could end up as little more than a footnote. We're not there yet, though Apple is reportedly pulling back on its efforts to procure more shipments and market its pricey gadget as sales continue to flounder.
January 1, 2026 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 25th, 2025

Best PC VR Games: 25 Titles On Steam And Oculus - Winter 2025
Need to find the best PC VR games on Steam, Rift, and Viveport? We've got you covered with our top 25 list.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Top 25 Best Meta Quest 3 & 3S Games - Winter 2025
Want the best Meta Quest 3 and 3S games? Here are our top 25 picks available now.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Top 25 Best PlayStation VR2 Games -- Winter 2025
After the best PlayStation VR2 games? Here are our recommendations for the top 25 best PS VR2 games on the PS5 VR headset.
December 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 20th, 2025

Here's why HBM is coming for your PC's RAM — HBM consumes around three times the wafer capacity of DDR5 per gigabyte, as AI supercharges demand for chips and advanced packaging
Surging prices, diverted wafer capacity, and multi-year delays in relief are pushing memory out of reach for consumers.
December 20, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 19th, 2025

AI Breakthroughs, Our Most Advanced Glasses, and More: Meta's 2025 Highlights
As 2025 comes to a close, we're looking back at some of our biggest moments of the year. We shared our vision for personal superintelligence, broke ground on cutting-edge AI data centers, strengthened protections for teens, launched products enjoyed by billions of people, and more.
December 19, 2025 — Source

As a fan of stealth classics like Metal Gear Solid and Splinter Cell, I couldn't be happier with these two new Meta Quest games
Thief VR and Espire MR Missions channel classic gameplay concepts while showcasing the unique nature of VR gaming.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Iron Rebellion Prepares For The Future With Foundations Update
Iron Rebellion prepares for the future with today's update, giving the multiplayer VR mech game overhauled AI units, new modes, and more.
December 19, 2025 — Source

On Point Gets Major Revamp With VR Arcade Shooter's Full Release
On Point, an arcade shooter inspired by WarioWare, gets new game modes and more with its full release on Quest and PC VR.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Titanic: Echoes From The Past Is A Memorable Free-Roam VR Experience In New York
A free-roam immersive VR installation in New York City explores the wreck of the RMS Titanic in 1912.
December 19, 2025 — Source

VR isn't dead, and 2025 has only proven how ridiculous those claims continue to be. That, and XR glasses have finally found their mojo
A record number of new VR headsets were announced, smart glasses truly became a breakout category, and things continue to look up for XR.
December 19, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 15th, 2025

Asymmetrical Co-op Game 'VR Giants' Comes to Quest with PC Cross-play & Free Friend Pass
Asymmetric VR games are a rare but wonderful treat, especially those which let you play with non-VR friends. The newly released VR Giants not only lets you play with a non-VR friend, but thanks to the 'Friend Pass' feature, your friend plays for free with only one copy of the game between the two of you.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Banners & Bastions Enters Full Release On Quest
Mixed reality tactical roguelite Banners & Bastions is out now on Quest.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Disney+ Brings a Massive Catalog of Entertainment Content to Meta Quest Today in the US
Watch hit movies like Freakier Friday, Original series like Andor, classic films, throwback TV shows, fan favorites like The Simpsons, and so much more. From watching holiday classics like Home Alone to a Marvel movie marathon, there's always something new to discover.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Google Unveils New Tools and Libraries for Building AI Glasses Apps
With the release of the Android XR SDK Developer Preview 3, Google has introduced two new libraries to help developers create AI Glasses experiences, Jetpack Projected and Jetpack Compose Glimmer. ARCore for Jetpack XR has also been expanded to work with AI Glasses, adding motion tracking and geospatial capabilities.
December 15, 2025 — Source

I got an early demo of AI smart glasses with Gemini, and they're almost too ambitious
The color display and integrated AI make a compelling product, but these glasses have some things to solve before I can recommend them.
December 15, 2025 — Source

[Industry Direct] Free-to-Play Elemental VR Arena 'Crystal Conquest' Launches in Early Access
Crystal Conquest is our free-to-play elemental class battler now available on Meta Quest. Players can step into various classes and roles to battle it out! Aeromancers fly, Geomancers control space with stone and impact, Hydromancers heal allies and extinguish attacks, Pyromancers pressure with decisive burst damage and more.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta CTO Responds To The Speculation: "VR Is Not Dead"
Meta's CTO has responded to speculation of VR being "dead" at the company.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses will get virtual handwriting, IG Reels support in 2026
EMG handwriting is coming "soon," and Instagram Reels are coming to the display glasses too.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Quest Now Has A Disney+ App With Downloads & Dolby Atmos
Quest headsets now have an official Disney+ app, with support for downloads and Dolby Atmos immersive audio.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 vs Display: Which AI Smart Glasses Should You Buy?
Imagine slipping on a pair of glasses that don't just enhance your vision but also amplify your world, seamlessly blending style, technology, and practicality. That's the promise of Meta's smart glasses lineup. But with two distinct models vying for attention, the Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2 and the Meta Display glasses—how do you decide which one truly fits your lifestyle?
December 15, 2025 — Source

VR Design Unpacked: The Best Shotguns in VR (and what makes them feel great)
Our series Inside XR Design highlights examples of great XR design. Today we're looking at shotguns in several different VR games to learn what makes them feel great in the player's hand. In doing so, we'll uncover the secret to making anything feel great in VR.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The XR Week Peek (2025.12.15): Google unveils Likeness and showcases Project Aura, Quest had a successful Black Friday, and more!
Back to Italy after my adventure at UnitedXR Europe, which has definitely been a good event for me. I met great people, tried interesting hardware, had meaningful conversations, and even had a few business talks! Plus in Bruxelles, I have eaten a lot of chocolate, and this is fundamental to keep me happy. At the Snap booth, they have even gifted me a full chocolate tablet! Now I'm back in Italy, I got sick, but I'm still finding the energy to work and to inform you all about the most important XR news of the week!
December 15, 2025 — Source

Trip The Light Double Turns With A VR Dancing Sim On Quest
Developed by Dark Arts Software, Trip the Light is a dancing game that uses both fully immersive VR environments and mixed reality passthrough to see your own surroundings. First appearing last month on the wider Quest platform, the game lets you work with a digital partner to learn new dance routines, complete challenges, score points, and gradually build up combos.
December 15, 2025 — Source

visionOS 26.2 adds big change for using Apple Vision Pro on the go
Last week Apple released feature-packed updates like iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and more. New features for visionOS 26.2 appeared minimal during the beta process, but it turns out, the update actually brought a big upgrade for using Apple Vision Pro on the go.
December 15, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 12th, 2025

1 Step Forward, 2 Backwards: Apple Now Faces A Swiss Antitrust Scrutiny As It Wins Some Reprieve In The US
Every time you think that Apple has reached the proverbial nadir in terms of global antitrust investigations, another emerges akin to a Russian babushka doll.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Apple Releases visionOS 26.2 With Travel Mode Updates
Apple today released visionOS 26.2, the second update to the visionOS 26 operating system that came out in September. visionOS 26.2 comes a month after the release of visionOS 26.1.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Source

Meta to Raise VR Headset Prices Amid Business Model Overhaul
Executives say the company will also ship new hardware at a slower pace to prioritize a high-quality software experience.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Oh Great, Smart Glasses That Record Everything You Say
It's just audio for now, but the Mira set an icky precedent for always-on recording in smart glasses.
December 12, 2025 — Source

The Google-Samsung AI glasses and Meta Ray-Bans sound remarkably similar, but Android XR could have three key advantages that will make it worth waiting for
Meta AI glasses have a huge lead for hardware and consumer awareness, but Gemini, photography, and wearables could give Google and Samsung an edge.
December 12, 2025 — Source

The Seamless Dream: Killing The VR Loading Screen
In games, nothing breaks player flow like a loading screen, and in virtual reality this problem is amplified tenfold. — Presence' or — immersion', the magical yet fragile feeling of — being there', is what makes VR so special. When a player is suddenly teleported out of a fantastical world and into a cold, black expanse with a solitary loading bar, the illusion is instantly shattered. Worse yet, unaccounted mini-loads can cause frame rate stutters and subsequent VR sickness.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow Review - A Brilliantly Fun, Imperfect Heist
As series go, Thief boasts quite the checkered history. Originally born of Looking Glass Studios, the first two entries are celebrated as helping pioneer the Immersive Sim genre. The latter was also Looking Glass' swansong. Then the next two entries were the fairly divisive Thief: Deadly Shadows (also Ion Storm's swansong) and Eidos Montreal's THIEF (2014), which left things uncertain if we'd ever see a return to Garrett's gloomy, snarkily charming world of steampunk thievery. Yet here we are with Maze Theory's Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow.
December 12, 2025 — Source

VITURE Luma Pro versus Ultra: The Only XR Glasses Compared
What if the future of immersive technology was already here, and it fit neatly on your face? The VITURE Luma Pro and Ultra XR glasses are not just another pair of extended reality devices, they're a bold leap forward in how we interact with digital content. With features like real-time 2D-to-3D conversion and adaptive electrochromic dimming, these glasses promise to redefine gaming, productivity, and entertainment. But here's the twist: while both models share a foundation of innovative innovation, their differences in brightness, tracking, and hardware capabilities make choosing between them a surprisingly nuanced decision. Are you ready to uncover which model gets it just right for your needs?
December 12, 2025 — Source

Youbiquo: an enterprise VR headset made in Italy
When going around the expo area at UnitedXR, I was pretty surprised to find a standalone headset proposed by an Italian company… especially because I'm Italian and I did not know anything about it before. The company is called Youbiquo, and the headset is called Leonardo XR, and I'm going to tell you a few words about it.
December 12, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 11th, 2025

Dimensional Double Shift Gets Solo Mode & Samsung Galaxy XR Launch
Dimensional Double Shift is out now on Samsung Galaxy XR, coinciding with the game's "largest update ever."
December 11, 2025 — Source

Free-to-Play Version of Asymmetrical Multiplayer Horror Game, 'BlackGate,' is Now Live on Quest
BlackGate, the zero-gravity 4v1 multiplayer game from Fun Train and VR Monkey, is rolling out a major free-to-play update today giving every Quest player a chance to jump in and experience its movement, teamwork, and tension firsthand in fast-paced multiplayer matches. If Among Us and Dead by Daylight had an alien baby in zero-gravity, this is pretty much what you'd get.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Google is Rolling out Photorealistic 'Likeness' Avatars on Android XR to Compete with Apple's 'Personas'
Google is starting to roll out new photorealistic avatars which they call "Likeness". Similar to Apple's Personas, Likeness avatars are generated by scanning a user's face, then animated it with input from the sensors on a headset. The avatars can be used to represent the user in video call apps, but Google doesn't yet have a way to have spatial meetings with other Likeness avatars.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Meta Lab Adds New Ephemeral Boutique in Honolulu
Aloha! We're opening our first Meta Lab ephemeral boutique today at the Ala Moana Center in Honolulu where people will be able to purchase and get hands-on demos of all our AI glasses, including Ray-Ban Meta, Oakley Meta HSTN, and Oakley Meta Vanguard. The space will be open every day from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm HT during normal operating hours. The Ala Moana Center is located at 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Hawaii.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Multiplayer Racer Boom Karts Supports VR & Mobile Crossplay
Free-to-play multiplayer racer Boom Karts VR is out now on Quest, supporting crossplay with the mobile edition.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pocket Lands Crafts Miniature Worlds In Early Access Today On Quest
Pocket Lands, a mixed reality sandbox game where you can create miniature worlds, is out now in early access on Quest.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Rumor Replay: AirTag 2, iPhone 18 upgrade, Studio Display 2
This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: iPhone 18's Face ID upgrade, AirTag 2 rumors, the latest on Apple's new Studio Display, and more.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Sorry, Smart Glasses Will Not Save You From Your Phone
Say "distraction-free" one more time, I dare you.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Stone Age Survival: 'Neolithic Dawn' Launches on Meta Quest
The Stone Age — a time of great danger and a time of great change. An era where the right piece of obsidian, wielded wisely, can tilt the balance of power, giving humanity an edge against the dire wolves and other fearsome foes that lurk in the wilderness. Do you have what it takes to survive?
December 11, 2025 — Source

Synthwave Courier Sim Transmission: Shortwave Is Out Now On Quest
Transmission: Shortwave, a casual VR delivery driving sim set in a retro-futuristic Great Britain, is now available on Quest.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — December 5th, 2025

Alliance Tales: Battle For The Frontier Builds On Alliance Peacefighter's Universe
Alliance Tales: Battle for the Frontier is a standalone mission pack in the Alliance Peacefighter universe, and it's heading for PC VR in Q1 2026.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Apple Design Lead Heads to Meta, Hopefully to Fix Longstanding Quest UX Issues
Apple's Vice President of Human Interface design, Alan Dye, is leaving the company to lead a new studio within Meta's Reality Labs division. The move appears to be aimed at raising the bar on the user experience of Meta's glasses and headsets.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Automa Aims For Half-Life: Alyx Vibes Standalone On Quest
A forthcoming title from the creators of The Brookhaven Experiment goes for Half-Life: Alyx vibes in standalone VR.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Banners & Bastions Enters Full Release On Quest
Mixed reality tactical roguelite Banners & Bastions is out now on Quest.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Birdseed VR Confirms Full Release Window On Quest & Steam
Birdseed VR targets a March 2026 launch for the free-to-play birdwatching sim on Quest and Steam.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Coatsink Reveals Its Next VR Project, Skytail
Skytail looks like an adorable adventure game, and it's coming to Quest soon.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Dread Meridian Reveals Multiplayer Mode Before January Launch
Upcoming VR horror game Dread Meridian is getting a multiplayer mode alongside its solo campaign with next month's launch.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Guardians Planetfall Could Be VR's Answer To Helldivers 2
Guardians Planetfall looks like VR's answer to Helldivers 2, bringing a new squad-based shooter to Quest 3 and PC VR next year in early access.
December 5, 2025 — Source

How Meta's Collaborative Ads Are Fueling Quick Commerce Boom In India
Quick commerce is rapidly becoming a mainstream shopping behaviour in India, contributing nearly two-thirds of all online grocery orders. We are seeing adoption accelerate especially in smaller cities, where the segment is growing at 8--9% annually. With 45% of festive shopping now happening on quick commerce platforms, we have introduced the CPAS Playbook for Retail & Quick Commerce in India in collaboration with WPP India. The Playbook outlines how consumer journeys are shifting from planned purchases to instant, inspiration-led buying, and how brands can connect discovery to real, measurable sales in this fast-evolving landscape.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Interview: Everything You Need to Know About 'Super Strike,' Out Now in Horizon for Quest and Mobile
Get ready to lock and load with Super Strike, the competitive team-based arcade shooter from developer OURO Interactive now available in Meta Horizon. Super Strike is entirely free-to-play and features cross-play support across mobile, desktop, and VR players for seamless, intense action.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Learn To Draw Alice's Adventures In Wonderland In Pencil On Quest
For the artists who make Walkabout Mini Golf, the path to virtual reality often begins with a pencil and paper to sketch out their ideas before jumping into Gravity Sketch for spatial building.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Men In Black: Most Wanted Review - Quest 3 Makes This Suit Look Good
Men In Black: Most Wanted, the latest pop culture IP to make its way to VR, mostly succeeds by remembering that a recognizable franchise means nothing without good gameplay to back it up.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Mixed Reality Block Breaker Cues Gets Creator Mode Today
Mixed reality block breaker Cues gets a new Creator Mode in today's free update.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Narrative Puzzler Echoes of Mora Heads To Steam Next Year
Underwater puzzler Echoes of Mora is launching on SteamVR next year.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Norse-Inspired Soulslike Crossings Gets Quest & PC VR Release Date
Norse-inspired soulslike Crossings will launch on Quest and Steam later this month.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Pirates VR: Jolly Roger Sets Sail Next Month On Quest 3
Pirates VR: Jolly Roger finds a new destination with next month's launch on Quest 3 and 3S.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Puzzles Of The World Will Launch In Early Access Next Month
Puzzles of the World is an immersive puzzle game launching in Early Access on Quest next month.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Sol Protocol Is A Co-op Roguelike Heading To Quest & PC VR
Sol Protocol is a co-op roguelike coming to Quest early next year, and you can sign up for the closed alpha tests today.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Stellar Cafe Serves Up A Release Date On Quest
Stellar Cafe, a game built around voice-first input and unscripted AI conversations with NPCs, arrives next week on Quest.
December 5, 2025 — Source

VR Roguelite Street Gods Smashes Through New York Soon On Quest 3
VR roguelite Street Gods will launch in two weeks on Quest 3 and 3S.
December 5, 2025 — Source

VR Sci-Fi Shooter Exoshock Is Getting A Flatscreen Mode
Exoshock released a new gameplay trailer, confirming the VR co-op shooter will get an optional flatscreen mode.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Zuckerberg's metaverse dream is collapsing after billions in losses
With about $75 billion burned, Meta will redirect spending to AI
December 5, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 3rd, 2025

Gran Turismo 7 Gets Free Spec III Update & New DLC Tomorrow
Gran Turismo 7 launches its free Spec III update and the Power Pack DLC tomorrow on PS5 and PlayStation VR2.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Hello Kitty Skyland Gets Early Access Release Date On Quest
Hello Kitty Skyland, a free-to-play social VR experience based on Sanrio's iconic mascot, enters early access later this month on Quest.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft Teams Now Supports Immersive Metaverse Meetings
The Metaverse-style meetings offer 3D avatars, spatial audio, and customizable virtual environments for hybrid teams.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

These Meta Oakley Vanguard rivals have effectively replaced my smartwatch (and are cheaper)
Engo's new Vive smart glasses have high contrast lenses, software enhancements, and a wraparound design.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Walkabout Mini Golf Creator Lucas Martell Makes A Sandbox For Artists To Play Inside
During a recent trip to New York, Walkabout Mini Golf game director Lucas Martell sat down with me as well as some fans and students for an in-depth Q&A session.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Why Apple Glasses Could Be the Biggest Launch Since the iPhone
For years, the technology world has looked toward Cupertino for the "next iPhone"—a device that would fundamentally alter our relationship with the digital world. For a brief moment, it appeared that the device might be the Apple Vision Pro. However, as we move through 2025, a different narrative has emerged from the supply chain and industry analysts. The future isn't a ski-goggle headset; it is a discreet, lightweight pair of spectacles powered by Apple Intelligence.
December 3, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 30th, 2025

Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked Will Redesign Hirelings System
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked will update the Hirelings system so they can also level up during campaigns.
November 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Inmo Air 3 or RayNeo X3 Pro: Pick the Right Smart Glasses
What if your next pair of glasses could do more than just improve your vision? Imagine navigating a bustling city with turn-by-turn directions displayed right in your line of sight or capturing high-quality photos without reaching for your phone. Welcome to the world of smart glasses, where innovative technology meets everyday convenience. In the spotlight today are two standout contenders: the Inmo Air 3 and the RayNeo X3 Pro smart glasses. These devices promise to redefine how we interact with the digital and physical worlds, but their approaches couldn't be more different.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Sweet Surrender: A PlayStation VR2 Post-Mortem
Yacine Salmi is the founder of Salmi Games, the Munich-based studio behind Sweet Surrender. He works across design, tech and production, with a focus on VR-first gameplay and building for longevity. Here's his breakdown of what they learned, what surprised them, and what they'll be doing differently next time.
November 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — November 29th, 2025

New VR Games & Releases December 2025: Quest, SteamVR & PlayStation VR2
From Thief VR to Men in Black, there's still a few new VR games left before 2025 ends. Here are our December highlights on Quest, Steam, and PS VR2.
November 29, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 26th, 2025

Ars Technica reviews Apple's M5 Vision Pro: 'Hope Apple keeps working on it'
Nearly two years after its ambitious debut, Apple's Vision Pro headset has received a subtle yet significant refresh with the M5 chip, promising smoother performance and incremental comfort tweaks. But as Ars Technica's latest deep dive explores, does this update finally unlock the spatial computing revolution—or is it a poignant reminder of the device's persistent hurdles in content, adoption, and everyday appeal?
November 23, 2025 — Source

Beat Saber OST 8 Adds Six Free Songs Today On Quest
Beat Saber receives six free songs with OST 8 on Quest, though the PC VR launch is delayed due to a "serious technical issue."
November 23, 2025 — Source

Becca Farsace had Apple Vision Pro replace her other screens for a month
YouTuber Becca Farsace has posted a new video documenting her experience using the M5 Apple Vision Pro to replace all her other non-smartphone screens for a month. Here's how it went.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Defeat Your AI Overlords in 'Of Lies and Rain' on Meta Quest
When the developers at Castello Inc (the makers of ARK and ADE) set out to make Of Lies and Rain, they wanted to create something that players could fall into. Inspired by the dark cyberpunk movies of the '80s and '90s, they envisioned a narrative-driven adventure that would suck people into their grim neon world where nothing can be trusted and the remnants of humanity must fight for survival in the face of killer robots and AI overlords. For them, there was no other way to create an immersive story like this besides VR.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Hotel Infinity Started As Manifold Garden In VR
If you're looking for a wow-inducing VR experience, Hotel Infinity from the makers of Manifold Garden is one to make space for.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

How I succeeded at Slush as an XR entrepreneur
Last week, I was in Finland and, for the first time in my life, I attended Slush, one of the most important events in Europe for entrepreneurs. In this post, I'll share my experience with it, the life lessons I've learned, and offer you some valuable advice if you want to attend this event for your business, too.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Pico Reportedly Releasing Vision Pro Competitor in 2026 with Self-developed Chip
Zhenyuan Yang, Vice President of Technology at Pico parent company ByteDance, reportedly revealed plans for Pico's next XR headset, which is said to sport a self-developed display chip and 4,000 PPI microOLED display.
November 23, 2025 — Source

The Midnight Walk Will Get Physical Edition On PS VR2
Claymation adventure The Midnight Walk will receive a physical edition on PS5 and PlayStation VR2.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro M5 review: It's time for Apple to make some tough choices
A state of the union from someone who actually sort of uses the thing.
November 23, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 22nd, 2025

Inmo Air 3 versus Viture Luma Ultra: Which Smart Glasses Truly Fit Your Life?
What if your next pair of glasses could do more than just correct your vision or shield your eyes from the sun? Imagine lightweight eyewear that lets you record your surroundings, interact with virtual objects, or even game on a massive virtual screen, all without needing a bulky headset or additional devices. The rise of standalone smart glasses has turned this vision into reality, and two standout contenders are vying for your attention: the Inmo Air 3 and the Viture Luma Ultra + Neckband.
November 21, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 21st, 2025

First large-scale VR use in the classroom extends the boundaries of education
Waterloo researchers piloted the first large-scale VR-centered 3D design class in Canada, exploring VR's potential to enrich the student experience and future careers.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Little Planet Is An Adorable Social Simulator That Evokes Animal Crossing
Little Planet allows you to become a city planner and socialite on a world of your own making, and it recently went free-to-play on Quest.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Roboquest VR Review: An Instant Classic
Roboquest VR takes an already exhilarating FPS roguelite to deliver a near-flawless adaptation, becoming one of my new favorite games to experience in a VR headset.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Study describes how K-12 teachers used a virtual environment to explore mathematical concepts
When Old Town High School Math Teacher Kristen Thompson uses TriO—a virtual reality environment developed by researchers at the University of Maine—she envisions a scenario that every teacher dreams about for their students: constant collaboration.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Tracked: Shoot To Survive Gets Visual Upgrades In First Patch
Tracked: Shoot to Survive released its first patch with visual upgrades and new features.
November 21, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 20th, 2025

Apple Vision Air Launch Plans Hit A Major Snag As Samsung No Longer Developing Key Component For The Low-Cost Headset
The new M5 Vision Pro will garner the same subpar reception as its direct predecessor, with one of the factors hindering its growth being its exorbitant price tag. Apple hasn't backed down from the $3,499 figure that it has stamped on its second-generation premium headset, meaning that the only way one can get an affordable head-mounted wearable is if the company focuses on launching the Vision Air. There was a glimpse of hope in this regard, as the low-cost device was reportedly slated to arrive in 2027.
November 20, 2025 — Source

AR startup Viture is stealthily working on new AI glasses
Meta's Ray-Ban Display glasses may be getting some competition from a company that has been building visor-style AR glasses.
November 20, 2025 — Source

How AI Glasses Are Empowering People With Disabilities
We're proud to build cutting-edge, wearable technology that empowers people with disabilities to perform daily tasks with more independence. Our AI glasses -- Ray-Ban Meta, Oakley Meta Vanguard, and Meta Ray-Ban Display -- allow for hands-free support so you can make phone calls, send text messages, translate speech, and capture photos and videos, all by the sound of your voice.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Leaked details on Samsung's XR Smart Glasses: Transition lenses & built-in camera
Could give Meta's new smartglasses a good fight.
November 20, 2025 — Source

M5 Apple Vision Pro Launches in Korea and Taiwan on November 28
Apple has announced pre-orders are now open for the Vision Pro with M5 chip and Dual Knit Band in Korea and Taiwan, preceding a launch in both countries on Friday, November 28.
November 20, 2025 — Source

M5 Vision Pro goes on sale in two more countries as gradual global rollout continues
Like its predecessor, the M5 Vision Pro is currently only available in a limited number of countries. Apple just added two more to the roster as it opened pre-orders in Korea and Taiwan.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Meta Quest 3 vs Valve Steam Frame: Which VR Headset Wins?
Imagine stepping into a world where the boundaries of reality blur, where vibrant landscapes and heart-pounding adventures unfold right before your eyes. Virtual reality has evolved from a niche curiosity to a mainstream phenomenon, and at the forefront of this revolution are two titans: the Meta Quest 3 and the Steam Frame. But here's the catch, while both promise innovative experiences, they cater to vastly different audiences. Whether you're a casual gamer seeking standalone simplicity or a PC VR enthusiast chasing uncompromising performance, the choice between these two headsets could redefine how you experience the virtual realm.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Samsung Follows Apple Into The AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Race
Samsung is reportedly following Apple's lead in giving Meta some much-needed competition in the AI-enabled smart glasses sphere, with two successive versions set to come out in 2026 and 2027, respectively.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Steam Frame's Modular Design: "I Don't Think It's Been Done Before"
A couple weeks ago, fully reclined horizontally on a couch at Valve HQ, I watched a video streaming from the web via a virtual browser window floating in the open air of Linux.
November 20, 2025 — Source

This Steam VR game comes with the Android version for free
An update to Walkabout Mini Golf pushed the Android APK file to PC gamers. It's being speculated that it's a preparatory action for the ARM-based Steam Frame headset.
November 20, 2025 — Source

'Thrill of the Fight 2' Exits Early Access on Quest, Bringing Single and Multiplayer Boxing Action
Halfbrick Studios and series creator Ian Fitz just released The Thrill of the Fight 2 out of early access on Quest, bringing with it a new single player campaign.
November 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — November 14th, 2025

Deity Simulator How To God Arrives In Early Access Next Month
How to God, the deity-themed sandbox experience, launches in Early Access next month on Quest.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Lynx's New Headset Won't Run Android XR, But Will Have Widest Standalone FOV
Lynx says its next headset won't run Android XR, as Google "terminated" its agreement, but will have by far the widest FOV of any standalone.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Smash Drums Celebrates Four Years On Quest With Free Campaign Update
Smash Drums is introducing a new single-player campaign in early access today with missions, RPG-like progression, and fresh in-game rewards.
November 14, 2025 — Source

General — Nanotechnology — November 14th, 2025

Controlling triple quantum dots in a zinc oxide semiconductor
Quantum computers have the potential to solve certain calculations exponentially faster than a classic computer could, but more research is desperately needed to make their practical use a reality. Quantum computers use a basic unit of information called quantum bits (qubits) to run—like how classical computers use a binary system of 0s and 1s, but with many more possibilities.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Just 2 % Silver Turns ZnO Nanoparticles into Impressively Responsive Hydrogen Sensor
A simple tweak to zinc oxide nanoparticles - adding just 2 % silver - has created one of the most responsive hydrogen sensors ever reported. Its fast, accurate detection could overhaul hydrogen safety systems across the industry.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Modular fluidics unlock coordinated soft robot motion
Multifunctional fluidic units generate coordinated motion and sensing in soft robots by combining actuation, switching, and oscillation in one module, reducing reliance on electronic control.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Scientists uncover hidden atomic process that supercharges propylene production
Breakthrough algorithms expose hidden atomic behaviors in catalysts.
November 14, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 13th, 2025

Become the Bullet Hell: 'Vampire Survivors VR' Out Now on Meta Quest
It's a funny thing about survival: One moment it's just you, your whip, and a knife against a legion of demons, holding onto a sliver of health as you try to find respite from the hordes. The next moment, you're hurling spinning scythes in every direction as lightning rains down on your enemies and you can barely see through the hail of holy fire that surrounds you on all sides.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I've tried several AI smart glasses (including Meta Ray-Bans) in 2025 - these are the most comfortable
The most interesting aspect of the latest Even Realities glasses may be their limitations.
November 13, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 9th, 2025

Ray-Ban Meta versus Xiaomi AI Smart Glasses: Which Pair Best For Your Life in 2026?
What if your eyewear could do more than just help you see or shield your eyes from the sun? Imagine a pair of glasses that could translate conversations in real-time, record high-quality videos, or even manage your social media interactions, all while looking effortlessly stylish. Enter the world of smart glasses, where two major players, Xiaomi and Ray-Ban, have taken radically different approaches to redefine what eyewear can do.
November 9, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 8th, 2025

Apple @ Work: How Apple Vision Pro is helping redefine accessibility through non-invasive brain-computer interfaces
Since its release, Apple Vision Pro has been discussed a lot in the context of entertainment and work, but its most meaningful long term use case might be happening in healthcare. A new clinical study from Cognixion is using Vision Pro to learn more about how people living with conditions such as ALS, spinal cord injuries, or stroke related impairments can communicate using a combination of brain signals, eye tracking, and AI.
November 8, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 7th, 2025

Constellations Offers Connect The Dots Stargazing In Early Access This December
Constellations: Touch the Stars lets you scan the night sky with a connect the dots experience.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Former Magic Leap Engineers Launch No-code AR Creation Platform, Aiming to Be 'Canva of AR'
Trace, a startup founded by former Magic Leap engineers, today announced the launch of a new augmented reality creation platform the company hopes will become the "Canva of AR".
November 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Real-Time Strategy Game Homeworld: Vast Reaches Heads For PC VR
Homeworld: Vast Reaches brings the real-time strategy game to SteamVR with upgraded visuals.
November 7, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 6th, 2025

Android Central and 9to5Google join forces to discuss the Galaxy XR, Android XR, and what it means for the future of VR and smart glasses
We chat about the launch of Galaxy XR, Android XR, the future of smart glasses, and much more with 9to5Google's Will Sattelberg.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Meta Display Glasses Apps: Every Built-In App Tested
What if your glasses could do more than just help you see? Imagine a world where your eyewear becomes your personal assistant, your entertainment hub, and your communication device, all without lifting a finger. The Meta Display Glasses aim to make this vision a reality, merging innovative technology with everyday convenience. From gesture-based controls to AI-powered assistance, these glasses promise to redefine how we interact with the digital world.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Meta Launches Dev Competition with $1.5M Prize Pool, Focusing on Casual & Social VR Content
Meta launched a new developer competition through its Horizon Start program, which could net eligible XR dev teams a good slice of its $1.5 million prize pool.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Display versus Wayfarer: Before You Buy $800 Smart Glasses
Have you ever wondered if innovative technology could seamlessly blend with timeless style? The world of smart glasses is evolving rapidly, and two standout contenders are vying for attention: the Meta Ray-Ban Display and the Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer. These models represent two distinct visions of what wearable tech can offer, one prioritizing advanced functionality and the other championing classic aesthetics. But with so many features to consider, from augmented reality capabilities to sleek design elements, how do you decide which pair is right for you?
November 6, 2025 — Source

The Galaxy XR 'opens new levels of immersion' and wants to be an entertainment powerhouse, but it can't get the job done properly until Google figures out spatial video
Spatial photo and video capture must become a standard on every Android phone.
November 6, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 5th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Nexus Joins Top 50 Best-Selling Quest Games of All Time
Assassin's Creed Nexus has joined the top 50 best-selling paid Quest games of all time, with Bonelab now in the top 10.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Cambridge & Meta Study Raises the Bar for 'Retinal Resolution' in XR
It's been a long-held assumption that the human eye is capable of detecting a maximum of 60 pixels per degree (PPD), which is commonly called 'retinal' resolution. Any more than that, and you'd be wasting pixels.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Disney and Fortnite show hints of budding metaverse with new Disneyland game
The partnership between Disney and Epic continues, this time with theme park-inspired minigames.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Laser Dance Early Access Review: The Mixed Reality Game Quest 3 Needs
A wizard arrives precisely when he means to this week with the early access release of Laser Dance in mixed reality.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Realize Music: Sing Relaunches The VR Self-Care Singing App Soon
Realize Music: Sing, a self-care singing app, relaunches next week on Quest.
November 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Samsung's Galaxy XR could expand to more countries in 2026
The Galaxy XR headset will reportedly expand beyond South Korea and the U.S., reaching more global markets in 2026.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Samsung's Galaxy XR Is Finally Expanding Beyond the U.S. — Here's Where It's Headed Next
Samsung's Galaxy XR headset is expanding beyond the U.S. and South Korea, with launches planned in Germany, France, Canada, and the UK in 2026. While fans were hoping for a second-generation model next year, this rollout suggests Samsung will focus on bringing the current $1,799 headset to more regions first.
November 5, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 31st, 2025

AI In Smart Glasses Is Missing the Point
Smart glassses have a lot to offer, but AI needs to get out of the way.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Halloween 2025: New VR Games & Seasonal Updates
Looking for new VR games this Halloween? Here's what we've found.
October 31, 2025 — Source

House of Golf VR: Par For The (Home) Course
House of Golf makes a golf wager: You don't need to leave the house for mini golf; you've already got all the obstacles and fun you need at home.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Mega Fireball Is A Mixed Reality Arcade Sports Game From Ex-Niantic Staff
Mega Fireball transforms your home into a blazing sports court, and it's out on Quest now.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Meta Reality Labs Revenue Up 74% As Retailers Stock Quest 3S For The Holidays
Reality Labs is the division of Meta responsible for Quest headsets and their Horizon OS, first party VR software like Horizon Worlds, the Ray-Ban and Oakley branded smart glasses, and the Meta Neural Band.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Oakley's New Meta HSTN Rx: Your Smart Prescription Glasses Are Here
The Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses, equipped with Gen 2 hardware, represent a notable step forward in wearable technology. With a focus on enhanced practicality and intelligent design, these glasses combine improved battery life, advanced camera functionality, and a suite of smart features. Whether you're managing daily tasks or engaging in outdoor activities, these glasses aim to be a versatile and dependable companion, seamlessly integrating technology into your lifestyle.
October 31, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

One of the Best Single-player VR Games This Year Finally Comes to Quest
Originally released on PSVR 2 and PC VR earlier this year, Arken Age (2025) is now available on Quest 3, bringing some of the most immersive and engaging single-player action we've experienced in 2025.
October 31, 2025 — Source

'Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow' Comes to All Major VR Headsets in December, New Gameplay Here
Thief's first ground-up VR game finally has a release date, bringing its immersive stealth-action to all major VR headsets on December 4th.
October 31, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Windows Remote Desktop goes immersive as Meta Quest 3 adds mixed-reality workspaces
New XR update brings immersive multi-monitor workspaces to Quest 3
October 31, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 30th, 2025

Android XR preview shows off Magic Leap glasses made in partnership with Google
Magic Leap and Google are extending their partnership with a three-year deal.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Arken Age Goes Standalone With Today's Quest 3 Launch
Arken Age takes the acclaimed VR action-adventure to Quest 3 and 3S today.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Beat Saber Prepares For Halloween With Spooky Scary Skeletons Shock Drop
Beat Saber is celebrating Halloween with a new Shock Drop for Spooky Scary Skeletons.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Build a Cozy, Relaxing Space of Your Own in 'Little Planet,' Launching Out of Early Access Today on Meta Quest
Sometimes, you just want an opportunity to kick back and take it easy. Little Planet puts its emphasis not on pushing you to complete long lists of activities or to compete against other players, but on taking your time, doing what you like, and making a space that's all your own. After two years in Early Access, Little Planet's full release is available for free today on the Meta Horizon Store.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Canva's New 'Creative OS' Promises to Be Its Biggest Evolution Yet
Canva has announced the Creative Operating System and it is calling it the biggest evolution of its product to date. It includes a new AI model, a better video editor, and a new version of Affinity that combines all of its apps into one platform and delivers it to customers for free.
October 30, 2025 — Source

In-home Helper Robot 'NEO' Uses Remote VR Operators to Help with Chores
NEO is a humanoid robot from Palo Alto-based robotics startup 1X that could one day autonomously help out around your home. For now though, it's using human operators wearing Quest 3 headsets to pick up the slack and teach Neo's neural network the ropes in the process.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Meta Display AI Smart Glasses: Designed to Replace Your Smartphone
What if your glasses could do more than just improve your vision? Imagine a world where your eyewear becomes your personal assistant, navigator, translator, and even your content creation tool, all while looking effortlessly stylish. The Meta Ray-Ban display glasses promise to turn this vision into reality, blending innovative augmented reality (AR) with everyday practicality.
October 30, 2025 — Source

My First Moments Living With the Samsung Galaxy XR: What's Different Here?
Samsung and Google's big return to VR and AR is on my face at home. Besides Gemini, here's my other favorite stuff... and how this headset works with my eyes and glasses.
October 30, 2025 — Source

New VR Games & Releases November 2025: Quest, SteamVR, PlayStation VR2 & More
Searching for new VR games this November? We've highlighted the biggest releases on Quest, PC VR, PlayStation VR2, Pico, and more.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Reach Addresses PC VR Compatibility Issues With First Patch
The first Reach patch is now live, promising visual fixes and improved compatibility with Virtual Desktop and SteamVR.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Samsung Galaxy XR versus Apple Vision Pro: Battle of the premium headsets
Galaxy XR is about half the price of Vision Pro — can it keep up?
October 30, 2025 — Source

Samsung Galaxy XR versus Meta Quest 3: Battle for the future of XR
Samsung's Galaxy XR is more like the Meta Quest Pro than the Meta Quest 3, which makes this a clearer decision.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Single-Player VR Action-Adventure Epic 'Arken Age' is Out Now for Meta Quest
One of the greatest powers that virtual reality devices grant us, is the ability to step foot inside a fantastic world born from the creative minds of game developers like never before. Arken Age, from VitruviusVR, is a deeply detailed, beautiful, and vibrant fantasy world teeming with life and environments to explore—and it's out now for Meta Quest.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow' Debuts First Quest Gameplay Footage, Coming This December
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow is still lurking in the shadows, but it's creeping closer and closer with each passing day. Today, publisher Vertigo Games and developer Maze Theory are excited to reveal that the latest entry in the iconic immersive sim meets stealth action franchise will be releasing for the Meta Quest platform on December 4.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Thief VR: Legacy Of Shadow Gets December Launch On Quest, Steam & PS VR2
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow sees the legendary stealth series return this December on Quest, Steam, and PlayStation VR2.
October 30, 2025 — Source

We're Already Barrelling Toward a Smart Glasses Bubble
Can all the smart glasses upstarts survive the impending AR explosion?
October 30, 2025 — Source

Zero Caliber 2: Remastered Impressions - VR Warfare Gets A Glow-Up
Just over a year after its initial launch, XREAL Games has brought its explosive action shooter to Steam with Zero Caliber 2 Remastered. This new, upgraded version gives PC players a chance to experience one of VR's most cinematic military adventures in full, high-resolution glory. After spending some time with this upgraded release, I'm impressed while also being reminded of just how solid the original Quest version still is.
October 30, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 26th, 2025

Apple Hosts Special Vision Pro Event for Developers
Apple used the launch week of the M5 Vision Pro this week to run a two-day "Meet with Apple" program for developers, with a focus on building immersive media and interactive apps for visionOS 26.
October 26, 2025 — Source

Are Xiaomi AI Glasses the Future of Smart Wearables? Hands On Review
What if your glasses could do more than just help you see? Imagine a world where your eyewear translates foreign text in seconds, identifies objects around you, and even adjusts its tint to match your environment, all while looking sleek and stylish. Bold claim? Not anymore. Enter the Xiaomi AI Glasses, a new fusion of artificial intelligence and wearable tech that's turning heads in the smart glasses market. Priced competitively at 2,000 RMB and currently available in China, these glasses promise to redefine how we interact with technology in our daily lives.
October 26, 2025 — Source

The M5 Vision Pro is still the ultimate entertainment device [Review]
The new M5 Vision Pro brings a huge leap in compute power and graphics performance to Apple's novel mixed-reality platform. The tweaks to the formula deliver better graphics and passthrough video, and longer battery life — plus a more comfortable head band in the box. Unfortunately, it doesn't include more storage or a lower price.
October 26, 2025 — Source

These AR Smart Glasses Tested My Patience in a Way I didn't Think Was Possible
The Inmo Air 3 is the perfect example of how not to make AR smart glasses.
October 26, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 25th, 2025

Inmo Air 3 Glasses: One Week Hands-On Testing Review
Have you ever wondered what it's like to wear the future, literally, on your face? The Inmo Air 3 AR glasses promise to transform how we interact with the world, blending innovative tech with everyday practicality. From immersive gaming sessions to multitasking with digital overlays, these glasses claim to offer a seamless augmented reality experience in a lightweight, portable design. But as with any bold innovation, there's always the question: does it truly deliver, or is it just another overhyped gadget?
October 25, 2025 — Source

M5 Vision Pro's killer feature is ... [The CultCast]
This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Griffin gets his hands on the new M5 Vision Pro, and he's all too happy to share his first impressions about the upgraded headset.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Samsung and Google Told Me What Upcoming Smart Glasses Could Bring
Mixed reality headsets, smart glasses and live AI. Google's head of Android and Samsung's COO for mobile experiences revealed what's coming next.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Samsung Galaxy XR versus Apple Vision Pro: Comparing specs and price
Which mixed reality headset is for you?
October 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 24th, 2025

Apple holds special developer event touting immersive media experiences for Vision Pro
Coinciding with this week's launch of Apple Vision Pro (M5), Apple held a special "Meet with Apple" event at its Developer Center in Cupertino focused on visionOS. Throughout the multi-day experience, Apple showed developers the best practices for creating immersive experiences for the spatial computing platform.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Former Oculus Execs' AI Smart Glasses Startup 'Sesame' Raises $250M Series B Funding
Sesame, an AI and smart glasses startup founded by former Oculus execs, raised $250 million in Series B funding, which the company hopes will accelerate its voice-based AI.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Google's XR Studio Releases 'Job Simulator' Style MR Experience Exclusive to Android XR
Owlchemy Labs, the Google-owned XR studio, released a new mixed reality title exclusively for Android XR which expands the Job Simulator universe.
October 24, 2025 — Source

K-Pop Craze: Watch Horizon Concerts From STAYC, NCT DREAM, and RIIZE in VR and on Mobile
Meta Horizon is hosting virtual concerts by K-Pop artists NCT DREAM, STAYC, and RIIZE, available in VR and on mobile via the Meta Horizon app.
October 24, 2025 — Source

M5 Apple Vision Pro Tested: How Good Is the 120Hz Display and Dual Knit Band?
Apple has unveiled the second-generation Vision Pro, a mixed reality headset that builds upon its predecessor with a series of thoughtful updates. While the overall design remains consistent, these refinements reflect Apple's evolving strategy in a competitive and rapidly advancing market. The Vision Pro continues to position itself as a leader in the premium mixed reality space, offering enhancements that cater to both professional users and immersive media enthusiasts.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Missed out on Meta Ray-Ban Display? Verizon is selling the smart glasses now, but act fast
You'll still have to demo before buying the Meta glasses, but it's another chance for those who missed the first wave of sales.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Samsung Galaxy XR: Is This the Mixed-Reality Future We've Waited For?
The Samsung Galaxy XR, developed in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm, represents a significant leap in the realm of extended reality (XR). This advanced Android XR headset, priced at $1,800, positions itself as a direct competitor to Apple's Vision Pro. Designed to cater to a wide range of applications, from entertainment to productivity, the Galaxy XR combines innovative technology with seamless integration into Google's ecosystem.
October 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The smallest pixel in the world
Physicists have developed extremely small pixels using optical antennas and a clever design. These can be used in compact AR glasses, for example.
October 24, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 20th, 2025

Apple Vision Pro Control Center: How to Use It
The Control Center on Apple Vision Pro serves as the central hub for managing essential settings and features, designed to enhance your interaction with the device. With its intuitive gestures and customizable options, it provides quick access to frequently used controls such as Wi-Fi, volume, and notifications. Additionally, it offers advanced tools like Mac virtual display integration and travel mode, making it a versatile resource for both everyday use and specialized scenarios.
October 20, 2025 — Source or Source

I tried the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses (including this unreleased feature), and I'm nearly sold
The style, fit, and features made me a believer. But will it do the same to you?
October 20, 2025 — Source

Of Lies And Rain Gets Full Release Date Sooner Than Expected
Post-apocalyptic adventure Of Lies and Rain gets its full release sooner than expected on Quest, PC VR, and PlayStation VR2.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Phasmophobia Gets A Classic American Diner Map Next Month
Ghost hunting horror sim Phasmophobia confirmed its new map will arrive next month, following on from the Grafton Farmhouse rework launch.
October 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Rokid Glasses versus Meta Ray-Ban Display: AI Glasses Compared Discover the Best Fit for Your Lifestyle
Imagine slipping on a pair of sleek, AI-powered glasses that can translate conversations in real-time, guide you through presentations hands-free, or even let you interact with your favorite apps using just a flick of your fingers. Now, picture another pair that doubles as stylish sunglasses, features a dazzling color display, and integrates seamlessly with your social media. These aren't just futuristic fantasies, they're the realities offered by the Rokid Glasses and Meta Ray-Ban Display.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Stranger Things: Catalyst Is Out Now At Sandbox VR
Stranger Things returns to virtual reality today with a new location-based experience at Sandbox VR.
October 20, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 17th, 2025

Assetto Corsa Rally Will Get PC VR Support Post-Launch
Assetto Corsa Rally promises a high-fidelity rally sim spin-off in early access next month, with PC VR support coming post-launch.
October 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Beat Saber Confirms OST 8 Launch This November
Beat Saber will receive OST 8 next month, marking the first OST release in over a year.
October 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Forefront Reveals Early Access Release Date On Quest, PC VR & Pico
Forefront, the 32-player Battlefield-style VR FPS, enters early access next month on Quest, Steam, and Pico.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Ghosts of Tabor Adds Terminator: Dark Fate DLC In Time For Halloween
Ghosts of Tabor has launched a Terminator: Dark Fate DLC and seasonal decorations.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Here's Why Apple Vision Pro M5's Weight Got Heavier
The Apple Vision Pro M5 is 150 grams heavier than its predecessor, weighing 800 grams. This increase is due to upgrades like a new chip, better cooling, and reinforced displays for improved performance.
October 17, 2025 — Source

How to Book a Vision Pro Demo at an Apple Store
If you've been curious about Apple's Vision Pro but haven't had the chance to experience it, now's your shot. Apple is finally letting customers book demo appointments instead of relying on first-come, first-serve walk-ins. You'll get a dedicated 30-minute session with an Apple Specialist to try spatial computing for yourself, and yes, it's worth the hype.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Are a Massive Hit — and Sales Prove It
Meta's partnership with EssilorLuxottica, the parent company of Ray-Ban, continues to pay off for both sides. EssilorLuxottica reported an 11.7% year-over-year boost in sales, with about four percentage points of that growth driven by wearables—largely thanks to Meta's smart glasses.
October 17, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 15th, 2025

Apple adds two new Vision Pro accessories: Logitech Muse and Dual Knit Band
Apple launched the Logitech Muse stylus ($129.95) and Dual Knit Band ($99) for Vision Pro, enhancing spatial workflows and user comfort.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple doesn't offer trade-in option for M5 Vision Pro upgrades
Are you a Vision Pro early adopter looking to upgrade to the new M5 model? While trade-in is a common option for other Apple products, the company unfortunately doesn't offer trade-in when buying its new Vision Pro.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple explains how its new M5 and visionOS 26 powered Vision Pro is really good
Apple today has unveiled an upgraded Apple Vision Pro powered by the new M5 chip, promising faster performance, sharper visuals, and extended battery life. The headset also introduces a redesigned Dual Knit Band for improved comfort and ships with visionOS 26, which adds new spatial experiences and Apple Intelligence features.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple just fixed one of my biggest pain points with Vision Pro - what's new with the M5 model
The headset's $3,499 starting price remains the same, but several changes make the headset more justifiable.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple just upgraded the Vision Pro with an M5 chip and new strap
The headset originally had an M2 chipset.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple Officially Announces M5 Vision Pro & Dual Knit Band
Apple has officially announced and opened preorders for the new M5 Apple Vision Pro and its included Dual Knit Band.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple Unveils New Vision Pro With The M5 Chip, A Dual Knit Band, And 2.5 Hours Of General Use Battery Life
In a largely expected development, Apple has just unveiled a refreshed version of its Vision Pro headset, powered by the new M5 chip and a "soft, cushioned Dual Knit Band to help users achieve an even more comfortable fit."
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple Updates Vision Pro With M5 Chip, Dual Knit Band, and 120Hz Support
The M5 chip has a 10-core CPU, a 10-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, and a 16-core Neural Engine, and we have confirmed the Vision Pro still has 16GB of RAM.
October 15, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro (M5) versus Original Vision Pro: What's New and Different
Apple introduced an upgraded Apple Vision Pro headset in October 2025, featuring an M5 chip, Dual Knit Band, and improved performance. Key upgrades include sharper visuals, faster AI tasks, longer battery life, and a more comfortable design.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Gets an M5 Upgrade and a New Head Strap
Apple's spatial computer gets its first upgrade since 2024. The new strap can be bought separately for the original Vision Pro, too.
October 15, 2025 — Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro gets the M5 chip, smoother 120 Hz rendering, longer battery life, and a comfier Dual Knit Band
Apple has upgraded the Vision Pro with the new M5 chip and a redesigned Dual Knit Band, addressing key user feedback and boosting performance. The M5 chip features a 10-core CPU/GPU, a faster 16-core Neural Engine, and hardware-accelerated ray tracing, resulting in quicker app loads, snappier responsiveness, and accelerated AI tasks like Persona capture. The headset now renders 10% more pixels and supports a 120 Hz refresh rate for sharper text and smoother virtual desktop experiences.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro gets upgraded to the new M5 chip
Plus a new knit band.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Upgraded With the New M5 Chip and Comfortable Dual Knit Band
Apple today introduced Apple Vision Pro with the powerful M5 chip that delivers a leap forward in performance, improved display rendering, faster AI-powered workflows, and extended battery life. The upgraded Vision Pro also comes with the soft, cushioned Dual Knit Band to help users achieve an even more comfortable fit, and visionOS 26, which unlocks innovative spatial experiences, including widgets, new Personas, an interactive Jupiter Environment, and new Apple Intelligence features with support for additional languages.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple's M5 chip brings a big GPU upgrade for AI and gaming, debuts in new MacBook Pro 14, iPad Pro, and Apple Vision Pro
Compared with the previous-gen Apple M4 chip, the new Apple M5 processor brings up to a 15 boost in CPU performance, almost 30 percent more memory bandwidth and big upgrades to graphics and AI performance thanks to a next-gen GPU that Apple says delivers "over 4x the peak GPU compute performance."
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple's M5 Vision Pro Is a Lot More Powerful and Just As Expensive
There's a new Vision Pro in town, and it's got a big chip upgrade.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple's Next Vision Pro with New M5 Chip Launches on October 22nd, Starting at $3,500
Apple has unveiled the new Vision Pro featuring the M5 chip, which is said to deliver major improvements in performance, display quality, AI capabilities, and battery life.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro M5 Brings 120Hz Refresh Rate & Better Battery
Apple has refreshed the Vision Pro with the new M5 chip, delivering up to 50% faster AI performance and rendering 10% more pixels for a sharper display. The update also includes the more comfortable Dual Knit Band and improved battery life, now up to 2.5 hours of general use. The M5 Vision Pro remains priced at $3,499.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Discontinued M2 Vision Pro Not Available for Trade-In
The original Vision Pro with the ‌M2‌ chip launched in February 2024 and was discontinued upon the announcement of a new version with the M5 chip earlier today. Most high-end Apple devices, such as the Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and Mac, become available for trade-in upon the release of a new model, allowing users to fund the purchase of the latest device while getting rid of their old one.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Glassbreakers: Champions Of Moss Gets Release Date And Apple Vision Pro Edition
Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss brings the action-strategy multiplayer game to Quest 3, Steam, and Apple Vision Pro next month.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Here's how to preorder the new Apple Vision Pro before its Oct. 22 launch
The Dual Knit Band is a great upgrade, in addition to better battery life.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Little Critters Is A Strategic Action Game Built For Mixed Reality
Little Critters is a light-hearted mixed reality action-strategy game launching this fall on Quest 3 and 3S.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Samsung's VR headset will finally be unveiled on October 21, and it could right the wrongs of Apple Vision Pro
We're finally getting a look at Project Moohan
October 15, 2025 — Source

Spatial Computing Leaps Forward: Apple Vision Pro Gets M5 Chip Upgrade
The Apple Vision Pro features the new M5 chip and improved micro-OLED displays, offering sharper visuals, crisper text, and a 120Hz refresh rate.
October 15, 2025 — Source or Source

Trombone Champ: Unflattened Celebrates The Season With Two Halloween Packs
Trombone Champ: Unflattened, the VR reimagining of the hit music game, is getting a free update and paid Halloween mini DLC tomorrow.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Two New Accessories for Vision Pro Now Available, With More Coming
The Logitech Muse is a spatially-tracked stylus developed for use with the ‌Vision Pro‌. It was announced at WWDC earlier this year. The Muse is intended to support the next generation of spatial computing workflows enabled by visionOS 26. The device incorporates six degrees of freedom (6DoF) tracking, pressure-sensitive tips, and real-time haptic feedback to allow users to interact with digital environments through precise input and tactile realism.
October 15, 2025 — Source

With considerably less fanfare, Apple releases a second-generation Vision Pro
Reports suggest that Apple has de-prioritized Vision Pro development internally.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Xiaomi AI Glasses: The Futuristic Gadget You Didn't Know You Needed
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to wear the future on your face? The Xiaomi AI Glasses promise just that, a blend of innovative technology and sleek design, packed into a pair of lightweight, wearable smart glasses. But here's the catch: while these glasses boast features like 2K video recording, electrochromic dimming, and touch controls, their true potential is locked behind region-specific software that's unavailable to most U.S. users.
October 15, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 13th, 2025

Anduril's new EagleEye MR helmet sees Palmer Luckey return to his VR roots
In the latest bid by a Silicon Valley defense firm to assert its own solution for the Army's mixed-reality ambitions, Anduril Industries on Monday unveiled "EagleEye," a helmeted computing system that seeks to turn soldiers into AI-augmented warfighters.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Apple might launch new iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and more this week
The onslaught of Apple gadgets continues!
October 13, 2025 — Source

Apple pivots from Vision Pro to smart glasses
Apple pivots from Vision Pro to smart glasses
October 13, 2025 — Source

Apple Readies A Barrage Of Devices Powered By M5 Including A Vision Pro Refresh
Apple will release device updates this week, including M5 chip upgrades for products like the Vision Pro, via online press releases.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Apple Glasses suddenly make so much sense after this new reveal
Recent reports suggest Apple is prioritizing the development of Apple Glasses over a lighter version of the Vision Pro, a shift influenced by advancements in AI and competitor products like Meta's smart glasses. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple Glasses are likely to run visionOS, the operating system currently used by the Vision Pro. A key detail is that a future model of the Glasses will be able to unlock the full visionOS functionality when paired with a Mac, while utilizing a lighter, mobile-friendly interface when connected to an iPhone.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Apple Wallet's iOS 26 boarding passes coming to these airlines soon
https://9to5mac.com/2025/10/13/apple-wallets-ios-26-boarding-passes-coming-to-these-airlines-soon/#:~:text=iOS%2026%E2%80%99s%20upgraded%20Apple%20Wallet%20boarding%20passes%2C%20featuring%20Live%20Activities%20and%20luggage%20tracking%2C%20are%20coming%20to%20nine%20airlines%2C%20following%20United%27s%20initial%20support.
October 13, 2025 — Source

I tested Meta Ray-Ban Display alternatives, and these are better in several ways for less money
The Rokid smart glasses beat out the Meta in unique ways - but the trade-offs are just as notable.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Report claims Valve has begun production on new Steam VR headset
It has long been rumoured that Valve is working on a new VR headset under the codename Deckard. Now, it is claimed that production on Valve's next generation VR product has begun.
October 13th — Source

'Star Trek: Infection' Brings Sci-fi Survival-Horror to VR Headsets in December
Star Trek: Infection is set to serve up a survival-horror experience in December, pitting you against a mysterious infection that's ravaged a Starfleet ship by changing the crew into deadly mutants.
October 13, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 10th, 2025

BlackGate Is A Tense VR Multiplayer Survival Horror With One Major Flaw
An online game lives and dies on its community and matchmaking, not just for its longevity and the experience but for building momentum and word-of-mouth that propel a game forward. Possible greatness will always be lacking if this area falls short. While BlackGate has plenty of potential, and I hope it can build its audience, it's difficult to recommend when enjoying the strong core mechanics underneath the surface is so hard in its current early access state.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Deadly Delivery Steam Demo Promises Co-Op Courier Comedy
Deadly Delivery, a comedy horror co-op courier game, has a demo out now on Steam and an open beta for Quest.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Hellsweeper VR 2.0 Update Adds Toxic Magic Abilities
Hellsweeper VR reaches version 2.0 with the new Obscura Update, two years after its initial launch.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Japan's Idol Industry Embraces VR To Deepen Bonds Between Fan And Artist
Japanese music is heavily built on the concept of a physical connection between artist and fan. The prevalence of cheap shows in livehouses nationwide (and particularly in urban centers) allows indie artists to connect directly with crowds of 100 or less. Even bigger artists hold release events in major music stores like Tower Records, offering signings and promotions to directly engage with those buying the newest release.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Norse Afterlife Roguelike Crossings Gets Demo Ahead Of Steam Next Fest
Crossings, an upcoming action-adventure roguelike set in the Norse afterlife, released a PC VR and Quest 3 demo ahead of Steam Next Fest.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Quest Browser Gets Instant WebXR Hit Testing For Mixed Reality Placement
Meta's web browser now uses depth sensing for WebXR Hit Testing on Quest 3 & 3S, enabling instant mixed reality object placement without a Scene Mesh.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Rumor has it that Valve could be planning to unearth not one but two new VR headsets later in 2025
One is being compared to the Apple Vision Pro
October 10, 2025 — Source

Samsung Galaxy XR Headset Leak Reveals A Direct Rival To Apple Vision Pro
A massive leak reveals Samsung's Galaxy XR headset, codenamed "Project Moohan," will rival Apple's Vision Pro with dual 4K displays, a lighter design, and a competitive price.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Star Trek: Infection VR Gets December Release Date
Star Trek: Infection VR, a narrative-driven survival horror game coming to Quest 3 and PC VR, launches this December.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Hands-On At Home In The Sewers
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City shares something in common with Half-Life: Alyx and Walkabout Mini Golf. You don't need to play the "game" to enjoy your time in their places. You can go to virtual reality just to be there.
October 10, 2025 — Source

This could be your best look at Samsung's Project Moohan headset ahead of its launch
Everything has been spilled!
October 10, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 8th, 2025

Apple mocks Windows blue screens in hostile 8-minute ad video
A new promotional short film from Apple leans into the idea that Windows blue screens cause people to panic.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Inmo Air 3 versus Rokid: Can These Smart Glasses Replace Your Smartphone?
Imagine stepping into a world where your glasses don't just help you see but also connect you to a digital universe. From navigating bustling city streets with augmented reality (AR) maps to capturing stunning moments with built-in cameras, AR smart glasses are no longer a futuristic concept, they're here, and they're evolving rapidly. But with so many options on the market, how do you decide which pair is right for you?
October 8, 2025 — Source

Wildlife Doctor Turns Safari Healthcare Into VR Trauma Center
I've never thought about what it would be like to be an on-the-field safari doctor. Nor would I say Wildlife Doctor is a particularly accurate recreation of the experience of caring for wild elephants and the like in times of danger. That doesn't mean A440 hasn't crafted a rather intriguing experience, turning that unique healthcare scenario into a more unique VR experience.
October 8, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 3rd, 2025

Maid of Sker VR Is A Survival Horror Game Based On Welsh Folklore
aid of Sker, a survival horror game based on Welsh folklore, is getting a VR adaptation this November.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Overseas report says Samsung's Galaxy XR headset could be in your hands soon
If true, we're only a couple of weeks away from getting our initial orders in, so we're ready for its market launch.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Real-Time Strategy Game Homeworld: Vast Reaches Heads For SteamVR Soon
Homeworld: Vast Reaches brings the real-time strategy game to SteamVR with upgraded visuals later this month.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Upcoming Quest Game Lets You Turn Your House Into a Custom Mini Golf Course
Starlight Games, the studio behind House of Golf 2 (2024), announced they're releasing a new mixed reality-supported entry into the mini golf series in October, this time using your own humble abode as a putt-putt course.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Which Prescriptions Meta Ray-Ban Display Supports, And How That Works
Looking to use Meta Ray-Ban Display as your everyday prescription glasses? Here's a rundown of what prescriptions it supports, and how that works.
October 3, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 29th, 2025

Live and Motion Photos, Meta AI Chat Themes, Video Call Backgrounds, and More on WhatsApp
Over the past few months, we've added new features to WhatsApp that make chatting and calling more convenient and fun. You can send Live and Motion photos, get creative with Meta AI in chats and video calls, search group chat names, and more.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Meta's Revamped Ray-Ban Gen 2 Glasses Are Worth It Just for the Battery Boost
Meta's Ray-Ban Gen 2 glasses offer double the battery life and improved video quality compared to previous models, but AI features are still developing. They cost $379.
September 29, 2025 — Source

VR Design Unpacked: The Formula for Great VR Game Trailers
Our series Inside XR Design explores the best of immersive design. Today we're talking about how to make an incredible VR trailer using just in-game footage. No mixed reality setups, no complicated compositing—just smart planning and a proven playbook. And keep reading, because at the end, I'll share a checklist of key technical considerations to make your trailer shine, and share a trailer that exemplifies everything we're about to talk about.
September 29, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 26th, 2025

Forefront, The Battlefield-Style VR FPS, Kicks Off Open Beta
Forefront kicks off its open beta today for the 32-player Battlefield-style FPS.
September 26, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Hitman' Update Finally Puts PC VR Version at Parity with PSVR 2, Includes 'Freelancer' Mode
IO Interactive announced that Hitman World of Assassination has finally got its long-awaited PC VR patch, bringing new life to a sorely neglected port.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Unseen Diplomacy 2 Brings VR Spy Shenanigans To Early Access
Unseen Diplomacy 2 promises roomscale spy shenanigans with its early access launch, and it's out now on Quest 3 and Steam.
September 26, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Valve Launches Steam Link On Pico Headsets & Vive Focus Vision
Steam Link VR is now available on Pico headsets and HTC's Vive Focus Vision, making it easier to wirelessly stream SteamVR games from a PC.
September 26, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 25th, 2025

From VR headsets to flexible phones: Micro-LEDs aim to overcome size and brightness challenges
A Texas A&M University chemical engineering professor is helping chart the path for micro light-emitting diode displays—known as micro-LEDs—that could transform how future electronic devices are experienced.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Gunman Contracts Highlights Action-Packed Gunplay In New Devlog
Gunman Contracts - Stand Alone offered a fresh look at gunplay in a new action-packed devlog before this year's PC VR launch.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Microsoft Flight Simulator' is Coming to PSVR 2 Next Year Following PS5 Release
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 developer Asobo Studio announced it's finally releasing the game on PS5 and PS5 Pro later this year, with PSVR 2 support slated to follow in 2026 as a free update.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Panel: Next Generation Inclusive UIs
The panelists discuss creating inclusive XR environments. They explain how to prioritize accessibility in user testing, the importance of designing for diverse users from day one, and how team culture and modular UIs can foster innovation. They also highlight the business case for making accessibility a core part of an MVP to avoid technical debt.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Quick hands-on impressions from Connect: Deadpool VR, Star Wars, and more!
You have for sure read my long and detailed report of my hands-on session with the Ray-Ban Meta Display that I had at Meta Connect. However, at Connect, I actually tried out other demos, both hardware and software, and I'd like to share my quick impressions about them.
September 25, 2025 — Source

SiNGRAY G2 Puts Birdbath Optics In A Standalone Headset For Enterprise
SiNGRAY G2 puts Xreal-style birdbath optics in a standalone headset for enterprise, aiming to be a spiritual successor to HoloLens 2.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Thief VR: Legacy Of Shadow Airs Gameplay Premiere On September 30
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow will receive an official gameplay premiere next week.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

This Meta Quest accessory has me seriously geeking out
Arcade2TV-XR is the arcade stick I didn't know I needed.
September 25, 2025 — Source

XR Is Going Mainstream. Does That Mean We'll All Be Glasses Wearers Now?
"The time is now" for XR, says Google's Rick Osterloh. Are you ready to buy in?
September 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 22nd, 2025

Abrash & Zuckerberg: Future Meta Glasses Will Have Always-On "Contextual AI"
Michael Abrash described how future Meta glasses will have always-on "contextual AI", and Mark Zuckerberg thinks this will arrive in less than 5 years.
September 22, 2025 — Source

MotoGP Tour De Force Places You Trackside With Apple Immersive Blackmagic Cameras
At 1 minute and 30 seconds into the 30-minute immersive documentary Tour De Force a fleet of MotoGP bikes races off their starting positions.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Pimax Delays Dream Air and Dream Air SE to December, SLAM Versions Likely to 2026
Pimax issued an update detailing its upcoming fleet of micro-OLED PC VR headsets, which also included info on a delay affecting its thin and light headsets, Dream Air and Dream Air SE.
September 22, 2025 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2025.09.22): A big summary of Meta Connect, Snap and Apple's glasses update, and more!
This week, I had my Meta Connect experience, and I have to say it was great. There were many amazing XR people, I tried some cool demos, I ate a lot of free food... I really had a good time there. Now that the event is over, I'm still in the US, and I'm writing this article a bit from LA and a bit from NY. I'm happy to stay here some extra days to connect with other people from the XR community!
September 22, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro 2 Poised for Major Power Boost With New Chip in 2026
A Taiwan supply chain report indicates Apple is preparing an R2 coprocessor for the next Vision Pro, fabricated on TSMC's 2 nm node. The current Vision Pro pairs an M2 app processor with an R1 that ingests camera and sensor data in real time. Moving that R-series silicon to 2 nm would be a full-node jump over R1.
September 22, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 19th, 2025

Bad Luck for Zuckerberg: Why Meta Connect's Live Demos Flopped
Maybe don't use voice commands in a room full of smart glasses.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Birdseed VR Is An Amateur Birdwatching Photography Sim
Birdseed VR aims to let you become an amateur birdwatcher with a new photography sim.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Exclusive 3D Trailer of 'Avatar 3' on Quest Teases a Possible Full Release on the Headset
During Meta Connect this week, the company released an exclusive 3D trailer of James Cameron's upcoming film Avatar: Fire and Ash. There's no confirmation yet that we're getting the full thing, although Cameron is enthusiastic about Quest's ability to open up new distribution models.
September 19, 2025 — Source

How researchers tracked the biggest hidden sources of forever chemical pollution in UK rivers
The amount of toxic "forever chemicals" flowing into the River Mersey in north-west England has reached some of the highest levels recorded anywhere in the world.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta announces Meta Wearables Device Access Toolkit
After so many rumors about an upcoming "SDK for smartglasses", Meta finally announced it at today's Meta Connect. But let's say that it is not exactly how we imagined it. Let me tell you what has been announced, what is good about it, and what could be better.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta CTO explains why the smart glasses demos failed at Meta Connect — and it wasn't the Wi-Fi
Meta chief technology officer Andrew Bosworth took to his Instagram to explain, in more technical detail, why multiple demos of Meta's new smart glasses technology failed at Meta Connect, the company's developer conference, this week.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta Explains Why Its Connect Live Demos Failed On-Stage
Meta's CTO explained the technical reasons why the key Connect keynote live demos failed.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta glasses are failing people like me, but I'm taking matters into my own hands
I'm tired of waiting for Meta to expand prescription ranges, so I turned to Lensology instead.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Display AI Glasses: The Future of Smart Eyewear?
What if your next pair of glasses didn't just help you see better, but helped you live better? Meta's latest innovation, the Meta Ray-Ban Display AI glasses, is turning this vision into reality. Imagine a world where your eyewear doubles as a personal assistant, translating conversations in real time, amplifying voices in noisy spaces, and even displaying high-resolution visuals directly in your field of view.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Display and everything else unveiled at Meta Connect 2025
At Meta Connect 2025, the company's biggest event of the year, Mark Zuckerberg unveiled three new smart glasses: the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta, the Meta Ray-Ban Display and wristband controller, and the Oakley Meta Vanguard.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta Scrambles to Explain Catastrophic AI Failures During 'Display' Smart Glasses Demo
It wasn't the Wi-Fi, but the reasons are still pretty silly.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Meta's AR ambitions meet reality, and California gets serious about AI safety ... again
This week on Equity, Anthony Ha, Kirsten Korosec, and Max Zeff unpack the biggest moves in AI, robotics, and regulation. Listen to the full episode to hear about:
September 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pimax Unveils New Micro-OLED VR Headsets with Widest FOV Yet
During today's Sync Presentation, Shanghai-based VR manufacturer Pimax has unveiled three new Virtual Reality headsets based on its new Micro-OLED product line.
September 19, 2025 — Source or Source

Out There Is Apple Vision Pro's Best Story, And You Can Try On Quest 3 Too
I was looking through Apple's App Store when I spotted something called Out There with a five star rating across 121 reviews.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Quest is Getting an Official 'Discord' App Next Year
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth said last May that he would "love" for Quest to have some sort of Discord integration, although it seemed it was up to Discord to make the first move. At Connect this week, Meta announced Discord is officially coming to Quest next year.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Race to make smartglasses relevant heats up again with new tech from Meta and Snap
More than a decade ago, pricey smart glasses that allowed people to snap photos, text and browse the web generated a lot of buzz but also resistance.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) Hands-On: You Can Forget About Gen 1 Now
Meta's second-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses aren't a major overhaul, but there are some iterative improvements that make them a better buy than the previous model.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Samsung's Android XR Headset Will Reportedly Launch On October 21
South Korean news outlet ETNews claims to know the date Samsung will launch its Android XR headset.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Samsung's XR Moohan headset might launch soon — but US buyers may have to wait
Domestic launch could be in the works, via a virtual Unpacked event.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Should you buy the new Meta Ray-Bans? I tested every model, and here's how to decide
How much of a difference does two years make? It depends on how you look at the latest Meta Ray-Bans.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Unseen Diplomacy 2 Brings VR Spy Shenanigans To Early Access
Unseen Diplomacy 2 promises roomscale spy shenanigans with its early access launch, and it's out now on Quest 3 and Steam.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Want to buy Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses? How to book a demo first (before it's too late)
Booking a slot at Best Buy, LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, and Ray-Ban stores will be the only way to purchase Meta Ray-Ban Display at launch on Sep. 30. And delays have already set in.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Why Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Failed on Stage at Connect
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's keynote at this year's Connect wasn't exactly smooth—especially if you count two big hiccups that sidetracked live demos for both the latest Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and the new Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses.
September 19, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 16th, 2025

2 Meta Ray-Bans leaks that have me truly excited for Connect (including a new Oakley model)
The upcoming wearables should be a meaningful upgrade from the current Meta Ray-Bans and pave the way for the next generation of smart glasses.
September 16, 2025 — Source

At Meta Connect 2025, Zuckerberg might show you the future of human intelligence
Expect the company to unveil new Ray-Ban glasses.
September 16, 2025 — Source

I Tried Snap's Evolving AR Glasses (Again). Get Ready for More AI
As Meta and Google prep next-gen glasses, Snap's AR Spectacles are evolving to keep up.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Learn to Draw in VR with 'Pencil!'
The blank page can be a stressful place, especially if you're working on your drawing skills. Luckily, there's Pencil! — a new app that uses passthrough mode on Meta Quest to teach you how to become a better artist whether you're just starting out or looking for something more advanced. And it's available now on the Meta Horizon Store for $12.99 USD.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Liminal Walking Simulator POOLS Launches On PlayStation VR2 This November
POOLS VR, the backrooms-inspired walking simulator, will make its PlayStation VR2 debut this November.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Meta Leaks Next-gen Smart Glasses with Display Ahead of Connect This Week
It seems Meta has a new generation of smart glasses to show off at Connect this week, and it appears we've just got an eye-full of the long-rumored version with a built-in display, previously codenamed 'Hypernova'.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Meta's New Smart Glasses Leak: Now With a Screen in Your Face
A leaked video has revealed Meta's upcoming smart glasses with a built-in display, marking a major upgrade over its Ray-Ban models. With AI integration and gesture controls via an EMG wristband, the glasses could be officially unveiled at Meta's Connect event.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Sneak Peek: Meta's new 'Ray-Ban Display' glasses teased in leaked promo video
The company's next smart glasses, which rumors say will have a single ocular HUD, suddenly surface in a leaked video.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Table Troopers Review: A Tactical Mixed Reality Gem
Table Troopers is what mixed reality gaming on your Quest should be all about: compelling, accessible, intuitive, full of potential, and fun.
September 16, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 9th, 2025

Alterego's 'Silent Speech' Could Be The Answer To Dictating Text In Public
Alterego is a wearable device that promises to let you silently dictate text by sensing the subvocal movements of your speech muscles.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Blur Is A Surreal VR Experience About Cloning
I didn't know what to expect upon walking into Blur during Venice Immersive, though going through the curtain gives me an immediate sense of unease.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hello Kitty Skyland Will Bring Sanrio Characters To VR
Social VR experience Hello Kitty Skyland is set to launch into early access later this year.
September 9, 2025 — Source

How BMW of North America Uses Meta Quest 3 to Bring High-Voltage Battery Training to Life
The batteries that power BMW electric vehicles are intricate, powerful devices—part of a new chapter in a century-long tradition of craftsmanship applied to cutting-edge technology. With 400 volts and enough energy to take 6,000 pounds of steel from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds, each battery is a complex network of specialized screws and sealants, cables and chemicals. Working on these devices for repairs requires thorough training and specialized knowledge.
September 9, 2025 — Source

I tried smart glasses with a built-in display, and they beat my Meta Ray-Bans in key ways
The Rokid Glasses might not have as much brand recognition as the Meta Ray-Bans, but they're packed with much more functionality.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Of Lies And Rain Quest 3 Early Access Hands-On: Gasping For Breath
Of Lies and Rain is out now in early access, offering a story-driven VR adventure in a post-apocalyptic world, and we tried it on Quest 3.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Porsche Used Colocated Apple Vision Pro Headsets To Showcase Its New Drivetrain
The demo saw Porsche's 911 Director of Powertrain and Director of Vehicle Dynamics Systems show Dempsey the e-turbo at larger-than-life scale, then at true scale, followed by the entire drivetrain and chassis at true scale. They also showed a real video of the engine in action on a large virtual screen, which everyone in the session could see.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Star Wars: Beyond Victory Releases October 7, Watch New Trailer Here
Star Wars: Beyond Victory - A Mixed Reality Playset launches next month on Quest 3 and 3S.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Star Wars: Beyond Victory's Playset Mode Will Have You Feeling Like a Kid Again
Have you ever wanted to build your own imaginary Star Wars scenes as a child, but didn't have the money to afford all of those individual figurines of your favorite characters?
September 9, 2025 — Source

The golden Oakley Meta HSTN gets a speedy update for its cameras
An update packed with improvements and one that extends the availability of a feature to more regions.
September 9, 2025 — Source

The Next 'Star Wars' VR Game Has a New Trailer and Release Date
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory - A Mixed Reality Playset' is coming on October 7 for Meta Quest 3 and 3S.
September 9, 2025 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2025.09.09): Apple may launch Vision Air in 2027, Valve headset may be called "Steam Frame", and more!
I'm back from China, and while I'm still dizzy from the jet lag, I'm preparing my trip to the US for the next week. I guess I'll spend the next couple of weeks without realizing what time of day it is...
September 9, 2025 — Source

visionOS 26 available from Sep 15, with spatial widgets, new Personas and more
Apple has announced that visionOS 26 will be available to Vision Pro users from Monday, September 15.
September 9, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 5th, 2025

Apple Vision Pro 2 May Get a Striking Space Black Color
A new rumor suggests the next-gen Apple Vision Pro 2 may feature a "Space Black" color, which could be the most significant visual change for the device. The update is expected to focus on internal improvements like a new M4 or M5 chip, with the color serving as a key signal for the new model.
September 5, 2025 — Source

'Evangelion: Cross Reflections' VR Game Officially Announced, Planned for Release in 2026
Korea-based studio Pixelity officially revealed the name of its XR game based on popular '90s anime Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995): "EVANGELION: Δ CROSS REFLECTIONS"
September 5, 2025 — Source

Iron Guard: Salvation Review - Strong Foundations But Needs Shoring Up
Real-time strategy games are undergoing a resurgence in the VR space. Can Iron Guard: Salvation capture the magic of classic RTS titles in a virtual environment?
September 5, 2025 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses: The new lens display, neural band, and everything you need to know
Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses are the first consumer AR glasses from the company, packed with an in-lens display and a neural gesture band.
September 5, 2025 — Source

'Project Moohan' Android XR Headset is Launching by Year's End, But Still No Official Name or Release Date
Project Moohan was a no-show at Samsung's Galaxy product event yesterday, giving the company even fewer opportunities to announce and release the Vision Pro competitor by year's end.
September 5, 2025 — Source

These AI glasses hit $1M in pre-orders in 72 hours and have features missing from Meta Ray-Bans
okid Glasses combine the best features of Meta Ray-Bans with next-gen upgrades. And a lot of people are jumping on their $120 pre-order discount on Kickstarter.
September 5, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 4th, 2025

Alien Perspective Turns A Painting Into An Immersive World
Alien Perspective explores the legacy of Italian special effects artist Carlo Rambaldi, turning one of his paintings into an immersive world.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Ambitious Tactical Shooter 'Falcon Fall' Aims for AAA Quality, Coming to PC VR in Late 2026
Falcon Fall is an upcoming co-op tactical shooter from new indie studio Infinit Entertainment, which says it's aiming to deliver "AAA quality in VR—with a focus on visuals, immersion, authenticity, and next-generation presence."
September 4, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Air could launch in 2027: 40% lighter and 50% cheaper than Vision Pro
Would you buy one?
September 4, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Has Carved Out A Space For Itself In Limited Markets, With Other Companies' Customers Benefiting From Its Launch
The eye-watering price tag of the Apple Vision Pro, coupled with its bulkiness and lack of extensive app support, materialized a grim fate for the otherwise premium headset. With less than 500,000 units sold since its inception in February 2024, it speaks volumes about how terribly the company missed the mark with its product. However, before we continue brainstorming on the factors that led to the poor reception of the expensive head-mounted wearable, let us discuss a new report that dives deep into the markets that have grown since this device entered the mixed-reality headset category, with some companies witnessing an improvement in the customers' experience.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Microsoft engineer revives Windows Mixed Reality headsets with native SteamVR support on Windows 11 24H2
The "Oasis" driver is a deep reverse engineering effort to revive Windows Mixed Reality headsets for use on Windows 11 version 24H2 and above. And you can download it now!
September 4, 2025 — Source

One of Apple Music's best features is improving at the perfect time
Apple Music is about to get its biggest update in years thanks to iOS 26, including upgrades to one of my favorite features—lyrics—just in time for the device that will be perfect for them.
September 4, 2025 — Source

'Hello Kitty' is Getting Its Own Social VR Game This Year in 'Skyland'
Japanese VR studio Thirdverse is partnering with Hello Kitty creator Sanrio to release a social VR game this year dedicated to the iconic cartoon cat and equally kawaii cast of characters.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Satechi Launches OntheGo Travel Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse
Satechi today announced the launch of a new travel-friendly mouse and keyboard setup designed for smartphones and tablets. The OntheGo Bluetooth Keyboard with Stand and OntheGo Bluetooth Mouse have been developed to be used when flying, at a coffee shop, in coworking spaces, when commuting, and more.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs flip-flops on the Newton
Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs flip-flops on the Newton
September 4, 2025 — Source

VR Headsets sanitization machines hands-on: Uvisan VRProXS and Cleanbox CX1
Today, I'll talk about a topic that is of paramount importance: XR headsets' sanitization. And I'm doing that by going hands-on and comparing two of the leading devices on the market: the Uvisan VRProXS and the Cleanbox CX1.
September 4, 2025 — Source

VR's Favorite Melee Combat Game is Getting Katanas, Ninja Stars, and More in Asian-themed Update
While Blade & Sorcery (2024) studio Warpfrog is already developing its next "modder friendly" title, the studio isn't done with VR's favorite melee combat game just yet.
September 4, 2025 — Source

X-Arcade Opens Pre-Orders For Upcoming X-Force Pinball Haptics Upgrade
X-Arcade is taking pre-orders for the X-Force Haptics Kit, a DIY upgrade that's designed exclusively for their Arcade2TV-XR controller.
September 4, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 1st, 2025

Black Cats & Chequered Flags Celebrates One Of Formula 1's Earliest Champions
Black Cats & Chequered Flags celebrates the life of one of Formula 1's earliest champions using VR and mixed reality.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Co-Op Adventure Titan Isles Arrives This Month On Quest & Steam
Titan Isles, the new co-op VR action adventure from the Windlands studio, launches later this month.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Source

Google Has Completed Its AI Glasses Development, With HTC Reported To Be The Contract Manufacturer, Launch Timeline Undecided
The AI glasses market is ripe for exploration and expansion, with Google's strengths in building the Android platform giving it a distinct advantage over competitors when the company introduces its own solution. However, previous reports were doing the rounds, claiming that Google had zero intentions of launching its own pair, only to stumble upon an update, stating that the advertising giant has seemingly completed the development of its smart spectacles, with various manufacturers also named who will breathe life into the device.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Rokid Glasses Raise Over $1M in First Week, Proving Strong Demand for Display-clad Smart Glasses
Rokid, the China and US-based AR startup, launched a Kickstarter campaign last week for Rokid Glasses, frontrunning the competition with a pair of smart glasses housing green monochrome displays. Now, the crowdfunding campaign has surpasses $1 million, doubling the amount it garnered within its first 24 hours.
September 1, 2025 — Source

These AI glasses hit $1M in pre-orders in 72 hours and have features missing from Meta Ray-Bans
Rokid Glasses combine the best features of Meta Ray-Bans with next-gen upgrades. And a lot of people are jumping on their $120 pre-order discount on Kickstarter.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Vivo Vision hands-on: a good, cheaper clone of the Apple Vision Pro
Last week in Beijing, I had the great opportunity to try the Vivo Vision Discovery Edition, the new mixed reality headset launched by Vivo, one of the leading smartphone manufacturers. In this post, I'll detail my first impressions of the device and also do some comparisons with Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro. I tease you that the headset is much better than I expected, so now you have to read the full post to discover why!
September 1, 2025 — Source

Windows on Arm PCs can now connect to Meta Quest — Microsoft sneaks out Mixed Reality Link update
Mixed Reality Link now supports Windows on Arm, letting Snapdragon X PCs connect to Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S.
September 1, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 29th, 2025

An Infamous Cave Sealed After a Fatal Accident is Being Reopened for Exploration -- in VR
Cave Crave (2025) is a VR game where you explore caves. No monsters, no treasure chests, no puzzles—just the oppressive cave interiors tightening around you as you traverse further underground. Now, developers 3R Games are doing something few would expect: they're purposefully recreating a now inaccessible cave system where a man died.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Birdseed VR Is An Amateur Birdwatching Photography Sim
Birdseed VR aims to let you become an amateur birdwatcher with a new photography sim.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Dungeons Of Eternity Gets Major Update With Steam Release Next Month
Co-op action hit Dungeons of Eternity reaches Steam in two weeks with a visual overhaul alongside a major content update.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Fitness Reimagined: 7 Meta Quest Apps to Help You Break a Sweat
Say goodbye to boring workout routines. Today's curated collection, Fitness Reimagined, features apps that'll get your heart rate up in no time.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Meta AI On Smart Glasses Can Now Access Your Calendar
Meta AI on Ray-Ban and Oakley smart glasses can now access and add events to your Google Calendar and Outlook Calendar.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Meta Connect's Agenda Essentially Confirms A Smart Glasses SDK
The agenda for Meta Connect 2025 strongly suggests that a smart glasses SDK of some kind is inbound.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Sandbox VR Shows that 'Social' Beats 'Spectacle' at VR Attractions
Sandbox VR is a longstanding VR attraction chain featuring unique VR experiences for up to six players in a large, shared playspace. I recently got a chance to check out one of Sandbox VR's newest locations and try two of its latest experiences—Squid Game Virtuals and Deadwood Phobia.
August 29, 2025 — Source

The Only Reason I Travel With My VR Headset Is the One Thing Meta Needs to Focus on More: Fitness
The main thing I use my Quest for is workouts, and it's Meta's most unique calling card right now. Why isn't more being done with it?
August 29, 2025 — Source

Valve's Steam Link Is Coming To Pico Headsets
Valve's Steam Link is coming to Pico headsets, a ByteDance beta test registration form confirms.
August 29, 2025 — Source

World War Z VR Review: Brains Not Included
World War Z VR aims to bring the carnage of the hit 2019 game to PC VR and Quest headsets in all its glory. While my preview on Quest 3 didn't prove quite up to that task, I hoped that the rest of the game could bring Saber's iconic action-horror epic to life. Maybe it was just a rough first stab. So I strapped my headset back on and dove back in.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Wreak Havoc in the Ultimate Monster Experience with 'Kaiju Evolution,' Out Now for Meta Horizon
The team at Unit 2 Games is back with an all-new monster mash-up that's poised to be bigger, bolder, and more destructive than ever with today's launch of Kaiju Evolution.
August 29, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 25th, 2025

Apple is already making plans for what comes after smart glasses, and it's very different to what you might imagine
Apple has plans for what its core AI wearable will be, and it's not smart glasses.
August 25, 2025 — Source

'BeamXR' Returns Quest's Lost Livestreaming Functionality -- No PC Required
Meta quietly dropped support for native livestreaming from Quest to Facebook a few years ago, and never got around to officially supporting other platforms. Now, early access tool BeamXR Live is available for free on the Horizon Store, letting you do just that—and all without needing a PC to act as a middleman.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Immersive Simulations: 7 Meta Quest Games to Explore New Worlds
Immersive sims are having a moment. Today's curated collection of Immersive Simulations contains games that let you build, explore, and play in a new world where everything is yours to shape.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Resonite Releases Performance Update For Social PC VR
Social VR platform Resonite released a major update to improve its performance for PC VR users.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Street Gods Is A Promising Fantasy Superhero VR Roguelite
Norse mythology-inspired VR roguelite Street Gods holds considerable promise, and we went hands-on during Gamescom.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The AR glasses that make your TV feel small are easier to buy now, thanks to Amazon — XREAL One Pro could change how you watch everything
From CES buzz to your cart. The glasses that make every game and movie unforgettable.
August 25, 2025 — Source

This year's best AR glasses are now available at your favorite retailer, with a sweet discount to boot!
This year's best AR glasses are now available at your favorite retailer, with a sweet discount to boot!
August 25, 2025 — Source

Total Chaos Threatens Atmospheric Terror On PC VR
Total Chaos, a remake of the total conversion Doom II mod, will add PC VR support to the survival horror game post-launch.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Virtual reality merges with robotics to create seamless physical interactions
Computer scientists at Princeton are working to bring virtual reality into the physical world, with the potential to enhance a variety of experiences, including remote collaboration, education, entertainment and gaming.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Xreal's futuristic AR glasses are finally available at Amazon and Best Buy
First seen at CES 2025, the upgraded AR glasses are now available at major retailers.
August 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 22nd, 2025

Apple Code Suggests M5 Hardware Refresh of Vision Pro Could Come Later This Year
Code shared by Apple and discovered by MacRumors has seemingly confirmed that Vision Pro isn't getting a massive overhaul in its next generation, instead pointing to a hardware refresh that will feature Apple's upcoming M5 chipset.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Chinese smartphone maker vivo takes aim at Apple and Meta with its first mixed reality headset
vivo has entered the mixed reality market with the launch of its first headset, the vivo Vision Discovery Edition. The headset enters a field dominated by Meta, Apple, and other global players, but is the first mixed reality device from a Chinese smartphone maker.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Google Hasn't Yet Decided Whether To Release Its Own Glasses
Google hasn't yet decided whether to release its own glasses, or just provide technology for others, the company told Bloomberg.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Instant Favorites: 7 Meta Quest Games to Play on Repeat
Looking for your next VR obsession? We've got you covered with our curated collection of Instant Favorites—killer games you'll want to play on repeat. Each title offers hours upon hours of gameplay to keep you coming back for more.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Meta's new 2mm display brings everyday AR glasses closer to reality
Meta's compact laser display features high brightness and expanded color range
August 22, 2025 — Source

Rokid takes on Meta with new AI-powered smart glasses
Rokid will unveil its newest wearable, the Rokid Glasses, at a launch event in New York City on August 26. The company says the device is the world's lightest full-function AI and AR smart glasses, combining translation, navigation, transcription, and a first-person camera in an everyday design.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Snap Considers Raising Outside Funds For Shipping Its AR Specs
Snap is considering raising money from outside investors to efficiently ship its Specs AR glasses, and has even discussed spinning it off as a separate company, The Information reports.
August 22, 2025 — Source

'Star Trek: Infection' is Bringing a Slice of VR Body Horror to Quest 3 This Year
Star Trek is getting a new VR game soon, this time injecting a hefty slice of body horror into a single-player narrative, pitting you against an infection ravaging your starship.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Super RC Races Onto Quest From Ultrawings Developer, Trailer & Discussion
Super RC races onto Quest headsets soon from the developer of the Ultrawings series.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Varjo Secures $5.8M Investment to Accelerate Military-Grade XR Hardware
Varjo, the Finland-based maker of high-end XR headsets, announced it's secured a €5 million (~$5.8 million) minority investment from THEON, the Greece-based manufacturer of military imaging systems.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Vivo Vision is Coming to China with Hopes of Undercutting Apple Vision Pro in Price & Weight
Chinese smartphone creator Vivo announced its 'Vision' XR headset back in March, and now the company has officially unveiled the device's spec sheet in addition to beginning live demos in China. In short, it's lighter and cheaper than Apple Vision Pro by a fair margin whilst taking more than few design cues in the process.
August 22, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 21st, 2025

Hauntify On Quest 3 Now Uses Lasertag's Continuous Scene Meshing
Hauntify on Quest 3 now uses Lasertag's continuous scene meshing, avoiding the problems of Meta's official room scanning system.
August 21, 2025 — Source

HBO launches new Harry Potter immersive environment on Apple Vision Pro
HBO Max has been a strong supporter of Apple Vision Pro from the start, offering a robust native app for visionOS with a Game of Thrones immersive environment.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Hogwarts Great Hall Opens To HBO Max Subscribers On Apple Vision Pro
HBO Max subscribers can now visit the Hogwarts Great Hall from Harry Potter in Apple Vision Pro headsets.
August 21, 2025 — Source

How Burning Man VR rebuilt after Microsoft shut it down
How Burning Man VR rebuilt after Microsoft shut it down
August 21, 2025 — Source

If You Can't Handle Horror In VR, Star Trek: Infection Isn't For You
Star Trek: Infection VR is a horror game through and through, and thus not for the faint of heart.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Venice Immersive 2025: Seven Projects We're Excited For
Venice Immersive is back once more in Italy next week, highlighting nearly 70 XR projects from across the globe.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Vivo Vision Is 40% Lighter Than Apple Vision Pro & "Could" Be 1/3 The Price
Vivo Vision is now being demoed in stores in China, and the company has revealed its key specifications.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Watch Video

Why Glassbreakers: Champions Of Moss Is Bucking The Free-To-Play Trend
With many VR multiplayer games going free-to-play, Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss is a curious exception going the opposite direction.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — August 19th, 2025

Meta CTO Gives Update On Quest 3's Long-Delayed Augments Feature
Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth gave an update on the progress of the long-delayed Quest 3 'Augments' persistent mini-apps feature.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Meta's next-gen smart glasses could land next month for less cash than you'd think
they might actually be within reach for normal humans.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Oakley Meta HSTN Glasses Preorders Open, Shipping Next Week
Regular Oakley Meta HSTN glasses can now be preordered, and will ship next week.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Why Meta's First HUD Glasses Will Only Have A Display In One Eye
Why will Meta's first HUD glasses only have a display in one eye? An explanation from Meta's CTO seems to provide the reason.
August 19, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 17th, 2025

Apple Code Leak Confirms 7 New Products: Here's the Full List
A recent software code leak has revealed Apple's plans for seven unannounced products, spanning displays, smart home devices, tablets, and wearables. This glimpse into Apple's future underscores the company's focus on advancing display technology, processing power, and connectivity.
August 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta's promising new display-enabled smart glasses are right around the corner, and this is how much you'll have to pay
Meta's new smart glasses are going to cost a lot less than anyone was expecting.
August 17, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 16th, 2025

CREAL Light Field Display AR Smart Glasses: Combine Digital and Physical Worlds
What if the way you see the world could be completely transformed, both literally and digitally? Imagine a wearable headset that not only corrects your vision with pinpoint precision but also immerses you in a world of true 3D depth, erasing the boundaries between physical and augmented realities. This isn't a distant dream; it's the promise of light field display technology, a new innovation poised to redefine vision care and augmented reality (AR).
August 16, 2025 — Source

Disney+ On Apple Vision Pro Gets Alien: Earth Environment
The Disney+ app on visionOS now has an Alien: Earth environment.
August 16, 2025 — Source

XR News Round-Up: Exoshock, Reach, The Phoenix Gene, Slime Lab & More
Our XR News Roundup is back once more, featuring more recent news stories across VR.
August 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — August 11th, 2025

Apple M5 MacBook Pro Launch Pushed to 2026, OLED Model May Follow
Apple's M5 MacBook Pro is now expected to launch in early 2026, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. However, with rumors of an OLED M6 version arriving later that year, some buyers may choose to wait.
August 11, 2025 — Source

BeamXR Live Lets You Stream To Twitch & YouTube From Quest Without A PC
BeamXR Live on Quest lets you stream to Twitch and YouTube without needing a PC.
August 11, 2025 — Source

I tried Meta's new Oakley smart glasses in my production studio - my verdict as a content creator
Hands-free 3K video sounds impressive - but is it worth the trade-offs? I tested the buzzed-about smart glasses in the studio to find out.
August 11, 2025 — Source

McDonald's Gets Official Meta Horizon Worlds & WebXR Experience
An official McDonald's VR experience launches in Meta Horizon Worlds and on the web tomorrow.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Meta's Quest Runtime Optimizer Helps Unity Developers Fix Performance Bottlenecks
Meta's Quest Runtime Optimizer for Unity identifies performance bottlenecks and gives actionable tips for fixing them, helping developers maximize frame rates.
August 11, 2025 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2025.08.11): Genie 3 shows a new way of doing 3D experiences, Meta adds new AI features to Horizon Worlds, and more!
This week, we did not have mindblowing XR-related news, but there are a few things that happened related to innovation and R&D that are worth a read. Let's say that for sure, there has been much more to be excited about in AI thanks to the release of GPT-5...
August 11, 2025 — Source

Xtadium Now Available In The UK, Bringing 180° Wimbledon & Boxing Highlights
Immersive sports app Xtadium is now available in the UK, though its content is very different, focusing on highlights and BTS clips over livestreams.
August 11, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 8th, 2025

Beat Saber Was The Best-Selling PS VR2 Game In July, Despite Ending Support
Despite recently ending PlayStation support, Beat Saber was the best-selling game in July's PlayStation VR2 download charts.
August 8, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 4th, 2025

Instagram On Quest Now AI-Converts Videos To 3D Too
You can now scroll Instagram Reels on a huge 3D virtual screen.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Meta Got 3 Full-Body Codec Avatars Running In Real-Time On Quest 3
Meta distilled its full-body Codec Avatars tech to render 3 at once on Quest 3 standalone, with some notable tradeoffs.
August 4, 2025 — Source

The Room VR & Starship Troopers Are August's Horizon+ Monthly Games On Quest
The Room VR and Starship Troopers: Continuum are the Meta Horizon+ monthly redeemable games for August 2025 on Quest.
August 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

VR Is in a Really Bad Place Right Now and Smart Glasses Are to Blame
Quest who? Never heard of her.
August 4, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 3rd, 2025

DJI Osmo 360 Captures HDR 8K 360° Video At 50FPS
DJI just launched its first 360° camera, called Osmo 360.
August 3, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 2nd, 2025

Besiege VR Review: A Physics Sandbox That Always Belonged In VR
Besiege VR is a sandbox for chaos and destruction. When the flatscreen game first released on Steam in early access in 2015, the simplicity and freedom in how you solve the myriad puzzles it placed in front of you captured the imagination of many. There wasn't a story to distract you, more a framing device that you were an invader seeking to conquer the land (the puzzles) placed in front of you.
August 2, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 1st, 2025

Apple notches largest revenue growth since December 2021; Mac business grew the fastest during the June quarter
Apple announced third-quarter earnings on Thursday, surpassing Wall Street's profit and revenue forecasts. The Mac division led growth among Apple's segments in the June quarter, with iPhone sales rising 13% year-over-year and total revenue increasing 10%, marking the company's strongest quarterly revenue growth since December 2021.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Best Smart Glasses in 2025
Devices like the Meta Ray Bans can be surprisingly good, but they're evolving fast, so you'll probably want to wait right now.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Crystal Commanders Update 2.0 Adds New Maps, Voice Chat & More
Crystal Commanders, a mixed reality and VR real-time strategy game, received a major content update with Version 2.0.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Nanodevice uses sound to sculpt light, paving the way for better displays and imaging
Researchers have found a novel way to use high-frequency acoustic waves to mechanically manipulate light at the nanometer scale. Potential applications include everything from ultrathin screens to optimized holographic VR headsets.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Samsung Confirms 'Project Moohan' XR Headset is Still Coming This Year
Samsung didn't highlight its upcoming mixed reality headset at Unpacked last month, nor at Google I/O the month prior—but no fear, the South Korean tech giant confirmed its Android XR-based headset is still coming this year.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Syberia VR Gets First Trailer, Teasing Quest 3 Gameplay
Classic point-and-click adventure Syberia dropped a new trailer for its upcoming VR edition on Quest 3.
August 1, 2025 — Source

This phenomenal gaming headset proves some companies DO listen to us — and it's totally awesome when they do
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is like Razer made a list of every single complaint about the last version and solved them one by one.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Touching the Sky Is An Hour-Long 3D 360° Experience From Red Bull & Meta
Touching the Sky is an hour-long 3D 360° experience from Red Bull and Meta, available for free on Meta Quest TV.
August 1, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 29th, 2025

August VR Games Showcase Features Glassbreakers, Forefront & Flat2VR Reveals
Next month's VR Games Showcase promises updates from Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss, Forefront, Flat2VR Studios, and more.
July 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

New VR Games & Releases August 2025: Quest, SteamVR, & PlayStation VR2
August is relatively quiet for new VR games right now, but we've rounded up a few highlights.
July 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Ray-Ban Meta sales triple, while Apple's answer is nowhere in sight
The AI glasses segment grows, and Meta is left alone to reign as champion
July 29, 2025 — Source or Source

VR Life Sim Little Planet Goes To Free-To-Play On Quest This Fall
VR life simulator sandbox Little Planet is going free-to-play with this year's full release, and we interviewed the developer to learn more.
July 29, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 26th, 2025

bHaptics TactSuit Air, TactSuit Pro & TactSleeve Review
I suited up in the latest vests and armbands from bHaptics to explore just how far down the haptics rabbit hole these peripherals can take you.
July 26, 2025 — Source

China's Smart Glasses Are Once Again Going All the Way Off
Smart glasses out of China are operating on another level, and a rumored pair from Alibaba is the latest example.
July 26, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 25th, 2025

Brilliant Labs to Launch Next-gen Smart Glasses on July 31st
Brilliant Labs announced it's getting ready to launch its next generation of smart glasses at the end of the month, making it the company's third device since it was founded in 2019.
July 25, 2025 — Source

D&D-Based Dungeon Full Dive Goes Free As Studio Shuts Down
Dungeon Full Dive's developer is shutting down, and it's making the VR tabletop RPG toolkit's $50 GM Edition free.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Even killer OLED monitor can't touch Studio Display [Setups]
Though relatively high costs is a perennial complaint about Apple's popular Studio Display, the 5K resolution monitor with a fair number of bells and whistles continues to gain fans willing to pay. Today's setup belongs to a gamer with a MacBook Pro and a gaming PC, plus a Studio Display and a 240Hz OLED monitor.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Spotify Web App Now Available On Quest's Horizon Store
Spotify's web app is now available on Quest's Meta Horizon Store.
July 25, 2025 — Source

VRMMO 'Eldramoor: Haven in the Mist' Kickstarter Concludes with $170,000
The Kickstarter campaign for Eldramoor: Haven in the Mist has come to an end, nabbing developer Resolute Games over $170,000 to bring its ambitious VR MMORPG to life.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Your MacBook is getting a major upgrade for free - 5 MacOS 26 features I'm trying right now
The MacOS Tahoe beta just went live to the public. Here's how to tell if your Mac can run it, and five of the most-anticipated features to test out.
July 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 22nd, 2025

Le Mans Ultimate Enters Full Release On PC VR
Previously launched in early access, Le Mans Ultimate now enters full release on PC VR.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Ready At Dawn's Co-Founder Believes VR Needs More Competition & Innovation
In a new interview, Ready at Dawn's co-founder said he believes not enough developers are pushing the boundaries of VR.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Sharp Is Developing A Hybrid Haptic VR Glove & Controller
Sharp is making a hybrid VR glove and controller, combining tactile feedback with buttons and a thumbstick, though hasn't yet decided whether to sell it.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Xiaomi AI Glasses hands-on: a promising first-gen product
A few weeks ago, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi released to the public its AI smartglasses. The Xiaomi AI Smartglasses are currently available online in China, but many people in the XR communities in the West started wondering if they are any good, and especially how they compare with the more famous Ray-Ban Meta. Well, today we are here to answer all of these questions.
July 22, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 19th, 2025

I spent a weekend with Meta's new Oakley smart glasses - they beat my Ray-Bans in every way
Meta's new Oakley smart glasses offer an impressive eight hours of battery life and can record 3K video, all while maintaining a stylish design.
July 19, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 18th, 2025

Brazen Blaze Is The Latest VR Multiplayer Game Going Free-To-Play
Brazen Blaze, a melee-focused 3v3 VR multiplayer brawler, is now free-to-play on Quest on Steam.
July 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Engineering Puzzle Sandbox Bridge Constructor Studio Reaches PC VR & PS VR2
Engineering puzzle sandbox Bridge Constructor Studio is out now on PC VR and PlayStation VR2.
July 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pico Reportedly Developing Slim & Light Mixed Reality 'Goggles' to Rival Next-Gen Meta Headset
Pico, the XR headset maker owned by TikTok parent ByteDance, is reportedly developing a mixed reality device aimed at rivaling Meta's next-generation XR headset.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Varjo is Pulling Support for All of Its Older XR Headsets Next Year
Varjo announced that starting next year, it's no longer supporting its fleet of third generation XR headsets, which includes XR-3, VR-3, and Varjo Aero.
July 18, 2025 — Source

VR training can help build empathy in the workplace
A new study led by researchers at the Stanford Accelerator for Learning explores how companies can use immersive technology to boost new managers' relational skills.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Wanderer: The Fragments Of Fate PC VR Demo Now Live On Steam
A free PC VR demo for Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate is now available.
July 18, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 17th, 2025

9to5Mac Daily: July 17, 2025 -- Apple News+ puzzles, more
iPhone 17 Pro could get exclusive new anti-reflective display. Apple News+ launches clever new 'Emoji Game' for iOS 18.4 and later. iPhone 17 Pro might not feature this display upgrade after all.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Ascent Quest Is An Online Fantasy RPG Coming To VR
Ascent Quest is a high-fantasy VR adventure game targeting an early access launch next year.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Clone Drone In The Hyperdome Gets Endless Mode In Major Skyscrapper Update Soon
VR voxel fighting game Clone Drone in the Hyperdome is introducing a new game mode and more in its Skyscrapper Update.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Bigscreen Reveals 'VRChat Edition' of Beyond 2e PC VR Headset, Releasing in September
Bigscreen unveiled a new 'VRChat Edition' of its slim and light Beyond 2e PC VR headset, which the company says is specifically designed for die-hard users of VR's most popular social platform.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Hands-on: 'Clone Drone' Gets Endless 'Skyscrapper' Update July 27th, Bringing a Ton of New Content
Clone Drone in the Hyperdome (2024) is pretty amazing on its own, offering up enough frangible voxel-baddies to swing a katana at across its Crashloop story mode. Coming July 27th, Clone Drone is getting a fresh injection of content with its new 'Skyscrapper' endless mode, letting you scrap through increasingly difficult challenges until your very last clone is slashed to bits.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sci-Fi Horror Shooter The Warp: Cephisso Gets PC VR Demo Today
The Warp: Cephisso is a narrative-driven sci-fi horror game heading to Steam this year, and a PC VR demo is now live.
July 17, 2025 — Source

The Atomic Purple Game Boy of VR Headsets Is Here, and It's Glorious
BigScreen is back with a limited edition VRchat version of its Beyond 2 headset, and it's got big Game Boy energy.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Venice Immersive Announces 2025 Competition Line-Up
Venice Immersive returns once more next month, featuring nearly 70 XR projects from dozens of countries.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Viture's immersive 3D video is the kind of voodoo magic I expect from XR glasses
Anything can be upgraded to 3D with Viture's new software, including movies, games, and even photos.
July 17, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 14th, 2025

'Dead Space' Style Sci-fi Horror Game 'Memoreum' Delayed to October
Indie VR studio Patient 8 Games released a new trailer for Memoreum during UploadVR's summer games showcase, revealing it's coming a little later than planned.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Expansion of Cozy Puzzle Adventure 'Hidden Memories' Comes to Quest & PC VR in August
Indie studio The Voxel Agents announced a VR expansion of their hit puzzle adventure Hidden Memories (2018) is coming to Quest and SteamVR headsets in August.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

MacGyver-inspired Puzzle Adventure 'Fixer Undercover' Comes to Quest & PC VR Next Year
Indie studio Creativity AR announced its MacGyver-inspired VR puzzle adventure Fixer Undercover is coming to Quest and SteamVR headsets next year.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Pack Your Winter Coat As Frost Survival VR Launches Next Month
Frost Survival VR is an icy wilderness challenge coming to Quest and Steam next month.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Developer Diary Shares New Concept Art
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' upcoming VR game shared new concept art in a recent developer diary.
July 14, 2025 — Source

The Pirate: Republic of Nassau Is An Open-World VR Pirate Game
The Pirate: Republic of Nassau, an open-world pirate game from the Warplanes team, is out now on Quest in early access.
July 14, 2025 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2025.07.14): XPANCEO becomes a unicorn, Upload delivers another Showcase, and more!
An Italian tennis player has just won the Wimbledon tennis tournament for the first time in history. Now, as an Italian myself, I feel compelled to also do something that has never happened in history. If you have some good ideas, let me know in the comments!
July 14, 2025 — Source

'Unseen Diplomacy 2' Shows Off More Room-scale Spy Madness in New Trailer
During Upload VR's summer game showcase, developer Triangular Pixels showed off more of its upcoming sequel to spy-flavored puzzle adventure Unseen Diplomacy (2016).
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — July 13th, 2025

The MacOS 26 public beta is here - How to install (and which models support it)
Apple just opened up the MacOS 26 "Tahoe" beta to the public. You can get an early look at the new features and liquid glass UI now. Here's how.
July 13, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 12th, 2025

These '4K-Like' AR Glasses Are Actually Only 1080p, but I Want Them All the Same
Viture made some good-looking glasses with some questionable marketing.
July 12, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 11th, 2025

Apple Has Big Vision Pro Plans for 2027, Including Smart Glasses, Analyst Says
An updated Apple Vision Pro could also be coming later this year.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro 2 could launch later this year, powered by M4 chip
Still unlikely to be affordable
July 11, 2025 — Source

Bearly Escape Gets Full Release Today On Quest And Steam
Claw machine puzzler Bearly Escape received its full release today on PC VR and Quest.
July 11, 2025 — Source

CREAL Secures $8.9M Funding to Miniaturize Light Field Display for AR Glasses
Switzerland-based light field display startup CREAL announced its closed a $8.9 million equity funding round, which the company says will accelerate the miniaturization of its light field module for AR glasses.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Fixer Undercover VR Is A MacGyver-Inspired Puzzler Coming To Steam
Fixer Undercover is a quirky puzzle game coming to Steam and Quest early next year.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Hands-On: StrikerVR Mavrik Haptic Gun In Under Cover, Tower Tag & Laser Limbo
Designed with powerful haptics, the StrikerVR Mavrik Blaster aims to redefine the way players engage with shooting games in VR and mixed reality. We put this new gun controller to the test across the games it currently supports, so read on for our hands-on impressions.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Hide The Corpse Confirms PlayStation VR2 Release Date
Hide The Corpse is heading to PlayStation VR2 next month
July 11, 2025 — Source

'Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between' Brings Time-Bending Magic to Meta Quest
When we first created The Gardens Between, it was a love letter to the friendships we cherished in our childhood, the adventures that shaped us, and the bonds that defined us. Seven years later, with our own children experiencing their own bittersweet friendships, the game has taken on a profound new meaning.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Match Point Tennis Will Add Fresh Challenges, Customization And More In Summer Update
Free-to-play sports sim Match Point Tennis is adding new avatar customizability and player challenges with a major update soon.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Reach Offers New Look At Its VR Action Gameplay
Reach, nDreams' upcoming VR action-adventure game, provided a new look at gameplay.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Sky Runner: Drone Hero Gets Full Release This Month
Sky Runner: Drone Hero will officially launch in a "reimagined" form with new content later this month on Quest 3.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Walkabout Mini Golf Passport Series Visits An Incredible New Location In August
Walkabout Mini Golf is starting to tease its next course releasing in August.
July 11, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 10th, 2025

After One Key Change, Meta's Quest UI Overhaul Has Gone From Bad To Great
The Quest system UI overhaul launched to testers in May, with key improvements but an ugly semi-opaque grey "cloud" background. Now, Meta has gotten rid of it.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Apple Could Launch the Second-Gen Vision Pro in 2025
Apple is reportedly launching a second-gen Vision Pro headset by the end of 2025, featuring a faster M4 chip, improved comfort, and deeper AI integration. While the first model showcased impressive tech, its high price and limited ecosystem held it back—leaving Apple with ground to cover against rivals like Meta, Samsung, and Google.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Apple Plans Vision Pro 2 Upgrade with M4 SoC Inside
Apple is preparing to release a major update for its Vision Pro headset before the end of the year. Inside, the current M2 chip will be replaced by the newer M4 SoC, built on a 3 nm process from TSMC. That extra shrink brings noticeably better CPU and GPU performance and a more capable neural engine, so you'll see smoother AI-powered features right on the headset.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Apple's Next Vision Pro May Come Sooner Than You Think, but With One Big Letdown
A new Vision Pro may be upon us, but maybe not the one you're hoping for.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Billie Eilish's Birds Of A Feather Comes To Beat Saber
Billie Eilish's Birds of a Feather is now available in Beat Saber.
July 10, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

'Grit and Valor -- 1949' Brings Real-time Roguelite Tactics to All Major VR Headsets Next Month
Grit and Valor -- 1949 (2025) is getting VR support soon, bringing the game's real-time roguelite action to Quest, PSVR 2 and SteamVR headsets.
July 10, 2025 — Source

How Vision OS 26 is Redefining Reality: New Features, Apps and Vision AI
What if the line between the physical and digital worlds wasn't just blurred but completely redefined? With Apple's Vision OS 26, that future is no longer a distant dream—it's here. This new operating system is more than just an upgrade; it's a bold leap into the next era of extended reality (XR).
July 10, 2025 — Source

Meta Reportedly Invests $3.5 Billion in EssilorLuxottica, Further Strengthening Smart Glasses Partnership
It was rumored last year that Meta was seeking a minority stake in French-Italian eyewear conglomerate EssilorLuxottica, not only the largest eyewear manufacturer in the world, but also Meta's partner behind its growing line of smart glasses. Now, a new report suggests the deal has gone through.
July 10, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 7th, 2025

25 Free Games & Apps Quest 3S Owners Should Download First
Not ready to plonk down your first $100 on Quest games? Thankfully there's an impressive number of free games, experiences, apps, and social VR platforms to keep you playing before you're paying.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Prison Boss Prohibition Review: A Cracking Business Simulator
There's a question that circulates in my friend group fairly often: Who among us could pull off real-life crimes? Based on my clumsiness and eagerness to fess up when I make a mistake, I'm often ruled out of the race. Still, I've always wondered... Do I have the grit to run a criminal organization? Well, thanks to developer Trebuchet's quirky bootlegging simulator, Prison Boss Prohibition, I've finally got the answer to that question.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Spatial Design Platform ShapesXR Adds New Animation Feature Tomorrow
ShapesXR, a design and prototyping platform for 3D and spatial experiences, is introducing a new animation feature tomorrow.
July 7, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 30th, 2025

After Vision Pro's Flop, Apple Doubles Down on Headsets
Apple is reportedly developing seven head-mounted products, including new versions of the Vision Pro and smart glasses, in a bid to reshape how we consume content. Despite a slow start with the Vision Pro, Apple appears committed to competing with Meta, Google, and others in the growing AR and XR wearables space.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Apple has an incredibly ambitious roadmap for smart glasses and headsets, report claims
Plenty of things in that pipeline.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Apple is reportedly working on a bunch of new XR devices
Smart glasses and a Vision Air headset are planned for 2027, according to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Apple Reportedly Has Numerous XR Headsets & Glasses Coming Between Now & 2028
Independent tech analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Apple's XR and smart glasses roadmap will feature multiple XR devices, including a spec-bumped Vision Pro slated to release later this year. At the far end of the spectrum, Kuo also says Apple is making AR glasses, reportedly coming in 2028.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Cellid Successfully Develops Compact Wide Micro Projector with Wider Field of View
Cellid Inc., a developer of displays and spatial recognition engines for next-generation AR glasses today announced the successful development of a micro projector for AR glasses capable of projecting AR images with a wide field of view (FOV) of 60°. This was previously considered difficult to achieve with conventional off-the-shelf products.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Lighter, cheaper Vision Air could rescue Apple's headset dream
The Vision Air is on the drawing board at Apple, according to a trusted analyst. This more consumer-friendly version of the Vision Pro AR headset reportedly will weigh less and cost less. But it won't be out soon.
June 30, 2025 — Source

PianoCafe' is a Wildly Creative Approach to Gamifying Piano Lessons
As with any instrument, learning the piano can be intimidating when you first start out. But indie developer Plai Technologies is developing an interesting approach to gamifying piano lessons with its upcoming mixed reality app, PianoCafe.
June 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

With visionOS 26, the wonder of Apple's AR is finally real
Spatial computing has to be about something other than floating iPad apps—and Apple is finally close to getting it right.
June 30, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 29th, 2025

These XR glasses gave me a 200-inch OLED screen to work with - and they're priced well
XR glasses are now a staple in my travel kit - and so far, the RayNeo Air 3S offer the best bang for the buck of any I've tested.
June 29, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 25th, 2025

Bandai Namco's Hit Puzzle Platformer Series 'Little Nightmares' is Coming to VR Soon
Bandai Namco announced that a new entry into the hit puzzle-platformer franchise Little Nightmares is coming to VR.
June 25, 2025 — Source

New 'Kayak VR' DLC Lets You Go Cave-kayaking with a Friend in a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Locale
Better Than Life has released a new paid DLC environment for its multiplayer kayaking game Kayak VR: Mirage (2022), this time taking inspiration from Yucatán, Mexico for some lush cenotes and mysterious caves.
June 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Solos' New AI Smart Glasses Let You Stream Directly from Your Face
Solos has unveiled two new AI-powered smart glasses—the AirGo A5 and AirGo V2—positioning itself as a potential alternative to Meta in the growing wearables market. With features like voice-activated AI, a modular design, and even a stabilized camera on the V2. The latter also lets you start streaming via Wi-Fi.
June 25, 2025 — Source

'The Invisible Hours' Creator Aims to Bring Immersive Mystery to Modern VR Headsets, TV & Film
Rob Yescombe, co-creator of immersive VR mystery game The Invisible Hours (2017), recently regained the rights to the game, which he says could led to a remaster across modern VR headsets, as well as TV and film.
June 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 23rd, 2025

FunFitLand Is A Compelling Workout On Quest With Mixed Reality & Hand Tracking
Over the past 14 months I've lost more than 35 pounds working out primarily in VR.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Leaked images hint that an Xbox-themed Meta 3S headset is releasing soon
Microsoft has been all over the place when it comes to what comes next. The company is supposed to be hard at work on the next-generation console (that may or may not be releasing some time in 2027), allowing the Xbox Series X/S consoles to tap out and give way to the next level of gaming technologies. But it doesn't just stop there, as the company has also been working on various relationships with partner companies for alternative access scenarios for Xbox Game Pass titles.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Rokid's Max 2 AR glasses let you take a 215-inch screen anywhere — and they're magnificent
A comfortable design and good adjustability gives these glasses an easy win.
June 23, 2025 — Source

VRider SBK Races Onto PS VR2 And PC VR Soon
Developed by Funny Tales, VRider SBK is a motorbike racing simulator that allows players to compete in various racing game modes for vehicular glory. Initially released on Quest last year, VRider SBK is now launching on PS VR2 and Steam at the end of June, bringing performance improvements and an upgraded grid with it.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — June 22nd, 2025

Engineer creates ad-block for the real world with augmented reality glasses — no more products or branding in your everyday life
Recreate 'They Live' with Snapchat's AR goggles.
June 22, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 20th, 2025

Hands-on: Prophesee enables eye tracking with very low power consumption
At AWE, I have been able to go hands-on with a new way to perform eye tracking, which is with event cameras from Prophesee.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Introducing Oakley Meta Glasses, a New Category of Performance AI Glasses
Meta and Oakley are collaborating to deliver a brand-new category of Performance AI glasses.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Japan's TDK Acquires Smart Glasses Maker SoftEye to Advance Wearable AI Tech
TDK, the Japan-based electronic component and software company, announced it's acquired SoftEye, the US-based smart glasses hardware and software maker.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta and Oakley announce new 'perfomance AI' smart glasses for athletes
The frames are inspired by Oakley's HSTN design and the first model costs $499.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta and Oakley Just Dropped Smart Glasses for Your Inner Action Hero
Meta and Oakley have officially teamed up to launch the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses — a bold alternative to the Ray-Ban line. These new glasses pack upgraded 3K video recording, improved 8-hour battery life, open-ear audio, and built-in Meta AI for hands-free help on the go. Starting at $399, with a limited edition 24K gold-accented version dropping July 11, this collab blends tech and sport in true Oakley style.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Meta Reveals Oakley Smart Glasses, Promising Better Video Capture & Longer Battery Life at $400
As a part of the extended collaboration, Meta and EssilorLuxottica today unveiled Oakley Meta HSTN (pronounced HOW-stuhn), the companies' next smart glasses following the release of Ray-Ban Meta in 2023.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Meta's New Oakley Smart Glasses Coming in July Boost Their Battery Life and Camera
These new glasses will have a longer-lasting battery and higher-res video. Meta's head of wearables explains what's new ahead of their release.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Oakley Meta Glasses versus Ray-Ban Meta: What's The Difference?
Meta has just launched a fresh pair of camera-equipped smart glasses in partnership with Oakley, pushing them as a sportier alternative to the style-focused Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses. Officially sold under the Oakley Meta HSTN name, the new smart glasses offer a few crucial upgrades over their Ray-Ban siblings, ranging from a sturdier build and better battery life to improved video capture capabilities and more advanced lens options.
June 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Oakley Meta HSTN Glasses Have Double The Battery Life Of Ray-Bans & Capture 3K Video
Oakley Meta HSTN glasses are official, after months of rumors and a tease earlier this week.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Oakley x Meta smart glasses: 8h battery life, better camera, more
Meta's smart glasses experiment is moving into its next phase. After scoring a surprise hit with its Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, the company is now teaming up with Oakley for a more rugged, sport-focused lineup and good tech upgrades.
June 20, 2025 — Source

The Thrill Of The Fight 2 Major Update Adds Casual Matches & New Venue
The Thrill of the Fight 2 received a major update with a new venue, casual matchmaking and more.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Undead Citadel Reaches PlayStation VR2 Next Week
Undead Citadel, a medieval-era VR action game, arrives next week on PlayStation VR2.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Yep, GoPro Should Be Really Worried About Meta's New 'Performance' Smart Glasses
Meta's New Oakley HSTN smart glasses have a "pro" camera and longer battery life compared to Ray-Ban smart glasses.
June 20, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 18th, 2025

Alliance Peacefighter Aims For The Stars With Frantic Space Action And Great Controls
Alliance Peacefighter has finally launched onto Steam, having been pulled from its original June 4 release at the eleventh hour and given two extra weeks in development space dock.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Beat Saber Is Ending PlayStation VR & PS VR2 Support
Beat Saber won't release any new content on PlayStation VR and PS VR2, and multiplayer will shut down for both headsets in January.
June 18, 2025 — Source or Source

Escaping Wonderland Takes The Whimsical Adventure To Steam & PS VR2
Whimsical first-person puzzle adventure Escaping Wonderland arrives today on Steam and PlayStation VR2.
June 18, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Into the Radius' Studio to Release Time-Bending Puzzle 'UnLoop' on Quest & PC VR in September
CM Games, the studio behind the Into the Radius series, announced it's releasing its next game UnLoop in September, bringing single-player puzzles with a unique time-looping twist.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Meta Teases AI Generation Of Entire Horizon Worlds Coming "Very Soon"
Meta's Horizon Worlds Desktop Editor is getting AI Environment Generation "very soon", teased to let creators generate entire worlds from a text prompt.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Meta Wants to Make Smart Glasses Fashion—Enter Prada
Meta may be expanding its smart glasses lineup through a potential collaboration with luxury fashion brand Prada, according to a CNBC report. While Meta's current Ray-Ban partnership targets casual users, a Prada-branded model could appeal to fashion-forward consumers looking for a more premium wearable experience.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Meta-owned Dev Team of 'Onward' is Being Dismantled Following Major Game Update
Onward (2020), the tactical mil-sim shooter from Meta-owned Downpour Interactive, got its big 2.0 update in March, bringing improved visuals and a host of new content to the game. Now, Downpour Interactive announced that Meta is shutting down the studio, effectively halting development and moving employees to sister studio Camouflaj.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Samsung could unveil its Galaxy XR headset 'Project Moohan' in September
Next month, Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold7, the Galaxy Z Flip7, and an affordable Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, along with the Galaxy Watch8 series. However, the launches don't end there. A fresh report out of South Korea hints that Samsung could launch its much-awaited Galaxy XR augmented reality headset in September.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Samsung XR Headset Launch Date Leaks: Get Ready for the Future
Samsung's XR headset launch date has reportedly leaked, with an unveiling set for September 29, 2025, in South Korea. The device, powered by Android XR and developed with Google, aims for an October 13, 2025, South Korean availability, followed by global expansion.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Samsung's Apple Vision Pro Rival: Leak Reveals September Launch Date
Project Moohan will use the Android XR platform, which Samsung developed in partnership with Google.
June 18, 2025 — Source

These XR glasses gave me a 220-inch screen to work with - and I can't go back
The latest Xreal One Pro AR glasses are a big win for me, offering a premium experience tailored for both productivity and entertainment.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro's New Personas Are a Big Improvement, But How Will They Scale to Smaller Headsets?
Apple is bringing a huge visual upgrade to its Persona avatars on Vision Pro in VisionOS 26. After seeing the new system first-hand, it's hard not to be impressed. But a major question remains—how will Apple overcome the challenge of bringing this level of fidelity to smaller headsets with even less room for the cameras that are essential for this kind of tech?
June 18, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 16th, 2025

An Apple Executive Publicly Showed Their visionOS Persona For The First Time
For the first time, an Apple executive has shown themselves using their visionOS Persona.
June 16, 2025 — Source

At Least 10 Million People Now Own Beat Saber On Quest Alone
10 million Quest owners have completed at least one track of Beat Saber standalone on their headset.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Disney in Talks with Jim Henson Company to Bring 'The Muppets' to VR
Jim Henson's Muppets could be coming to VR following talks with Disney—possibly offering a clue at the sort of content Meta reportedly hopes to bring to its next VR headset.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Meta Oakley smart glasses are real. Here's what to expect from Friday's announcement
A new generation of smart glasses is upon us, with an announcement expected Friday, June 20.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Meta Teams Up with Oakley, Because Apparently Ray-Ban Wasn't Sporty Enough
Meta is officially teaming up with Oakley for its next pair of smart glasses, following the success of its Ray-Ban collaboration. Teased on a new Oakley Meta Instagram account, the launch is set for June 20.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Oakley Meta Glasses Seem To Be Launching On Friday
A new verified Instagram page called "Oakley | Meta" posted a collaborative video with the official Meta and Oakley pages teasing the June 20 launch, and the video has been reposted by Mark Zuckerberg.
June 16, 2025 — Source

One of Quest's Most Popular Single-player Games Gets Multiplayer Mode as Social Sandboxes Take Over
Sandbox adventure I Am Cat (2024) is all about stretching your chubby little paws, exploring the neighborhood, playing with dynamite—you know, cat things. Now the hit single-player game just got a new update that brings multiplayer lobbies to the mix, following an increasing trend in social VR games taking over.
June 16, 2025 — Source

The Connectome Demo At AWE Shows How Connect The Dots Can Be Spatial
Connect the dots takes on a whole new dimension of color, scale, and fluidity in virtual reality with Connectome on Quest.
June 16, 2025 — Source

What We Know So Far About Anduril's 'Eagle Eye' Military XR Headset and Founder's Reunion With Meta
Claimed to be "several times higher resolution in capability than even Apple Vision Pro"
June 16, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 13th, 2025

9to5Mac Daily: June 13, 2025 -- tvOS 26 features, iPadOS tidbits
iOS 26: Apple will expand family tools for child accounts, tvOS 26 will turn your iPhone into a karaoke mic, Apple TV brings a beautiful redesign and enhanced home entertainment experience -- Apple, Craig Federighi explains why it took so long to make the iPad more Mac-like.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Dreams Of Another Has An Exclusive First Person Mode On PlayStation VR2
Dreams of Another, the next entry in the PixelJunk series, has an exclusive VR only first person mode on PlayStation VR2.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Five Nights At Freddy's: Secret Of The Mimic Will Add VR Support Post-Launch
Though it's absent from today's flatscreen launch, Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic will receive VR support post-release.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Google's First 'Beam' Videoconferencing Device is 'HP Dimension', Coming Late 2025 at $25,000
HP announced last year it was going to be the first to offer hardware based on Google Beam (formerly 'Project Starline'), the light field-based 3D videoconferencing platform. Now, HP unveiled 'Dimension', which is being pitched to enterprise at $25,000 a pop.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Intel discontinues first Arc Alchemist GPUs, mobile and desktop models on the list
Intel has put its first Alchemist graphics cards on the EOL (End of Life) list.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Le Mans Ultimate Leaves Early Access Next Month On SteamVR
Le Mans Ultimate, an official game for the FIA World Endurance Championship, enters full release next month on SteamVR
June 13, 2025 — Source

Little Thief Review: Boring, Lifeless & A Befuddling Number Of Bathrooms
Stealing is bad, but the impish glee at pretending to steal can be very addictive.
June 13, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 gets 20 Gbps GDDR6 memory, matching Radeon RX 9000 series
NVIDIA preparing RTX 5050 desktop GPU with GDDR6 memory
June 13, 2025 — Source

Omega Pilot Evolution Races Towards Quest, PS VR2 & Pico
Omega Pilot Evolution is a high-speed VR futuristic racing game heading to Quest, Pico and PlayStation VR2.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Reach Invites High Intensity VR Action With Open Arms
As I jumped over buildings and quickly flinged to rooftops, Reach made me glad to have accrued VR legs in the past few years. The debut title by nDreams Elevation takes cues from existing mechanics and the studio's own institutional knowledge of the space, and turns them up to eleven.
June 13, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 9th, 2025

Apple Brings More Features To visionOS 26, Such As PSVR 2 Controller Support, First-Party Native Apps, Enhanced Widgets, And Unlocking iPhone With The Vision Pro
Those who spent a ludicrous sum on the Apple Vision Pro will be the first to enjoy visionOS 26, as the company has announced the new update to enhance the software experience on the mixed-reality headset. Starting with widgets, these can transform into spatial objects that integrate seamlessly into users' physical environments. Additions like Clock, Weather, Music, and Photos are not only customizable but also deliver unique interactions.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Apple's visionOS 26 adds PSVR2 controller support and spatial widgets to the Vision Pro
Apple will also make its Persona avatars appear more natural and familiar in the Vision Pro's next big update.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Swings Onto Pico 4
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable is now available on Pico 4 with motion tracker support.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Hidden Memories Of The Gardens Between Is A Chilled Hands-Off Puzzler
The Gardens Between is one of those indie darlings that absolutely enraptured just about everyone who played it, and was apparently released nearly seven years ago in 2018. Ignoring the panic attack that timeline has caused for anyone who played the flat version, I never expected to see this gem pop up in virtual reality. There's a bit of a trend there, really, but that's a conversation for another day. Today is for Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between, a VR reimagining of it.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Meta's Next Headset Could Have Micro-OLED Panels, Auto IPD Adjustment & Iris Unlock
Datamining could reveal key features of Meta's next headset, and a potential leak suggests it will feature micro-OLED panels.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Steam Next Fest - June 2025 Features Over 30 PC VR Demos
From Ghost Town to Virtual Skate, Steam Next Fest is now live with over 30 participating PC VR games.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Unofficial SteamVR Driver Will Reportedly Enable Support for WMR Headsets on Latest Windows Versions
Microsoft pulled the plug on support for its entire WMR platform on Windows 11 last year, putting an official end to the company's foray into PC VR headsets. Now, an unofficial SteamVR driver hopes to bring it back.
June 9, 2025 — Source

visionOS 26 announced with spatial widgets, all-new Personas, more
visionOS 26 is official. Today during WWDC, Apple announced the next major software update for Vision Pro. Here's a roundup of new features coming to Vision Pro in visionOS 26.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

visionOS 26 Brings PS VR2 Controllers, Photorealistic Personas, Spatial Scenes & More
visionOS 26 will bring PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers & Logitech Muse stylus support, much more realistic Personas, spatial Widgets, 90Hz hand tracking, volumetric Spatial Scenes, local SharePlay, and much more.
June 9, 2025 — Source

visionOS 26 developer beta 1 is now up
Apple just wrapped up its WWDC25 keynote, and visionOS 26 is now available as a developer beta, alongside the rest of its platforms. Here's how to install it.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro is Getting a Major Visual Upgrade to Its 'Persona' Avatars
Apple 'Personas' on Vision Pro are already the most likelife real-time avatars you can find on any headset today, but in the next version of visionOS, they're taking another step forward.
June 9, 2025 — Source

VRider SBK Races Onto PS VR2 And PC VR Soon
VRider SBK, an official game of the Superbike World Championship, is making its PS VR2 and Steam debut later this month.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro Update to Finally Let Developers Make Co-located AR Experiences
Apple's next big Vision Pro update, coming in visionOS 26 later this year, is adding the ability for developers to create co-located AR experiences so users can interact with the same app, 3D model, and more.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Vision Pro's Next Big Update Will Add Anchored Widgets That Live Around Your House
Apple today announced at WWDC that Vision Pro is getting spatialized Widgets, coming along when visionOS 26 drops later this year.
June 9, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 6th, 2025

Atompunk Puzzler UnLoop Arrives This Year On Quest And Pico
Developed by CM Games (Into the Radius 2), UnLoop asks players to help themselves in the literal sense reminiscent of We Are One, by recording your actions and stacking them together to solve immersive puzzles. Set on a vibrant, but well-guarded space station called the Temporal Research Hub, the job at hand is to infiltrate and retrieve critical data related to the constant time-looping that occurs on the station.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Etsy Co-founder is Reportedly Building a Wild Magnifying Glass-like XR Device
Robert Kalin, co-founder and former CEO of online marketplace Etsy, is reportedly building a hand-held, magnifying glass-like XR device.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Evade Law Enforcement When Grand Theft Animals Enters Early Access Next Week
Grand Theft Animals is a crime sandbox experience coming to Quest next week.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Ghost Town Gets PC VR Demo Ahead Of Steam Next Fest
Ghost Town, one of this year's best VR games so far, now has a Steam demo ahead of its upcoming PC VR launch.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Pimax Partners with Motorsport Games Following $2.5M Investment, Bolstering Position in VR Sims
PC VR headset maker Pimax is aiming to strengthen its position in VR sim games by partnering with Motorsport Games, the studio behind the NASCAR game series, KartKraft (2022), and Le Mans Ultimate (2024).
June 6, 2025 — Source

The Virtual Expo 2025 Can't Match The Real Thing
We recently attended Japan's Expo 2025, weighing up how this World's Fair compares with its virtual counterpart.
June 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Vision Pro: How to Use Mac Virtual Display in Immersive Mode
Have you ever wished for a workspace that feels like a sanctuary—free from the constant buzz of notifications, cluttered windows, and endless distractions? The Mac Virtual Display, paired with its Immersive Mode, promises just that. Imagine transforming your screen into a focused, distraction-free zone where your most important tasks take center stage. Whether you're deep into coding, designing, or simply organizing your day, this feature offers a seamless way to boost productivity and reclaim your focus.
June 6, 2025 — Source

VR gaming isn't dead yet! Valve's Deckard headset is our last hope
Meta is fumbling the ball on virtual reality—and only Valve can save us now.
June 6, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 3rd, 2025

32 New VR Game Demos Coming to Steam Next Fest -- See Them All Here
Steam Next Fest is nearly upon us once again, giving PC VR players a chance to try out a rash of upcoming SteamVR titles for a limited time.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Meta reportedly sidelined 'Quest 4' designs for a goggles-like mixed-reality headset
The company is now aiming to release the ultra-lightweight device by the end of 2026, according to UploadVR.
June 3, 2025 — Source

POOLS VR Review: A Darker Take On The Original
Backrooms-inspired experience POOLS recently received a new VR mode, bringing an immersive new dimension to the liminal world. Read on for the full review.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Quest Owners Can Watch The NHL Stanley Cup Final Rinkside In 180° For Free
The entire NHL Stanley Cup Final is being streamed in 2D 180° for free in the Xtadium app on Quest.
June 3, 2025 — Source

VR Developer Direct Delves Into Three Upcoming Games Next Week
A VR Developer Direct is happening next week, promising deep dives for Roboquest VR and two other games.
June 3, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 30th, 2025

Apple Glasses will offer one big advantage that AirPods can't match
Apple Glasses, per the latest reporting, are full steam ahead with a targeted launch in 2026. Until now, I haven't been that excited about the new product, since its rumored features overlap heavily with AirPods and Apple Watch. But there's one big advantage that's changing my mind, and it's something Apple's other wearables can't match.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Meta Reportedly Set to Expand Retail Locations as Smart Glasses Competition Heats Up
Meta has been flirting with retail for years now, however a Business Insider report maintains the company is finally looking to expand its retail footprint beyond its first and only brick-and-mortar location.
May 30, 2025 — Source

New VR Games & Releases June 2025: Quest, SteamVR, PlayStation VR2 & More
From futuristic racers to The Smurfs, June has a few new VR games. Here are our monthly highlights.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Out of Sight VR Review-In-Progress: A Sight to Behold
Out of Sight's "second-person" perspective proves it's already a great fit for VR, even with more polish to come.
May 30, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 28th, 2025

Five things to do in virtual reality—and five to avoid
Open-heart surgery is a hard thing to practice in the real world, and airplane pilots cannot learn from their mistakes midair. These are some scenarios where virtual reality solves really hard problems, but the technology has limits. That's the upshot of a review of experimental research on VR, published in the journal Nature Human Behavior.
May 28, 2025 — Source

'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Co-op VR Game Coming to Quest & PC VR in 2026
Cortopia Studios, the team behind GORN 2 (2025), announced it's working on a 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' game which is slated to land on Quest and SteamVR headsets sometime next year.
May 28, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 27th, 2025

Apple Planned to Offer Starlink-Like Home Internet Service
Starting in 2015, Apple held discussions with Boeing about "Project Eagle," a plan to launch a service to provide wireless internet services to iPhones and homes. The companies would have launched thousands of satellites into orbit around the Earth to beam internet services down to the surface. Apple intended to sell antennas that users could attach to their windows to disperse internet connectivity throughout their homes.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Narrative Puzzler Epyka Makes Its PS VR2 Debut Next Week
Epyka launched on Quest earlier this year and is set to arrive on PlayStation VR2 next week.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Pioneering VR Spy Game 'Unseen Diplomacy' is Getting a Sequel This Year on Quest 3 & PC VR
VR indie Triangular Pixels announced its pioneering room-scale VR spy game Unseen Diplomacy (2016) is finally getting a sequel, and it's coming to Quest 3 and SteamVR headsets this year.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Samsung's "Project Moohan" XR Headset Hits Geekbench with Powerful Chip
Samsung's Project Moohan XR headset has appeared on Geekbench, confirming it's powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip. This powerful processor, along with 16GB RAM and Android 14 (likely Android XR), indicates Samsung's serious push into extended reality. The headset scored well in benchmarks, suggesting strong performance for future VR/AR experiences.
May 27, 2025 — Source

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles VR Game Coming To Quest & Steam In 2026
Gorn 2 development studio Cortopia revealed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City is coming to Quest and PC VR in 2026.
May 27, 2025 — Source or Source

Unseen Diplomacy 2: Spy Harder Promises New VR Espionage Thrills This Year
Unseen Diplomacy 2: Spy Harder expands upon the roomscale espionage experience with a full campaign on Quest and PC VR.
May 27, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 23rd, 2025

Apple's First Smart Glasses Come Into View But Can It Compete With Meta?
Apple has some smart glasses coming, after dabbling in the augmented reality space, according to the folks at Bloomberg. The question of how it will fare against Meta and its own Ray-Ban smart glasses will be interesting to witness in this new field.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Blumhouse Horrorverse Brings M3GAN & The Purge Experiences To Horizon Worlds
Meta has partnered with Blumhouse to bring social VR experiences based on its movies to Horizon Worlds.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Mecha Force Gets Full Release On Quest And PC VR Launch
Anime-inspired roguelite Mecha Force received its full release on Quest alongside a PC VR port.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Meta is Testing a Quest UI Overhaul and 3D Instagram Photos in Latest Horizon OS Release
Meta announced it's now running a test in Quest's latest Horizon OS release (v77) that overhauls the platform's dock-based UI for a new launcher overlay. Additionally, Meta says some users will also see 3D Instagram photos in their feed on Quest too, which is neat.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Watch Out, Meta: Apple's First Smart Glasses Are Coming in 2026
Apple's Vision Pro may have failed commercially, but Apple is already eyeing a 2026 comeback with its first smart glasses—aimed at competing with Meta's Ray-Ban and Google's upcoming Android XR glasses. The new smart glasses will reportedly feature cameras, microphones, and Siri integration, and are expected to target everyday users at a more accessible price point than the Vision Pro.
May 23, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 22nd, 2025

Alex And The Jets Offers Casual Mixed Reality Arcade Action On Quest
Alex and the Jets is a lighthearted arcade game that turns your play space into a dogfight arena.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Apple Pushes Hand Gesture Tech Forward for Macs and Vision
Apple is moving closer to making hand gestures a practical input method across its device ecosystem, including future Macs, MacBooks, iDevices, and Vision products. The company has filed a new U.S. patent application detailing how its systems could distinguish between gesture input and peripheral use, ensuring precision in user interactions.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Apple Smart Glasses Launching in 2026
Apple is planning to launch a set of smart glasses by the end of 2026, reports Bloomberg. The glasses will be comparable to the Meta Ray-Bans and the Android XR glasses that Google showed off earlier this week.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro May Soon Adjust to Fit Your Eyes Perfectly
Apple is exploring ways to improve the comfort and usability of its Vision Pro headset through adaptive display technology. A newly published patent reveals that future models may feature displays that automatically adjust to the position and shape of a user's eyes. The design would rely on embedded actuators—both manual and automatic—to fine-tune the display distance and angle in real time.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Apple will reportedly release smart glasses next year
The tech company is trying to catch up to the AI wearables coming from rivals.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

COLD VR Gets Campaign Overhaul With Free SUB-ZERO Edition Update Soon
COLD VR: SUB-ZERO Edition overhauls the action shooter with a free update next month, and we interviewed the developer to learn more.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Glass redux: Google aims to avoid past mistakes as it brings Gemini to your face
Google didn't get it right with Glass, but Android XR is ready for the AI era, even if you aren't.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Godot Now Has Rudimentary Support For visionOS
Games made in the Godot engine can now run in a window on visionOS, with immersive XR support planned for later this year.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Google Releases Updated Preview of Android XR Development Tools
Google has released its second Developer Preview of the Android XR software development kit (SDK) following its initial release late last year, introducing new features and improvements including wider support for immersive video, better adaptive UI layouts, hand-tracking in ARCore for Jetpack, and more.
May 22, 2025 — Source

I Hated Smart Glasses, but Google's Android XR Let Me See a New Future
Commentary: I tried a prototype of Android XR glasses, and it made me feel like I was in Mission: Impossible.
May 22, 2025 — Source

I replaced my Ray-Ban Meta with these Amazon smart glasses - and didn't mind it
The Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) may be the most subtle-looking pair of smart glasses on the market. They're also customizable.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Neon Cipher Is A Sci-Fi Puzzle Platformer Inspired By Moss And Portal
Neon Cipher is a new VR puzzle action platformer inspired by Moss and Portal, and it's out next month on Quest and Steam.
May 22, 2025 — Source

New Tobii Partnership Paves the Way for Next-gen Eye-tracking Tech in XR Headsets
Eye-tracking company Tobii announced it's partnering with Prophesee to develop its next-generation of eye-tracking for AR/VR headsets and smart glasses, which will be based on Prophesee's unique event-based vision system.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Out Of Sight VR Is Out Today On Steam Early Access
Out of Sight VR, an atmospheric puzzle-adventure using a second-person perspective, is out now on Steam Early Access.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Meta Horizon OS v77 Tests System UI Overhaul & Turning Instagram Photos 3D
Meta is rolling out the Horizon OS interface overhaul to some Quest owners on the PTC, and will bring it to everyone "over the coming months".
May 22, 2025 — Source

Valve Founder's Neural Interface Company to Release First Brain Chip This Year
Valve founder Gabe Newell's neural chip company Starfish Neuroscience announced it's developing a custom chip designed for next-generation, minimally invasive brain-computer interfaces—and it may be coming sooner than you think.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Xreal's New Android XR 'Project Aura' Glasses Will Take on Apple Vision Pro
Project Aura is made to be tethered, not standalone, and is much more compact than recent glasses from Samsung and Apple.
May 22, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 13th, 2025

Apple is Reportedly Developing Smart Glasses to Rival Ray-Ban Meta Glasses
Apple is reportedly developing a new chip for an upcoming pair of smart glasses which is aiming to compete with Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, according to a recent Bloomberg report from Mark Gurman.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Will Be Able To Magnify, Describe, Find, Or Read Anything In View
Apple Vision Pro is getting the ability to magnify passthrough, as well as to describe, find, or read anything in your view using on-device AI.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Apple will let the Vision Pro 'see' for you
Approved third-party developers will be able to offer their own solutions using a new API, as well.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Apple's Secret Weapon: This AI Could Power Its Smart Glasses
Apple's newly unveiled FastVLM AI model could power its long-rumored smart glasses, offering fast, on-device processing for real-time performance and privacy. Designed to be lightweight and efficient, this AI marks a key step toward making Apple's wearable vision—beyond the bulky Vision Pro—a more practical reality.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Creature Is Hosting A Games Showcase Next Week
Starship Home's studio, Creature, is hosting a new showcase next week.
May 13, 2025 — Source

FastVLM AI Model Shows Potential for Apple's Smart Glasses
Apple's development of a new AI model, FastVLM, points to a technology that could drive its anticipated smart glasses. Reports suggest Apple plans to release AI-enabled wearables, with smart glasses potentially launching around 2027. This new model offers a glimpse into how Apple's on-device AI might function.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Latest Apple Vision Pro Apps and Updates Pushing Reality with AR and VR
With its innovative blend of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and spatial computing, Apple Vision Pro is more than a VR or AR device; it's a glimpse into the future of wearables. From immersive storytelling to innovative productivity tools, this ecosystem is evolving at breakneck speed, promising experiences that feel as intuitive as they are fantastic.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Merlin's Chess Gives The Classic Game A Fantasy Twist
Merlin's Chess promises a fantasy-themed twist on the classic tabletop game, and it's out soon on Quest.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Meta CTO Says He And Mark Zuckerberg Are "True Believers" With "Actual Conviction"
Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth says that he and Mark Zuckerberg are "true believers" with "actual conviction".
May 13, 2025 — Source

Verse VR Brings The Magic Of Poetry And Folk Song To Life
Verse transported me from the overwhelming din of a busy convention to the other side of the planet. During a quick hands-on session with this chill poetry game, I traveled to a Senegalese river village and a manicured Chinese garden, soaking up every word; every line of poetry and folk song as I wandered its immersive soundscapes.
May 13, 2025 — Source

visionOS Is Getting Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Device Support
Apple Vision Pro's visionOS will get support for brain-computer interface (BCI) input devices later this year, starting with Synchron's.
May 13, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 9th, 2025

'Alien: Rogue Incursion' is Getting a Non-VR Version Later This Year
Survios announced it's bringing a flatscreen version of Alien: Rogue Incursion (2024) to PC and PS5 in a new 'Evolved Edition'.
May 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Apple is working on a chip for smart glasses, report claims
The company hasn't given up on smart glasses.
May 9, 2025 — Source

I tested Copilot Vision for Windows. Its AI eyes need better glasses
Copilot Vision for Windows has potential as an AI assistant who can walk you through complex tasks, when it works.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Niantic Spatial's Adorable Pet Sim 'Hello, Dot' Leaves Early Access on Quest 3
Niantic Spatial has launched its mixed reality pet game Hello, Dot on Quest 3, bringing it out of early access and packing in a heap of new features.
May 9, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 6th, 2025

10 HUGE Apple Product Leaks for the 2025 Event!
Apple is preparing for an exciting year in 2025, with a lineup of products that promise to push the boundaries of technology and user experience. From advanced processors to smarter home devices, the company's upcoming releases are set to enhance its ecosystem and solidify its position as a leader in innovation.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Flat2VR Parent Studio Opens VR Native Publisher 'Impact Inked'
Impact Reality, parent company of Flat2VR Studios, has opened a new publishing wing dedicated exclusively to bringing VR natives to market.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Forget the trackpad! this future Magic Mouse could make your MacBook feel like a Vision Pro
Apple is looking into new ways for users to interact with its Mac computers, and one of its latest ideas could change how we use the Magic Mouse. A recently approved patent shows that Apple is thinking about a mouse that can detect gestures in the surrounding air, not just on its surface.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Free-To-Play Zero Caliber: Shooting Range Is Out Now On Quest
Zero Caliber: Shooting Range is a free-to-play VR gunplay experience available on Quest today.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Galactic Traffic Control Gets VR Environments And Mini Mode
Mixed reality arcade game Galactic Traffic Control added a fully immersive 'VR Mode' and a 'Mini Mode' in a major update.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Minecraft officially kills support for VR
Minecraft in the metaverse is (officially) dead.
May 6, 2025 — Source

New 'Zombie Army VR' Trailer Shows Off Full Features & More Gameplay Ahead of May Launch
Ahead of Rebellion's launch of Zombie Army VR on major VR headsets later this month, the studio released a new trailer showing off all of the features that await.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Open Brush' Gets Multiplayer Mode, Bringing Collaborative Art to Free 'Tilt Brush' Successor
Open Brush (2021), an open source successor to Google's defunct VR art creation app Tilt Brush (2016), now has a multiplayer mode thanks to a recent update to the free app.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Wanderer: The Fragments Of Fate Takes #1 In April's PS VR2 Download Charts
Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate is April's winner for the PlayStation VR2 download charts.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Zombie Army VR Gets New Trailer Showcasing Co-Op Campaign, Weapons, and More
The trailer also gives us a glimpse at what kind of up-close-and-personal action we can expect from the upocming VR-only title.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Zombie Army VR Teases Gameplay Features Before May Launch
Zombie Army VR released a new trailer teasing its gameplay features before this month's launch on Quest, Steam, and PS VR2.
May 6, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 5th, 2025

Popular Extraction Shooter 'Ghosts of Tabor' is Finally Coming to PSVR 2 This Week
Ghosts of Tabor (2024) has been available on Quest and PC VR headsets since 2023, arguably becoming the premier extraction shooter in VR to date. While we initially expected the PSVR 2 version to arrive shortly after its early access release on Quest and Steam, after multiple delays developer Combat Waffle Studios says it's finally heading to PSVR 2 on May 7th.
May 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Puzzling Places' is Finally Coming to PC, Arriving with VR and Flatscreen Support
Puzzling Places (2021) has been a long-time favorite immersive puzzle game, bringing a heap of its real-world scanned 3D jigsaw puzzles to players in both virtual and mixed reality. Now developer Realities.io is preparing to release it on PC, which will include both VR and flatscreen modes.
May 5, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 2nd, 2025

A Developer Implemented Continuous Scene Meshing On Quest 3
Lasertag's developer implemented continuous scene meshing on Quest 3 & 3S, eliminating the need for the room setup process and avoiding its problems.
May 2, 2025 — Source

DigiGods Cats & Kaijus Update Arrives Today On Quest
DigiGods is welcoming new cosmetics, maps and more in the Cats and Kaijus update today.
May 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I, Robot Hands-On: A Psychedelic Classic On PS VR2
I'm a huge fan of Llamasoft, and I, Robot is another hit in its library.
May 2, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 28th, 2025

Apple continues work on smart glasses
Apple is actively developing its own smart glasses, code-named N50, designed to integrate with Apple Intelligence. While the project is still in early stages and far from release, the goal is to transform the glasses into a sophisticated AI-powered device.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Elsewhere Electric Hands-On: Curious Mystery With Fun Co-Op
Elsewhere Electric promises a curiously unsettling co-op puzzle mystery, and we went hands-on to learn more.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Reportedly Lays Off At Least 100 Employees From Its VR Division
The layoffs have significantly impacted the team behind a VR fitness app Meta acquired in 2023.
April 28, 2025 — Source

The best VR headsets for 2025
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
April 28, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 25th, 2025

'GHOST TOWN', The Follow-up to a Top-rated VR Puzzler, Launches on Quest—Coming Soon to PC VR & PSVR 2
GHOST TOWN is the latest VR game to launch from Fireproof Games, a studio whose previous title, The Room: A Dark Matter, is one of the best and most rated VR puzzle games to date.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I want everything in this Mac Studio workstation [Setups]
Today's featured computer setup pretty much has it all in terms of enviable gear, though it could use better lighting. Its M1 Max Mac Studio may not be the latest Apple M-series desktop, but it's still formidable. And it drives a Pro Display XDR, perhaps the ultimate external monitor. And the setup even excels at the little things, including great audio gear and a pair of illuminated pegboard stands I've never seen before.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Loop One: Done Is A Roomscale Mixed Reality Sandbox About Automation
Loop One: Done is a mixed reality sandbox game about automation that's heading to Quest Early Access next week.
April 25, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 22nd, 2025

Backrooms-style Adventure 'POOLS' is Getting PC VR Support Next Month, PSVR 2 Support Later This Year
POOLS (2024) developer Tensori announced last year it was developing VR support for its Backrooms Internet lore-inspired game. Mark your calendars, because on May 30th, you'll be able to jump into the deep end on PC VR headsets.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Eerie Walking Sim POOLS Gets Free PC VR Update Next Month
Unnerving walking simulator POOLS VR invites you to explore its eerie waters next month on PC VR.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Here's How DIG VR On Steam & PlayStation VR2 Compares To Quest
With DIG VR launching on Steam and PlayStation VR2 soon, we've been given an early look at how it compares with the Quest version.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Long-Awaited 'Vertigo 2' DLC 'Into the Aether' Comes to PC VR This Week, Trailer Here
Zach Tsiakalis-Brown, developer behind the Vertigo series, announced that Vertigo 2 (2023) is getting its long-awaited DLC story expansion 'Into the Aether' this week.
April 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Revealed The 50 Best-Selling Quest Games Of All Time
Meta has revealed the 50 best-selling paid Quest games of all time in a new section of Quest's Horizon Store.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Sidtek starts producing its 1.35" 3552 x 3840 OLED microdisplays, first VR headsets announced
China-based OLED microdisplay developer Sidtek is starting to mass produce a high-end 1.35" 3552x3840 (3875 PPI) OLED microdisplay. The display offers a 90Hz refresh rate and up to 5,000 nits of brightness.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Wanderer: The Fragments Of Fate Roadmap Reveals Combat & Quest 3 Upgrades
Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate developers Mighty Eyes announced a 2025 roadmap, revealing performance improvements and tweaks to NPC behavior among other changes.
April 22, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 20th, 2025

Apple Vision Air Battery Puck Allegedly Gets Pictured With A Smaller Design That Is Also Said To Be Lighter, While Also Showing Off A Different, Darker Color
A low-cost version of the Apple Vision Pro has been reported on numerous occasions to arrive later this year, with the possibility that its official name is Apple Vision Air. There have been a series of leaks surrounding the more affordable headset, such as how it will boast a lighter design as some of its internal parts will be made of titanium, along with a new color option, plus a connector makeover.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Google demos Android XR smart glasses with Gemini AI, visual memory, and multilingual capabilities
Watch Google's glasses recall objects, translate languages, and display speaker notes in real time
April 20, 2025 — Source

Ito Meikyu Is A Digital VR Labyrinth Inspired By Japanese Art History
Ito Meikyū takes you through a VR digital labyrinth inspired by Japanese art history and literature.
April 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition Review - A Bronze Medal For Now
Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition is the latest installment of the gaming franchise that's now available on Quest and Steam.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Starship Drift Shows Game Devs Are Learning To Utilize Apple Vision Pro
Starship Drift is an exceedingly simple game on Apple Vision Pro that shows how developers are figuring out how to make the most of the platform.
April 20, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 17th, 2025

A Developer Got PlayStation VR2's HDR Partially Working On PC
GORN 2 offers a familiar but welcome sequel to the brutal VR arena fighter, and it's out today on Quest and PC VR. Read on for our full review.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Apple 'Vision Air' Power Cable Leaked In Midnight Blue Color, But It Is Different From The One For Vision Pro, Indicating A Major Redesign
Apple is preparing to launch a comparatively cheaper version of the Vision Pro as it is hell-bent on expanding its presence in the AR market. We recently covered details on the company's latest Vision Air and some of the device's physical attributes, which show how it will be different from the current version. Today, images of the unreleased "Vision Air" headset's power cable emerged online from a prototype collector, which is slightly different from the power cable of the Vision Pro.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Apple Vision Air Could Be The Company's Lighter AR Headset That Sports Titanium To Reduce Weight, Along With A Revamped Battery, Connector And A Brand New Color
One of the biggest problems plaguing the Apple Vision Pro, aside from its ludicrous price tag, was that its weight caused fatigue due to prolonged use. We can imagine that thousands of customers who undertook the decision to make the AR headset their daily driver would be livid that such an expensive contraption cannot be used for more than several minutes.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Bigscreen Says Tariffs Will Not Increase Price of Beyond 2 PC VR Headset
Wide sweeping tariffs levied by US President Donald Trump have led to uncertainty in just how the XR hardware industry will react. Now, Bigscreen says its recently announced Beyond 2 PC VR headset will not see a price increase as a result.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Crashes & Poor Performance Plague Early Reception of 'Civilization 7' for Quest 3
It's been over a week since Sid Meier's Civilization VII -- VR (2025) launched on Quest 3, and although developer PlaySide Studios has issued a performance update following its April 9th release, players are still struggling with poor performance and crashes of the $60 VR port.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Is This The Next Apple Vision Headset's Battery Cable?
A leaker shared images of what they suggest is the battery cable for the next Apple Vision headset, which they claim is "graphite dark blue".
April 17, 2025 — Source

The Skateboarding Simulator Virtual Skate Boardslides Onto VR Soon
Virtual Skate is a physics-based skating simulator coming soon to Quest 3 and SteamVR.
April 17, 2025 — Source

'Virtual Skate' to Bring Realistic Multiplayer Skateboarding to Quest 3 & PC VR, Trailer Here
XR indie Flip Axis Studios announced a multiplayer VR skateboarding game that promises to bring actual skating action to Quest 3 and SteamVR—minus the risk of rolled ankles and broken limbs.
April 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 11th, 2025

Augmented reality improves carpentry ease and precision
A system developed at EPFL uses augmented reality (AR) to help carpenters make extremely precise timber cuts without having to measure or mark up beams. Its hybrid approach stands to make digitally assisted technology affordable for small businesses, woodworkers and construction professionals in developing countries.
April 11, 2025 — Source

'FRENZIES' F2P Shooter Cancelled on PSVR 2, Promises "other PSVR 2 announcements" Coming
nDreams, the studio behind free-to-play arena shooter FRENZIES, announced that the game is heading out of early access later this year, although it won't be coming to PSVR 2 as previously planned.
April 11, 2025 — Source or Source

James Cameron: Headsets Solve The Problems Of 3D Cinema
James Cameron is excited by how XR headsets solve the problems of traditional 3D glasses.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Pimax Updates Prices in Response to US-China Trade War, Using Software Subscription to Absorb Costs
China-based PC VR headset creator Pimax has issued a statement addressing the impact of the recent US--China trade war on its operations, particularly concerning its Crystal Super VR headset. It's going to be slightly more expensive for US-based customers, but Pimax's recent subscription-based payment structure seems to be offsetting much of the costs.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Valve is Building Key XR Components, Suggesting 'Deckard' Standalone is Moving into Production
Valve's rumored standalone XR headset, codenamed 'Deckard', has been the subject of speculation since mention was first discovered back in 2021. Now, information obtained by tech analyst and VR pundit Brad Lynch (aka 'SadlyItsBradley') points to Valve gearing up production for the long-awaited device.
April 11, 2025 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 7th, 2025

Meta to Bring Quest 3 In-flight Entertainment to More Airlines After Successful Lufthansa Program
Meta announced last year it was partnering with German airline Lufthansa to bring Quest 3 headsets to passengers. Now, after its apparent success, the company hopes to expand in-flight XR entertainment programs to even more airlines.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Physics Sandbox Hit Besiege Is Getting A VR Remake On Quest
Besiege, the physics-based sandbox where you construct war machines, is getting a VR remake next month on Quest.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Soaring to New Heights: Lufthansa's In-Flight MR Experience
Last year, we introduced Travel Mode, a new, Experimental feature on Meta Quest that lets you use your headset to enjoy some in-flight entertainment in mixed reality. And today, we're sharing an update on our pilot program with Lufthansa to bring Quest 3 headsets to passengers at scale through a fully integrated service.
April 7, 2025 — Source

These XR glasses gave me a 200-inch screen to work with - and they're well worth it
I can't imagine traveling without my XR glasses anymore. If you're thinking about trying them on your next trip or commute, the RayNeo Air 3S offers an unbeatable experience at its price.
April 7, 2025 — Source