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  • Night Apes and Tactile Storms: Bootstrap Island Gets Massive 1.1.0 Update

    Night Apes and Tactile Storms: Bootstrap Island Gets Massive 1.1.0 Update

    If you’ve ever wanted to channel your inner Robinson Crusoe—but, you know, with the added terror of being hunted by 17th-century tropical beasts in virtual reality—then Maru VR has some brilliant news for you.

    The developers have officially dropped Major Update 1.1.0 for Bootstrap Island, their critically acclaimed PCVR survival adventure on Steam. This isn’t just a minor patch; it’s a massive overhaul designed to make your time stranded on the island both significantly more rewarding and remarkably terrifying.

    Here is everything you need to know about what’s waiting for you in the jungle.

    1. Progress Even When You Perish: The Cumulative Progression System

    Let’s be honest: survival games can be brutal, and losing a long run can feel soul-crushing. Maru VR is tackling that friction head-on. Update 1.1.0 introduces a Cumulative Progression System, meaning that unlocking new tools and items is now tied to your total survival time across all playthroughs.

    Every single day you manage to stay alive chips away at future unlocks. Even if your next run ends in disaster, your time wasn’t wasted—you’re still advancing your long-term progression, making the early game much more satisfying.

    2. A Simple Solution to Early-Game Inventory: The Crate

    Tired of juggling resources in your bare hands before you unlock a proper satchel? Enter The Crate.

    Players can now discover floating crates washed up around the island. You can fill these handy boxes with raw resources and supplies, carrying them by hand as a mobile storage unit. It’s a beautifully immersive, physical solution to early-game resource management.

    3. Beware the Dark: Terrifying “Night Apes” Have Arrived

    If you thought the island was safe once you got a campfire going, think again. The darkness just got a whole lot deadlier with the introduction of Night Apes. These aggressive, nocturnal predators emerge only after sunset, stalking the shadows and hunting down any castaways foolish enough to wander too far from the safety of the firelight.

    4. Feel the Storm with Full bHaptics Support

    For the ultimate immersion chasers, Bootstrap Island now officially supports bHaptics devices. If you own a wearable haptic vest, you will literally feel the impact of combat encounters, animal attacks, raging tropical storms, and literal lightning strikes rippling across your body.

    5. Quality of Life & Performance Boosts

    Alongside the headline features, Maru VR has packed in a ton of community-requested tweaks:

    • Faster Movement: Slightly increased walking and running speeds.
    • Better Combat: Tweaked animal behaviour, stabbing, and gutting mechanics.
    • Smoother Visuals: Landscape and foliage optimisations to keep your frame rates steady.
    • Easier Sparks: Reduced the frustrating amount of force needed to strike rocks together for fire.

    The Verdict

    Bootstrap Island already stood out as one of the most punishingly realistic VR survival games on the market. With Update 1.1.0, Maru VR has brilliantly balanced that hardcore realism with mechanics that respect the player’s time.

    Whether you’re a veteran castaway or have been waiting for a friendlier entry point into the jungle, there has never been a better time to test your instincts.

    Bootstrap Island is available now on Steam for PCVR, with a PlayStation VR2 release slated for later this year.

    Find out more here

    #BootstrapIsland #MaruVR #VRGaming #VirtualReality #PCVR #SteamGames #GamingNews #VRSurvival #TechMash

  • The time-bending underwater adventure Echoes of Mora will launch on April 29th

    The time-bending underwater adventure Echoes of Mora will launch on April 29th

    The 2026 Convergence Games Showcase just gave us a deep dive into one of the most atmospheric indie titles on the horizon: Echoes of Mora. Developed by the Berlin-based all-female team at Selkies Interactive, this title is being described as the “emotional lovechild of Subnautica and Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture.”

    If you missed the stream, here is the breakdown of the story and world revealed during the showcase.

    The Premise: A Village Lost to the Waves

    The story of Echoes of Mora centres on a tragedy already in motion. You play as an investigator diving into the depths of a mysterious lake that has swallowed a once-vibrant village. Your primary goal is to assist a young girl named Mora, whose brother disappeared near a “cursed violet lake” just before the waters rose.

    Key Story Elements Revealed:

    • The Sibling Bond: The emotional core of the game is Mora’s desperate quest to find her brother. You aren’t just a silent observer; you are her partner across time.
    • The Rising Tide: As the lake’s water level rises, the village is slowly obliterated. The showcase revealed that your actions might actually hold the key to averting the flood entirely.
    • The Echoes: These are time portals that allow you to witness the village before the tragedy. You’ll overhear villagers’ conversations, find hidden objects, and gather the clues necessary to understand what happened to the missing boy.

    Mechanics: Ripples Through Time

    The showcase emphasised that Echoes of Mora isn’t a “survival” game in the traditional sense—there are no oxygen meters to stress over. Instead, the focus is on narrative investigation.

    FeatureDescription
    Time-BendingUse “Echoes” to jump between the sunken present and the vibrant past.
    Shaping FateShare clues with Mora in the past to influence her decisions and the village’s future.
    VR ImmersionFeatures a natural, arm-based swimming mechanic (though it is fully playable on flatscreen too).
    Environmental PuzzlesSolve mysteries by interacting with the architecture of the village in both time periods.

    Why It’s Buzzing

    The trailer highlighted a “dreamy, simulated realism” style that contrasts the eerie, murky depths of the sunken ruins with the warm, sun-drenched beauty of the village’s past. By bridging these two eras, the game creates a haunting sense of nostalgia and urgency.

    “Every interaction in the past ripples forward. You aren’t just uncovering the truth; you’re deciding the ultimate fate of the village.” — Convergence Showcase Narrative Highlight

    Release Info

    Mark your calendars: Echoes of Mora is officially launching on April 29, 2026.

    It will be available on PC and PC-VR (supporting Meta Quest and SteamVR). If you can’t wait until April, a playable demo is currently available on Steam, covering about one-third of the game’s world, including the forest and Mora’s house.

    Find out more here – https://www.selkiesinteractive.com/

    #SelkiesInteractive #underwateradventure #EchoesofMora #ConvergenceShowcase #playabledemo #Steam #PC #PCVR #SteamNextFest #games #gaming #gamers #gameplay #VRGames #videogames

  • THRASHER: The Mind-Bending VR Hit Comes to 2D

    THRASHER: The Mind-Bending VR Hit Comes to 2D

    You’ve probably heard the buzz around THRASHER, the critically acclaimed VR game that’s been captivating players with its psychedelic visuals and pulse-pounding soundtrack. A spiritual successor to the cult classic Thumper, THRASHER has been a huge hit on Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, and now, it’s making the leap to a 2D format for PC.

    But for those who haven’t yet plunged into its cosmic depths, what exactly is THRASHER? And what can players expect from the new 2D version?

    A Cosmic, Audiovisual Experience

    THRASHER isn’t your average game; it’s an experience. Created by Brian Gibson, the artist and composer behind Thumper (and bassist for the band Lightning Bolt), the game is an “audiovisual odyssey” that blends a hypnotic, bass-heavy soundtrack with stunning, abstract visuals. The gameplay is a fast-paced, rhythmic rush where you control a space eel, swooping and thrashing through mesmerising alien landscapes.

    The goal is to survive, evolve, and defeat gigantic, nightmarish bosses. As you progress, your tiny eel grows into a “megabeast,” and the levels become more intense and challenging. The game’s unique “circle-based combo system” rewards you for precision and chaining together moves, leading to a truly transcendent, flow-inducing state where the music, visuals, and gameplay all become one.

    From VR Immersion to 2D Precision

    While THRASHER was designed for the immersive nature of virtual reality, the upcoming 2D version promises to bring that same frenetic energy to traditional PC screens. This isn’t just a simple port; the developers at Puddle have optimised the game for a flat-screen experience. The 2D version will feature gamepad and mouse controls, with a focus on delivering the same sense of speed and precision that made the VR version so beloved. It’s also been specifically optimised for the Steam Deck, making it a perfect game for on-the-go psychedelic sessions.

    For fans of Thumper, this new 2D version of THRASHER is a welcome return to a familiar, yet entirely new, kind of rhythm-action gameplay. The developers have even added a new “Play+” mode for those who want to push their skills to the absolute limit.

    A Name with a Legacy

    It’s worth noting that the name “THRASHER” might sound familiar to some for a very different reason. In 1999, Rockstar Games and Z-Axis released a PlayStation game called Thrasher: Skate and Destroy, a gritty, technically challenging skateboarding sim that was a stark contrast to the arcade-like fun of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. While both games share a name and a focus on “thrashing,” they are completely unrelated. The new THRASHER is all about the cosmic journey, not the concrete jungle.

    Coming Soon

    A demo for the 2D version of THRASHER is already available on Steam, giving players a chance to experience the first three levels and test their skills on the leaderboards. The full game, which will include both the new 2D and the original PCVR versions, is set for release soon.

    Whether you’re a veteran of Thumper, a fan of rhythm games, or just looking for a truly unique and mind-bending experience, THRASHER is a game that should be on your radar. Get ready to ride the space eel and thrash your way through a cosmic odyssey unlike any other.

    THRASHER 2D https://www.thrashergame.com/

    #THRASHER2D #THRASHER #2D #Steam #Puddle #Creature #games #gaming #gamers #vrgames #2dgames #pcvr #pcgames

  • Zombie Army VR Horde Mode Update Gameplay

    Zombie Army VR Horde Mode Update Gameplay

    There is a brilliant new update coming to the Zombie Army VR game, bringing in a new horde mode. Just when you thought that the zombies were under control, they are back in force. Zombie Army VR is available NOW on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and PCVR via Steam.

    To find out more about the Zombie Army VR game, go to the official game website here http://reb.to/GetZANow

    #ZombieArmyVR #Zombie #VR #rebellion #PlayStationVR2 #MetaQuest #PCVR #Steam #hordemode #gameupdate #gameplay #gametrailer

  • Bootstrap Island Update Expands With Riverlands

    Bootstrap Island Update Expands With Riverlands

    You are stranded on an island following a shipwreck. It is a matter of survival now, shelter, water and food are essential. This is the Bootstrap Island game in VR, so players are getting up close and personal with all of the action, such as new creatures and a jungle overlord who must be defeated. The good news is that there are supplies being washed from the shipwreck. Bootstrap Island Major Update 4 – Riverlands is out now.

    To find out more about Bootstrap Island, go to the official game website here https://bootstrapisland.com/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/ejqlz

    #BootstrapIsland #Riverlands #shipwreck #island #survival #gameupdate #games #gaming #newcreatures #newtools #vr #virtualreality #vrgames #MaruVR #Steam #PCVR

  • Watch the Zombie Army VR gameplay

    Watch the Zombie Army VR gameplay

    If there is one enemy worse than the Nazis it has to be an army of zombie Nazis created to bring hell on earth even after the leadership has gone. Check out the first twenty minutes of gameplay of the Zombie Army VR game below to see what this game is about. It’s pretty intense and very atmospheric, enjoy! The Zombie Army VR can be pre-ordered right now for PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and PCVR via Steam, while the game will be launching on the 12th of June.

    To find out more about the Zombie Army VR game, go to the official game website here http://reb.to/PreOrderZAVRTube

    #ZombieArmyVR #ZombieArmy #VR #rebellion #fps #horror #games #gaming #gameplay #newgames #PlayStationVR2 #MetaQuest #PCVR #Steam #virtualreality #vrgames #zombies

  • UnLoop VR game coming to Meta and PICO

    UnLoop VR game coming to Meta and PICO

    A spy has managed to get aboard a remote space station, but the process there has been a temporal anomaly that creates a copy of the player each time there is a time loop. This is the UnLoop VR game, where players can literally learn from their mistakes in order to move on. UnLoop will be launching on Meta Quest and Pico towards the end of this year.

    To find out more about the UnLoop VR game, check out the links below;

    Official website https://cm.games/

    Meta Horizon Store https://shorturl.at/trVzl

    PICO Store https://shorturl.at/DGvub

    #UnLoop #vr #vrgames #virtualreality #CMGames #PCVR #metaquest #pico #VRpuzzlegame #timeloop #timetravel #puzzles #spy #remotespacestation #scifi #spacetravel #missions

  • FYR: The Lost Island Demo Out Now

    FYR: The Lost Island Demo Out Now

    Players will find themselves on an abandoned island in the FYR: The Lost Island game, but this is virtual reality and that means this is going to be where players get right into the heart of the game while exploring this strange seemingly empty place that makes you feel that you are not alone, maybe that is true. The FYR: The Lost Island Revealed free demo is now available on Steam.

    To find out more about the FYR: The Lost Island game, go to the official game website here https://breachvr.com/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/TvGs2

    #FYRTheLostIsland #FYR #TheLostIsland #games #gaming #demogame #gametrailer #survivalhorror #PCVR #freedemo #Steam #steamvr #vrgame #Breach #abandonedisland #vrheadset

  • Into the Radius 2 on Meta Quest now

    Into the Radius 2 on Meta Quest now

    VR gaming is still a little bit like the new kid on the block when it comes to gamers, but here is the Into the Radius 2 game, which is currently on early access on Meta and it looks stunning. This sci-fi adventure takes players into survival shooter mode within realistic landscapes that will blow players’ minds. Into the Radius 2 is out now on Meta Quest 3/3S.

    To find out more about the Into the Radius 2 game, go to the official game website here https://www.into-the-radius.com/itr2 or go to the games page on Meta here https://shorturl.at/32thI

    #IntotheRadius2 #meta #metaquest #vr #survivalshooter #earlyaccess #metaquest3 #CMGames #PCVR #AI #games #gaming #vrheadset #survival #scifi #gametrailer #metastore

  • Bootstrap Island the intense VR survival game

    Bootstrap Island the intense VR survival game

    Survival is literally in your hands in the Bootstrap Island game, Players must not only find a way to survive on this island, there is the weather to take into consideration too. Each storm brings in new dangers and destruction to deal with, will this ever end? The Bootstrap Island game will be launching in full in early next year.

    To find out more about the Bootstrap Island game, go to the official game website here https://bootstrapisland.com/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/IMzP0

    #BootstrapIsland #BootstrapIslandVR #vrgames #games #gaming #vrheadset #virtualreality #survival #MaruVR #PCVR #Steam #MetaQuest #ValveIndex #HTCVive #vrsurvivalgame

  • Zombie Army VR gameplay video

    Zombie Army VR gameplay video

    Just in case you were wondering what the Zombie Army game looks like in VR, here is a brilliant gameplay video from the developers, Rebellion. There is nothing like virtual reality to get up and very personal with the Nazi zombies that are looking to takeover the world. Use any weapon to stop them in their tracks before it’s too late. The Zombie Army VR game can be pre-ordered now for PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and PCVR via Steam before the game becomes available on the 22nd of May.

    To find out more about the Zombie Army VR game, go to the official game website here http://reb.to/PreOrderZAVRTube

    #ZombieArmyVR #ZombieArmy #VR #zombies #rebellion #gameplay #games #gaming #vrheadset #virtualreality #scifi #psvr2 #psvr2games #playstation #metaquest #pcvr #vrgames

  • Zombie Army VR is ready to Pre-Order now

    Zombie Army VR is ready to Pre-Order now

    There is nothing like fighting off the zombies in VR, as everything suddenly becomes up close and very personal. Now, the Zombie Army VR is ready for pre-order to ensure that players get to battle with the army of the dead. This could be the chance to end the apocalypse once and for all. The Zombie Army VR will be launching on the 22nd of May on PS VR2, Meta Quest Platforms and PCVR.

    To find out more about the Zombie Army VR game, go to the official game website here http://reb.to/PreOrderZAVRTube

    #ZombieArmyVR #ZombieArmy #VR #games #gaming #scifi #rebellion #zombies #PSVR2 #MetaQuest #PCVR #gameplay #trailer #playstation #steam #Deadhunters #virtualreality #VRHeadset

  • VELOCIBLASTER: A Meta-Backed Multiplayer VR Shooter

    VELOCIBLASTER: A Meta-Backed Multiplayer VR Shooter

    In the Velociblaster game, the dinosaurs were never wiped out by an asteroid, so that means they have had over sixty million years of evolution and are an advanced civilisation that has even managed to travel to the stars. This might seem to be far-fetched, but this is the Velociblaster game and it is available in VR for Meta Quest. Players will battle it out as the velociraptors fight using technology that even today is just a dream. Velociblaster will be going on open alpha soon, with early access launch planned for later on this year and is available to wishlist now on the Meta Quest Store and Steam.

    To find out more about the Velociblaster game, go to the official game website here https://www.velociblaster.com

    #Velociblaster #Meta #Multiplayer #VR #Shooter #vrgames #games #gaming #virtualreality #VRHeadset #MetaQuest #PCVR #Steam #newgames #velociraptors #GDC #openalpha #SpaceAgeInteractive #dinosaurs

  • Alien Rogue Incursion On Meta Quest

    Alien Rogue Incursion On Meta Quest

    Just imagine what it would be like getting up close and personal with the dreaded Xenomorph well in the Alien Rogue Incursion you can as it is available for Meta Quest VR players this is where you can actually get a feel for what it would like to be right in there when the action begins. The Alien Rogue Incursion VR game has been available before today but now it is available for the Meta Quest.

    To find out more about the Alien Rogue Incursion game go to the official game website here https://bit.ly/AlienRI_Meta

    #AlienRogueIncursion #Alien #MetaQuest #VR #VRGames #VirtualReality #Survios #Xenomorph #SciFi #PlayStationVR2 #PCVR #Steam #NewGames #VRHeadset

  • Prison Boss Prohibition VR Game

    Prison Boss Prohibition VR Game

    VR games are still slow at coming out and getting into the hands of players, but those that are becoming are proving to be good but still not brilliant. In this case, we are talking about the Prison Boss Prohibition VR Game where you play the role of a chicken who is on a mission to build a business that is in the market to sell just about anything that comes your way. This is a great example of how a small business can grow or a large business can fail, where to come in the grand scheme of things? Prison Boss Prohibition will be launching on the Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro, PC VR and PlayStation VR 2 in the spring of next year.

    To find out more about the Prison Boss Prohibition VR game go to the games page on Steam here https://store.steampowered.com/app/2973830/Prison_Boss_Prohibition/

    #PrisonBossProhibition #VRGame #PrisonBoss #Steam #MetaQuest #PCVR #PlayStationVR2 #Games #Gaming #VRHeadset #Trebuchet #CoopGames #Business

  • Zombie Army VR Story Trailer

    Zombie Army VR Story Trailer

    Out of all the enemies that you can encounter in a game zombies have to be the most terrirying, so what could be worse? Well, zombies in VR and in this case it’s the Zombie Army from Rebellion that is taking centre stage. This game is set at the end of WWII and the Nazis have just one weapon left, the Zombie Apocalypse! The Nazis are now even harder to kill and they just keep coming, experience this in VR for an up-and-close battle with the Zombie Army!

    Find out more about the Zombie Army VR game here; https://zombiearmy.com/

    #ZombieArmyVR #VRGames #rebellion #zombiearmy #PSVR2 #VR #MetaQuestPlatforms #PCVR #Gaming #Games #Gamers #ZombieApocalypse #Deadhunters