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  • Escape the Clumsy Catacombs: Light-Hearted VR Puzzle Game ‘Goofy Dungeon’ Launches September 24

    Escape the Clumsy Catacombs: Light-Hearted VR Puzzle Game ‘Goofy Dungeon’ Launches September 24

    Get ready to test your brain—and your virtual spatial awareness—without taking yourself too seriously. Independent developer Sheyper has officially announced that Goofy Dungeon, a playful new VR puzzle adventure, will be arriving on Steam VR and Meta Quest on September 24, 2026.

    Designed entirely from the ground up for virtual reality, Goofy Dungeon strips away the grim, stressful tropes of traditional dungeon crawlers and replaces them with light-hearted fun, charming environmental interactions, and clever physics-based puzzles.

    What is Goofy Dungeon?

    Goofy Dungeon is a compact, accessible VR title that focuses on tactile exploration and clever problem-solving. Rather than battling terrifying monsters or managing complex survival mechanics, players are invited to step into a vibrant world where curiosity is your best tool.

    Key features include:

    • Built-for-VR Design: Built specifically to maximise VR immersion, allowing you to intuitively grab, throw, push, and experiment with objects throughout the environment.
    • Interactive Environments: Puzzles require direct interaction with the world around you. Poke around every corner, tinker with mechanical contraptions, and discover creative solutions to clear rooms.
    • A Fun, Short Quest: Designed for a satisfying, accessible play session, making it a great pick for both seasoned VR enthusiasts looking for a fun palate cleanser and newcomers to virtual reality.
    • Claim Your Trophy: Complete your quirky quest, navigate through the playful maze of puzzles, and earn your ultimate reward!

    Whether you’re looking to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of VR physics interactions or looking for a game to show friends and family how engaging VR can be, Goofy Dungeon offers a refreshing bite-sized adventure.

    Mark your calendars for September 24, 2026, and prepare to dive into the fun on SteamVR or Meta Quest.

    Find out more here

    #GoofyDungeon #VRGaming #IndieGame #MetaQuest #SteamVR #IndieDev #VRPuzzles #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Roll Out! Transformers: Beyond Reality Redux Charges onto Meta Quest this September

    Roll Out! Transformers: Beyond Reality Redux Charges onto Meta Quest this September

    Autobots, assemble! Meta4 Interactive and developer Illogika have officially announced that Transformers: Beyond Reality Redux is launching on September 10, 2026.

    Designed specifically for virtual reality enthusiasts and fans of the legendary franchise, this upgraded release is heading to the Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest 3S.

    What to Expect in Beyond Reality Redux

    Transformers: Beyond Reality places players right in the middle of the epic clash between the Autobots and the Decepticons. Acting as a human ally equipped with advanced Cybertronian exo-suit technology, you get to fight alongside fan-favourite Autobots like Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Windblade to protect Earth from total devastation.

    The Redux edition promises an enhanced VR experience tailored to maximise the power of Meta’s latest standalone hardware line—especially taking advantage of the increased performance and visual clarity on the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S. Players can look forward to immersive arcade-style VR shooting action, responsive controls, and high-octane battles against giant Decepticon threats.

    Launch Details

    • Release Date: September 10, 2026
    • Platforms: Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 3S
    • Developers/Publishers: Meta4 Interactive, Illogika

    Whether you’re a long-time Cybertron veteran or new to VR action games, Transformers: Beyond Reality Redux looks set to offer an action-packed experience this fall.

    Find out more here

    #Transformers #TransformersBeyondReality #MetaQuest #MetaQuest3 #MetaQuest3S #VRGaming #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Project Hail Mary: Journey Among the Stars, an Untold Chapter of the Sci-Fi Universe to Mixed Reality This Autumn!

    Project Hail Mary: Journey Among the Stars, an Untold Chapter of the Sci-Fi Universe to Mixed Reality This Autumn!

    Get ready to transform your living room into the deep reaches of space! Fans of Andy Weir’s critically acclaimed, bestselling sci-fi universe are in for a massive treat. A brand-new, interactive mixed-reality experience—Project Hail Mary: Journey Among the Stars—is officially making its way to VR and MR headsets in Autumn 2026.

    Developed by immersive entertainment studio Maze Theory (the team behind Doctor Who: The Edge of Time and Peaky Blinders: The King’s Ransom) in collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios, this original adventure expands the beloved universe with a completely untold chapter of the Hail Mary mission.

    Best of all? Author Andy Weir himself has penned this new story, ensuring every scientific puzzle, witty moment, and high-stakes dilemma stays true to the source material.

    Step Into the Boots of Ryland Grace

    In Project Hail Mary: Journey Among the Stars, players step directly into the first-person perspective of Ryland Grace, the lone surviving astronaut tasking himself with saving humanity.

    As deep space grows increasingly unpredictable, critical systems aboard the ship begin to fail. To survive and keep the mission on track towards Eridani, you’ll have to:

    • Diagnose failing systems across the Hail Mary.
    • Improvise scientific and engineering solutions under immense pressure.
    • Work side-by-side with Rocky, everyone’s favourite alien engineer from Erid, navigating cross-species communication, trust, and co-op problem solving in zero gravity.

    Bringing the Hail Mary Into Your Living Room

    What makes Journey Among the Stars stand out is its seamless integration of Mixed Reality (MR) technology.

    By blending your physical environment with the digital layout of the Hail Mary, the game projects the spaceship’s control panels, diagnostics, and external space view directly over your real-world surroundings. Imagine looking past your living room wall and seeing the infinite black expanse of interstellar space—or having Rocky scuttle past your couch as you troubleshoot critical engine repairs.

    Launching Autumn 2026

    Project Hail Mary: Journey Among the Stars is scheduled to launch in Late 2026 across major VR and MR platforms, including Meta Quest 3 / 3S, PICO 4, and Android XR. Pre-orders and demo details are set to drop very soon, with fresh trailers giving players a sneak peek at the cinematic visuals and immersive co-op mechanics.

    Whether you’re a hardcore sci-fi enthusiast, a fan of Andy Weir’s gripping storytelling, or a headset owner looking for the next showcase title, this interactive adventure is shaping up to be an absolute must-play.

    Amaze! Amaze! Amaze!

    Find out more here

    #ProjectHailMary #JourneyAmongTheStars #VRGaming #MixedReality #MetaQuest3 #PICO4 #AndyWeir #SciFiGaming #TechMash #MazeTheory #GamingNews #VirtualReality

  • Break Out in Style! HyperVR Games Unveils Comedic VR Sandbox ‘Bad Inmate’ Launching This October

    Break Out in Style! HyperVR Games Unveils Comedic VR Sandbox ‘Bad Inmate’ Launching This October

    Virtual reality fans, it’s time to plot your most ridiculous breakout yet! HyperVR Games—the acclaimed Latvian development studio and publisher behind viral VR smashes like Shave & Stuff and Titans Clinic—has officially announced its next chaotic adventure. Get ready to stir up some serious prison-cell chaos in Bad Inmate, a brand-new comedic, physics-driven prison escape simulator heading to VR consoles on October 15th, 2026.

    Whether you’re looking to execute a mastermind escape or just want to cause utter anarchy behind bars, Bad Inmate promises to bring HyperVR’s signature brand of sandbox comedy to Meta Quest and PlayStation VR2 platforms (with a SteamVR release planned for a later date).

    A Sandbox Where Anything (and Everything) Is an Escape Tool

    Forget boring escape plans and stealth games that take themselves too seriously. In Bad Inmate, you are an inmate who stumbles upon a mysterious “guy in the wall” offering escape advice. The hitch? His grand plans are totally unhinged—and it’s up to you to figure out how to put them into practice.

    Built entirely around interactive, physics-driven mechanics, virtually every object in the prison environment can be grabbed, thrown, hidden, or repurposed into a questionable escape plan.

    Want to dig a tunnel out using a cafeteria spoon? Go for it. Need to pass through a restricted checkpoint? Scan another prisoner’s face or trick a guard. Feel like starting an absolute riot instead of sneaking around? Grab a dumbbell, throw lunch at an unsuspecting guard, or pull outrageous pranks on fellow inmates to see how the reactive AI responds.

    Why VR Gamers Should Keep an Eye on Bad Inmate

    HyperVR Games has built a massive following in the casual VR gaming scene, earning thousands of overwhelmingly positive reviews for its wildly entertaining simulators like Shave & Stuff and Titans Clinic. Bad Inmate looks to take that same intuitive, highly interactive gameplay and apply it to a fresh, objective-based sandbox environment.

    Key Features to Expect:

    • Physics-Driven Freedom: Pick up, toss, use, or hide almost any item in the facility.
    • Hilarious Trial-and-Error Gameplay: Did your escape plan fall apart after a security camera caught you in the act? No problem—get thrown back into your cell, improvise a brand-new (and likely worse) plan, and try again.
    • Weird Quests & Favours: Complete bizarre tasks for your mysterious wall buddy to unlock new areas, tools, and escape routes.
    • Pure VR Sandbox Comedy: Prank guards, trick prisoners, start cafeteria food fights, and crawl through air vents in the most chaotic prison break VR has ever seen.

    Release Date & Platforms

    Mark your calendars! Bad Inmate will officially escape onto Meta Quest headsets and PlayStation VR2 on October 15th, 2026. PC VR players won’t be left behind either, as a SteamVR version will follow shortly after.

    You can head over to the Meta Store or PlayStation Store to add Bad Inmate to your wishlist today.

    Find out more here

    #BadInmate #HyperVRGames #VRGaming #VirtualReality #MetaQuest #PSVR2 #SteamVR #IndieGames #GamingNews #VRSandbox #GamingCommunity

  • Suit Up, Heisters! PAYDAY: Aces High Debuts First Gameplay Trailer & Announces Closed Playtest

    Suit Up, Heisters! PAYDAY: Aces High Debuts First Gameplay Trailer & Announces Closed Playtest

    Get your masks ready, heisters—the iconic world of PAYDAY is making an explosive debut in virtual reality!

    At the latest VR Games Showcase, developer and publisher Fast Travel Games officially revealed the very first gameplay trailer for PAYDAY®: Aces High. Set in Starbreeze Entertainment’s legendary PAYDAY universe, this officially licensed VR co-op heist game is bringing all the high-stakes thrill, squad strategy, and adrenaline-fueled chaos directly into your headset.

    Whether you’re a long-time veteran of the franchise or a VR gaming enthusiast looking for your next co-op obsession, here is everything you need to know about the big reveal and how you can get early access.

    The Heat Is On: What to Expect from PAYDAY: Aces High

    In PAYDAY: Aces High, you and up to three friends take revenge on business titan Warren Jupiter after being framed. The game puts you right in the middle of the action, taking full advantage of VR to deliver immersive, hands-on heisting mechanics.

    • High-Octane Co-Op Gameplay: Assemble a 4-player crew to plan, breach, and carry out high-stakes heists.
    • Custom Loadouts & Arsenal: Customise your playstyle by mixing weapons (ARs, SMGs, shotguns, pistols) with high-tech gadgets like sentry guns and grapples.
    • 4 Unique Playstyle Classes (“Four Aces”):
      • Ace of Hearts (The Mastermind): Plans every escape route and fallback.
      • Ace of Clubs (The Ghost): Stealthy and surgical—gone before anyone notices.
      • Ace of Diamonds (The Technician): Master of gadgets and tactical destruction.
      • Ace of Spades (The Enforcer): The heavy-hitting muscle when things go loud.

    Get Early Access: Closed Community Playtest Starts August 20!

    Can’t wait until launch to pull off your first score? Fast Travel Games is giving fans a chance to grab the loot early with an exclusive Closed Community Playtest!

    • Playtest Dates: August 20 – August 24
    • Supported Platform for Playtest: Meta Quest 3

    How to Sign Up: Playtest slots are strictly limited, so speed is key. To register for your chance to join the crew on Meta Quest 3 ahead of the game’s official release later this year, head over to the official PAYDAY: Aces High website and follow the sign-up instructions!

    Release Window

    PAYDAY: Aces High is slated for release later this year on Meta Quest and PC VR platforms (SteamVR). Keep your eyes peeled, assemble your crew, and make sure your VR headset is charged—it’s almost time to secure the payday!

    Find out more here

    #PAYDAYAcesHigh #VRGaming #FastTravelGames #Starbreeze #MetaQuest3 #SteamVR #CoOpGaming #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Total Chaos VR Announced: Prepare to Experience True Survival Horror Up Close and Personal!

    Total Chaos VR Announced: Prepare to Experience True Survival Horror Up Close and Personal!

    If you’re a fan of heart-pounding survival horror and retro-style shooters, hold onto your VR headsets—things are about to get uncomfortably real.

    Publisher Apogee Entertainment and developer Trigger Happy Interactive have officially announced that a dedicated VR Edition of Total Chaos is officially coming soon to Steam VR!

    Revealed during the highly anticipated VR Games Showcase, this newly tailored edition promises to elevate the critically acclaimed survival horror experience by bringing players directly into its terrifying, atmospheric world.

    What is Total Chaos?

    For those unfamiliar, Total Chaos originally captivated retro shooter fans as a massive total conversion mod built on the GZDoom engine before evolving into a standalone cult phenomenon. Set on the isolated, heavily polluted mining island of Fort Oasis, players must survive against terrifying, mutated abominations using whatever makeshift weapons they can find or craft.

    Combining resource management, brutal melee combat, and suffocating atmosphere, it quickly earned a reputation as one of the most intense retro horror games available.

    What to Expect in the VR Edition

    Bringing Total Chaos to Virtual Reality isn’t just a simple port—it’s designed to bring you uncomfortably close to the nightmare:

    • Immersive Horror: Feel the claustrophobia of Fort Oasis as darker corners, terrifying enemy sound design, and unsettling visuals wrap around your full field of view.
    • Tactile Combat: Aim, swing, reload, and manage your inventory in real-time VR, adding a whole new layer of panic when monstrosities close in on you.
    • Pure Nostalgia & Modern Fear: Experience the unique blend of retro aesthetics merged seamlessly with modern VR immersion.

    The Best Part? It’s Free for Existing Owners!

    Here’s the absolute best news for horror fans: Anyone who already owns Total Chaos on Steam will receive access to the VR Edition at no extra cost! Whether you’re a long-time player looking for a reason to jump back in or someone waiting for the ultimate immersive fright, Apogee Entertainment and Trigger Happy Interactive are making sure loyal fans get the complete experience without breaking the bank.

    Ready to Face the Chaos?

    Make sure to add Total Chaos to your Steam wishlist and keep your VR headset charged— Fort Oasis is waiting, and survival has never felt this real.

    Are you brave enough to step into Fort Oasis in VR? Let us know in the comments below!

    Find out more here

    #TotalChaos #TotalChaosVR #SteamVR #VRGaming #ApogeeEntertainment #TriggerHappyInteractive #SurvivalHorror #IndieHorror #TechMash #PCGaming #VRGamesShowcase

  • Holy Sheep! Human: Fall Flat Creators Reveal Their Next Hilarious VR Puzzle Adventure, Tiny Flock

    Holy Sheep! Human: Fall Flat Creators Reveal Their Next Hilarious VR Puzzle Adventure, Tiny Flock

    If you’ve ever lost hours to the chaotic, wobbly physics of Human: Fall Flat, get ready to roll up your sleeves—literally. No Brakes Games, the indie studio behind the multi-million-selling platforming sensation, has officially unveiled its brand-new title: Tiny Flock.

    Built from the ground up exclusively for virtual reality, Tiny Flock is an utterly charming, physics-based VR puzzle game set to launch in 2026 on PCVR and Meta Quest. Best of all? It lands at a super accessible price point of $18.99 / €18.99 / £15.99.

    Here’s everything you need to know about this cosy yet chaotic shepherd simulator.

    What is Tiny Flock?

    In Tiny Flock, you leave behind the ragdoll humans to step into the boots of a VR shepherd. Your objective sounds simple enough: guide a group of adorable, slightly reckless sheep to their lush green pasture.

    However, in true No Brakes Games fashion, where your sheep go, they follow—even if that means wandering straight off a cliff edge! It’s up to you to manipulate the environment and keep your woolly friends out of danger.

    Set across 21 beautifully hand-crafted 3D diorama levels, the game treats every stage as a mini tabletop world waiting to be explored, stacked, pulled, and smashed.

    Pure Physics, Zero Fixed Solutions

    What made Human: Fall Flat such a hit was its open-ended puzzle philosophy, and Tiny Flock doubles down on that creative freedom for VR:

    • 100% Interactive Dioramas: If you can see an object in the world, you can interact with it. Want to build a makeshift bridge? Go for it. Prefer to stack crates, smash through obstacles, or swing from levers? It’s all fair game.
    • No “Right” Answer: There are no rigid solutions. Whether you carefully engineer an elegant bridge or create complete, chaotic destruction to force a path, the game rewards experimentation and curiosity.
    • Tactile VR Controls: Featuring full hand-tracking and passthrough support on Meta Quest, players can reach right into the diorama with their hands to guide their flock naturally.

    To top off the cosy atmosphere, the game also features a custom-built physics engine to make every interaction feel punchy and tactile, accompanied by a soothing, original cello soundtrack.

    Designed Strictly for Virtual Reality

    Why pivot to exclusive VR? CEO of No Brakes Games, Tomas Sakalauskas, highlighted the studio’s passion for creating an experience that simply couldn’t work on a traditional screen:

    “Tiny Flock is our desire to make something really good, polished and ambitious that is strictly VR, with interactions impossible on a flat screen… It takes the Human Fall Flat philosophy for its worlds and puzzles and pushes it into interactions unique to VR.”

    Key Features at a Glance

    • 21 Hand-crafted Diorama Worlds packed with interactive objects.
    • Built Exclusively for VR with Meta Quest passthrough and full hand-tracking support.
    • Custom Physics Engine offering tactile, satisfying puzzle mechanics.
    • High Replayability with hidden collectables and achievements for completionists.
    • Atmospheric Cello Soundtrack to set a relaxing, cosy mood.
    • Affordable Pricing: Launching at just USD $18.99 / €18.99 / £15.99.

    Final Thoughts

    Whether you’re a die-hard VR enthusiast looking for a charming new physics playground or a fan of No Brakes Games’ signature brand of cosy chaos, Tiny Flock looks like an absolute gem to keep on your radar.

    Tiny Flock is set to arrive on PCVR (via Steam) and Meta Quest in 2026. Make sure to add it to your wishlist today!

    Find out more here

    #TinyFlock #NoBrakesGames #HumanFallFlat #VRGaming #MetaQuest #PCVR #SteamVR #IndieGames #VRPuzzleGames #TechMash

  • Stranded in Paradise: Acclaimed VR Survival Game ‘Bootstrap Island’ Hits PlayStation VR2 Today!

    Stranded in Paradise: Acclaimed VR Survival Game ‘Bootstrap Island’ Hits PlayStation VR2 Today!

    VR survival fans, assemble! Developer Maru VR has officially announced that its critically acclaimed 17th-century survival adventure, Bootstrap Island, is now available on PlayStation VR2 for $24.99 / €24.99.

    Following its hugely successful PC VR run—where it earned widespread praise for its brutal, highly realistic physics and systems-driven world—the complete survival adventure makes its console VR debut with powerful platform-specific enhancements.

    A Relentless Robinson Crusoe Experience

    Inspired by classic shipwreck tales like Robinson Crusoe, Bootstrap Island thrusts you into the shoes of Daniel, a 17th-century merchant cast ashore on a mysterious, unforgiving tropical island.

    Forget about hand-holding markers, minimaps, or intrusive UI tutorials. In Bootstrap Island, you are left entirely to your own instincts. You will need to learn through trial and error, adapt to dynamic threats, and make split-second decisions where every mistake could spell the end of your run.

    A Truly Systems-Driven World

    What sets Bootstrap Island apart from standard survival titles is its interconnected, dynamic simulation:

    • Unpredictable Mechanics: Fire, weather, liquids, physical motion, animal behaviour, and a ruthless day-night cycle interact with one another in real time.
    • Diverse Biomes: Scavenge for vital resources across dense jungles, perilous cliffs, sandy beaches, winding riverlands, hidden caves, and volcanic landscapes.
    • Infinite Replayability: Thanks to randomised loot, shifting weather, and changing wildlife threats, no two survival attempts are ever the same.

    Built Ground-Up for Virtual Reality

    Bootstrap Island emphasises tangible physical interaction. Want to start a fire? You’ll need to strike flint manually. Out of ammo? You’ll have to reload period-accurate firearms by hand under high-pressure scenarios. From climbing sheer cliffs to fishing, cooking over an open flame, and building shelters, every motion is designed to deliver complete immersion.

    To top it off, the PlayStation VR2 version leverages the headset’s cutting-edge hardware features:

    • Eye-Tracked Foveated Rendering for crisp, stunning visuals.
    • Sense Controller Haptics & Adaptive Triggers for realistic physical feedback.
    • Headset Feedback that brings every impact, storm, and creature encounter right to your forehead.

    Learn, Adapt, and Endure

    Combining roguelike mechanics with long-term progression, every run in Bootstrap Island serves as a learning experience. Cumulative survival time unlocks new tools and equipment across future playthroughs, giving you a better fighting chance as you uncover the secrets of the island, its past inhabitants, and its mysterious local tribe.

    Prefer a more tailored challenge? The game also includes a Custom Mode, allowing you to tweak day length, environmental intensity, and survival difficulty to suit your exact playstyle.

    Available Now

    If you are ready to test your grit against the elements, wild predators, and the secrets of a mysterious tropical shoreline, Bootstrap Island is waiting for you. Grab your PS VR2 headset and jump into the fight for survival today!

    • Platform: PlayStation VR2 (PS5) & PC VR
    • Price: $24.99 / €24.99
    • Developer/Publisher: Maru VR

    Find out more here

    #BootstrapIsland #PSVR2 #MaruVR #PlayStationVR2 #VRSurvival #VRGaming #TechMash #GamingNews #PS5VR #VirtualReality

  • Face the Fright Together: Scary Baboon’s Massive Bosses Update Brings Co-Op Chaos to VR

    Face the Fright Together: Scary Baboon’s Massive Bosses Update Brings Co-Op Chaos to VR

    If you thought running for your life from terrifying lab experiments in VR was purely a solo test of nerve, think again. Scary Baboon, the viral multiplayer VR horror phenomenon on Meta Quest, is putting teamwork front and centre with its biggest release yet: The Bosses Update.

    Known for its chaotic jump scares, meme-worthy player interactions, and millions-strong community, Scary Baboon is stepping into a bold new era. Rather than just running, screaming, and scattering in all directions, players are now being challenged to assemble, coordinate, and face down a terrifying shared threat together.

    Enter Meatman: A Failed Experiment Demands Cooperation

    The centrepiece of the new update is the arrival of Meatman as a full-scale co-op boss battle. One of the game’s most iconic and deeply unsettling monsters, Meatman is the grotesque result of a failed laboratory experiment—and he’s not going down easily.

    While brave (or foolish) solo players can try to take on Meatman alone, developer ENVER designed this encounter specifically around cooperative play. To defeat Meatman, groups of players need to combine forces, coordinate their attacks, watch each other’s backs, and revive or support teammates mid-fight.

    It transforms the core Scary Baboon experience from hilarious, frantic survival into a tactical, action-packed team raid—all while keeping the signature horror and comedy that made the game a massive hit in the first place.

    Gear Up and Power Up: New Mechanics and Tech Trees

    The Bosses Update isn’t just about throwing a bigger monster at players; it seamlessly connects several systems introduced in recent updates to create a much deeper gameplay loop:

    • Combat & Loadouts: Weapons and combat mechanics introduced in the earlier Fight Back update now serve a crucial purpose. Players can equip new explosives, shields, and ranged weapons specifically tuned for high-stakes encounters.
    • The Boss Tech Tree: A dedicated progression tree gives players unlockable options and upgrades to tailor their loadouts for boss encounters.
    • Pets Lend a Hand: The adorable (and useful) pets introduced in July’s update now feature directly in combat. Bringing your pets into battle boosts your critical-hit chances against Meatman.
    • Epic Rewards: Defeating Meatman isn’t just for bragging rights—victorious teams are rewarded with rare eggs and the chance to hatch even more powerful pets.

    A Rapidly Evolving Shared World

    The Bosses Update marks another milestone in a rapid live-service run from studio ENVER, following hits like Dreamcore, Fight Back, Toxic, and the Pet Update. With over 73,000 ratings on Meta Quest (averaging 4.7 stars) and a thriving Discord community of over 220,000 members, Scary Baboon continues to cement its place as one of the most culturally active titles in VR.

    Whether you’re a long-time test subject or a complete newcomer to the laboratory, there’s never been a better time to grab your headset, rally your friends, and see if your squad has what it takes to survive Meatman.

    Has your squad attempted the Meatman boss fight yet? What’s your favourite loadout? Let us know in the comments below!

    Find out more here

    #ScaryBaboon #VRGaming #MetaQuest #VRHorror #GamingNews #CoOpGaming #IndieDev #TechMash

  • Meta Quest’s Ultimate Motocross Sim Takes Off the Gloves: Stunt X Mania 1.0 is Here!

    Meta Quest’s Ultimate Motocross Sim Takes Off the Gloves: Stunt X Mania 1.0 is Here!

    Hold onto your handlebars, VR thrill-seekers. After spending a highly successful year tearing up the dirt tracks of Meta Quest’s Early Access, developer ReVR Games has officially taken the training wheels—and the gloves—off.

    Stunt X Mania has officially left Early Access, dropping its massive Version 1.0 update. If you’ve been looking for an adrenaline-fueled, stomach-churning, gravity-defying freestyle motocross (FMX) experience that puts you directly in the rider’s seat, your weekend plans are officially sorted.

    Realism Meets Pure Arcade Mayhem

    What sets Stunt X Mania apart in the Meta Quest library is its unique approach to physics and control. ReVR Games has built a system that caters beautifully to both casual gamers and hardcore grease monkeys.

    • For the Sim Purists: You can switch on hyper-realistic manual controls. This means you’ll be managing the bike’s throttle, clutch, and shifting gears in real-time to maximise speed, maintain balance, and stick those impossible landings.
    • For the Casual Stuntmen: If you just want to fly through the air without worrying about a gearbox, an intuitive arcade-style automatic mode allows you to focus 100% on pulling off sick combos.

    What’s New in the 1.0 Launch?

    ReVR Games didn’t just slap a “1.0” label on the game and call it a day; they’ve completely overhauled the experience based on a year of community feedback. Here is what’s waiting for you in the full release:

    • Brand New Career Mode: Think you’ve got skills? Put them to the test across 12 demanding levels packed with stunt objectives and strict time limits.
    • Insane Challenge Mode: Ready to get weird? Challenge mode takes things to extreme levels—including jumping your bike from one moving truck to another and shredding vertical quarterpipes.
    • An Expanded Stunt Roster: The trick list has been boosted to 12 daredevil feats. You can now master iconic real-world FMX moves like the Superman, Lazyboy, Kiss of Death, Tsunami, Cliff Hanger, and the mind-boggling Special Flip.
    • New In-Game Store: Earn bragging rights and unlock fresh cosmetics. Complete specific objectives to unlock cool new bike liveries and customise your rider’s gear.
    • Advanced Scoring System: Landings matter. The upgraded scoring system now calculates combo multipliers, stunt variations, landing precision, and time variables to crown the true kings of the leaderboard.

    “We are bringing in a whole new hyper-realistic motocross and FMX experience for VR! Super excited and can’t wait to see the kind of stunts and combos our supporters come up with.” — Rohan Das, Chief Game Designer & Co-founder at ReVR Games

    Hit the Dirt Today!

    Stunt X Mania 1.0 is available right now on the Meta Quest Store for just $9.99.

    And the team at ReVR Games isn’t stopping here. They have already confirmed that post-launch roadmaps include a full Multiplayer mode, Co-op, an Adventure mode, and hyper-customisation options for your bikes.

    If you own a Quest 2, Quest 3, or Quest Pro and have even a passing interest in extreme sports, this is an absolute must-play. Grab your helmet, fire up your engines, and we’ll see you on the quarterpipe!

    Find out more here

    #StuntXMania #MetaQuest3 #VRGaming #ReVRGames #MotocrossVR #TechMash #VRGamingCommunity #FMX #VirtualReality

  • Level Up Your Oche: Darts VR2: Bullseye Drops Massive XP System Update on Meta Quest

    Level Up Your Oche: Darts VR2: Bullseye Drops Massive XP System Update on Meta Quest

    Darts isn’t just a game of skill; it requires dedication and patience. And that’s exactly what the brand-new XP System Update delivers to Darts VR2: Bullseye fans today on Meta Quest.

    Developed by the VR pioneers at Gamitronics and brought to us by XR specialists Evolution Publishing, this massive progression update transforms how you step up to the dartboard. Whether you are a casual player or a VR darts purist, your time at the line is about to get a whole lot more rewarding.

    Reward Your Dedication: The 25-Level Progression Journey

    Gamitronics and Evolution Publishing have been listening closely to player feedback. The community wanted a deeper, more rewarding gameplay loop—and the dev team delivered.

    The centrepiece of today’s update is a fully realised 25-level progression system. Moving forward, every single throw matters. You’ll earn XP across the board whether you are flying solo, taking on a friend in competitive multiplayer, or trying out the game’s wilder arcade modes. Hit a single number? You get a steady trickle of XP. Nail a perfect 180? Watch your experience bar skyrocket.

    As you rise through the ranks to become a true Darts VR2: Bullseye master, you’ll unlock a massive haul of new content:

    • Customisation Overhaul: Quirky new dart designs, fresh avatars, and cosmetic player titles to flex your status.
    • Immersive Upgrades: Brand-new visual FX, custom voice packs, and striking new dartboard designs.
    • Prestige Achievements: Ultimate badges of honour that will require true skill, focus, and that signature darts patience to unlock.

    “We’ve been listening to player feedback and requests, asking for a more rewarding experience. That naturally led us to develop the XP progression system, unlocking new features and rewards the more you play. It’s an exciting addition that we can’t wait for players to enjoy. And this is just the start!” — Kevin Joyce, CEO of Evolution Publishing

    Play Your Way: From 501 to Zombie Waves

    If you haven’t jumped into Darts VR2: Bullseye yet, there has never been a better time. Building on nearly a decade of experience since Gamitronics’ original 2017 PCVR hit, this sequel features heavily overhauled, physics-based throwing mechanics that make every wrist flick and release angle feel beautifully true to life.

    But it’s not all serious pub tournaments. The beauty of Darts VR2 lies in its variety. You can grind your way through the 25 new XP levels by playing:

    • Traditional Formats: Master classic 501, Cricket variants, and Around the World.
    • Arcade Mayhem: Fight off literal waves of the undead with explosive projectiles in Zombie Mode, or test your focus under pressure in the high-speed Killstreak rhythm challenges.

    Out Now on Meta Quest (with More Platforms to Follow!)

    The XP System Update is live today for all Meta Quest users (supporting Quest 2, Quest 3, and Quest 3S) where the game is currently available in Early Access for £12.99 / $14.99.

    If you are playing on PlayStation VR2 or PCVR via Steam, don’t worry—Gamitronics has confirmed that this progression update is coming to your headsets very soon!

    Are you ready to claim your title as the ultimate virtual darts master? Step up to the oche, aim for that triple 20, and start levelling up today.

    Find out more here

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  • Get Ready to Raid: Sweet Surrender Creators Announce DRIFTERS: Blackout Crew for Meta Quest and SteamVR

    Get Ready to Raid: Sweet Surrender Creators Announce DRIFTERS: Blackout Crew for Meta Quest and SteamVR

    The extraction shooter craze is officially hitting deep space in virtual reality. Munich-based independent studio Salmi Games—the brilliant minds behind the hit VR roguelite Sweet Surrender—has officially pulled back the curtain on their next major project: DRIFTERS: Blackout Crew.

    Revealed during the Summer VR Games Showcase, this upcoming title is a 4-player, PvE co-op VR extraction shooter built from the ground up for tactile, high-stakes immersive gameplay. It is officially headed to Meta Quest and SteamVR.

    Check out everything we know about your next favourite VR obsession below.

    The Premise: Raid, Steal, and Survive

    In DRIFTERS: Blackout Crew, you and your squad play as a desperate crew stranded in the dark corners of deep space. Running on emergency backup power, your survival depends entirely on what you can scavenge and steal.

    Your mission? Drop into heavily guarded, ancient alien temples to scavenge rare resources, fight off relentless robotic defence systems, and extract vital energy to keep your dying mothership alive.

    High-Stakes Risk vs. Reward

    True to the extraction genre, the core hook of DRIFTERS revolves around classic push-your-luck decision-making. Do you and your crew risk pushing deeper into the facility for rarer, high-tier loot? Or do you call it a day and extract early before the automated security systems completely overwhelm you? One wrong move, and you lose everything.

    Built for Immersion: Tactile VR Gunplay & Jetpacks

    Salmi Games isn’t just making a standard shooter; they are tailoring every single mechanic to the unique strengths of VR.

    • Physical Interactions: Expect incredibly tactile weapon handling, manual reloading, and physical looting that makes every firefight feel chaotic and immediate.
    • Dynamic Movement: Players will be equipped with jetpacks, adding verticality to the combat and allowing them to boost across environments to flank enemies or escape danger.
    • Sci-Fi Visuals: The game features a distinct, highly stylised sci-fi aesthetic. It’s hand-crafted to run smoothly on standalone VR headsets like the Meta Quest while offering extra visual headroom to truly shine on high-end Desktop PC VR setups.

    “With Sweet Surrender, we spent years refining responsive VR combat alongside our community,” says Yacine Salmi, founder of Salmi Games. “With DRIFTERS, we are taking that experience into a bigger co-op game built around teamwork, physical VR gunplay, and extraction decisions players have to make together under pressure.”

    Crafting and Progression

    The loop doesn’t end when you make it back to the ship. Successful extractions feed directly into a long-term progression system. Back on your mothership, you’ll use your hard-earned loot to:

    • Craft powerful new weapon parts and gear.
    • Upgrade your suits and toolkits for the next drop.
    • Unlock cosmetics to make your drifter stand out.
    • Build out and improve your home base.

    Join the Crew: Community-Driven Development

    Salmi Games has a stellar track record of supporting their titles post-launch with massive, community-shaped updates (as seen with Sweet Surrender). They plan to bring that same collaborative approach to DRIFTERS.

    The team has already announced plans for private playtests, inviting players to give feedback early in the cycle to help shape development before the official release.

    While a solid release date hasn’t been locked in just yet, you can head over to Steam and the Meta Store right now to add DRIFTERS: Blackout Crew to your wishlist. You can also jump into the official Salmi Games Discord to sign up for upcoming playtest opportunities.

    What do you think, TechMashers? Are you ready to grab your squad, strap on your jetpack, and raid some alien temples? Let us know in the comments below!

    Find out more here

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