Prop Hunt-style Game ‘Mannequin’ Goes Free-to-Play on Quest as Freemium Multiplayer Games Thrive

Mannequin (2024), the VR game that brings a unique twist to prop hunt, is going free-to-play on Quest starting today—which could point to more developers opting to go the freemium route. Launched last June on Quest and SteamVR headsets, Mannequin isn’t your typical shooter, nor is it your typical game of prop hunt, which usually involves […]

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MIT Reality Hack Has Become a Focal Point for US East Coast XR Devs & Entrepreneurs

While the XR industry’s major hubs are concentrated on the West Coast of the US, the MIT Reality Hack hackathon has become a focal point for XR developers and entrepreneurs on the East Coast of the US. Now in its eight year, the event has expanded with new opportunities for industry discussion and networking thanks to […]

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Crew Works Eye Checks, Stomach Scans Before Cargo Mission Launches Today

Eye checks and stomach scans dominated the research schedule aboard the International Space Station on Thursday ensuring astronauts stay healthy in weightlessness. The Expedition 72 crew is also gearing up for the arrival of a new cargo mission this weekend.

XR All-Stars Name Immersive Industry Highlights and Success Stories

The greatest aspect of the XR All-Stars programme is learning about the industry’s vast success stories and highlights. Whether that is from the close collaboration of major vendors answering customer needs with innovative technology or thought leaders helping drive the industry forward, many hardworking professionals are bringing new business value to XR hardware and software. […]

VR Startup Offers Microscopic Learning Environment for Students

When the pandemic forced education online, microbiologist Dr. Jane Harrington discovered a fundamental problem: teaching students about invisible organisms through a webcam just wasn’t working: As an educator, I love teaching and I love microbes. I found that just talking to students was ineffective, especially for people who have processing disorders such as ADHD or […]

YouTube Reaches a Billion Monthly Podcast Listeners

Another consideration for your Google Ads approach?

Meta Expands VR Education Initiative to More Classrooms

Meta’s giving more schools access to its VR education tools.

YouTube Adds AI Audio Replacement Options, Tests ‘Hype’ Purchasing

An easier way to replace problematic audio in your YouTube clips.

Instagram Provides Tips on How to Maximize Content Recommendations

Some tips to help you lean into Instagram’s updated recommendations approach.  

Walkabout’s Don Carson On ‘Creating The Context For Humans To Interact With Each Other’

Don Carson walks the path from player to worldmaker at Mighty Coconut.