Asymmetrical VR multiplayer game Mannequin reaches SideQuest in open alpha with new levels and features.
We need camera access to unleash the full potential of Mixed Reality
These days I’m carrying on some experiments with XR and other technologies. I had some wonderful ideas of Mixed Reality applications I would like to prototype, but most of them are impossible to do in this moment because of a decision that almost all VR/MR headset manufacturers have taken: preventing developers from accessing camera data. […]
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Meta Extends Quest 3 ‘Asgard’s Wrath 2’ Bundle Offer Through June
Since the launch of Quest 3, Meta has included a free copy of its latest and greatest first-party game, Asgard’s Wrath 2. Originally with a redemption deadline in January, the company has extended the offer several times, now pushing it out to the end of June. Asgard’s Wrath 2 is perhaps the most ambitious Quest game […]
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Immunology Studies and Robotics for Orbital Residents as Crew and Cargo Craft Count Down to Launch
One crew and one cargo spacecraft on two different continents are counting down to launch as the seven orbital residents aboard the International Space Station spent Wednesday exploring how space affects the immune system, carrying out robotics activities, and connecting with students on Earth. Three crew members are gearing up to launch from the Baikonur …
XR Leaders Speak on Samsung, LG, Apple Entering XR Device Marketplace
Watch on YouTube. XR Today’s Rory Greener is joined by a group of experts in this episode of Big XR News. In this episode, we’re joined by: Amy Peck, CEO of EndeavourXR Jay Latta, Speaker and Founder of The Fusionists Kevin O’Donovan, Co-Chair VRARA Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARA Jennifer Wolf, Executive Officer, […]
Immersive Spaces: Expert Roundtable
Increasingly, the earth’s population is occupying immersive and virtual spaces. Ever since the mid-20th century debut of video games, generations of gamers have immersed themselves in exciting digital spaces. Now, in 2024, with the rise of XR and spatial computing technology, new types of end-users are leveraging digital spaces for emerging use cases outside of […]
HTC Boosts Developer VIVEPORT Revenue Share to 90 Percent
VIVEPORT by HTC has increased the developer revenue share to an ‘industry leading’ 90 percent, adding support to the XR developer community. Also described by VIVEPORT, the HTC store for XR games and apps, as a “ground-breaking moment for the VR and MR industry”, the new revenue split is higher than any other XR-focussed platform. […]
GTC ’24: NVIDIA CEO Outlines Spatial Computing Partners
Today, during NVIDIA GTC’s opening keynote, the firm’s CEO, Jensen Huang, took to the stage to highlight, among other breaking news, such as genAI and robotic tools, some of the firms that are helping to accelerate the presence of XR/spatial computing solutions in the workplace, namely partners that are leveraging or are helping to boost […]
Pinterest Announces Trend Tips and an IRL Activation for Coachella 2024
Pinterest is heading to Coachella 2024.
Meta, Snap and TikTok Agree to New Election Integrity Guidelines
The new, voluntary guidelines will facilitate more information sharing and cooperation.
Instagram’s Testing Longer Reels To Maximize Engagement
Some users are now being prompted to post longer video clips.
X Shares New Insights Into Platform Usage and Engagement
X has provided an update on its performance, though some of the figures don’t appear to match up.
Myst Sequel Riven Is Coming To VR In 2024
Cyan Worlds is following up its outstanding VR-first Myst remake with Riven for release in 2024.
Flat2VR Studios Is Creating Licensed VR Ports Of Flatscreen Games
Flat2VR Studios is a new studio developing officially licensed VR ports of flatscreen games, and it’s partnering with Team Beef.
Sony Is Reportedly Pausing PlayStation VR2 Production Due To Slow Sales
Sony is pausing PlayStation VR2 production due to slow sales, Bloomberg reports.
The XR Week Peek (2024.03.19): Quest 3S and Pico 4S leaked, and much more!
Today is Father’s Day in Italy, so I want to send a big hug to all the fathers out there, wherever they may be. Life is busy these days, but in April I will have more time to collaborate with you all. For this reason, I’ve given a refresh to the pages where I talk about […]
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[Industry Direct] Is Standalone VR Holding Back PC VR?
Industry Direct by Rein Zobel, Creative Director & Co-founder at Maru VR Productions Industry Direct is our program for sponsors who want to speak directly to the Road to VR newsletter audience. Industry Direct posts are written by sponsors with no involvement from the Road to VR editorial team. Links to these posts appear only […]
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Equipment Installs, Health Studies for Expedition 70 Ahead of Crew and Cargo Launches
Equipment installs, health investigations, and training occupied the schedule aboard the International Space Station on Tuesday as the seven orbital residents near the arrival of three crew members and a cargo delivery. NASA’s SpaceX 30th commercial resupply mission to the station is scheduled for launch at 4:55 p.m. EDT Thursday, March 21 from Space Launch …
Light-Duty Day for Station Residents Ahead of Crew and Cargo Launches
This week is shaping up to be busy for the International Space Station as the Expedition 70 septet will see the arrival of three new crew members and the delivery of new science later this week. Aboard the orbital complex, the four NASA residents had a light-duty day ahead of upcoming mission events, while the …
HUSH Deploys Magic Leap AR to Showcase Designs
HUSH selected the Magic Leap Workshop to help design installations for a building development in New Jersey known as the ‘Helix’. The complex architecture requirements of the Helix led to the HUSH team utilising Workshop so that they could view the installation plans in 3D and, for the first time, with a true sense of […]
LG Launches Business Metaverse
Following its recent partnership with Meta, LG Electronics is launching its first enterprise-ready Metaverse platform for HVAC installers and professionals. According to the firm, its “LG Air Solution Village” Metaverse offers HVAC professionals an immersive space for several use cases, including virtual showrooms and functional installation simulation. LG is creating a platform for HVAC professionals […]
Google Ads Cheat Sheet: The Factors Affecting Your Ad Position [Infographic]
Some insights for your Google Ads approach.
X Releases Back-End Code and Weighting Data for Grok LLM
Now you can glean insight into exactly how Elon’s AI chatbot works.
TikTok Adds New Influencer Audio Clips to Its Commercial Sounds Library
Some new, influencer-generated audio for your promotions.