Get Cosmic VR Platformer STRAYLIGHT on January 31, 2023

 

CLEVELAND — December 7, 2022 — STRAYLIGHT, the first-person cosmic VR platformer built for comfort and speed from developer Dr Bloc, slingshots out of Early Access and into the stars on Tuesday, Jan 31, 2023, for Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest, Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, Valve Index, and the HTC Vive. Experience dozens of new levels, leaderboard upgrades, achievements, and more uncharted content not included in Early Access. 

Swing through a gorgeous yet deadly obstacle course that evokes the simplicity, difficulty, and fun of old-school platform gaming, but in a way that can only be experienced in VR. Soar, fly, and fling forward into a beautiful cosmic playground while navigating difficult challenges to reach the end of each stage. 

Shoot the STRAYLIGHT’s beams to thrust into the dark void of space, connecting to anchor nodes and propelling over, under, around, and across increasingly rigorous obstacles. Easy-to-learn, yet hard-to-master mechanics offers endless replayability, allowing for opportunities to nail that one, perfect, beautiful run.

Master grappling techniques and hone quick reflexes to reach the top of the leaderboards, or collect cubes to unlock a variety of race-able ‘ghosts’, all accompanied by a completely original progressive synth-wave soundtrack brought to us by award-winning composer, songwriter, and VGM artist Rob Kovacs. Preview the debut single, Void Compass, released on Emperia Records, Bandcamp, and now available on all music streaming services. 

The full 1.0 release aims to bring the classic platforming experience of yesterday into the VR realm. STRAYLIGHT has been developed from the ground up as a comfortable experience that anyone can enjoy, even those brand new to VR or those prone to nausea and vertigo that plagues virtual reality movement.

“Our goal to bring a thrilling, entry-level VR experience is almost here,” said Daniel Seery, Co-Founder, Dr Bloc. “STRAYLIGHT provides an approachable experience for VR newcomers, while also offering a skill ceiling high enough for veterans looking to put their will and dexterity to the test!”

STRAYLIGHT will launch on Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest, Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, Valve Index, and the HTC Vive on Tuesday, Jan 31, 2023, for $19.99. 

For more information on the game, beam up to the Dr Bloc website, or find the team on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

About Dr Bloc

Dr. BLOC is an eclectic group of filmmakers, coders, musicians, and writers united by their love of VR, classic platforming games, and emergent design. They hail from Cleveland, Ohio.


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22 Racing Series’ Innovative Racing Modes, Track Builder, and RaceHub Launch on PC

PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, Oculus, and HTC Vive to arrive 2023 alongside PC’s 1.0 update

MELBOURNE – Nov. 30, 2022 – 22 Racing Series, the real-time physics-based racing playground set in the 22nd century, drifts onto Steam Early Access today courtesy of developer GOATi Entertainment, a team comprised of AAA veterans involved with creating some of the industry's biggest titles such as LA Noire, The Darkness 2, and Darksiders 2. PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, Oculus, and HTC Vive versions will be available in 2023 alongside the 1.0 update on PC.

As the world hovers on the brink of total climate collapse a century in the future, daredevils, speed freaks, and adrenaline addicts turn to a virtual future physics racing (FPR) sphere for sport and entertainment accessible to all.

Leave the shackles of peril behind as vehicles tear and speed through twisted tracks based on real locations from around the world. Master traditional racing modes like Time Trials, Circuit Racing, Elimination Rounds, and Point-to-Point Racing. Expand horizons in modern multiplayer-inspired modes like Sector Captor, a vehicular spin on capture the flag, and the massive Race Royale featuring 100 to 1000 players.

22 Racing Series’ RaceHub makes racing technology, infrastructure and marketplace accessible to everyone. Try out track, vehicle, race and tournament builders, as well as RTS resource management and build mechanics. Modders can build any racing experience they like, from future racer, to karting, sim, arcade, maglev, magrip, drones, and bikes. In collaboration with global automobile manufacturers, drive licensed next generation vehicles including GT by Citroën, Citroën Revolte, DS E-tense Performance, and classic heritage vehicles such as MGB-GT and Austin-Healey 3000.

Join a community of fellow racers and modders as they bring their racing visions to life with dream vehicles, tracks, race rule sets, and tournaments to share with other racers to enjoy.

“Building a group of people around a next generation collaborative racing experience has been a tremendously fulfilling adventure. We hope 22 Racing Series brings racing enthusiasts from all walks of life together.”

Garth Midgley, Managing and Creative Director of GOATi Entertainment

To stay up to date with all things 22 Racing Series, speed over to the official website, Twitter, and YouTube pages.

About GOATi

GOATi Entertainment is a AAA game development company specializing in engine technology, physics simulation, blockchain integration, and global microtransaction business models for games and esports. Built upon their proprietary engine ‘RevGen’, they have developed globally recognized and award-winning emergent AI simulation programs and the world’s first RTS-Racing game ’22 Racing Series’. They have pioneered the development of Smart NFT blockchain technology, and in April 2020, they released ‘Pavillion Hub’, the world’s most advanced blockchain gaming platform, which is environmentally friendly and carbon neutral, and was purpose- built with ease of use sign-on, transact, play, and cross-platform connected features that make the mass adoption of blockchain technology in AAA games a near reality.

To learn more about GOATi, please visit the Pavillion Hub, follow @PavillionHub on Twitter, check out GOATi’s official website and YouTube channel, the 22 Racing Series website, and join the racing pit on Discord.

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Mothergunship: Forge Releases COZY update tomorrow, August 18th on VR Platforms!

BOSTON — August 15, 2022 — Put the kettle on and pull up your favorite armchair, because MOTHERGUNSHIP: FORGE, the acclaimed VR exclusive game already chock full of wacky crafting and wackier action, is seeing its first major update with THE COZY UPDATE, coming out August 18 to Meta Quest 2 and SteamVR for Valve Index and HTC Vive.

MOTHERGUNSHIP: FORGE released in June to rave reviews, and introduced gamers to one of the most empowering—yet intuitive—crafting systems ever seen in gaming: VR or otherwise. Now, for their first major update to the game, developer Terrible Posture Games turns their attention to the hottest trends.

What makes a game cozy? After 3 months on the problem, Terrible Posture Games thinks it *just* may have cracked the case. Here are all the goodies dropping with the update:

• A suite of 20 new Cozy Gunparts, including cute metal cat heads, comfy pillows (also made of metal), yummy metal bento lunches, cozy gift-wrapped presents, cups of chamomile, flamethrowers, and more. Players asked, and the devs listened; you can now strap a literal cup of tea to your unfathomably large weapon.

• New HEART Level Set and Boss: only the most emotionally swollen and treacherously spikey rooms ever for THIS update!

• New Friends! (Enemies. They aren’t friendly at all).

• SANDBOX MODE: As requested by fans, Sandbox Mode allows players to explore the Mothergunship with the full array of their collection at their disposal.

• ENDLESS MODE: The fun never ends in this mode. What’s cozier than that?

• AND, FOR THE ADVENTUROUS: Terrible Posture Games invites players to participate in the new BETA CO-OP CAMPAIGN! Find a friend and fight through the entirety of MOTHERGUNSHIP’s campaign together!

• And, of course, tons more: weapon favoriting, new ways to explore your run history, tons of (cozy) bug fixes, quality of life improvements, and design adjustments.

MOTHERGUNSHIP: FORGE – THE COZY UPDATE releases August 18 on Meta Quest 2 and SteamVR. The base game is out now on Meta Quest 2 and SteamVR for Valve Index and HTC Vive for $19.99 USD. Stay updated with the latest missions from Terrible Posture Games on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Discord.

About Terrible Posture Games

Terrible Posture Games is an independent studio founded by veterans of game development on the idea that great talent is global, so studios should be completely remote. Responsible for the creation of “lunch break FPS” Tower of Guns, the bullet-hell craftstravaganza MOTHERGUNSHIP, and the world’s first playable sitcom in 3 out of 10, the studio aims to be a compassionate place for developers to grow and make fun things. Their latest projects include MOTHERGUNSHIP: FORGE and writing support for interactive survival thriller The Walking Dead: Last Mile.

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Rhythm of the Universe Launching on Oculus Quest, PSVR, and PC VR in 2021

BOSTON — Dec. 2, 2020 — IONIA, the first title in the Rhythm of the Universe adventure series about preserving the environment with the power of music theory from ROTU Entertainment, will create a magnificent symphony as a native Oculus Quest app and for PSVR alongside previously announced PC VR headsets in Q2 2021. Two percent of proceeds from the Cannes XR Development Showcase 2020 award-winner and Raindance film festival nominee will benefit environmental non-profit Wildlife Warriors.

Established in 2002 by Steve and Terri Irwin, Wildlife Warriors continues Steve Irwin's legacy of protecting injured, threatened, or endangered wildlife, be it an individual animal or an entire species. Its mission is closely aligned with that of ROTU Entertainment, and the Irwin family supports Rhythm of the Universe: IONIA’s goal of raising awareness for environmental protection issues through immersive entertainment.

As the first of seven games, each with a distinct look and feel, IONIA will introduce an otherworldly forest filled with instrument-inspired flora and fauna. The world is alive with the sounds of music as hands-on interactions between VR controllers and denizens of the woods send sharp drum beats, soft bell tones, and other good vibrations humming through the air. Carve a path into a jungle teeming with life to save the Harpa, a mythical being facing peril.

Rescuing the Harpa while exploring the mysterious forest and its looming ruins is no small task. Climb trees, zipline across trenches, collect supplies, and solve puzzles using music-based magic to push back the vines hiding a mystical narrative and lively ecosystem all designed around the Rhythm of the Universe. Reveal hidden areas, unlock the power of tonal tablets, and most importantly, heal the forest through the power of song.

"We’ve made the decision to delay our musical theory puzzle adventure so we can bring it to Quest and PSVR players at the same time," says Jason Parks, ROTU CEO. "We want everyone with a VR headset to be able to explore the gorgeous world we’ve created from our experiences working extensively with international musicians and documenting the deforestation of the Amazon.”

Rhythm of the Universe: IONIA will be available for Oculus Quest natively as well as through Oculus Link, PSVR, Valve Index, Oculus Rift S, HTC Vive, Vive Pro, and HP Reverb G2 with English, Spanish, French, and German language support. IONIA is rated E for Everyone and equivalent in regions around the world.

For more information about Rhythm of the Universe: IONIA, please visit the official website, follow the game on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, and join the official community on Discord.

About ROTU Entertainment

Based in Boston, Massachusetts, ROTU Entertainment is an immersive entertainment studio striving to define the future of storytelling. A fully-remote, ever-evolving network of artists, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders provides ROTU Entertainment with unparalleled access to talent, creativity, and innovation. The team comprises developers with experience working at Valve and Capcom, as well as on renowned games such as Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, and République.

Learn more about ROTU Entertainment and its upcoming title Rhythm of the Universe: IONIA by visiting the company website or reading an interview on UnrealEngine.com.

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New Moss Expansion called "Twilight Garden" Releasing

SEATTLE – May 14, 2019 – To celebrate the release of Oculus Quest, Polyarc will introduce new content for Moss, making it even harder to put down the game that’s captivated players around the world. One of the top-rated VR games of all time with more than 80 global industry awards and nominations, Moss brings to life a compelling, fantastical story in a way never before possible. And on May 21, with the release of Oculus Quest, players on the platform will be able to unlock and explore the Twilight Garden, a brand-new chapter of Moss. The content delivers a complimentary experience to existing gameplay, bringing additional environments, challenges, and storytelling to players. PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift/S, HTC Vive, and Windows MR platforms will receive the update this June.

“The Quest is a game changer for the VR industry, and something we’ve been eagerly anticipating as developers specializing in VR content. Its wireless head and hand tracking technology allows full immersion in another world, simply by picking up and putting on a headset, regardless of where you are,” said Josh Stiksma, principal designer, Polyarc. “Now you can explore the whimsical fairytale from home or on the go as you travel, commute, and visit friends or family. In addition, to make this experience even more magical, we’ve updated the game. Players may now discover and explore new content hidden within the world of Moss.”

In Moss, players guide a young mouse hero named Quill, while also manipulating the field of play as their own character. Together you embark on an epic journey to save Quill’s uncle. Along the way, you can now discover portals to the strange and vibrant Twilight Garden. Here you’re tested in new ways as a mysterious presence prepares you for the dangers ahead. You’ll explore vast chambers, discover unique weaponry, and face a new realm of puzzles and enemies. Success will require mastery from you both, but if achieved, could change what’s believed possible for a partnership of your kind…

Moss for Oculus Quest will launch on May 21. Moss is currently available for download through Steam, PSVR, Oculus Rift, and HTC Viveport stores for £23.79 GBP MSRP. The free update announced today will automatically update when available on other supported platforms this June. Moss is rated E10+ by the ESRB. For more information, visit our website and follow the official Polyarc channels Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.

© 2018 Polyarc, Inc. All rights reserved. Moss is a trademark of Polyarc, Inc.

About Polyarc

Polyarc, located in Seattle, was founded in 2015 to explore the energizing and momentous possibilities of virtual reality, and to champion a culture where deep collaboration, creative expression, and high player value are at the forefront of every innovation. Polyarc’s team is made up of talented developers with deep experience working on well-known, AAA franchises such as Destiny, Halo 3: ODST, Halo: Reach, Red Dead Redemption, and Guild Wars 2. https://www.polyarcgames.com/


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