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Key art for G-Rebels featuring a VTOL aircraft flying over a dark, futuristic dystopian cityscape.

G-Rebels Out Now On Steam With VR Support

Action-combat flight simulator G-Rebels has officially arrived on Steam in Early Access. The game features full VR support and takes inspiration from 1997 classic G-Police. Players pilot a VTOL craft through a dystopian …

Valve VR headset and controllers displayed on a clean surface during a hardware testing phase.

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Steam Frame release is being held up by Valve as it's still finishing ‘Gamepad Mode’

A digital interface showing the updated SteamVR dashboard with Steam Deck-style navigation icons.

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Valve Drops Big SteamVR Update Ahead of Steam Frame Launch

A scene from the VR experience Ôl | Haunts featuring an interior bedroom setting with early 2000s tech aesthetics.

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Welsh language VR experience makes history on international stage

Steam Frame vs Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest 3 — Which has stronger specs, and which is best for gaming?

The virtual reality hardware market is heating up. Valve recently announced the Steam Frame, a upcoming headset designed to integrate with the Steam gaming library. While consumers…

VALVE · 3d ago

Valve Steam Frame: Release Date, Price, Specs & Everything We Know

Valve’s new Steam Frame VR headset is moving toward a summer 2026 launch. While official pricing and reservation dates remain unconfirmed, key hardware has cleared US customs and F…

Entrepreneur David Huang demonstrates the Dance Guru VR app at the Augmented World Expo in Long Beach.

DANCE GURU · 3d ago

Shy on the dance floor? Virtual reality 'partners' aim to help you find your groove

Wedding season brings a familiar anxiety for many people who feel uncomfortable on the dance floor. A new wave of virtual reality applications is aiming to change that by providing…

SteamVR dashboard interface displaying the new quick access menu with volume, battery, and brightness controls.

VALVE · 4d ago

SteamVR Beta gets a big update ahead of the Steam Frame release

Valve has released SteamVR Beta version 2.17.4, a significant update that integrates more Steam-specific features directly into the virtual reality environment. This release serves…

Jeff Basladynski sits in a convention booth surrounded by VR headsets and his custom wooden chopsticks.

VRVILLA · 4d ago

Interview with Jeff Baz, the man who made 80,000+ people play with VR

Jeff Basladynski, known in the community as Bazitron, has built a massive footprint in the world of virtual reality by bringing hands-on experiences to conventions across the Unite…

Glyph wallet with E Ink display showing a QR code next to XR glasses on a table.

MIT MEDIA LAB · 4d ago

Glyph Is the Missing Link Between XR Glasses and the Real World

The smartphone currently acts as the universal gatekeeper for our daily interactions. From boarding passes at airports to digital payment credentials, scanners expect a screen-base…

A person wearing RayNeo Air 4 Pro glasses while holding a handheld gaming console during a test.

RAYNEO · 4d ago

RayNeo Air 4 Pro Offers Dual Micro OLED Displays For $239

The RayNeo Air 4 Pro smart glasses are changing how we consume media on the move. By prioritizing a fixed, high-resolution display over complex augmented reality sensors, these gla…

A blank white 1x1 pixel image representing a tracking probe or placeholder for the Pokemon Go tenth anniversary article.

NIANTIC · 4d ago

How the Pokémon Go brand has stood the test of time

Pokemon Go marks its tenth anniversary this year, offering a moment to look back at how the game changed mobile gaming. When it launched, the title merged location-based tracking w…

A close-up view of a person wearing a virtual reality headset and hand controllers in an immersive art exhibition.

TIFF · 5d ago

TIFF: The Market: Eight XR, VR & Mixed Reality Projects Set For The Inaugural Innovation Hub Lineup

The Toronto International Film Festival has officially unveiled the lineup for its inaugural Innovation Hub. Located on the 200-level of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this n…

HTC · 5d ago

Pre-order page for HTC VIVE Eagle smart glasses reveals release date before it's taken down

The pre-order page for the HTC Vive Eagle smart glasses recently disappeared from Amazon. Potential buyers who attempted to access the listing found it removed without explanation …

The Lynx R2 mixed reality headset resting on a surface with visible lenses and sensors.

ESSILORLUXOTTICA · 5d ago

EssilorLuxottica Acquires French XR Startup Lynx, Putting R2 Headset Release in Doubt

EssilorLuxottica has acquired the French XR hardware startup Lynx. This move marks the end of Lynx as an independent company after years of struggle in the hardware market. Founder…

A blank grey error screen on the YouTube interface showing a connection failure message.

YOUTUBE · 5d ago

John Fury tries a VR Headset - BBC

The platform formerly known as YouTube is currently experiencing a widespread outage. Users across various regions report difficulty accessing video content and persistent error me…

VITURE Beast XR glasses connected via USB-C to a Lenovo Legion Go handheld gaming device on a desk.

VITURE · 5d ago

The VITURE Beast are the first pair of XR glasses I want to bring on every trip

The market for XR glasses is maturing, and the new VITURE Beast hardware stands out as a practical choice for travelers. These glasses feature on-device 3DoF tracking, which allows…

A promotional shot of a player wearing a VR headset and backpack in a 1000-square-foot gaming arena.

GRAND RAPIDS GRAND PRIX · 5d ago

Virtual reality comes to Grand Rapids Grand Prix

Grand Rapids is getting a major upgrade in entertainment. The Grand Rapids Grand Prix has launched a new attraction called Zero Latency Grand Rapids. This setup is a free roam virt…

HTC Vive Eagle smart glasses displayed in multiple frame colors and lens styles against a clean backdrop.

HTC · 6d ago

HTC Vive Eagle AI glasses: New Ray-Ban Meta alternative launching in the US for $499

HTC is bringing its Vive Eagle AI glasses to the United States market. The device is officially scheduled for release on September 1, 2026, and is currently available for preorder …

Steven Cox and Jarrett Osterhout stand in front of two TruGolf simulator bays inside the new ReviveZone center.

REVIVEZONE · 6d ago

ReviveZone brings family-friendly, virtual reality to Ithaca

A new 4,000-square-foot entertainment center is now open in the Cayuga Shopping Center. ReviveZone brings immersive virtual reality gaming and golf simulation to the Ithaca area. …

A list of games on the Steam storefront under the Great on Frame category for the new Valve VR headset.

VALVE · 6d ago

'Great on Frame' page on Steam adds three more titles as Valve inches closer to launching new VR headset

Valve is expanding the library for its upcoming virtual reality headset, the Steam Frame. Three new titles have joined the Great on Frame page on the Steam store, marking the lates…

A person wearing XREAL Aura glasses and holding the connected processing puck to demonstrate the device interface.

XREAL · Jul 13, 2026

XREAL Aura Hybrid AR and VR Glasses: Hands on Guide

The XREAL Aura marks a notable shift in wearable hardware by combining augmented reality and virtual reality capabilities into a single lightweight frame. Weighing under 95 grams, …

Valve shipping crates arriving at a US warehouse as the company prepares for the Steam Frame headset launch.

VALVE · Jul 13, 2026

Steam Frame release date edges closer as new shipments of Valve’s headset arrive

Valve is accelerating preparations for the Steam Frame as inventory shipments into the United States continue to climb. Recent data tracking indicates that 15 separate shipments of…

Weverse interface screen showing cookie consent options and artist community navigation menu.

WEVERSE · Jul 13, 2026

[NOTICE] Release Announcement

Weverse provides a centralized platform for fans to access artist updates and direct communications. The site recently updated its cookie collection protocols to manage user sessio…

Digital graphic featuring Pokémon GO branding and a Pokéball icon to announce the 10-year anniversary Summer Quest event.

POKEMONGO · Jul 13, 2026

Welcome to Pokémon GO Summer Quest

Pokémon GO is turning ten years old. To mark the anniversary, the team is hosting the Pokémon GO Summer Quest in London. The event takes place at The Green at Boxpark in Shoreditch…

Two Pokémon Go fans holding phones and looking at the screen with shock in front of a street background.

SCOPELY · Jul 13, 2026

10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all

Pokémon Go marks a significant milestone as it celebrates 10 years of operation. Since its launch in 2016, the mobile game has transformed how people interact with their physical s…

Mega Mewtwo Y character model from Pokemon Go displaying its psychic power in a raid environment.

POKEMON · Jul 12, 2026

Pokémon Go Fest 2026—Genetic Mastery Timed Research Guide, Explained

Pokémon Go Fest 2026 is officially underway, and the Genetic Mastery Timed Research quest is the primary attraction for trainers this weekend. Running from July 11 through July 12,…

Pokémon Go players gathering in Times Square to participate in a large-scale community raid event for the 10th anniversary.

SCOPELY · Jul 12, 2026

A decade later, Pokémon Go finally made good on its original promise

Ten years after its debut, Pokémon Go has finally realized the potential shown in its original 2015 trailer. Nearly 2,000 players gathered in New York City's Times Square this week…

Xreal A01+ AR glasses displayed alongside a compatible handheld gaming device on a clean background.

XREAL · Jul 12, 2026

You can now buy Xreal’s A01+ AR glasses in Canada

X by Xreal has brought the A01+ augmented reality glasses to the Canadian market. This launch marks a push into more accessible wearable hardware for consumers looking to connect w…

The Link Holder menu inside the Pokemon Go app showing the current balance of Link Charges for a player.

POKEMON GO · Jul 12, 2026

Pokémon Go Link Charges explained

Link Charges arrived in Pokémon Go alongside the new Super Mega Raids in February 2026. Players need this resource to access these specific raid tiers. You can choose to use these …

Close-up view of the HTC VIVE Eagle smart glasses frame showing the adjustable nose pads for fit.

HTC · Jul 11, 2026

HTC VIVE Eagle review: AI smart glasses that fall short

Smart glasses are moving from science fiction into actual hardware releases, but the competition is stiff. The HTC VIVE Eagle has officially entered the market as a competitor to t…

Zeraora surrounded by electrical energy in a promotional graphic for the Pokémon Go Fest 2026 event.

NIANTIC · Jul 11, 2026

Pokémon Go A Thunderous Discovery Zeraora Special Research quest

Pokémon Go Fest 2026: Global brings a major opportunity for all players to secure the mythical Pokémon Zeraora. This year the event is free to everyone, meaning every trainer has a…

Shipping manifest documentation showing a 1,656kg hardware delivery for Valve Corporation at a US warehouse.

VALVE · Jul 11, 2026

Steam Frame launch appears imminent as a massive new VR shipment lands at Valve’s US warehouse

Valve appears to be nearing a retail launch for the Steam Frame. Recent logistics data indicates a massive shipment of hardware has arrived at a company warehouse in the United Sta…

A close up view of a player selecting the Dragon Ascent move for Rayquaza in the Pokemon Go interface.

POKEMON · Jul 11, 2026

How to get Meteorite and teach Dragon Ascent in Pokémon Go

Mega Evolving Rayquaza in Pokémon Go requires a specific item called a Meteorite. This item is essential for teaching the Dragon-type Charged Attack known as Dragon Ascent. Without…

Developer recording hand gestures for a VR project using the Prehension AI SDK inside a Unity interface.

PREHENSION · Jul 11, 2026

Prehension lets you easily implement gestures in your VR games

Prehension AI is simplifying how developers handle animated hand gestures in virtual and mixed reality. Implementing complex hand movements that happen over time is a significant c…

A menu screen in Pokemon Go showing the Lucky Trinket item as a reward on the free Go Pass track.

POKEMON GO · Jul 11, 2026

Pokémon Go Lucky Trinket and how to get the Lucky Trinket explained

The Lucky Trinket serves as a specific item in Pokémon Go that triggers an instant Lucky Friend status with another player. You can use it on any friend with a level of Great Frien…

A poster of a virtual dance instructor from the Trip the Light app displayed at the Augmented World Expo.

DANCE GURU · Jul 11, 2026

Shy on the dance floor? Virtual reality 'partners' aim to help you find your groove

Wedding season brings significant stress for those uncomfortable on the dance floor. A new wave of virtual reality applications aims to change this by providing a private, judgment…

Pokémon Go players participate in a 1,000-person raid battle in Times Square to celebrate the game's 10th anniversary.

POKEMONGO · Jul 11, 2026

‘Pokémon Go’ Exec Promises 1,000-Person Times Square Mewtwo Event Is Just the Start of 10th Anniversary: ‘My Personal Goal Is to Create Core Memories’ for All Players

Ten years after a rocky launch defined by server crashes and technical failures, Niantic commemorated the tenth anniversary of Pokémon Go with a massive raid event in New York City…

ASUS ROG Xreal R1 gaming glasses displayed alongside the ROG Control Dock on a clean tech product table.

ASUS · Jul 11, 2026

ASUS’ ROG Xreal R1 is a gaming-first pair of smart glasses

ASUS is entering the wearables market through a new partnership with Xreal. The companies unveiled the ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses at CES. This device is positioned specifically…

An infrared view of LEDs used by the Vision Pro for tracking third-party accessories.

APPLE · Jul 10, 2026

Apple Publishes Detailed Technical Specifications for Third-party Vision Pro Motion Controllers

Apple has released formal technical specifications for third-party motion controllers compatible with the Vision Pro headset. This move follows the announcement that VisionOS 27 wi…

Players gather in Times Square for a live Pokémon GO raid battle featuring an on-screen Mega Mewtwo Y.

POKEMONGO · Jul 10, 2026

Pokémon GO celebrates its 10-year anniversary by transforming Times Square into an immersive real-world adventure

Pokémon GO marks its 10-year anniversary this week, reflecting on a decade of mobile gaming history. Since its 2016 debut, the game has changed how players interact with their envi…

Game developer Grant Hinkson demonstrating the Connectome art experience on an Apple Vision Pro headset.

APPLE · Jul 10, 2026

CONNECTOME: A Game Of Points & The Challenges Of Building For Apple Vision Pro

Building applications for the Apple Vision Pro presents technical hurdles that developers do not encounter on other platforms. Grant Hinkson, the creator of the art experience Conn…

Valve Steam store page display showing the Great on Frame branding alongside featured VR game titles.

VALVE · Jul 10, 2026

Valve is Getting Awfully Close to Steam Frame Release Following 'Great on Frame' Store Page

Valve appears to be preparing for the imminent launch of its Steam Frame standalone headset. Evidence surfaced in the form of a new store landing page titled Great on Frame. This s…

Close-up of XREAL xbx a01+ AR glasses showing the sleek frame and display design for international markets.

XREAL · Jul 10, 2026

XREAL’s First Budget AR Glasses Go on Sale Internationally, Priced at $300

XREAL is expanding its footprint by bringing its xbx a01+ budget augmented reality glasses to international markets. The hardware is now available in the United States for 300 doll…

John Carmack speaking at an industry event regarding virtual reality platform development and legacy game software.

ID SOFTWARE · Jul 10, 2026

Former Oculus CTO John Carmack Puts up $1M for Official VR Ports of Id Software Titles

John Carmack is renewing his offer to pay $1 million to facilitate official virtual reality ports of classic id Software titles. The former Oculus CTO and id Software co-founder is…

Thousands of players gathered in Times Square for a 10th-anniversary Pokemon Go raid against Mega Mewtwo Y.

POKEMONGO · Jul 10, 2026

Thousands of ‘Pokémon Go’ Players Descend on Times Square to Defeat Mewtwo

Times Square transformed into a virtual battlefield this Thursday as thousands of players gathered to mark the 10th anniversary of Pokemon Go. Nearly 2,000 attendees participated i…

Andrew Bosworth holding a Meta prototype headset during a public discussion.

META · Jul 10, 2026

Meta Reaffirms "Multiple Next-Generation Headsets", Hints At Connect Announcement

Meta is continuing its investment in virtual reality hardware. During a recent public question session, Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth confirmed that the company is curre…

Vivo Vision mixed reality headset featuring a curved glass visor and fabric light seal design.

VIVO · Jul 9, 2026

Vivo takes aim at Apple’s Vision Pro with its Vision mixed reality headset

Vivo has entered the mixed reality market with the official launch of the Vision Discovery Edition. Marking the company’s 30th anniversary, this headset represents the first foray …

Aerial view of the Alcock and Brown landing site in Derrygimblagh Bog, Connemara where augmented reality is being planned.

CONNEMARA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · Jul 9, 2026

Augmented reality being planned for Alcock and Brown experience in Clifden

The Connemara Chamber of Commerce is moving to modernize the visitor experience at the site where aviation history was made over a century ago. Plans are in development to introduc…

Colorful promotional art for Pokemon Go Fest 2026 featuring various creatures and festival branding.

POKEMONGO · Jul 9, 2026

A Bay Area guide to get the most from Pokemon Go Fest 2026: Global

Pokemon Go Fest 2026 kicks off this weekend with a massive global event. For the first time, this celebration is free for all players, providing access to a wide range of legendary…

A group of players in an Auckland park looking at their phones while participating in a Pokemon Go raid event.

NIANTIC · Jul 9, 2026

Ten years on, the Kiwi gamers still obsessed with Pokémon Go

Ten years after its initial launch, the mobile game Pokémon Go maintains a dedicated following in New Zealand. Players continue to congregate in public spaces, parks, and city cent…

Custom PCB and 3D-printed housing for the Sideloader 3.3 augmented reality headset.

SIDELOADER · Jul 9, 2026

Build Your Own SteamVR-Compatible AR Headset

Augmented reality hardware often comes with high price tags and closed architectures, but the DIY community is finding new ways to bypass these barriers. Creator Mañolo recently de…

Exterior view of the historic Great White Horse Hotel in Ipswich which is being converted into a gaming arena.

GREAT WHITE HORSE HOTEL · Jul 9, 2026

500 year old Grade-II listed hotel to become virtual reality gaming arena

The historic Great White Horse Hotel in Ipswich is entering a new phase. Developers confirmed that the Grade-II listed building will soon host the Another World VR Arena. This move…

Steam Frame Wireless Adapter driver listing on SteamDB showing a released status in a Windows tool environment.

VALVE · Jul 8, 2026

Steam Frame launch seems near as Valve quietly marks its Wireless Adapter driver as "Released"

Valve is moving closer to the launch of the Steam Frame. While official details on price and availability for the upcoming VR headset remain under wraps, recent software activity p…

VALVE · Jul 8, 2026

New Steam Frame update sheds more light on Valve’s verification system

Valve has pushed a backend update to its Steam Frame system that clarifies how games receive verification status. Previously, the system required all titles to meet specific native…

A group of Pokémon Go players gathered at Centennial Park in Nashville for a mobile game raid event.

POKEMONGO · Jul 8, 2026

In the Club: 'Pokémon Go' Nashville

Centennial Park has become a central hub for Nashville players of the mobile game Pokémon Go. What started as a viral trend in 2016 remains a steady community fixture for players a…

A YouTube 403 Forbidden error screen requiring a user to sign in to confirm they are not a bot.

YOUTUBE · Jul 8, 2026

10 years of Pokémon Go: Why we’re still catching ’em all | Stuff.co.nz

YouTube is currently facing access challenges for users attempting to view specific short-form content. The platform requires a sign-in verification process to confirm identity and…

VALVE · Jul 8, 2026

Steam Frame release date looms as new shipments of Valve’s VR headset are spotted

Valve appears to be in the final stages of preparing the Steam Frame for public release. New import records indicate that additional shipments of the virtual reality headset have a…

A digital display showing a 3D model of a historical artifact inside a virtual exhibition hall in Istanbul.

ISTANBUL · Jul 8, 2026

Virtual reality museum offers summer escape in Istanbul | Daily Sabah

Istanbul is offering residents and visitors a fresh way to beat the summer heat through a new virtual reality museum experience. This project provides digital access to historical …

Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y standing side by side in a promotional graphic for the Pokemon GO Fest 2026 event.

POKEMONGO · Jul 8, 2026

Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global: Complete Guide to the 10th Anniversary Event

Niantic has announced the details for the upcoming Pokemon GO Fest 2026 Global, marking the tenth anniversary of the mobile game. The event takes place from Saturday, July 11, to S…

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