Battlewake is not the kind of game I expected to see from Survios. When you look at every other proper game the studio has developed (Raw Data, Sprint Vector, and Creed: Rise to Glory) they all have one thing in common: visceral, kinetic movement. Raw Data has you swinging swords and feeling like a super...
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Star Wars: Vader Immortal Episode 1 Review: The One You’ve Been Searching For
Darth Vader was never scary to me. That is, I suppose, a product of growing up at a time where the original Star Wars’ special effects were starting to creak, and not long before we were introduced to the crookedly-toothed horned devil that is Darth Maul. I’ve always been jealous, though, of the people that...
Sheffield Doc/Fest 2019 Reveals The Latest In VR Documentaries
In an increasingly busy VR festival circuit, the annual Sheffield Doc/Fest has long stood out for its focused look at immersive documentary making. In fact, last year’s showing topped even E3. The 2019 edition looks to be no different. Sheffield Doc/Fest returns to the UK city on June 6 with a slate of immersive projects....
With new raise, Unity could nearly double valuation to $6 billion
Unity Technologies, the company behind one of the world’s most popular game engines, could nearly double its reported valuation in a new round of funding. The company has filed to raise up to $125 million in Series E funding according to a Delaware stock authorization filing uncovered by Prime Unicorn Index and reviewed by TechCrunch....
VR Needs A Hero: Why Battlefield And Rovio Developers Are Betting On Headsets
With such a dedicated, enthusiastic audience, VR doesn’t get many unexpected surprises. Our most anticipated games enjoy regular spotlights at the top of various subreddits and on our front page. With an industry this small, it’s hard for content to fall through the cracks in the run-up to launch. But Slightly Heroes did just that....
Oculus Rift S And Valve Index Won’t Work On Laptops With Only HDMI
The original Oculus Rift used HDMI but its replacement, Oculus Rift S, uses DisplayPort instead. It also includes a Mini DisplayPort adapter in the box. Valve’s Index VR headset also uses DisplayPort, and while it doesn’t include a Mini DisplayPort adapter, you can find them on Amazon for around $10 if needed. If you have...
Boxing-Focused VR Exercise Game BoxVR Now On PSVR
BoxVR by FitXR has been around for nearly two years in the PC VR scene offering a dedicated VR exercise experience that’s focused on emulating the cardio benefits of boxing. It uses a rhythm-based boxing mechanic similar to Audioshield or Sound Boxing, but nowadays the main comparison will naturally be Beat Saber. The main benefit...
Vader Immortal Oculus Quest Livestream: Lightsaber Combat In VR!
Curious about how we livestream the way we do? Then look no further than this handy guide! Greetings, padawan! The moment has finally arrived and today the embargo is lifted on Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series – Episode I! You can read our full review of the experience on the site now and I’m excited...
With new Fit technology, Nike calls itself a tech company
Rae Witte Contributor Share on Twitter Rae Witte is a New York-based freelance journalist covering music, style, sneakers, art and dating, and how they intersect with tech. You can find her writing on i-D, The Wall Street Journal, Esquire and Forbes, among others. More posts by this contributor Why women are indefinitely sharing their locations...
Nike Tries on Augmented Reality for Sneaker Fitting in Mobile App & Retail Stores
After applying augmented reality as a solution for the sale and marketing of sneakers, Nike is taking the next step in its adoption of AR to improve the customer experience. On Thursday, Nike unveiled its new Nike Fit tool, which the company is preparing to add to its existing mobile apps for iOS and Android,...