The Ghost Howls

AUGUST 4, 2020

The launch on Quest has gone pretty well , and the game has had good feedback from the press (apart from some graphical glitches that can be solved in future updates) and very positive reviews on the Oculus Store. Now there is the Oculus Quest. Oculus Quest and controllers (Image by Oculus).

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VRScout

OCTOBER 12, 2020

The Oculus Quest 2 is the most exciting piece of VR hardware to hit the market since Facebook’s original standalone VR headset, offering incredible visuals, increased processing power, and a smaller, lighter design—all for a lower price than the first-generation model. The best VR headset on the market just got even better.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Today I made two little big discoveries about the Oculus Quest 2 that together mean that you can use this headset as an AR device whenever and wherever you want. The post Oculus Quest 2 passthrough now works without boundaries appeared first on The Ghost Howls. Let me explain everything to you! Guardian disabling is now persistent.

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VRScout

DECEMBER 12, 2020

So, you and your buddy just picked up a couple of Oculus Quest 2 headsets and are looking for the best ways to watch your favorite TV shows and movies together without, you know, actually being together. You can even draw, throw popcorn at each other, and sip on some delicious virtual pop while you watch. Image Credit: VRScout.

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Road to VR

APRIL 26, 2021

Facebook is rolling out its latest avatars, Oculus Avatars 2.0, which it hopes will finally unify virtual identify across Oculus applications and Facebook products. ” Three applications now support the Oculus Avatars 2.0 ” Three applications now support the Oculus Avatars 2.0

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Today I’ve played around with Oculus Quest , trying to hack it a bit via command-line tools (ADB), hoping to activate some cool features. Oculus Go was codenamed “Pacific”, instead. Oculus Assistant. I’ve made some interesting discoveries, and of course, I want to share them with you, the VR community!

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

After Venice VR Expanded has come to an end, I have finally had the time to experiment with Oculus Quest AR Passthrough. What is impressive on the good side is instead the stability of the tracking : we all know that Oculus Insight is the best in class tracking solution among VR headsets, and in AR this is even more important.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Blair Witch: Oculus Quest Edition will cut you out from reality and drop you into the mysterious lore of the Blair Witch. Unlike other VR horror games that rely on basic jump scares to spook players, Blair Witch: Oculus Quest Edition features more psychological horror. Thankfully you’re not alone in Blair Witch: Oculus Quest Edition.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Hand-tracking on Quest rolled out as an experimental feature in late 2019, but Oculus is letting it gestate before it will accept third-party apps with hand-tracking. And while Oculus’ first stab at the feature is reasonably solid, there’s still limitations around accuracy, latency, pose detection, and tracking coverage.

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VRScout

MARCH 19, 2021

The new avatar system will debut first on Facebook Horizon for Oculus Quest headsets. Yesterday, Mark Rabkin, VP of Oculus, sat down with CNET’s Scott Stein to chat about the companies advancements in VR avatar technology, during which a brand new VR avatar system for Oculus Quest/Quest 2 headsets was revealed.

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VRScout

MAY 24, 2020

Check out this next-gen office powered by Oculus’ Passthrough technology. Earlier this week Facebook’s head of AR & VR Andrew “Boz” Bosworth showed off an experimental mixed reality workspace powered via prototype Oculus hardware. “This is real footage using prototype headsets.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Palmer Luckey, the creator of the original Oculus Rift headset, says he’s modified a VR headset such that it can kill the user for real. The provocative art project is inspired by the anime Sword Art Online in which players who are trapped in VR die for real if they die in the virtual world.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

You see, Tux is my artificial pet dragon in the virtual world of Beast Pets. Launched in early access on SteamVR and the Oculus Store in 2019, Beast Pets allows players to play with and care for virtual pet dragons. Though new to the world of VR, the idea behind these digital companions was spawned over a decade ago.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

The Oculus Connect 6 is approaching. Next week, on 25th and 26th, Oculus will hold its main yearly event , and as always, it will talk about the milestones reached by the company and then it will show future hardware and software. What will Oculus announce? This is the homepage of Oculus website (Image by Oculus).

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

There are very few virtual worlds more perplexing than VRChat. Perhaps it’s due to the open-source nature of the application; users are responsible for the creation of most of the game’s content, whether that be hand-crafted avatars and activities or entirely new worlds. Tired of your current, boney form?

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ARPost

AUGUST 3, 2021

As people have had to adjust to working, shopping, and having fun at home, they discovered the benefits of escaping into a virtual world, where they can be anything they want: superheroes, fairytale beings, or simply humans with a complex destiny. Platforms: HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, PSVR. Platforms: Oculus Rift, HTC Vive.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 5, 2024

Augmented Virtuality and the connections between the real and virtual worlds One thing that fascinates me the most about mixed reality is creating a connection between the real and the virtual world. The kitchen is the virtual setting, and the box is the real element living in it.

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Hypergrid Business

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The immersive nature of virtual reality is another aspect of what inspired the genesis of Tripp as a concept. “I I was an investor in the Oculus early stage of their company, and that gave me access to devices,” said Reeves.

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Following its expansion onto new VR and non-VR platforms alike, social virtual world Rec Room is seeing serious growth. Pair that breadth of accessibility with built-in tools which allow creators to make and share their own virtual experiences, and you’ve got a recipe for a thriving virtual world.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 2, 2021

is a Virtual Reality Creative Studio based in Tokyo that creates virtual spaces. So far, we have developed our own VRSNS [VR Social Networked Space, I guess] “virtual world ambr” and virtual spaces for enterprises. Secondly, cross-play is possible on xambr , including Oculus Quest 1&2.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 12, 2020

To bring your entire body into the virtual world, Ikimasho turned to Barbara Chane-Kane, who was responsible for all of dance choreography featured in Ubisoft’s Just Dance VR game. Chane-Kane’s design approach connects you with the game not only physically, but on an emotional level as well. Image Credit: Ikimasho.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

The team at VRrOOm developed the worlds and functionalities in VRChat , working 24/7 to ensure that every artist’s work was correctly uploaded and accessible. The virtual worlds of Venice VR Expanded became a forum for discovery of the virtual world and the people who are in them.

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VRScout

JUNE 28, 2021

According to the website, the platform will be available in VR on Oculus and SteamVR headsets and in 2D via YouTube and Twitch. This will supposedly allow production teams to more easily capture key gameplay shots in real-time and mix them with fan reactions, stadium effects, and other audio/video elements to create more entertaining shows.

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ARPost

JULY 16, 2021

They used their VR developing skills to create a new virtual world, where the user is not just a spectator, but a participant. Why the Need for a Virtual Reality Stadium? The Future Is Virtual for All Types of Events. Virtex Stadium is proof that people can enjoy life in a virtual world, just as they do in the real world.

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VRScout

JANUARY 26, 2021

Before hopping into the virtual world, attendees select their name and choose a personal photo (preferably the one you used for your badge) to serve as the head of their avatar. Once finished with a Q&A, attendees are then transported to the third and final virtual world, Film Party. Image Credit: Sundance Institute.

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VRScout

MAY 11, 2021

Much like the Oculus app store has games, the VIVE App store will offer any VR app or tool designed for business use. In this new normal, VIVE is playing a greater role in bringing people closer together while creating a more sustainable world.”. Image Credit: HTC.

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Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Description: Oculus Ready G333 VR is the official in-ear audio solution for Oculus Quest 2. Fully immerse into the virtual world with audio directed into your ears only and reduce outside noise. Description : Oculus Ready PRO Gaming HeadsetVR is the official over-ear audio solution for Oculus Quest 2.

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Slashgear

JULY 21, 2021

Facebook’s acquisition of modern VR pioneer Oculus has always been a mind-boggling one. Naturally, the social media giant wants to leave its imprint on anything that can be remotely tied to being social, including in virtual worlds.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Developer Tender Claws ( The Under Presents ) today announced that an official sequel for its mind-bending VR game Virtual Virtual Reality is coming soon to the Meta Quest 2, Oculus Rift, and SteamVR. Each new recruit brings their own unique talents—and drama—to your ever-growing team.

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VRScout

JULY 16, 2020

Beginning July 29th, those with PC VR headsets can sign-in to the Museum of Other Realities , available free on both Oculus and Steam, and immerse themselves in a next-gen fashion showcase. “This project will reimagine the live show experience and offer an inspirational glimpse into the virtual future of fashion.”

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Starting tomorrow fans of the critically-acclaimed animated series Sword Art Online (SAO) can log into Sword Art Online -EX-CHRONICLE- Online Edition and explore a sprawling virtual world featuring memorable locations from the show.

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Road to VR

JUNE 4, 2021

The latest update to the Oculus Integration for Unity includes a beta release of a spectator camera capability which will allow developers to show a third-person view to spectators watching on a smartphone or web browser. Soon, developers on Quest will be able to add the same kind of feature to their games.

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ARPost

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The tech world is abuzz with news of the metaverse and how it can open up a world of opportunities. This vast network of virtual worlds is the stuff of science fiction brought to life with today’s technology. A Network of Virtual Worlds. Virtual Real Estate . Digital Relationships.

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ARPost

AUGUST 20, 2021

Build-A-Burn offers browser-based virtual worlds, which Burners can explore and create for other community members. In the meantime, Burners can enjoy the Virtual Worlds starting on August 22. Most VR headsets are compatible with the live event, including HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Quest 1, and Quest 2.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Available next month on Oculus (Meta) Quest and Quest 2, this arcade experience will have you going head-to-head with NPC opponents (easy, medium, and hard difficulties) as well as human players via public and private multiplayer rooms. ” Image Credit: ForeVR Games.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Embark on an epic pint-sized quest September 23rd on On Oculus, SteamVR, and Viveport. After five grueling years of development, critically-acclaimed filmmaker Jon Favreau ( Iron Man, The Mandalorian ) is finally set to launch his long-awaited dream-like VR adventure Gnomes & Goblins later this month on Oculus, SteamVR, and Viveport.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

These and other immersive experience showcases and conferences have largely gone digital by creating their own custom virtual worlds. They have also allowed people to attend from anywhere in the world without the concern for travel and lodgings. For example, LFF Expanded required an Oculus headset. Experiencing LucidWeb.

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