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JUNE 17, 2019

While E3 2019 may officially be in the books, it appears as though Sony is only just getting started. Here’s what PSVR players have to look forward to this week: VACATION SIMULATOR from Owlchemy Labs. Originally released on SteamVR and Oculus this past April, Vacation Simulator arrives on PlayStation VR tomorrow ( June 18th ).

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JANUARY 6, 2018

According to a report by Silicon Era , Sony expects to increase the number of PSVR games from 150 to 280 over the course of 2018. However Sony says they’ve sold more than 12.2 SEE ALSO Sony Releases PSVR's Top 10 Most Downloaded Games of 2017, 'Job Simulator' Tops the Chart.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Owlchemy Labs permanently reduced the price for Vacation Simulator and Cosmonious High, though PlayStation owners will need to wait. each, Owlchemy Labs confirmed that Vacation Simulator and Cosmonious High are now available permanently at $19.99 Vacation Simulator and Cosmonious High are now PERMANENTLY $19.99

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MARCH 25, 2019

During Sony’s inaugural ‘State of Play’ livestream, the company today announced a number of PSVR games with official street dates, many of which we’ve been salivating over for the past year. Vacation Simulator – 6/18/2019. Jupiter & Mars – 4/22/2019. Table of Tales – 4/16/2019.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Sony probably isn’t going to reveal sales for its PlayStation VR headset for a while yet, but it did today reveal which games are selling the best on the PlayStation Store. In the US, Owlchemy Labs’ port of its popular HTC Vive game, Job Simulator , was the bestselling app. Job Simulator. Job Simulator.

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MAY 11, 2021

A new report from UploadVR teases some pretty impressive specs for Sony’s upcoming PlayStation VR 2 headset. Image Credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment. Image Credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment. Feature Image Credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment.

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MARCH 19, 2018

The latter is sure to be enjoyed by fans of Job Simulator (one of PSVR’s top rated titles) as it’s made by the same studio, Owlchemy Labs. Here’s the complete list of what Sony says is launching this Spring: Anamorphine. The post Sony Highlights 30+ PSVR Games Launching This Spring appeared first on Road to VR.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

But other partners like XREAL, Sony, and Lynx are working on new devices compatible with this operating system. The only announced content is the G-suite and some games like Demeo or Vacation Simulator, but more is to come. Im linking you my review of the simulator, so you understand better why this is a cool project.

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APRIL 9, 2025

A terrible Microsoft Flight Simulator ripoff took #1 in Europe's PlayStation VR2 download charts for March, and #4 in the US. The game was originally titled "Flight Simulator 2025 VR" on the PlayStation Store when it launched last month, and has now been changed to "Flight Simulator Delivery 2025 VR".

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JANUARY 11, 2019

Job Simulator (2016). Surgeon Simulator: Experience Reality (2016). Reigning supreme now three years in a row is Job Simulator , a day-one launch title when PSVR released in October 13th, 2016. The post ‘Beat Saber’ Vaults to #2 Most Downloaded PSVR Title of 2018, ‘Job Simulator’ #1 (again) appeared first on Road to VR.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The glasses should work with Google Gemini AI and have the following features: Processors : Snapdragon AR1 and NXP Camera : 12MP with Sony IMX681 Battery : 155mAh Weight : 50 grams The first batch of production should be around 500,000 units , with more to come if the glasses prove to be successful.

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MARCH 11, 2025

South Korean news outlet The Elec instead reports that Samsung will use Sonys new 1.35-inch inch 35523840 micro-OLED display, the same used in Sonys own SRH-S1 standalone headset. Sony also provides the screens for the Apple Vision Pro, but these ones for the Samsung headset would be from a new generation.

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JANUARY 6, 2017

Owlchemy Labs, the trailblazing developers of Job Simulator, today announced its VR game available for Rift, Vive, and PlayStation VR has officially cleared $3 million in sales, the largest figure we’ve heard to date for PC-based VR. It was also the most downloaded PS VR game in all of 2016 on Sony’s online PSN Store.

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APRIL 4, 2025

If you're unaware, while PS VR2 supports PC VR through Sony's official SteamVR driver, the headset currently lacks its standout features on PC, including eye tracking, HDR, headset rumble, and adaptive triggers, though the developer of Cactus Cowboy got the triggers working back in September.

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MARCH 27, 2023

Last year Sony unveiled Ghostbusters VR Academy , a new location-based VR experience based on the iconic Ghostbusters franchise that lets you to strap on a Proton Pack and battle an army of supernatural creatures alongside your friends. Battle supernatural entities and race against other players in futuristic hovercrafts.

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JANUARY 6, 2017

Sony’s PlayStation 4 continues to widen the gap between it and the Xbox One with a strong 2016. Over the holiday season alone in 2016 Sony announced that more than 6.2 During that same holiday time period, Sony stated that between both digital and retail, over 50 million games were sold.

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JUNE 8, 2022

Commemorating the release of the original Ghostbusters (1984) film, Sony Pictures Virtual Reality (SPVR) today announced a pair of out-of-home VR games collectively called Ghostbusters VR Academy, coming to HOLOGATE locations worldwide. ” Image courtesy Hologate, Sony Pictures Virtual Reality.

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MARCH 14, 2023

Horizon Call of the Mountain, undoubtedly a product of sizable investment by Sony, only managed to eke out third place in the US/Canada and the EU, taking second place in Japan, which is probably more than a tad disappointing to the Sony-owned developers Guerilla Games and Firesprite.

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JUNE 24, 2020

Marvel’s upcoming superhero simulator Iron Man VR is shaping up to be one of the most exciting releases of 2020. Image Credit: Camouflaj / Sony PlayStation. Explore Tony’s garage and modify your suit in hit upcoming PSVR exclusive. ” Marvel’s Iron Man VR arrives July 3rd exclusively on PlayStation VR.

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APRIL 20, 2022

The first-person VR football simulator will be available this fall. is releasing the first-ever NFL-licensed VR simulation game title that will have you taking snaps and making lightning-fast decisions to win the game. NFL Pro Era will be available this fall for the Meta Quest and Sony PlayStation VR headsets.

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JANUARY 17, 2019

Where many high-end VR platforms pride themselves in touting the latest advances in hardware and the highest resolutions, Sony has instead chosen to focus their efforts on content, establishing a solid library of engaging VR experiences in the process. Image Credit: Sony Playstation.

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JUNE 18, 2019

Sony London Studio – Blood & Truth. Owlchemy Labs – Vacation Simulator. Orka Informatics – Virtual Training Ship Simulation (VTS). Oxford Medical Simulation – Oxford Medical Simulation. Precision OS Technology – Augmented Baseplate Shoulder Simulation & Patient Specific Planning.

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JUNE 13, 2017

Just like any other VR headset, Sony’s PlayStation VR (PSVR) leaves plenty of room for improvement, and the company’s R&D division has a few ideas on where to take it on both a software and hardware level. He also spoke about VR displays, and the importance of integrating focus variation to simulate our real world vision.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In partnership with award-winning violinist and Sony artist Joshua Bell, Sony Playstation brought to life a live studio performance of Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. Best VR Game: Job Simulator. No surprise that Job Simulator from Owlchemy Labs won this category for becoming a go-to game to introduce the power of VR to people.

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MAY 21, 2018

Now, users looking to pop their head in to see what all the fuss is about should have their eyeballs pointed to PSN starting tomorrow, as Sony is tossing out a free WipEout Omega Collection demo replete with PSVR support. Announced on Sony’s PS blog , you’ll be able to play on both PS4 and PSVR.

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APRIL 22, 2025

Unnerving walking simulator POOLS VR invites you to explore its eerie waters next month on PC VR. Described as a suspenseful walking simulator with no monsters or jump scares, you'll explore liminal spaces inspired by the backrooms that can feel oppressive at times by invoking fears of getting lost, the dark and tight spaces.

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MAY 10, 2019

Sony today released the monthly download rankings for PSVR. What’s more, within only a few weeks of release, it was named the number two most downloaded PSVR game of all of 2018 , beating out all competition but the long-standing fan favorite Job Simulator (2016). Job Simulator. Superhot VR. Creed: Rise to Glory.

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MAY 28, 2024

Job Simulator And Vacation Simulator Arrive On Apple Vision Pro Apple Vision Pro is now home to two of VR’s best-selling titles, Job Simulator and Vacation Simulator from Owlchemy Labs. Welcome to the golden age of hand-tracked VR gaming. I also noted a few objects not releasing from my grip when I expected them to.

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MARCH 4, 2025

More info (Valve Deckard to be released in 2025 for $1200) More info (The headset could come with a Half-Life demo app) Other relevant news (Image by Sony Interactive Entertainment) Sony permanently slashes the price of PSVR 2 Finally, Sony has permanently cut the price of the PSVR 2 headset.

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APRIL 18, 2019

Image Credit: Sony. Virtual reality patents protect virtual reality (VR), an artificial simulation of the real world that has been designed by computer programs. Regarding inclusivity, on April 4, 2019, the USPTO published a new patent for Sony that was filed in December 2017. Image Credit: Sony/USPTO. THE MAJOR PLAYERS.

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MAY 10, 2018

Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality (2017) seems to have done well enough to rate it the number one most downloaded game this past month on PSVR, beating out the VR stalwarts Job Simulator (2016) and Superhot VR (2017). Image courtesy Sony. SEE ALSO 'Beat Saber' is Now the Highest Rated Title on Steam – VR or Otherwise.

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OCTOBER 11, 2018

Hailing from ROM: Extraction (2016) developers First Contact Entertainment , Firewall Zero Hour launched on August 28th, giving it only four days to vault to the top spot in August , where it surpassed long-time chart toppers Job Simulator (2016), SUPERHOT VR (2016), and Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality (2017). Image courtesy Sony.

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JUNE 13, 2018

With mostly prior confirmed PSVR titles presenting at E3 2018 , we expected Sony to dedicate a few moments during its E3 2018 keynote to highlight the platform’s upcoming VR games, of course with the understanding that high-profile PS4 titles would mostly overshadow VR titles. Well, that’s a bit of an understatement.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2021

There are even dynamic time and weather simulation. Growing flora also can also reveal ancient monuments and structures, allowing you to uncover a hidden mystery about this once-beautiful world. Image Credit: Trebuchet. “We

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AUGUST 4, 2021

Under his leadership the studio acquired Sony’s Evolution Studio and Slightly Mad Studios, growing Codemasters as a powerhouse of driving simulation game development talent. Frank Sagnier | Image courtesy nDreams. Sagnier spent seven years as the CEO of Codemasters. EA acquired Codemasters earlier this year for $1.2

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FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Sony listed four previously unconfirmed games coming to PSVR 2, including an unannounced sequel to First Contact Entertainment’s Solaris Offworld Combat. If confirmed, we’ll also have to check if the games will offer free next-gen upgrades like Vacation Simulator and Thumper.

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JUNE 20, 2024

This week, at AWE 2024, Sony Electronics introduced new 3D visualisation tools that enable users to see and interact with XR content without smart glasses via the ELF-SR2 (27-inch) and ELF-SR1 (15.6-inch) Sony Electronics will display the system on the expo floor at AWE 2024, ready to showcase how XR goes far beyond headsets.

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