The Ghost Howls

MARCH 1, 2021

Image by Sony). Sony officially states it is going to launch the PSVR 2. PlayStation VR has been the most successful headset until now (if we exclude the crappy mobile viewers), but now it is pretty dated and people were wondering what Sony was going to do. Some people started to think that Sony could have abandoned VR.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 21, 2025

This week we had many news confirming my previous impressions: The studio behind PowerWash Simulator VR announced the end of the updates to the game , just 14 months after the launch, because the development is costing more than the revenues. I already talked about this in a previous article where I assess the current situation of our space.

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VRScout

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. “This story-expanding, fantasy-fulfilling experience is only possible in virtual reality.”

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Road to VR

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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FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Back then, those of us who called ourselves ‘VR enthusiasts’ were just happily typing away our dreams in different forums [shoutout to the MTBS3D VR subsection], dreaming of the day we’d have the Holodeck, the Matrix, or whatever version of VR we each thought of as the “high standard” of a true virtual reality.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

In fact, with the introduction of virtual reality in the game development industry, the revenue earned has gone up considerably. As virtual reality technology gained prominence, the use of VR devices like the Samsung Gear VR, Oculus VR, and HTC Vive, have also become popular. billion, the next year it increased to $3.6

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ARPost

MARCH 2, 2021

Although virtual reality technology is not that new, it is being used in education since relatively recently. There are several reasons for the spread of virtual reality technology in education: Reduced price of technical equipment. The rapid growth of software for virtual reality. billion per year.

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VRScout

JUNE 24, 2020

Marvel’s upcoming superhero simulator Iron Man VR is shaping up to be one of the most exciting releases of 2020. “Early on in development, the team at Camouflaj knew that bringing the iconic garage into virtual reality would be essential” said Yara Abou Samra, producer at Camouflaj.

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ARPost

JUNE 29, 2021

Virtual reality offers 360-degree fully immersive experiences that can take the horror genre to a whole new level. The potential of virtual reality in film is limitless. It has the ability to simulate hundreds of scents, enabling its users to fully immerse themselves into virtual worlds.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Last year, the AIS announced the VR Society, a division dedicated to virtual reality, at their VR on the Lot event at Paramount Studios. It started with a preview of nominated VR experiences and ended with a lengthy awards ceremony where virtual reality and 360° video played a major role. Best VR Game: Job Simulator.

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VRScout

APRIL 18, 2019

Virtual and artificial reality technologies are changing the world. In the very near future, virtual reality headsets are expected to significantly shift the way consumers work, experience entertainment, make purchases, and participate in social activities. Image Credit: Sony. Image Credit: Sony/USPTO.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 4, 2025

I actually have a second reason to celebrate: Feedspot has put me in 3rd place in its classification of the best 60 Virtual Reality websites , ranked by authority. On my side, Ill just celebrate by eating some typical sweeties of this period. Im just behind the sacred websites Road To VR and Upload VR.

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Road to VR

JUNE 21, 2017

It seems likely that Sony are paying close attention to Valve’s progress here, as PSVR would be the logical way to revive some elements of the PS3-based social platform PlayStation Home , which was also stacked full of virtual items and avatar customisation. Fantastic Contraption.

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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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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 26, 2023

On social media, people have already started sharing images from the simulator , which gives you a quick glimpse of how the device will be. On social media, people have already started sharing images from the simulator , which gives you a quick glimpse of how the device will be.

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Upload VR

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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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 18, 2021

I’ve found a long and detailed post about how virtual reality is used for soft-skills training and assessment. It’s a pity there is not much research about smell in virtual reality , because it is one of our most ancient senses and the only one that is directly wired into the brain. News from partners (and friends).

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 3, 2023

This number pales in comparison with the 2 million units that Sony prepared for launch according to a previous report always by Bloomberg. Imagining that Sony could sell 2 million PSVR 2 in just one month seems to me a bit irrealistic, especially at that price and with the present economic conditions.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 7, 2022

Image by Sony Interactive Entertainment). The channel says that according to “credible sources”, Sony may launch PSVR 2 sometime in Q1 2023. Of course, take this rumor with a grain of salt: Sony could still decide to launch the new headset in 2022 to exploit the holiday season. Other relevant news. PSVR 2 may launch in Q1 2023.

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

Sony is about to bring the third weapon to the high-end VR fight, and it could have a major impact on the market. The device enables you to enter simulated worlds in games like Batman: Arkham VR , Rigs , Driveclub VR , Until Dawn: Rush of Blood , and SuperHyperCube. What It Means For Sony. VR for Everyone.

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Road to VR

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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The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Image by Sony). Sony believes in VR, and we definitely believe at some point in the future, VR will represent a meaningful component of interactive entertainment. So, PSVR2 probably won’t launch before 2022 : Sony can afford that also because it has no competition in the console VR space , so there is no need to rush.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 23, 2023

The first one is Altspace VR, one of the first social VR spaces of this new Virtual Reality era. In total, I counted something like 32 games, which is ok to start with, but then Sony should be fast in collecting more content to not make the PSVR2 players get bored fast for the lack of playable games.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 20, 2023

First of all, Sony CFO Hiroki Totoki has said that he thinks that PSVR 2 may sell more than the 5–6 million units that the original PSVR sold. This shows that Sony is pretty bullish about its device, and it is confident that it will be appreciated by a good share of its base market. This is great news for VR in general.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 13, 2020

This week Sony has showcased the new DualShock controller for the PS5, dubbed DualSens. PSVR2 will surely have its dedicated controllers, but since Sony is trying to guarantee retro-compatibility of games (especially gems like AstroBot), this headset should also be able to work with the DualSens controller.

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Upload VR

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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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

OCTOBER 5, 2016

With the introduction of virtual reality to consoles comes the next step forward, but does PlayStation VR solidify virtual reality as an integral part of the future for gamers? Luckily, Sony included a demo disc with PSVR that includes over two dozen demos, a huge variety to give you an idea of what is possible.

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 21, 2021

Image by Sony Interactive Entertainment). According to a report from Bloomberg, Sony may release its much-awaited next-gen PSVR headset (which I informally call PSVR 2) during Holidays 2022. This is very interesting: it means that Sony is leaving another year to Facebook to gain market shares with the Quest.

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

More info (Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest 3 — CNET) More info (Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest 3 — Hand Tracking) Sony to make PSVR 2 compatible with PC To celebrate the first anniversary of PSVR 2 , Sony has written in blog post in which it talks about how it is improving the content catalog its users can access. The price is $399.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The twisted puzzle adventure game beat out more recognizable titles including ASTRO BOT Rescue Mission , Vacation Simulator , and Angry Birds VR: Isle of Pigs. The Sony game was nominated for four DICE Awards this year, but failed to take home any of them. See Also: The Rise of Virtual Reality in Automotive Retail.

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ARPost

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Virtual reality has radically changed almost every creative field, and architecture is no exception. As big players in VR and AR– like Oculus, HTC and Sony– keep innovating and introducing new hardware and software, the tech will continue to improve the way architecture is designed, taught and sold. Guest Post.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

JUNE 20, 2017

Sales on VR hardware have been few and far between ever since we entered the consumer-age of modern virtual reality. With over one million sold so far already, Sony isn’t exactly eager to cut profits. Discounted prices for headsets in and of themselves though have been a rare sight.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 19, 2021

Omniverse doesn’t only care about the synchronization (a bit like if it were a visual Git), but it also provides services like AI and physical simulations. This new money, that has been given by Sony and other investors, has been explicitly gathered to build the blocks of the future Metaverse. billion valuation.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 4, 2022

Image by Sony Interactive Entertainment). Cosmonius High was one of the most awaited games of the year because it is developed by Owlchemy Labs, the studio behind big hits like Job Simulator. The studio is offering a 10% discount on pre-orders Survival simulator Green Hell VR is releasing on Quest 2 on April 7th. Funny link.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 30, 2022

And Sony will give a “Sneak peek” of PSVR 2 games at its upcoming State Of Play event on June 2nd at 3 PM PT. It seems that Sony is hoping for a Q4 release in time for the holidays, but analyst Ming-Chi Kuo thinks that delays will bring the release to Q1 2023. A bit of boomer humour about virtual reality. Other news.

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Road to VR

JUNE 14, 2017

Polyphony Digital’s latest iteration of the Gran Turismo driving simulator made an appearance at this week’s E3 2017 in Los Angeles, and was playable using a PSVR headset, but with some significant limitations. The game is due to launch exclusively on PS4 in Fall 2017.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 4, 2020

Valve has decided to drop MacOS support for SteamVR , and Mac owners can now only rely on a Windows installation to play with virtual reality. and this means that in certain niches there is a lot of interest for virtual reality. Sony reveals finger tracking technology for controllers.

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