Virtual Reality

Virtual reality is getting a whole new flavor—literally. Scientists at Ohio State University have developed e-Taste, a new technology that lets users experience taste in digital environments. With it, you could actually bite into a virtual slice of cake or sip a digitally generated cup of coffee—and taste them—all without…

by William D'Angelo , posted on 11 March 2025 / 1,624 Views Flat2VR Studio has announced a virtual reality version of the 2003 first-person shooter POSTAL 2 called  POSTAL 2: VR , for the PlayStation VR2, SteamVR, and Quest 2 and 3. View the announcement trailer below: Read details on…

by William D'Angelo , posted on 11 March 2025 / 1,452 Views Flat2VR Studios, Paradox Interactive, and Bolverk Games have announced virtual reality survival simulation game,  Surviving Mars: Pioneer , for the PlayStation VR2,  SteamVR , and Quest 2 and 3. It will launch in Early Access in 2025. View the announcement trailer below: Read details on…

by William D'Angelo , posted on 11 March 2025 / 1,481 Views Flat2VR Studios and Starbreeze Studios have announced a virtual reality version of The Gang developed game Out of Sight called  Out of Sight VR . It is in development for the PlayStation VR2, SteamVR, and Quest 2 and 3.  The non-VR…

Independent Nigerian artists who want to grow their music careers need smart ways to make money. These eight simple strategies from using blockchain royalties to selling music for virtual reality can help artists earn more and stay ahead in Nigeria’s music industry. 1. Waterfall Release Strategy The waterfall release method…

The 2025 SXSW Film & TV Festival kicked off Friday, March 7 in Austin with world and North American premieres of movies in 11 sections, TV shows in three sections and several short film and virtual reality programs. This year’s festival kicks off with opening-night film Another Simple Favor reteaming…

The online gambling industry is undergoing a major transformation, and players are now closer than ever to the thrill of a real casino. VR casino games are a part of that, as they revolutionize the way people experience digital gambling. By mixing the features of traditional casinos with cutting-edge virtual…

Image credit: Take-Two Interactive GTA 6 developers Rockstar Games have announced the acquisition of Video Games Deluxe, the Sydney-based team who collaborated with them on the 2017 re-release of L.A. Noire, virtual reality spin-off L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files and, most recently, post-launch updates for Grove Street's Grand Theft…

Novel technology intends to redefine the virtual reality experience by expanding to incorporate a new sensory connection: taste. The interface, dubbed 'e-Taste', uses a combination of sensors and wireless chemical dispensers to facilitate the remote perception of taste -- what scientists call gustation. These sensors are attuned to recognize molecules…

Virtual reality can, in its own imperfect ways, transport a user into distant experiences. With a headset on, an everyday person can get a brief glimpse of what it’s like to perform a surgery, tour the Louvre, or even make an arrest. One thing VR can’t yet do, however, is…