# UploadVR VR & AR news, reviews, guides, and industry analysis. This is one page of public article previews, not the complete archive. Follow Next page to continue. Summaries are not the original full articles. ## Sol Protocol Early Access Impressions: A Co-op Action Roguelike with a Promising Foundation DevFeed: [Sol Protocol Early Access Impressions: A Co-op Action Roguelike with a Promising Foundation]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: James Galizio Published: 2026-09-17T20:28:19Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [multiplayer]() Tags: [map](), [multiplayer](), [space](), [teamwork](), [vr-gaming](), [warp]() ### AI overview Sol Protocol is a co-op action roguelike set in space. Players work together aboard a ship and during zero-gravity exploration to gather resources, upgrade systems, and fight enemies. The game has a promising co-op foundation, though its current gameplay loop is simple and limited in scope. ### Source excerpt Sol Protocol in Early Access on Quest has a good foundation of co-op teamwork and exploration, but the limited scope has a lot of room for growth. ## CleanSheet Soccer 2 Takes The Pitch On Quest Today DevFeed: [CleanSheet Soccer 2 Takes The Pitch On Quest Today]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: James Tocchio Published: 2026-09-17T19:46:15Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [arcade](), [Meta]() Tags: [block](), [developers](), [game](), [games](), [meta](), [play](), [release](), [stop](), [training](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview CleanSheet Soccer 2, a goalkeeper-focused arcade soccer game from Incisiv, has been released on Meta Quest. The Quest version costs $24.99 and was previously available only on PlayStation VR2. ### Source excerpt A new goalkeeping soccer game, CleanSheet Soccer 2, arrived on Quest today. ## Kacey Musgraves' Quest Concert Shows How Good Immersive Music Can Be DevFeed: [Kacey Musgraves' Quest Concert Shows How Good Immersive Music Can Be]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Craig Storm Published: 2026-09-16T21:26:59Z Content type: opinion Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [3D](), [Meta]() Tags: [3d](), [4k](), [audio](), [camera](), [cameras](), [immersive-video](), [lighting](), [meta](), [music](), [production](), [quality](), [wi-fi]() ### AI overview A review of Kacey Musgraves: Middle of Nowhere, a 49-minute made-for-VR concert filmed at Billy Bob's Texas for Quest 3. The reviewer finds its stereoscopic 3D presentation immersive and natural, with clear visuals over hotel Wi-Fi and strong audio. ### Source excerpt We had to stop ourselves from applauding. Kacey Musgraves' new made-for-VR concert on Quest 3 shows just how good immersive music can be. ## Bomb the Hill Review: A Downhill VR Skateboarding Experience with a Touching Story DevFeed: [Bomb the Hill Review: A Downhill VR Skateboarding Experience with a Touching Story]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: J Brodie Shirey Published: 2026-09-15T13:18:26Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Sports](), [pc](), [Meta]() Tags: [competition](), [gaming](), [review](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview A review of Bomb the Hill, a downhill VR skateboarding game on Quest with a narrative inspired by 1970s skateboarding culture and the early history of the sport. ### Source excerpt Bomb the Hill on Quest is a fun downhill VR skateboarding experience with a surprisingly touching story about the early days of the sport. ## Arcturus Vision Camera Adds Color Passthrough & 3D Video Capture To Steam Frame DevFeed: [Arcturus Vision Camera Adds Color Passthrough & 3D Video Capture To Steam Frame]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: David Heaney Published: 2026-09-15T06:59:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [3D]() Tags: [3d](), [camera](), [capture](), [experimental](), [headsets-tech](), [rgb](), [video](), [vision]() ### AI overview The $149 Arcturus Vision Camera adds color passthrough to Valve's Steam Frame headset through its PCI-E expansion port. It also captures tracked stereoscopic 3D video, with options for 6-megapixel-per-eye HDR recording at 60fps or lower-resolution recording at 120fps. ### Source excerpt The $149 Arcturus Vision Camera, weighing just 10 grams, adds 6 megapixel per eye color passthrough to Steam Frame and captures tracked 3D HDR video. ## Steam Frame Will Launch With Half-Life: Alyx & At Least 70 Verified Games DevFeed: [Steam Frame Will Launch With Half-Life: Alyx & At Least 70 Verified Games]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-14T18:15:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Hardware](), [Steam Deck]() Tags: [2026](), [article](), [developers](), [games](), [hardware](), [launch](), [published](), [steam-deck](), [update](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview Valve's Steam Frame headset is set to launch with at least 70 VR games certified to run well. The article presents the current list of games with the Great On Frame label and explains how the label helps owners find compatible games while giving visibility to developers supporting the hardware. ### Source excerpt The Steam Frame will launch with at least 70 VR Games certified by Valve to run standalone and we have a full list. ## Steam Frame Is $1059 & Comes With Standalone Half-Life: Alyx, Reservations Open Now DevFeed: [Steam Frame Is $1059 & Comes With Standalone Half-Life: Alyx, Reservations Open Now]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: David Heaney Published: 2026-09-14T17:00:16Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Linux](), [Steam Deck](), [pc](), [Arm](), [Windows](), [USB](), [Code]() Tags: [arm](), [developers](), [headsets-tech](), [linux](), [pc](), [steam-deck](), [tech](), [usb](), [windows]() ### AI overview Valve revealed that the Steam Frame standalone VR headset starts at $1059 for the 256GB model, with a 1TB version priced at $1299, and opened reservations. It runs a VR-adapted Linux-based SteamOS, supports compatible Linux and Windows games, and includes a USB wireless dongle. Valve also announced a standalone ARM build of Half-Life: Alyx, while additional accessories are sold separately. ### Source excerpt BREAKING: Steam Frame starts at $1059 for the 256GB model and comes with standalone-capable Half-Life: Alyx. Reservations are open right now. ## I Had Never Built A VR App - 8 Days Later, Mine Was On The Quest Store DevFeed: [I Had Never Built A VR App - 8 Days Later, Mine Was On The Quest Store]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Craig Storm Published: 2026-09-14T15:12:36Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [ai-coding](), [codex](), [ChatGPT](), [coding](), [Code](), [App](), [Meta](), [APK](), [SDKs]() Tags: [ai](), [ai-coding](), [apk](), [app](), [app-development](), [chatgpt](), [code](), [codex](), [coding](), [meta](), [openxr](), [sdk]() ### AI overview The article describes an eight-day attempt to build and publish Punchable Face, a simple VR game for Meta Quest, despite having little prior development experience. Using Unity, OpenXR, Meta XR SDK components, ChatGPT, and Codex, the project progressed from an empty Unity project through coding, headset testing, store asset creation, submission, and approval on the Meta Quest Store. ### Source excerpt Until a little over a week ago, Craig Storm had never built a VR app. Eight days later, his AI-assisted Quest game Punchable Face was live on Meta's store. ## Apple Laid Off Around 100 Staff Working On Vision Pro, But Don't Panic DevFeed: [Apple Laid Off Around 100 Staff Working On Vision Pro, But Don't Panic]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: David Heaney Published: 2026-09-14T13:06:59Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [visionOS](), [Security](), [Meta]() Tags: [apple](), [article](), [company](), [cost](), [ecosystem](), [gaming](), [immersive-video](), [industry-news](), [meta](), [open](), [report](), [security](), [series](), [third-party](), [video](), [vision]() ### AI overview Apple laid off around 100 Vision Pro staff, largely shutting down its spatial gaming team and reducing its immersive video team. The cuts also affected security, spatial audio, Siri integration, and visionOS personnel, but Apple is not leaving the VR/MR market. The changes reflect limited gaming use and the high cost of producing immersive video. Apple may launch a slimmer, lighter successor headset around late 2028, although its continuation could depend on the wider headset market. ### Source excerpt Apple laid off around 100 staff working on Vision Pro, including "largely shutting down" the spatial gaming team and downsizing the immersive video team, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported. ## iPhone Duo Seemingly Can't Capture Spatial Photos Or Video DevFeed: [iPhone Duo Seemingly Can't Capture Spatial Photos Or Video]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Craig Storm Published: 2026-09-11T21:15:11Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [iphone](), [Artificial Intelligence](), [Machine learning]() Tags: [3d-media](), [ai](), [cameras](), [iphone](), [iphone-duo](), [machine-learning](), [photos](), [video](), [vision]() ### AI overview Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo appears not to support native spatial photo or spatial video capture, despite having cameras and processing hardware comparable to supported iPhone Pro models. Apple has not explained the omission, and the device was not independently tested. ### Source excerpt Apple's $2000 iPhone Duo has two rear cameras, but seemingly can't capture spatial photos or video for viewing on Apple Vision Pro. ## First Clear Visuals Of Meta's Project Phoenix Headset Found In Quest Firmware DevFeed: [First Clear Visuals Of Meta's Project Phoenix Headset Found In Quest Firmware]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Luna Published: 2026-09-10T22:53:46Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Meta](), [phoenix](), [App](), [QR Code](), [Zip]() Tags: [devices](), [headsets-tech](), [meta](), [phoenix](), [qr-code](), [sensors](), [zip]() ### AI overview Meta's HorizonOS Prescription Lens app now contains clear visuals of the Project Phoenix headset. The images show prescription lens attachment and QR-code scanning, a slim glasses-style design with visible sensors, and a cable connecting the headset to a compute puck. ### Source excerpt The first visuals of Meta's Project Phoenix headset have been found in Horizon OS firmware, revealing a slim design with a tether for the compute puck. ## Revenge Thriller FPS I Am Your Beast Comes To PC VR Next Week DevFeed: [Revenge Thriller FPS I Am Your Beast Comes To PC VR Next Week]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-10T20:16:47Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Virtual reality](), [releases](), [Development]() Tags: [2026](), [launch](), [porting](), [release](), [releases](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview I Am Your Beast VR, a revenge thriller FPS from the Flat2VR Spark program, is scheduled to release on SteamVR on September 17. The article also describes the program and Flat2VR Studios' other VR projects. ### Source excerpt Revenge thriller I Am Your Beast VR from Flat2VR Spark hits PC VR on September 17. ## Murder Mystery Puzzler Detective VR Available Now For PC VR & PlayStation VR2 DevFeed: [Murder Mystery Puzzler Detective VR Available Now For PC VR & PlayStation VR2]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-10T20:10:53Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [pc]() Tags: [pc](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview Detective VR, a crime scene investigation puzzle game, launched on SteamVR and PlayStation VR2 with hand-tracking support on PS VR2. The game is also available on Quest, includes investigation mechanics such as searching crime scenes and interviewing witnesses, and has a free Steam demo. ### Source excerpt Detective VR, a crime scene investigation puzzle game, is out now for PC VR and PS VR2. It launched on Quest in 2025. ## Squingle Arcade Is Available Now For Free On PC VR DevFeed: [Squingle Arcade Is Available Now For Free On PC VR]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-10T00:14:39Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [arcade](), [Mazes](), [pc]() Tags: [free](), [leaderboards](), [multiplayer](), [orbs](), [pc](), [puzzle](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview Squingle Arcade, a free-to-play quickplay version of the fluid-maze puzzle game Squingle, is now available on SteamVR and Quest. It includes more than 60 levels, asynchronous multiplayer, ghost racing, leaderboards, and scalable mazes. ### Source excerpt Squingle Arcade, the follow up to the original fluid-maze-navigating puzzle game Squingle, is out now for PC VR. ## No Man's Sky's PC VR Eye-Tracked Foveated Rendering Was Listed in Error and Is Planned for a Later Patch DevFeed: [No Man's Sky's PC VR Eye-Tracked Foveated Rendering Was Listed in Error and Is Planned for a Later Patch]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-09T17:14:49Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [pc](), [GPU](), [Hardware]() Tags: [gpu](), [hardware](), [pc](), [performance](), [update](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview No Man's Sky's Cosmos update notes incorrectly listed eye-tracked foveated rendering for PC VR. The feature is planned for a later patch, and the article examines its potential performance benefits and the limited current audience for compatible headsets. ### Source excerpt The new Cosmos update for No Man's Sky also adds eye-tracked foveated rendering on PC VR, boosting performance ahead of Valve's upcoming Steam Frame headset. ## VRChat World Wins Emmy With Uncanny Alley: A New Day Immersive Theatre Production DevFeed: [VRChat World Wins Emmy With Uncanny Alley: A New Day Immersive Theatre Production]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-08T16:30:13Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [VRChat](), [Jailbreak](), [real-time]() Tags: [awards](), [projects](), [real-time](), [social-vr]() ### AI overview Uncanny Alley: A New Day, an immersive theatre experience built for VRChat, won the Emmy for Outstanding Emerging Media Program. The production has also been presented at several immersive media festivals and features real-time audience interaction. ### Source excerpt Uncanny Alley: A New Day, an immersive theatre experience built for VRChat, won an Emmy for Outstanding Emerging Media Program at this year's Emmy Awards ceremony. ## Meta Virtual Display Adds Input Forwarding and Windows-Like Features to macOS DevFeed: [Meta Virtual Display Adds Input Forwarding and Windows-Like Features to macOS]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Craig Storm Published: 2026-09-08T14:50:34Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Meta](), [macOS](), [Windows](), [App]() Tags: [features](), [headsets-tech](), [improvements](), [mac](), [macos](), [productivity](), [remote](), [windows]() ### AI overview Meta Virtual Display has gained input forwarding on Windows and macOS, while the macOS version now supports a quick-connect prompt and display formats previously available on Windows. Testing found that support for older Intel Macs varies by model. ### Source excerpt The Meta Virtual Display feature of Quest headsets has continued to receive improvements, including input forwarding, and the Mac version now offers functionality previously exclusive to Windows. ## Fovii Showcases Immersive Videos And Their Creators On Apple Vision Pro DevFeed: [Fovii Showcases Immersive Videos And Their Creators On Apple Vision Pro]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Laura Mingail Published: 2026-09-08T14:00:00Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [App](), [Streaming](), [ui]() Tags: [apple](), [business](), [creators](), [immersive-video](), [launch](), [subscriptions](), [ui](), [video](), [video-streaming](), [vision]() ### AI overview The Fovii app is available on Apple Vision Pro as a platform for on-demand and live-streamed 180-degree immersive videos. It also highlights the creators, studios, and production work behind each project, with additional materials such as behind-the-scenes videos and spatial photos. The app is free to download, with monthly and annual subscriptions, individual rentals, and a limited launch selection. ### Source excerpt The Fovii app on Apple Vision Pro offers a new platform to experience 180-degree immersive videos and discover the creators behind them. ## FunFitLand Brings Live Heart Rate Tracking Into VR With New Phone App DevFeed: [FunFitLand Brings Live Heart Rate Tracking Into VR With New Phone App]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Craig Storm Published: 2026-09-08T02:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [App](), [data](), [Android](), [iOS](), [Mobile](), [Bluetooth](), [Meta](), [Server]() Tags: [android](), [app](), [apple](), [bluetooth](), [compatibility](), [fitness](), [meta](), [phone-app](), [servers](), [smartphone](), [testing](), [vision]() ### AI overview FunFitLand's new iOS and Android companion app connects compatible wearables to VR workouts on Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, displaying live heart rate data and recording workout metrics. ### Source excerpt FunFitLand's new smartphone app brings live heart rate data from compatible wearables directly into your VR workouts on Quest and Apple Vision Pro. ## Museas & Astronoma On Apple Vision Pro Support Curiosity & Discovery DevFeed: [Museas & Astronoma On Apple Vision Pro Support Curiosity & Discovery]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Laura Mingail Published: 2026-09-07T23:28:57Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [3D](), [App]() Tags: [3d](), [apple](), [apps](), [art](), [design](), [discovery](), [education](), [exploration](), [interview](), [learning](), [science](), [technologies](), [vision]() ### AI overview An interview with Miguel Garcia Gonzalez examines how the Apple Vision Pro apps Museas and Astronoma use immersive design, real-world source material, and selective 3D presentation to encourage curiosity and exploration of art and science. ### Source excerpt What makes exploring art and science in spatial apps so compelling? We look at Apple Vision Pro apps Museas and Astronoma to learn how to design for curiosity and discovery. ## Pico Space Pro Appears To Receive FCC Certification Following Delay To Q4 DevFeed: [Pico Space Pro Appears To Receive FCC Certification Following Delay To Q4]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Luna Published: 2026-09-05T23:39:38Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Hardware](), [Software]() Tags: [battery](), [compute](), [fcc](), [headsets-tech](), [product-launch](), [regulatory](), [release](), [release-schedule](), [space]() ### AI overview Pico Space Pro, an upcoming mixed-reality headset, appears to have received FCC certification after its launch was postponed to the fourth quarter of 2026. The article reports that FCC filings reveal a tethered compute and battery puck. ### Source excerpt A new Pico device, highly likely the upcoming Space Pro, received FCC certification following a delay to Q4. Filings reveal a tethered compute and battery puck. ## Puzzling Places 5-Year Birthday Update Includes Weekly Puzzles & A Guest Pass DevFeed: [Puzzling Places 5-Year Birthday Update Includes Weekly Puzzles & A Guest Pass]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Mike Johnson Published: 2026-09-04T23:12:48Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [3D]() Tags: [3d](), [feature](), [features](), [free](), [multiplayer](), [new-features](), [news](), [releases](), [update](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview Puzzling Places marks its five-year anniversary with a weekly free puzzle initiative, a multiplayer guest pass, and mixed-reality improvements. The update is initially limited to Quest for some features and is available across several VR platforms. ### Source excerpt Puzzling Places celebrates five years with a new update including a free weekly puzzle, a guest pass system for multiplayer, and refinements in its mixed reality integration. ## Loony Laps Is a Toy Car Racing Game Coming to Quest 3 in Q1 2027 DevFeed: [Loony Laps Is a Toy Car Racing Game Coming to Quest 3 in Q1 2027]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: James Tocchio Published: 2026-09-03T23:35:19Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [arcade](), [racing-game]() Tags: [loops](), [play](), [release](), [toys](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview Loony Laps is a solo-developed arcade toy racing game for Quest 3 and Quest 3S, planned for release in Q1 2027. It features handcrafted tracks, customizable die-cast-style cars, and VR and mixed-reality play. ### Source excerpt The solo-developed Loony Laps is an arcade toy racer for VR and mixed reality coming to Quest 3 headsets next year. ## Loop One: Done VR Mode Exits Beta In Recent Update DevFeed: [Loop One: Done VR Mode Exits Beta In Recent Update]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: James Tocchio Published: 2026-09-03T23:34:41Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [UploadVR]() Topics: [Virtual reality](), [Automation](), [Meta]() Tags: [2026](), [automation](), [meta](), [release](), [ui](), [update](), [vr-gaming]() ### AI overview Loop One: Done's VR mode has officially exited beta on Meta Quest. The update adds three virtual reality environments, a redesigned moving UI, locomotion settings, improved hand tracking, micro-gestures for tool selection, new recipes, and other VR improvements. ### Source excerpt The VR mode of mixed reality factory management game Loop One: Done has exited beta. [Next page]()