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The future is here – virtual reality is finally launching for consumers. And this isn’t just the launch of a new product – VR’s arrival represents the starting point of an entirely new market. As of March 28th – when the first batch of Oculus’ Rift headsets ship – we …
Read More »LeapMotion demonstrates Orion hand tracking for VR
Technology firm working with headset manufacturers to embed combination of software and hardware into VR devices
Read More »GameStop CEO says PlayStation VR will launch in the autumn
The boss of a leading games retailer has suggested that Sony’s PlayStation VR might arrive as late as autumn of this year. Sony’s device, previously known as Project Morpheus, is currently due out some time in the first half of 2016. However, speaking in a Fox News interview as spotted …
Read More »Blizzard’s next ‘big opportunity’? It’s mobile, not VR
Blizzard believes that targeting mobile platforms, rather than virtual reality platforms, could be the best way to grow the company and its audience. Speaking toVentureBeat, execs from the World of Warcraft firm identified smartphones and tablets as one of the most promising development sectors, providing they can bring something different …
Read More »Mobile, not VR is Blizzard’s next ‘big opportunity’
Execs believe real-time strategy reinvention could be the key
Read More »New VR firm formed by Activision, Disney, Sony and Pixar execs
A supergroup comprised of games, film and TV veterans has come together to create a new triple-A company dedicated to producing VR content. The Rogue Initiative counts big names from Activision, Amblin Entertainment, DreamWorks Animation, Pixar, Disney, Sony Pictures, and MTV Films among its founding members, with Presence Capital and …
Read More »Infinity Ward, Disney, DreamWorks and Sony execs form new VR production firm
The Rogue Initiative will focus on episodic games, films and TV shows built for virtual reality using Unreal Engine 4 and in partnership with Hollywood directors
Read More »Everybody who buys an Oculus Rift will get £200 worth of Unity Pro for free
VR headset includes four-month trial of game engine, which was used to create 90% of Gear VR content
Read More »Unity 5 adds native support for SteamVR
Vive headset bolsters existing compatibility with Oculus Rift, Gear VR and PlayStation VR
Read More »Sony London boss and VR lead leaves studio
The head of Sony’s virtual reality development is leaving the platform holder’s London studio. Sony London studio director Dave Raynard is leaving the company after 17 years. He was currently working on VR titles The London heist and Streetluge. Previous credits include SingStar, Wonderbook, EyeToy and The Getaway. "2016 is …
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