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Something for the Weekend: All the Best PlayStation VR Deals

The PlayStation VR recently celebrated its first year of commercial availability with a sale on many software titles via the PlayStation Store. However, now that sale has closed, yet several titles are still available for a reduced price. VRFocus looks at the US PlayStation Store to bring you the best titles and downloadable content (DLC) available at a discounted price today.

The current sale on PlayStation VR content on the US PlayStation Store has an expectedly spooky theme. With Halloween fast approaching, it’s no surprise that experiences revolving around zombies and supernatural goings-on are featured in the latest round of price reductions. You can find every PlayStation VR title currently available at a reduced price below, including direct links for purchase from the US PlayStation Store.

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Bloody Zombies

nDreams’ second PlayStation VR title, Bloody Zombies, launched last month to significant acclaim. Despite being a 2D scrolling beat-‘em-up, developer Paw Print Games has cleverly implemented the virtual reality (VR) compatibility, woven deeply into a co-operative videogame that doesn’t demand all players have access to a head-mounted display (HMD). Bloody Zombies is available to purchase via the US PlayStation Store for $11.09 USD, down from $14.99, for a limited time.

DYING: Reborn

One of Oasis Games’ first PlayStation VR titles, DYING: Reborn casts the player as an investigator who gets to unravel the case of a lost sister and the series of eerie events following the disappearance. The player will explore a series of fragments that together form three chapters of Mathew’s story. DYING: Reborn can be purchased via the US PlayStation Store for $4.99, down from $9.99, until 31st October 2017.

DYING: Reborn Ultimate Bundle

An expanded package including the above DYING: Reborn for PlayStation VR as well as the PlayStation Vita edition of the videogame, DYING: Reborn Ultimate Bundle includes six Chapters in the twisted story of Mathew, who went out to look for his missing sister only to find himself waking up in a dilapidated and eerie hotel with seemingly no way out. The DYING: Reborn Ultimate Bundle is now available to purchase for $12.49, reduced from $24.99.

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The long-awaited PlayStation VR edition of Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul launched back in August 2017, and with it brought a new style of horror to VR. Armed with a flashlight, you find yourself exploring what appears to be a quiet average looking home in a woodsy neighbourhood. Before long, you discover you’re not alone as you unravel the mystery of what’s gone on in this house and struggle to survive the terror that begins to hunt you. This original story, based on the mythology of the massively popular Paranormal Activity film franchise, is built from the ground up for VR. You can check out VRFocus’ own Nina’s thoughts on Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul in a hands-on video, and purchase the videogame at a 30% discount from the US PlayStation Store.

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One of the PlayStation VR’s biggest hits to date, Resident Evil VII biohazard is on sale for $35.99, a reduction of 40% from its typical price. PlayStation Plus members can also save an extra 10% when purchasing from the PlayStation Store. Furthermore, all of the currently available DLC options are discounted, including the Resident Evil VII biohazard Season Pass, Banned Footage Vol.1 and Banned Footage Vol.2.

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The final videogame currently available at a discounted price on the US PlayStation Store is arguably at odds with the Halloween theme of the other titles on offer; Thumper is a rhythm-action experience featuring blistering speed and brutal physicality. Playing as a space beetle, players will scream down the endless track and crash through punishing obstacles with simple controls. Thumper is available to purchase at a discounted price of $11.99, saving 40% from the typical price of $19.99, until 31st October 2017.

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Grab a Bargain with These PlayStation VR Discounts

With Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) now sorting out the supply issues that dogged the launch of PlayStation VR, more PlayStation 4 owners are now getting the hands on the headset. This month also saw a major videogame release in the form of Farpoint, which raced into second spot in the UK charts. But there are further deals to be had for those wanting to expand their collection with several discounts now available on the PlayStation Store.

Mainly for the UK market – with a couple of US discounts for good measure – there a five new titles on sale until June. If you’re quick there are also four available which end tonight at midnight GMT.

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  • Psychonauts In The Rhombus Of Ruin – £9.79 GBP (36% discount) – UK
  • DYING: Reborn PSVR – £4.99 (37% discount) – UK
  • Darknet – £5.49 (38% discount) – UK
  • DEXED – £3.99 (39% discount) – UK
  • Waddle Home – £4.99 (37% discount) – UK
  • Crystal Rift – £3.69 (53% discount) – UK – offer ends today
  • Resident Evil 7 biohazard – £29.99 (40% discount) – UK – offer ends today
  • Here They Lie – £9.99 (37% discount) – UK – offer ends today
  • Driveclub VR – £15.99 (46% discount) – UK – offer ends today
  • DiRT Rally VR – $34.99 USD (50% discount) – US
  • Mervils: A VR Adventure – $14.99 USD (25% discount) – US

For the last PlayStation VR news from around the world, keep reading VRFocus.

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Light Tracer Announced for PlayStation VR, HTC Vive & Oculus Rift

Independent videogame developer and publisher Oasis Games is bringing three PlayStation VR titles to showcase at the 5th annual BitSummit festival in Kyoto, Japan. Light Tracer, debuting at the event, has been confirmed for release on PlayStation VR, HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.

 

Virtual reality (VR) puzzle adventure Light Tracer will formed part of the showcase of titles, attendees at BitSummit got an early look at the gameply of the videogame, which is being developed for PlayStation VR, HTC Vive and Oculus Rift. Light Tracer is story-driven puzzler adventure title which has some similarities with Ico, only with some unique VR features; perspective is key as some puzzle solutions lie in the way the player looks at things. The aim is to guide a princess up an ancient Babylonian tower as part of a quest to save her country, which has fallen victim to some mysterious malaise. A release date for the title has not yet been confirmed.

Dying: Reborn is making it’s debut in Japan as part of the showcase. Dying: Reborn is another puzzle title, although this one has a dark horror theme. Users must find, collect and use items to unlock the mystery of the place they are trapped in to escape the spooky, mysterious rooms. Dying: Reborn is already available for PlayStation VR in North America and Europe, with some limited availability in Asia.

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The third VR title on show is Weeping Doll, a creepy horror story where dolls can come alive and reflect the dark emotions of the children that own them. Exploration and puzzle-solving make up the gameplay and the spooky depths of the storyline are slowly revealed. Similar to Dying: Reborn, Weeping Doll is already out in North America, Europe and some countries in Asia.

VRFocus will bring you further information on upcoming PlayStation VR titles and VR-related events.

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Oasis Games Comments On PAX East Appearance

Leading independent Chinese games publisher Oasis Games has been enjoying a busy few days as part of PAX East in Boston. It is the company’s first ever appearance at a North American consumer event.

The company of course has several upcoming titles, such as PlayStation VR (PSVR) room escape horror game Dying: Reborn, colourful pixel shoot-em-up Pixel Gear and action PVP strategy game Tiger Knight: Empire War.

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Oasis Games were previously responsible for releasing psychological puzzle-horror game Weeping Doll, in which a Victorian maid must unravel the mystery of a vanished family as a creepy doll stalks the hallways. In a sharp contrast, they also published slapstick shooter Ace Banana in which the player must defend a pile of bananas by using a bow and arrow to shoot potential banana thieves.

“We’re thrilled that PAX East is our first public event in North America,” said Alen Wu, Global Business Director for Oasis Games. “Attendees will be able to check out Dying: Reborn for all PlayStation platforms before the bundle is released, compete in 5 v 5 matches for Tiger Knight: Empire War and enjoy the fan-favorite PS VR game Pixel Gear.”

Pixel Gear multiplayer

PAX East (Penny Arcade Expo East) finishes its run today, having been in Massachusetts on 10th-12th March, 2017 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Centre. VRFocus will bring you further updates on Oasis Games when we get them.

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New PSVR Releases For Week Of 02/26/17

New PSVR Releases For Week Of 02/26/17

It’s GDC week and it looks like most all of the developers are there rather than actually, y’know, releasing their games. It’s slim pickings for PlayStation VR (PSVR) owners this week, though not without hope. There is a new horror experience to check out and one of VR’s most interesting educational experiences so far, so you do have a reason to hop into virtual reality this weekend, but nothing earth-shattering is set to release for some time yet.

If you missed last week, you can see those new releases here. Also, UploadVR has launched the ‘UploadVR PS VR Community’ on PlayStation 4! Join up, find other gamers to play with, and engage in discussions with them.

Also, don’t forget to check out our list of the 9 Best PlayStation VR Games if you need any extra inspiration.

Dying: Reborn PSVR, from Oasis Games
Price: $9.99

This one’s a bit strange. Dying: Reborn PSVR is not the full game, which is available without VR support for $19.99. Instead, it’s the first three chapters of it, which you can play in VR. Charging for what’s essentially a demo for the full experience seems a little suspect, but if you’re longing for more horror on PSVR then that might not bother you. The fish head guy is certainly creepy.

Recommendation: Given Oasis Games’ past record we’d recommend passing on this, but we’ll have a full review next week.

Apollo 11, from Immersive VR Education
Price: £9.49 (Only in EU)

This is a great example of what PSVR can do for education. Apollo 11 was released on PC VR platforms a long time back but now comes to Sony’s console as a guided piece that lets you experience what it must have been like to land on the Moon. If you’re interested in VR education’s potential, don’t miss out.

Recommendation: Definitely worth a look.

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Room Escape Horror Game Dying: Reborn Launched on PlayStation VR

Chinese videogame publisher Oasis Games (Weeping Doll, Ace Banana) has today launched room escape horror game Dying: Reborn for the PlayStation 4 (PS4) and PlayStation VR (PSVR) platforms.

Dying: Reborn, which VRFocus previewed back in November, is described as a horror-themed room escape puzzle game in first-person. Players take on the role of Matthew, who is looking for his missing sister after receiving a mysterious note. He finds himself trapped in a hostel with no memory of how he got there and must solve a variety of puzzles in order to escape.

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“It’s been a rewarding journey working with the developer, NEKCOM, to introduce the frightening world of DYING: Reborn to players across all PlayStation platforms,” said Alen Wu, Global Business Director for Oasis Games. “Our commitment to keeping our games exciting throughout a diverse line-up will be elevated with today’s launch.”

Troy Dunniway, COO at NEKCOM had this to say; “We created DYING: Reborn to emphasize the popularity of real-life room escapes and bring it to PlayStation players in the comfort of their own home. We strive to challenge players to think outside of the box and DYING: Reborn will reward players who can think creatively.”

Dying: Reborn is out now for PS4 and PSVR, priced at $19.99 (USD) for the PS4 version and $9.99 (USD) for the PSVR version.

VRFocus will keep you updated on further information about Dying:Reborn and other PSVR products.

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DYING: Reborn Escapes onto PlayStation VR Next Week

Oasis Games has been a prolific publisher for PlayStation VR, having already released TVR’s Ace Banana, Pixel Gear from Geronimo Interactive, and TianShe Media’s Weeping Doll on the platform. Now its confirmed Nekcom’s DYING: Reborn is set to arrive next week.

DYING: Reborn is a dark, horror-themed, first-person escape room experience. Players are cast as Mathew a distraught young man on a mission to find his missing sister, after receiving a mysterious note from her. He then awakens in a strange and eerie hostel with no recollection of how he landed there. Players must escape the hostel, solving a variety of puzzles whilst exploring the rooms for clues. These are hidden throughout the hostel, so players will need a keen eye to piece together the mystery.

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The standard PlayStation 4 version consists of six chapters, while PlayStation VR has three immersive chapters. DYING: Reborn will launch on 28th February.

PlayStation VR has seen a steady stream of releases in 2017, with big name titles such as Resident Evil 7 biohazard and DiRT Rally VR arriving. There’s also been Ninja Theory’s DEXED, Psychonauts in the Rhombus of Ruin by Double Fine, VR Ping Pong from Reddoll and Mervils: A VR Adventure by VitruviusVR.

VRFocus will continue its coverage of Oasis Games, reporting back with the latest announcements.