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July 20, 2018July 23, 2018

New ‘Beat Saber’ Song ‘Angel Voices’ Now Unlocked by Default

A Beat Saber update last week was mostly full of fixes and under the hood changes, but it also added a secret song that could be unlocked by solving a riddle offered by the developers. A newer update has unlocked the new track ‘Angel Voices’ for all players.

Update (July 23rd, 2018): The Beat Saber v0.11.1 patch has unlocked the new song by default. You no longer need to solve the riddle to unlock the track, instead you’ll find it in the default song list.

The hidden song is called ‘Angel Voices’ by artist Virtual Self. As far as Beat Saber’s official songs go, it’s a beast, clocking in at 6 minutes and 12 seconds at 166 BPM with 1,202 notes (on expert), which is about three or four times the length of most of the original songs.

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The original article, including the solution that previously unlocked the hidden track, continues below.

Original Article (July 20, 2018): Beat Saber got an update to v0.11.0 today, and while you’ll still have to wait until a future update brings the promised custom song editor, the developers have previewed a bit of what’s to come by hiding a new song in the game. The only clue they offered for those who want to unlock it is as follows:

Go to the place where your journey should have started.
Maybe something is meant to be otherwise than stated.

If you aren’t in the mood to go searching, you can watch the video below for the solution. Spoiler Alert: the video contains the answer to the riddle.

The v0.11.0 update to Beat Saber also brought a series of other welcomed changes; the official changelog is noted here:

Settings for how in-game menu can be triggered added (instantly or long press)

Volume settings added

Swap Colors settings added

Static Lights gameplay options added

No Obstacles gameplay options added

“Cut in any direction” tutorial voiceover and text added

Fixed simultaneous vibration of both Oculus Touch controllers (only with -vrmode oculus)

Fixed calculation of maximum possible score

Fixed bug where you can spawn too far from the platform

Legendary Hardcore Flying Car!

The studio also said the update brings “heavy refactoring of almost everything inside,” which ought to pave the way for the upcoming custom track editor.

Oculus Launches Its First Retail Bundle: Rift + ‘Marvel Powers United VR’

Oculus today launched its new retail bundle which adds Marvel Powers United VR to the usual retail box including the Rift headset and Touch controllers. The front page of the company’s website has been updated to feature the bundle where it will be sold alongside a handful of retailers.

Update (July 31st, 2018): Oculus launched the Marvel Powers United VR Rift bundle. The product adds the game to the usual headset package (including Rift and Touch, and five other games), for the same price point as before. The bundle is available ‘while supplies’ last in select countries and retailers therein:

Belgium: Coolblue

France: Amazon, Fnac, LDLC

Germany: Alternate, Amazon, Caseking, Conrad, MediaMarkt, NBB, Saturn

Netherlands: Coolblue

North America: Amazon, Amazon Canada, Best Buy, Best Buy Canada, Micro Center, Newegg

United Kingdom: Argos, Amazon, Currys PC World, John Lewis, Overclockers UK, Scan

Original Article (July 19th, 2018): Taking a cue from the console world where it’s fairly common to see retail bundles that are coupled with major game releases, Oculus has announced its first retail bundle that makes the included content as much of the package’s marketing as the hardware itself.

The Oculus Rift Marvel Powers United VR bundle will launch on July 31st, priced at the usual $400, but with a copy of the game included for free. Oculus says that aside from the sleeve, everything inside the box is effectively identical to the Rift + Touch retail package, save for the game code—though it certainly would have been cool to see a special edition headset themed after various heroes. As before, the retail package also includes Lucky’s Tale, Medium, Quill, Dead and Buried, and Robo Recall for free.

For those with a Rift already, Marvel Powers United VR ~~launches on July 26th~~ [the game is out now, see our review here]—you can watch the newly revealed launch trailer and see the full hero & villain lineup here.

It’s clear that Oculus is putting a lot of its marketing muscle behind Powers United, which is being published under their in-house group, Oculus Studios. The project is likely the largest VR experience featuring a major IP developed to date, and Oculus hopes that the game will prove to be a system seller.

‘Marvel Powers United VR’ Launch Trailer Reveals Total Hero & Villain Line-up, Watch It Here

Oculus and Sanzaru Games today revealed the official launch trailer to Marvel Powers United VR, and it appears we know who the last six hero slots are going to. And the game’s ultimate villain reveal is easily the greatest of them all.

Marvel Powers United VR is an upcoming co-op VR game created by Marvel Games, Sanzaru Games, and Oculus Studios. Featuring co-op missions, you use each superhero’s unique powers in online multiplayer, revisiting some of the familiar Marvel locations made famous in films past.

The game, which is already available for pre-order for $40, is set to launch on Oculus Rift July 26th.

As seen in the launch trailer, the studios today revealed that Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain America, and Doctor Strange are all coming to the cast of playable heroes, filling out four of the six remaining character slots. If you watch carefully at the end though, you’ll also see that X-Men’s Storm and Iceman are coming to the game too.

The total 18-hero lineup includes: Black Bolt, Black Panther, Black Widow, Captain America, Captain Marvel, Crystal, Deadpool, Doctor Strange, Gamorra, Hawkeye, Iceman, Rocket Raccoon, Spider-Man, Star-lord, Storm, The Hulk, Thor, and Wolverine.

Up until today, there was one spot left in the villain lineup, and with the newest launch trailer, it’s clear Marvel Powers United VR is getting the greatest Marvel villain in recent history: Thanos.

‘Racket: NX’ Leaves Early Access, Bringing ‘Breakout’ Style Room-scale Gameplay to VR

Racket: NX (2018), the futuristic VR racket game, has left Early Access on Steam and the Oculus Store.

Developed by Tel Aviv-based studio One Hamsa, Racket: NX puts a stylish VR spin on some classic game mechanics made famous in titles such as Breakout and Arkanoid. Using your single racket to break block targets, you go for the high score as you hammer the ball at the dome-shaped wall, hoping for that wall-sliding chain reaction to help you clear the level.

Racket: NX supports Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows VR headsets, and features two single player modes, and an intense multiplayer. You’ll definitely need to clear some space though, because once the targets start to envelop your entire 360 playing space, you can easily lose track of where you are (and how close you are to lamps, kittens, innocent bystanders).

Road to VR‘s Matthew MacGee was mightily impressed with Racket: NX in our Early Access review of the game, saying:

“At times it’s breathless entertainment, and a good rally will have you laughing at the sheer thrill of it all. It feels very pure, very old school, and very polished. For a game in the vanguard of the initial VR wave—embracing the most modern gaming tech—in the hands, it whisks you back to playgrounds and simpler times.”

The full title now boasts new powerups, more impressive visuals, a completely new solo campaign, and what One Hamsa calls a “much improved multiplayer.”

While the thumping soundtrack fits really well for a heart-pounding session, you can also play with your own music now too, which is an available option through the game’s settings menu.

“Developing this game, the first One Hamsa release, has been a life changing experience for us,” the developers say in a statement on Steam. “We had many challenges along the way, and we can honestly say we would not have been able to withstand them if it wasn’t for our Early Access players. The love, enthusiasm, feedback and companionship you guys offered throughout made all the difference.”

RX: Racket is currently on sale for 25% off the usual $20 price tag, and is available from both Steam (Vive, Rift, Windows VR) and the Oculus Store (Rift).

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July 19, 2018

Play VR MMORPG ‘OrbusVR’ on Rift for Free This Weekend

OrbusVR, the MMORPG for PC VR headsets, is getting another free access weekend very soon.

OrbusVR’s free weekend starts July 19th at 10AM PT (local time here) and goes through July 22nd at 12AM PT (local time here).

As the result of a successful Kickstarter campaign, OrbusVR went into Early Access late last year to an overall positive effect. While the game is decidedly a low-poly experience graphically, the promise of an open world MMO is undeniably attractive to many looking for the classic experience in VR.

Featuring classic MMORPG elements, including multiple quests, world bosses, dungeons, and a story taking place in a large open world, the free access weekend should give you some solid time to check out the game’s multiple player classes, dragon pets, player trading, fishing and crafting.

While OrbusVR supports HTC Vive and Oculus Rift via Steam, the free weekend is being hosted via the Oculus Store, meaning this go around is Rift-only. Owners of Vive and Windows VR headsets itching for a chance to play can should definitely look into Revive, the free utility that opens to door to Oculus platform exclusives.

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July 19, 2018

‘Black Mirror’ Inspired Sci-fi Mystery ‘Torn’ Confirmed for August Launch on PSVR, Rift & Vive

Torn is an upcoming sci-fi mystery puzzle from Aspyr Media that takes inspiration from The Twilight Zone and Black Mirror. Now the studio has confirmed with Road to VR that Torn is indeed launching on all supported platforms next month.

We were curious when we saw Torn’s pre-order listing on PSN, which cited an August 28th launch date. Reaching out to Aspyr Media, the studio confirmed that the dark sci-fi mystery puzzle is indeed launching on PSVR on August 28th, along with versions for HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.

Check out the listings for Torn on both the Oculus Store (Rift) and Steam (Vive, Rift).

Here’s Aspyr’s description of the upcoming sci-fi mystery puzzle Torn:

Deep in a forgotten forest, video blogger Katherine Patterson discovers an abandoned mansion, filled with strange machines and disturbing experiments. This is the home of Dr. Lawrence Talbot, who was reported missing more than 64 years ago. Patterson realizes this could be worth millions, the story of her career. But when she meets Dr. Talbot in person — alive, trapped in a strange new dimension, and missing his body — Patterson realizes she was wrong. This is the story of a lifetime.

Using what appears to be a very Doctor Who-style sonic screwdriver, you manipulate objects and solve puzzle throughout the house; if the trailer is any indication, we’re in for what appears to be a highly polished experience with plenty of intrigue.

Aspyr Media is the Austin-based studio known for their work on its many PC-to-Mac ports including Call of Duty, Sid Meier’s Civilization and Star Wars.

Torn is the company’s first in-house developed game, and was written by Neill Glancy (Stranglehold) and Susan O’Connor (Tomb Raider, BioShock), with an original orchestral score composed by Garry Schyman (BioShock, Middle Earth: Shadow of War).

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July 17, 2018

Mil-Sim VR Shooter ‘Onward’ to Host Free Access Period on Steam This Weekend

Onward, the multiplayer VR shooter in Early Access, is hosting another free access weekend, this time on Steam for owners of Oculus Rift and HTC Vive.

The popular mil-sim tactical shooter has hosted several free weekends since its Early Access release in 2016—and another fresh one is ready to be locked and loaded, starting July 19th at 10AM PST (local time here) until the 22nd at 1PM PST (local time here).

The game is primarily focused on online multiplayer, and includes 5v5 team deathmatch, objective-based gamemodes, solo/co-op vs AI, 30 different realistic weapons, and a host of artificial locomotion options including hand-relative locomotion, snap-turn, and of course room-scale locomotion. Check it out on Steam here.

Remember: there aren’t any HUDs or projected cross-hairs, so your shooting ability (and ability to communicate) will greatly influence your chances of nabbing that all-important victory.

The free weekend will only be available through Steam, a Downpour Interactive spokesperson announced via Reddit. For Rift users, SteamVR won’t actually be required since the game supports the Oculus SDK natively. Simply allow ‘unknown sources’ through the Oculus PC app, and boot the game directly from Steam.

To allow content from unknown sources:

Open the Oculus app on your PC.
Select Settings in the left menu.
Select the General tab.
Next to Unknown Sources, click to allow content from unknown sources.

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July 17, 2018

‘Marvel Powers United VR’ to Feature Avenger Villains Madame Hydra & Scientist Supreme

Oculus and Sanzaru Games today announced two more villains coming to MARVEL Powers United VR, the superhero co-op battle Rift game which is slated to launch July 26th. Both villainous foes to the Avengers, the companies today revealed that Madame Hydra (aka ‘Viper’) and Scientist Supreme are coming to the game.

First revealed at Disney D23 fan expo last summer, Marvel Powers United VR is an upcoming co-op VR game created by Marvel Games, Sanzaru Games, and Oculus Studios. Featuring co-op missions, you use each superhero’s unique powers in online multiplayer, revisiting some of the familiar Marvel locations made famous in films past.

The complete list of villains so far includes: Madame Hydra, Scientist Supreme, Ronan the Accuser, Loki, Venom, Ultron, Magneto, and Dormammu. A total of four more unrevealed villains remain, as seen on the Marvel Powers United VR website.

Playable heroes thus far revealed in the 18-character lineup include: Star-lord, Gamorra, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, The Hulk, Rocket Raccoon, Deadpool, Black Bolt, Crystal, and Thor.

Here’s a quick bio for both Madame Hydra and Scientist Supreme:

Madame Hydra: From the shadows she rose, a sleeper agent to assassin to command of Hydra forces. A master at espionage and excellent strategist, Madame Hydra has eliminated all her adversaries with a skilled hand. Now she has her sights set on the domination of Earth, believing that Hydra and The Masters of Evil will bring true order to the universe.

Scientist Supreme: The genius leader of A.I.M., the Scientist Supreme leads attacks on planets for the Masters of Evil. Utilizing A.I.M. technology with the support of ground forces from Hydra, the Kree, and Ultron for the mighty Thanos, she is determined to decimate anyone who stands in their path.

We went hands-on with Marvel Powers United VR back during an Oculus event that was simultaneously timed with Disney’s D23. Check it out here in the meantime to learn more about the superhero co-op combat game.

Pre-orders for Marvel Powers United VR are now open here, with the game priced at $40.

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July 17, 2018

Retro-inspired Adventure ‘Pixel Ripped 1989’ Headed to All Major VR Platforms This Month

If you’ve been following VR since the early developer kit days, you may recognize the ultra-retro nostalgia headtrip that is Pixel Ripped 1989. The multi-dimensional platformer-meets-VR adventure is slated to arrive on PSVR, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows “Mixed Reality” VR headsets July 31st.

Set in the late ’80s in Britain, you sneakily try to play your handy ‘Gear Kid’ without getting caught by your overbearing school teacher. Letting your imagination fill in the gaps, a whole fantasy world envelops you as the game-within-a-game takes over. Following the adventures of in-game character Dot, you battle the evil Cyblin Lord, who breaks through to the real world to wreak havoc.

Image courtesy Arvore Immersive Experiences

Initially lead by Ana Ribeiro, Pixel Ripped 1989 is the living successor to her earlier project, Pixel Rift, an Oculus Rift DK2 demo developed back in 2014 as a part of Ribiero’s Master’s Degree project. Undeterred by the lack of the community support through Pixel Ripped’s failed 2015 Kickstarter, work on Pixel Ripped 1989 continued until very recently, culminating in the full game ready to be released on all major VR platforms soon.

Development of the game since shifted to São Paulo-based Arvore Immersive Experiences, with Ribiero as a developer.

Pixel Ripped 1989 will be available starting July 31st via PSN (PSVR), Steam (Vive, Rift, Windows VR) and the Oculus Store (Rift).

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July 16, 2018

‘Downward Spiral: Horus Station’ to Arrive on PSVR Next Month

3rd Eye Studios, the Helsinki-based developers behind Downward Spiral: Horus Station (2018), today announced the PS4 and PSVR version of the game is slated to land on PSN in August.

According to 3rd Eye’s blog, the studio is closing in to the launch of Downward Spiral: Horus Station for PlayStation 4 and PSVR.

“The version is in the final stages of certification, so only the very last bugs remain to be squashed. That also means that the release is just weeks away. We will announce the exact date as soon as we know for sure,” the creators say.

The studio also tweeted out that both the VR and traditional monitor version of the game is slated to arrive in August 2018.

Downward Spiral: Horus Station's next stop is on PS4 and PSVR in August. Before that check out our our collected highlights from the development. #indiegamedev #history #highlights #screenshotsaturday

— 3rd Eye Studios (@3rdeyestudiosfi) July 14, 2018

Flying in zero-G, users propel themselves through the derelict Horus Space Station using a few methods, be it a retracting grappling hook, air booster, or by pushing off the station’s internals such as bulkheads and comm panels.

In our review, we thought Downward Spiral: Horus Station skimped on two crucial elements to the adventure however: story and gunplay. Despite this, it’s undeniably atmospheric and visually stunning. A soundtrack created by ex-HIM front man Ville Valo certainly sets the stage.

In addition to the campaign mission, Downward Spiral includes eight-player PvP and PvE multiplayer modes including Deathmatch, Horde and Survivor challenges. Despite the game’s misgivings, there’s a lot to like about Downward Spiral: Horus Station, so we’re definitely hoping the game’s slick visuals translate despite the PSVR’s graphical limitations.

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