In “Summary of interesting VR game news”, we will deliver a summary of interesting new works, update information, etc. from the VR game-related news reported within a week. This time, we are targeting related news from July 24th to July 30th.
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1 A new video introducing the unique system of the cooperative VR climb shooter “Gambit!” has been released.
2. VR Battrois “Population: One” announced the end of sales and service for the original Quest version
3. Stealth adventure “République” All non-VR and VR versions are completely free
4. VR version “Myst” large-scale update implementation, journaling function and hand tracking operation added
Cooperative VR Climb Shooter “Gambit!” New Video Introducing Unique System Released
A new gameplay video of the cooperative VR shooter “Gambit!” has been released. The video is short, nearly 30 seconds, and focuses on one of the systems implemented in this work, “Gun Fever”.
(*Caution when viewing!: Some content contains extreme violent expressions.)
“Gun Fever” is a system that allows you to use special weapons for a limited time when a specific meter reaches full capacity during the game. Each of the four characters has their own unique weapon, and the bows and arrows, chainsaws, etc. that have been hinted at so far seem to be weapons related to this system.
“Gambit!” is a VR crime shooter where you do everything you can to commit crimes such as looting large sums of money and robbing trains in a devastated world. Control one of four characters, Frank, Udo, Cody, or Kevin, and carry out missions with the remaining three characters. in the second half of 2022PC（Steam）will be released for Meta Quest 2.
VR Battrois “Population: One” End of Sales and Service for the First Quest Version Announced
VR battle royale game “Population: One”Original Meta Quest Editionannounced the end of sales and service.Ends on October 31st (* Japan time: November 1st)… apparently …
Development BigBox VR says, the end of service of the original Quest version is a step to realize a future vision that will push the VR multiplayer experience to new boundaries. It seems that they have decided to end the service of the original Quest version in order to focus on the pursuit of functions and technology for that purpose.
In addition, it is still possible to play “Population: One” on the original Quest via the “Oculus Link” function. In addition, the Quest2 version is not subject to service termination and will continue to be sold at the Meta Quest Store. It is said that the main part of the game can be played without change.
In addition, refunds for players who have purchased “Population: One” for less than half a year will be implemented. It seems that you can report it to customer support and receive a refund if approval is obtained.
(reference)UplaodVR、BigBox VR Official Site
All non-VR and VR versions of the stealth adventure “République” are now completely free
The VR stealth adventure game “République VR” has been made free.Steam、Meta Quest Store（Quest / Rift / Go / GearVR) will be available for free download from July 30th. Also, on Steam, the non-VR original version “Republic” is also being made free of charge.
“République” is a stealth adventure game released for smartphones and PCs in 2013. The player hacks the surveillance cameras and gives instructions to a girl named “Hope” to help her escape. The story consists of five chapters, and in Japan, a full-package PlayStation 4 version that summarizes all episodes has been released.
The VR version will be released on Gear VR, Oculus Go, etc. in 2018. A Meta Quest (Quest 2) version was also released in 2019.It is unclear how the game was made free on all platforms at this time.Camouflaj, the developer and distributorOfficial site、Official Twitterdoes not mention the complete free of charge this time, and we are waiting for the official announcement in the future.
(Reference) Steam, Meta Quest Store
VR version “Myst” large update implementation, journaling function and hand tracking operation added
A major update has been implemented for the VR version of the masterpiece puzzle adventure “Myst” released in 1993.Target isMeta Quest（Quest 2）版By applying the update patch, journaling function and hand tracking operation will be added.
The journaling feature allows you to capture key puzzle clues and favorite spots for later reference. This is said to have been requested by many players who played the VR version. This willYou can easily record various information related to solving puzzles during gameplay.
Another hand tracking control allows the entire game to be played without a controller. You will be able to perform operations such as pulling levers, turning pages in the book, and pressing buttons with just your hands, allowing you to play “Myst” in an unprecedented style.
In addition, support for cloud save, compression of application capacity, etc. are also implemented.
Regarding the latterAbout 9.5GB to regarding 5.9GB, regarding 4GB lighter.
(reference)Oculus Blog、UploadVR
