October 23, 2026

VR pioneer Owlchemy Labs jumps to XR for its next release

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As the virtual reality sector continues to strive against financial challenges, innovative VR studio Owlchemy Labs has declared its entry into the realm of extended reality (XR) games with its latest title, Hyper Visor. The game, which Owlchemy refers to as “a unique XR arcade shooter,” is set to launch on the Google Play Store priced at $1.99, coinciding with the introduction of HTC’s XREAL Aura headset. In Hyper Visor, gamers employ their hands along with a “curious pair of living shades” (a common moniker for sunglasses) to navigate through eight levels that invoke various classic gameplay styles such as rhythm games and side-scrolling shooters. Naturally, “headset” isn’t perfectly fitting to describe the XREAL Aura—the gadget is essentially a pair of advanced sunglasses that HTC dubs “spatial computing eyewear.” It operates via a wired link to the user’s Android smartphone. Additionally, “XR” may not quite be the term developers would prefer to characterize this... Read More

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October 22, 2026

Ubisoft reportedly wasted 3 years turning Beyond Good & Evil 2 into a live-service Fortnite killer

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(Image credit: Ubisoft) Ubisoft persists in asserting that Beyond Good & Evil 2 is a genuine game that exists, even though it was revealed over 18 years ago, and we haven’t glimpsed any sign of it this decade. A recent article indicates that the reason for the prolonged wait is that the developers keep returning to the concept, most recently shifting from a live-service Fortnite rival to a single-player-focused experience. That is according to the French source Origami, which reports (through machine translation) that Beyond Good & Evil 2 was in the works as a “highly multiplayer and interconnected game” from 2019 to 2022, taking direct cues from Fortnite and Destiny. Participants would design their characters and engage in activities generated spontaneously, with large group engagements organically matchmade. As time progressed, the strategy altered to something more “open-ended,” shifting to four-player cooperative action, and then to two-player co-op, the article continues. In its present... Read More

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October 22, 2026

Former GTA 6 and Red Dead Redemption 2 designer says layoffs at Rockstar aren’t the real danger

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(Image credit: Rockstar) Job cuts and reorganization have emerged as unfortunate trends in the industry recently. Just this week, BioWare was shut down by EA, amid Xbox eliminating 3,200 positions throughout the whole division. A location that appears more stable is Rockstar, which is preparing to unveil the monumental GTA 6, and at least one former developer there believes it’s in a stronger position than many. “I never encountered the inquiry of whether we needed to downsize, or if we were capable of doing so. Rockstar has the resources,” Jérémy Hartvick, an open-world designer on Red Dead Redemption 2 and GTA 6 who departed Rockstar in 2020, shares during the Kiwi Talkz podcast. “The inquiry is if you can fulfill the expectations, and if you fail, you may not endure,” he clarifies. “But otherwise, it’s not a matter of finances.” #220 – Jérémy Hartvick Discusses GTA 6, RDR2, Rockstar, Mission Structure, Leadership – YouTube... Read More

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October 22, 2026

Valve dev mentions rumored Half-Life game HLX, coworker immediately calls him out: “Nice work”

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(Image credit: Valve) Half-Life 3 speculation conduit HLX has been referenced once more, this occasion by an experienced Valve creator during an official seminar focused on game sound. A thread on the GamingLeaksAndRumours subreddit records a recent discussion featuring three Valve creators who participated in the latest GameSoundCon, a symposium centered around game audio and composition. Presenter Mike Morasky, a Valve musician and sound designer whose career includes work on Team Fortress 2, the original Portal, and Half-Life: Alyx, was accompanied by sound engineers David Feise, a 17-year Valve expert, and Carlye Nyte, a newer addition to Valve hailing from Bungie and various other studios. During the Q&A segment of a panel about “Valve’s Strategy for an Open and Adaptable Audio Engine,” Morasky addressed a query concerning voice count. He introduced a grouping mechanism within Valve’s configuration and how it integrates into its HDR system. “Indeed, I believe Deadlock has their unique iteration of... Read More

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October 22, 2026

The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, and more (October 23-25)

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(Image credit: Netflix) As the evenings get longer, having a comprehensive watchlist is essential – you certainly don’t want to find yourself unprepared on a Saturday night with nothing to view. Evade this unfortunate situation by exploring our compilation of streaming suggestions for this weekend, which includes five fresh films and series that are all deserving of your attention. From an Oscar-nominated comedy-drama and a live-action Disney reimagining to the comeback of a beloved Netflix romantic comedy and an exhilarating anime, there’s something for everyone this week. I’ve selected titles from various streaming platforms, so whatever service you subscribe to, there should be something available for you to enjoy. Below you’ll discover suggestions from Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, and Disney Plus. While we don’t have any distinct Paramount Plus or Apple TV recommendations this week (once you’ve caught up with the recent episodes of Avatar: Seven Havens, that is), we do have guides... Read More

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VR pioneer Owlchemy Labs jumps to XR for its next release

Ubisoft reportedly wasted 3 years turning Beyond Good & Evil 2 into a live-service Fortnite killer

Former GTA 6 and Red Dead Redemption 2 designer says layoffs at Rockstar aren’t the real danger

Valve dev mentions rumored Half-Life game HLX, coworker immediately calls him out: “Nice work”

The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, and more (October 23-25)

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