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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 1d

As someone who has railed against the inauthenticity of media for a few decades now, I feel particularly well prepped for that part of AI's impact.

KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

Nothing likely to set the internet ablaze in this thread, but there's new things for puzzle lovers and something for fans of survivor games.

More "where are the Next Fest PCVR demos now" coming soon to this BSKY feed. Meanwhile, check twitch.tv/KroyVR for regular VR ramblings and gameplay.

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

#416 Catjinni Survivors

Megabonk doing numbers; DRG: Survivor in Golden Joysticks; and Catjinni. It might have its time as the year closes. However, it doesn't benefit much if at all being in VR. Demo is still available, with release scheduled this year. store.steampowered.com/app/2955630 #pcvr

Catjinni Survivors on Steam

Lead a squad of magical cats against demon hordes and bosses in this brutally charming roguelite. Harness divine Catjinn powers, grow stronger by day, and survive the endless nights.

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

#415 Ultima Chess VR

Chess with a fantasy twist, not linked to Garriot's seminal MMORPG, probably. This does everything it needs to. The studio Svai Art Industries has prior in VR, and asset creation is one of their things. Demo is still available. Worth a look.

store.steampowered.com/app/3551180

Ultima Chess VR on Steam

Ultima Chess VR – chess as you've never seen before! Battle on the chessboard in virtual reality, where every piece comes to life and engages in a fantasy duel!

store.steampowered.com

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

#414 MIRRORLIGHT

This solo dev's puzzle-of-light reminds of Talos Principle. Mirrorlight is too barren visually for my liking. Could be filled out. But before its slated 2025 release? I'll be surprised to see it, even though the June demo happened.

store.steampowered.com/app/3665570 #pcvr

MIRRORLIGHT on Steam

Mirrorlight is an indie first-person VR puzzle game. Use mirrors, splitters, gemstones, and other tools to solve challenges, overcome enemies, and recover the fragments of your gateway back home! Do y...

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

#413 Hidden Memories of the Garden Between

Might yet become the longest game title of this 300. It is now released and on sale at time of posting. If you like 3rd person chill puzzle adventure played out in a diorama, this is worth checking out

store.steampowered.com/app/3084870/... #vr #pcvr

Save 50% on Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between on Steam

Lose yourself in a dreamlike journey through memory, time, and friendship. Step into the story of Arina and Frendt as you guide them across surreal islands built from cherished childhood moments. With...

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

This part of my second 300 (301-600) PCVR series. Its reached a "PC VR Demos, where are they now?" phase. We know about Virtual Skate and Of Lies and Rain from the previous thread, but what about others from summer Next Fest?

#413-#416

Catjinni screenshot from the Steam Store "I love games, life would be h as as good without them. What couldn't you live without?" reads the text above a small pixel cat.

Steam description: Lose yourself in a dreamlike journey through memory, time, and friendship. Step into the story of Arina and Frendt as you guide them across surreal islands built from cherished childhood moments. With time in your hands and wonder at your feet, explore an evocative world reimagined for VR.

Steam description: Mirrorlight is an indie first-person VR puzzle game. Use mirrors, splitters, gemstones, and other tools to solve challenges, overcome enemies, and recover the fragments of your gateway back home.

Steam description: "Ultima Chess VR – chess as you've never seen before! Battle on the chessboard in virtual reality, where every piece comes to life and engages in a fantasy duel!"

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Vuntra City @vuntracity.bsky.social · 2d

Found this cozy street bar.

#gamedev #indiegame #vr

A street bar with trees and vines in the background in a procedural city.

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

A carrier-full of plat is over 6 billion at CG prices! That's a nice chunk of change.

KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

I'm going with the assumption that I'm not the only one with connection issues to Gaben's Yacht Generator. I was checking out some PCVR games for posting here on BSKY, but I guess it can wait!

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 2d

No matter how much boost decay makes no sense in space, it's not changing.

Kickstarter GLP would not be honoured in any shape or form.

VR support would arrive, and then not be continued into expansions.

And that despite all these things, I'd still be playing spaceships 11 years later.

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 3d

Hope it works for.ypu. So many people been waiting for this. Be good to see it finally in the hands of real consumers.

I upgraded my 2019 Index last year already, so Valve would need to be doing MAGIC to haul me out of my current headset.

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 3d

Thanks @mattcyborg.bsky.social for the h/t. For standalone VR nerds, looks like Valve's standalone alternative to Meta/Pico/HTC is going down the final stages before launch. www.notebookcheck.net/Pre-order-li... #vr #pcvr #deckard #standalone

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 3d

Early third party leaks of Steam Frame mean we're down to the final few furlongs! www.notebookcheck.net/Pre-order-li...

Pre-order listing for 'Steam Frame' accessory tips early 2026 Valve Deckard VR headset launch

ProTubeVR has officially confirmed that Valve will be releasing a new VR headset, reiterating previous rumours about the new HMD. Unlike other rumours and leaks, this information comes straight from a...

www.notebookcheck.net

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 3d

good luck. Hope the display issue resolves itself.

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Brad Jeffrey @designerbradley.bsky.social · 4d

The Steam Sale ends soon!

If you already bought it and liked it, please consider leaving a review and telling other people who might like it.

I'd really like to continue making these games, every bit of support really helps.

store.steampowered.com/app/3538210/...

#Gamedev #IndieDev #IndieGame

Save 25% on Alliance Peacefighter on Steam

A linear, story-driven space sim in the style of 90s classics like X-Wing and Wing Commander. As a newly qualified Alliance pilot, you find yourself caught up in a plot to break the fragile peace betw...

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Vuntra City @vuntracity.bsky.social · 4d

Always fun to find a double firework station on a rooftop and just sitting back for a bit to enjoy the show.

#gamedev #indiegame

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 4d

The obvious reason being that you like getting your tummy tickled?

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 4d

:( at today's prices you didn't want to be replacing a gfx unless you have to.

Will your GPU fit in another PCIE slot? Did you update your BIOS? Did the BIOS change any settings relating to shared lanes etc...

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 4d

Have you tried swapping the cable?

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 5d

It's a great story, well told. I'd love more opportunity to explore the world created. Hope it does well enough for a sequel.

If you room for seconds with a sci-fi twist: store.steampowered.com/app/3141330/...

Of Lies and Rain on Steam

Of Lies and Rain is a story-driven first person shooter built exclusively for VR. Set in a dark, sci-fi, post-apocalyptic world, at the edge of the real and digital realm. You’ll fight to reclaim your...

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 5d

You have a PC with a desk and just enough space to backtrack a chair to slightly beyond arms length? You can play seated in so many VR games. And then move a keyboard and use a HOTAS or wheel for driving or flying.

KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 5d

Elite Dangerous lacks customisable in-game displays which is a feature I'd love to see one day. Fortunately, as a workaround in VR, adding overlays is trivial. They don't always blend in, but it works well enough, especially with keeping tabs on colonisation commodity requirements #pcvr #vr

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 5d

GL!

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KroyVR @kroyvr.bsky.social · 5d

Politicians are like VR headsets, you have to pick the one with the least number of intolerable flaws, but it's better having one than wondering if something better is just on the horizon.. I hope the Green Party of England do very well. The UK needs its biggest member to level out a bit.