#EDS2025 | EDS is THE show for design engineers looking for direct access to the sector's latest products, services, and innovations. Visitors can explore hundreds of UK and international suppliers, including those for CAD software, product design, mechanical design, and more. Alongside the exhibition, conference sessions and workshops will provide topical content on the challenges and opportunities for the engineering sector. Find out more below 👇

An in-depth review of Star Wars: Beyond Victory for Meta Quest 3/3S reveals a mixed reality adventure from Industrial Light & Magic. The game features Adventure, Arcade, and Playset modes, blending VR and MR elements. While visual fidelity on Quest 3 and audio design are noted for their quality, the constant transitions between VR and MR in Adventure Mode can disrupt immersion. The MR podracing in Arcade Mode is also criticized for lacking depth and visibility, with a first-person VR option being a missed opportunity. However, the Playset Mode, allowing players to create digital dioramas, stands out as a positive, tapping into nostalgic play. This title showcases ILM's technical progress but also highlights the complexities of integrating varied reality experiences. What are your insights into the challenges and opportunities of mixed reality game development? #VRGaming #MixedReality #StarWars #GameDevelopment #MetaQuest3 #TechReview #explorewithquest #QuestCreatorPartner

💡 Unity 6 Brings Next-Level Cloth Physics! 🧵✨ Just explored the new Cloth Physics system in Unity 6, and it’s a huge leap forward for realistic, dynamic simulations. Whether you’re working on VR training, games, or interactive experiences, the results are incredibly lifelike. What I love most is how easy it is to integrate! I could literally turn a static mesh into a believable, moving fabric in minutes. Perfect for capes, flags, curtains, or even wearable outfits in VR. 🦸🏻♀️ #Unity6 #ClothPhysics #GameDev #VRDevelopment #Unity3D #RealTimeSimulation #DigitalFabric

The latest update for the VR mech action game Iron Rebellion introduces 16-player warzones, significantly increasing the player cap from 8 across all maps and game modes. Developer Black Beach Studio reports extensive optimization efforts, resulting in performance improvements of up to 25% on Quest hardware, with PC VR also benefiting from these enhancements. Further additions include a redesigned intro screen, three new training scenarios, and enhanced UI interaction. The update also brings new community maps, "Iron Forge" and a preview of an official map "NK". How do these updates impact your perspective on VR multiplayer experiences and game development optimization? #VoodooDEVR #VRDevelopment #GameUpdate #IronRebellion #VRGaming #QuestVR #PCVR #explorewithquest #QuestCreatorPartner

Q-Games' „Dreams of Another,“ a philosophical VR adventure set for release on October 10, 2025, has received a review highlighting its creative ambition alongside significant VR implementation challenges. While the game's theme of „no creation without destruction“ and its unique bubble-based visuals are noted, the PlayStation VR2 experience is hampered by uneven support, slow pacing, and repetitive gameplay mechanics. The review points out frequent shifts from first-person to „cinema mode“ and limited physical interaction, suggesting the title might be more consistent as a flatscreen game. Performance on PS5 Pro supports 1440p resolution via reprojection. How critical is native VR design for a truly immersive experience in a VR title? #VRDevelopment #GameReview #PlayStationVR2 #VRGaming #QGames #VirtualReality #explorewithquest #QuestCreatorPartner

A new VR title, 'Sherlock Holmes: The Master Detective', has quietly launched for Quest 3 and 3S. Developed by Messworks, this adventure puzzle game immerses players as the famous detective, tasked with uncovering a conspiracy behind a series of murders. Players will explore detailed 3D crime scenes, utilize tools such as a magnifying glass and fingerprint scanner to find hidden objects, and engage with fully voiced suspects through branching dialogues. Both seated and roomscale gameplay options are supported. How do you see VR changing the landscape for narrative-driven puzzle games? #VRDevelopment #GamingNews #Quest3 #VirtualReality #SherlockHolmes #explorewithquest #QuestCreatorPartner

VR Development is filled with challenges you don't face in traditional games. Here's a fun breakdown of how I solved the player height problem for my VR arcade game on the Meta Quest 2 and 3! #VR #IndieGame #IndieDev

The latest devlog for Gunman Contracts - Stand Alone, titled "The Gunman's Base," provides insights into the game's gunplay and player hub. This PC VR and flatscreen FPS, developed by ANB_Seth in partnership with 2080 Games, showcases features like weapon customization, a private shooting range, and a combat arena against holo-agents. Originating as a Half-Life: Alyx mod, the title is set to launch into Steam Early Access in 2025, with an estimated duration of 2-3 years, aiming for 5-6 contracts upon full release. How do you evaluate the importance of in-game customization hubs for player engagement in VR titles? #VRDevelopment #GameDev #PcVr #FirstPersonShooter #EarlyAccess #GunmanContracts #explorewithquest #QuestCreatorPartner

Devoxx: Hello (Virtual) World by Keren Kenzi Hello (Virtual) World by Keren Kenzi gives you a hands-on intro to crafting your own VR game. In a live demo you’ll see how to blend A-Frame, JavaScript and the DOM API to spin up a basic virtual reality experience right in your browser. This session is all about sparking your creativity—dive into HTML5-powered worlds, experiment with game mechanics, and have a blast building something completely new. Watch on YouTube https://lnkd.in/gYnX8Re5

October 2025 marks a busy period for VR game releases across Meta Quest, SteamVR, and PlayStation VR2 platforms. Notable titles arriving on Quest include Laser Matrix, a mixed reality puzzler, and the Project Mix Demo for Quest 3/3S. BlackGate offers 4v1 asymmetric horror, while Star Wars: Beyond Victory brings VR and mixed reality gameplay to Quest 3. The cinematic adventure Reach will be available on Quest 3, PC VR, and PS VR2, showcasing broad platform support. Other releases like Trenches VR