{"id":258069,"date":"2025-07-12T05:04:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-12T05:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/258069\/"},"modified":"2025-07-12T05:04:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-12T05:04:33","slug":"everything-announced-at-the-uploadvr-showcase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/258069\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything Announced at The UploadVR Showcase"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cThe entries this summer make clear VR remains at the forefront of creativity in environmental and interaction design, whether it be a startling place that glows with an otherworldly light, or a calming feeling you find visiting somewhere\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0seen rendered countless times in other media.\u201d
– Ian Hamilton, Editor-In-Chief at UploadVR<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Another UploadVR Showcase has premiered, and whoa, what a ride it was! Thank you to everyone who watched the event on YouTube and IGN, the content creators who restreamed, and all of our participants. We couldn\u2019t do the great work that we do without the VR community, and this summer, we had the opportunity to introduce more than 50 announcements from our beloved indie and large studios.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t fret if you weren\u2019t able to join us in the moment \u2013 you can watch the Showcase HERE<\/a> when it\u2019s best for you. Can\u2019t wait? Well, keep reading for our comprehensive list of everything that was announced.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Mucho kudos goes out to our Summer Showcase sponsors: Elsewhere Electric, Deep Matrix, Fruit Golf, Nightclub Simulator VR, and Virtual Skate. Thank you! And Humble Bundle? We wouldn\u2019t forget you! Thanks for your partnership and for offering sweet games at a sweeter price.<\/p>\n

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Now, let\u2019s get this party started!<\/p>\n

Our main sponsor, Elsewhere Electric<\/a>, opened the showcase with the announcement of their full game release on July 23rd, 2025. Make sure to wishlist Elsewhere Electric on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Explore the splendor of Venice with Walkabout Mini Golf<\/a>\u2019s new Passport series. The new update is free to play this weekend, July 11th – July 14th.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Get creative, but don\u2019t get caught in Hide the Corpse where you have to, well, hide the corpse before the cops show up. The game is set to release for PSVR2 on August 18th, 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Grab your board and wax, and hit the pavement! Skate with friends, customize your character, and film your tricks in Virtual Skate<\/a>, landing on the Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a> stores this August 21st, 2025 (PS – thank you, sponsor!).<\/p>\n

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VR rhythm-combat game RAGER<\/a> is available on the Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a> stores in September 2025, and we got a little teaser about a future PSVR2 release date in 2026. Wishlist today!<\/p>\n

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Trenches VR – new game\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The immersive narrative Fatherhood Legacy<\/a> tells a tale of a young man reuniting with his father and breaking the cycle \u2014 coming to Meta Quest in January 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Spooky VR thriller, The Hollow Path, can be added to players\u2019 wishlists on SteamVR.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Add Fixer Undercover<\/a> to your SteamVR<\/a> wishlist pending the full game release on Meta Quest and SteamVR in Q1 2026.<\/p>\n

The Phoenix Gene<\/a> introduced its new fling mechanic, offered up some never-before-seen gameplay, and mixed reality overlays. Wishlist the game today on Meta Quest<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Pick up Sportvida CyberDash<\/a> on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>, and try out the game\u2019s new camera tools that allow for steadier gameplay recording and mechanics.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Step up your exercise routine with Pedal Rebel VR<\/a> \u2013 take part in the open alpha from July 11th – August 11th 2025 HERE<\/a>, and wishlist on Meta Quest and SteamVR<\/a> now.<\/p>\n

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Play chess in a whole new way with Chess Club<\/a> by Odder\u2019s Lab, set to release on July 18th, 2025 for PSVR2.<\/p>\n

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VR sci-fi horror, MEMOREUM<\/a>, announced a new game release date of October 9th, 2025 for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>. Players who preorder the game on Quest can acquire the Devil\u2019s Iron pack. We also got a glimpse of new gameplay as a little teaser.<\/p>\n

Take advantage of Zero Caliber 2\u2019s enhanced version that\u2019s coming to SteamVR<\/a> in Q3 2025. Pick up the game on Meta Quest<\/a> and wishlist it on SteamVR.<\/p>\n

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Humble Bundle<\/a> took the stage to offer 9 outstanding VR games for only $18USD<\/a>, including Vertigo 2, Hard Bullet, Until You Fall, The Light Brigade, Pirates VR, MOSS II, Mothergunship Forge, Townsmen VR, and Metro Awakening VR. If you were watching the Showcase live, you may have jumped on the opportunity to win<\/a> one of ten free bundles.<\/p>\n

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Two-player co-op, Prison Boss Prohibition<\/a>, is now available for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>. Look forward to new fashion, free gear, and chickens, of course.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Defend your kingdom in the brand new table-top strategy game for VR! Banners & Bastions is coming soon to Meta Quest \u2013 you can play the beta today.<\/p>\n

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Of Lies and Rain<\/a> dropped a new, Showcase-exclusive trailer, and can be wishlisted on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Grab your golf club and prepare for some sweet fun! Fruit Golf<\/a> announced its Chateau Vampoire course on July 17th, 2025. Available for Meta Quest<\/a>, Google Play<\/a>, and App Store<\/a>. Wishlist the game on SteamVR<\/a> now.<\/p>\n

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Mixed reality game Sky Runner: Drone Hero<\/a> lands in the Meta Quest<\/a> store on July 31st, 2025, including a single player campaign and a new multiplayer mode.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Make friends, get more glints, and unlock new levels as you explore the world of Exer Gale<\/a>, currently available on Meta Quest<\/a>, and coming soon to PSVR2<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Set in space, sci-fi horror game, BLACKGATE<\/a>, is available to pre-order on Meta Quest<\/a>. Those who pre-order are also eligible for the Founders\u2019 Pack as an added bonus when the game releases in October 2025.<\/p>\n

Bearly Escape<\/a> dropped a brand new, exclusive trailer to announce the release of version 1.0 for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Discover Cite Alexandrie, a dystopian place where culture is under attack \u2013 and only you can get things back on track. The VR narrative is available for Meta Quest (in beta) on October 17th, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Cyberpunk shooter, SMASHER<\/a>, announced its upcoming demo on SideQuest. Players can wishlist the game for SteamVR<\/a> and Meta Quest<\/a> now.<\/p>\n

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Explore a 10-level campaign with Besiege VR<\/a>, who presented an exclusive trailer for its upcoming release on Meta Quest<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Enhanced visuals. New levels. A streamlined campaign. BHaptics support\u2026 the list of updates continues. COLD VR<\/a> will drop the free Sub-Zero Edition on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Living Room VR<\/a> gets a Wild Style update and will be available for Meta Quest<\/a> on July 17th, 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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VR tabletop action roguelike, Grit & Valor – 1949<\/a>, comes with full VR support this August 21st, 2025, for Meta Quest<\/a>, SteamVR<\/a>, and PSVR2<\/a> \u2013 wishlist the game today!<\/p>\n

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Will you be an angry god or a merciful god? How To God<\/a> puts players in control on Meta Quest<\/a> (pre-order) \u2013 sign up @thoughtfishGmbH<\/a> to join the close beta testing.<\/p>\n

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Feeling slappy? VR brawler Slap Fighter<\/a> is coming to Meta Quest<\/a> on September 4th, 2025 \u2013 wishlist the game today.<\/p>\n

Ever wish you were a raptor with blasters for hands? Same here! Sign up for VELOCIBLASTER<\/a>\u2019s free open alpha<\/a> and wishlist the game on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Ghost Cam<\/a> debuted an exclusive, never-before-seen trailer showcasing gameplay from the full game. Players can wishlist Ghost Cam on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a> before its Q4 2025 release.<\/p>\n

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Chrono Hunter<\/a> is expected to have a full game release in October 2025 on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>. In the meantime, players can join the Discord and sign up for the free beta testing.<\/p>\n

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In celebration of the game\u2019s one year anniversary, Match Point Tennis VR<\/a> gets its biggest update yet, adding daily, weekly, and seasonal challenges, rewards like XP and trophies, and new customizations. Currently free-to-play on Meta Quest<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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We got What Comes After<\/a> gameplay with an exclusive trailer that added a little more context to what the game\u2019s all about. Catch the full game release in Q4 2025 for SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Hunt with friends or solo in the realistic hunting simulator, Virtual Hunter<\/a>. Grab the game on SteamVR<\/a> today, or wishlist on Meta Quest and PSVR2 pending a 2025 release date.<\/p>\n

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Vivarium<\/a> gets the shiny, new Summer Vaycay update, ready to hit the Meta Quest<\/a> and PICO<\/a> stores on July 24th, 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Grab Nightclub Simulator VR<\/a> on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a> to take advantage of the game\u2019s free multiplayer test happening this Fall.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Spooky thriller, Scared by Squares<\/a>, is heading into early access soon \u2013 wishlist the game today on Meta Quest and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Popular VR platformer, STILT<\/a>, announced its Forgotten Trials update (pssst\u2013 it\u2019s free) and three new levels for Meta Quest<\/a>, SteamVR<\/a>, and PSVR2<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

On Point<\/a> is leaving early access and introducing version 1.0, which includes a new marathon mode. The game is set to release for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a> in Q4 2025.<\/p>\n

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Cinematic action-adventure, REACH<\/a>, releases on Meta Quest<\/a>, SteamVR<\/a>, and PSVR2<\/a> in 2025 \u2013 players can wishlist the game on both platforms today.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ragnarock<\/a> dropped its Summer Skin pack, including a new summer long ship, new hammers, and a new skin for your viking. Not sweet enough? They also included a new Viking music pack. All the summer-y goodness goes live on July 16th, 2025 for Meta Quest<\/a>, SteamVR<\/a>, PICO<\/a>, PSVR2<\/a>, and Viveport<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Create and share community levels with friends in Squishies<\/a>, available today on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a> (can you take the cuteness, though?).<\/p>\n

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Dreams of Another<\/a> showed us a first look at the game\u2019s latest gameplay for PSVR2. Wishlist it today for SteamVR<\/a> and PSVR2<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Launching for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>, Unseen Diplomacy 2<\/a> can be added to your wishlist before the game\u2019s official release on September 17th, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Dixotomia<\/a> by Deep Matrix goes into early access on August 21st, 2025 \u2013 wishlist the game today on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Explore the crafted world of Paper Craft, where players can create and share levels \u2013 coming to Meta Quest and SteamVR this Fall.<\/p>\n

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If you like to party, Grokit<\/a> is party central! Introducing the game\u2019s biggest update yet \u2013 Purrtropolis \u2013 including bigger bites, game modifiers progression. Enjoy the summer update on Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Become a mage and give the world a reason to believe again! Pick up Elemental Towers<\/a> in early-access for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Swing on vines, climb through caverns, and complete over 70 levels in both VR and MR in Jungle Man<\/a>, available on Meta Quest<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Contractors Showdown: Exfil Zone<\/a> showcased its Major Wipe update, coming soon to Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Available now for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>, Verse VR<\/a> introduces players to different cultures in VR with eight environments and more than 35 spoken word experiences.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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System Critical 3<\/a> is coming exclusively to PSVR2<\/a> in late-2025 to early-2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The Voxel Agents introduced the world premiere of Hidden Memories of the Gardens Between<\/a>, set to release on August 7th, 2025 for Meta Quest<\/a> and SteamVR<\/a>.<\/p>\n

And that\u2019s all folks!<\/p>\n

So much thanks again to our viewers, participants, partners, and sponsors for trusting UploadVR, yet again, to bring the latest news about our community. We\u2019ll be planning the next Showcase sooner than later, and we can\u2019t wait to see everyone this winter! <\/p>\n

If you plan on applying for the next showcase, email Beck or go to showcase.uploadvr.com\/apply. Applicants will not have access to submit their games for consideration year round. <\/p>\n

For projects that don’t fit the showcase, reach out to the editorial team by emailing tips@uploadvr.com<\/a> with any updates you may have about an upcoming project.<\/p>\n