Lara Croft hits Virtual Reality and Assetto Corsa EVO VR finally gets a performance boost
Assetto Corsa EVO levels up for PC VR players, Tomb Raider arrives as DLC in Pinball FX VR, and a Tron-inspired fitness game is just around the corner.
Every Monday, we round up the latest headlines from the world of VR gaming—new releases, indie gems, and all the trailers worth your time.
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Here’s what we’ve been playing and testing in VR over the past week:
- Niantic’s mixed reality pet sim, Hello, Dot, just left Early Access. Is it finally worth the download, and who should check it out?
- I’ve switched up my workout routine. Here’s which VR fitness apps I’m using to get through my daily sweat.
- Surviving Mars Pioneer turns a classic city builder into a survival adventure in VR. We took the Meta Quest version for a spin.
- The Midnight Walk might be one of the most creative games of the year, but the VR port has some real frustrations. Here’s why.
- Extraction shooter Ghosts of Tabor just launched on PlayStation VR 2. Our first take: surprisingly positive.
- Game Night is an MR title built for couch co-op — simple party fun, even for friends new to VR.
- Ghost Town is among the best VR games in recent years. Here are four reasons it stands out from the crowd.
New Announcements & Fresh Releases
Sportvida CyberDash: Tron-Style Fitness Arrives Soon
The futuristic VR fitness runner Sportvida CyberDash is gearing up for launch this month on Meta Quest and PC VR. Imagine a neon-lit world straight out of Disney’s Tron: you smash obstacles, dash through environments, and dodge hazards across 30 fast-paced levels.
This one’s not for the faint of heart — quick reflexes and a strong stomach are a must, since the action never lets up. For those easing in, there’s a “Lenient Mode” that slows things down for lighter cardio. “Strict Mode” ramps up the challenge, demanding bigger arm swings and faster moves.
The full release of Sportvida CyberDash lands on Meta Quest and PC VR on May 20, but you can already grab it in Early Access. There’s also a free demo up on Steam.
Bearly Escape: VR Adventure Puzzle Game Hits Early Access
Bearly Escape, a colorful VR puzzle adventure from Time Traveler, is now playable in Early Access on Meta Quest 3, Quest 3S, and SteamVR. The premise: kidnapped animals have been turned into toys, and you set out to rescue them.
Teamed up with a brave bear cub, you’ll break into secret labs, commandeer a giant claw machine, and take on obstacle courses to breathe life back into a once-barren wilderness. Meanwhile, you’ll uncover the schemes of Dr. Kidd and the shadowy organization pulling the strings.
DLCs & Updates
Assetto Corsa EVO: Major Update Boosts VR Performance
Good news for sim racers: the latest Assetto Corsa EVO update delivers the long-awaited performance improvements for PC VR. When the Early Access version launched in January, VR support was plagued by severe performance issues — something the community has not been quiet about.
Update 0.2 brings a slate of stability and performance tweaks, covering all setups, including VR rigs and triple-screen configurations. That’s not all: you’re getting seven new cars, two new tracks (Circuit of the Americas and Donington Park), and the ability to customize your own race weekends.
There’s also a new game structure: “Open Mode” gives instant access to every vehicle and customization option, while “Career Mode” introduces a progression system built around an in-game economy and driver academy — unlocking new content as you go.
Tomb Raider DLC Arrives Next Month for Pinball FX VR
Pinball FX VR is about to get some Lara Croft flair. The upcoming Tomb Raider Pinball: Adventures of Lara Croft DLC will let you travel through iconic locations from the Tomb Raider universe — think Peruvian jungles, the Great Wall of China, Egypt’s pyramids, and the frozen caves of Tibet. You’ll face off against mysterious Atlanteans and wield Lara’s signature dual pistols in a unique third-person shooting mode.
You can even explore Croft Manor, from the stately main hall to hidden studies and the infamous hedge maze. Expect special modes like Agility Training, Combat Mastery, and Study Sessions.
Both new tables are coming to PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, Meta Quest, and Legends Pinball 4K.
Dimensional Double Shift: Hexas Minor Patch Rolls Out
Owlchemy Labs just pushed a fresh update for Dimensional Double Shift. The Hexas Minor Patch targets community feedback — fixing bugs, making usability tweaks, and polishing visuals in the Hexas Garage and Diner areas. The headline: a full tone pass for NPC dialog, making the experience more welcoming and inclusive by reworking or removing overly suggestive lines.
Other highlights: better hand tracking, updated UI on end-of-shift screens, improved art assets and subtitle/voice sync, and smoother performance when vacuuming brains.
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