Releases Recap: January 8 – 12
This week, we released 28 titles and updates across the Oculus Platform. Here’s a look at some of the highlights:
The Lost Bear
Journey through a whimsical land corrupted by the toy-stealing Snatcher and help find Walnut’s precious teddy bear in this adventure puzzle game.
Perfect For: Fans of hand-drawn animation and whimsical games like Luna and Tethered
Developer: Fabrik Games & Odd Bug Studio
Available On: Rift
Within: Fistful of Stars Update
Eliza McNitt’s VR masterpiece originally debuted at SXSW 2017. Explore the cosmos like never before through the lens of the Hubble Telescope, with narration by astrophysicist Dr. Mario Livio.
Perfect For: Fans of astronomy and all things science
Developer: Within
Available On: Rift + Gear VR
Steampuff: Phinnegan’s Factory
Welcome to the Sky-High City of Steampuff! In Phinnegan’s Factory, you’ll face waves of mechanical monstrosities and frantic fun.
Perfect For: Steampunk enthusiasts and fans of Rexodus: A VR Story Experience
Developer: Steelehouse
Available On: Rift
Phantom – Lost
Lose yourself in Phantom – Lost’s interactive music video experience. Make the visuals come to life using Touch or just sit back and watch this synesthetic treat. This collaborative project by Finnish electronica duo Phantom and renowned motion designer Zebracolor combines real-time motion graphics, VR, and live visuals using Notch.
Perfect For: Fans of visual art, immersive sound, and electronica
Developer: Zebracolor
Available On: Rift
Waffle
Quirky characters come to life on Gear VR courtesy of Waffle, your one-stop destination for VR animated shows. The weekly, episodic format is a first for VR, and there are three shows to enjoy: Water Bear, All-Star Party, and Dessert Island.
Perfect For: Fans of off-beat comedies and animated shows like Rick and Morty and Bob’s Burgers
Developer: Waffle
Available On: Gear VR
More Info: “Syrup Traps: Waffle Brings Episodic Animated Comedy to Gear VR”
Visit the Oculus Store on Rift and Gear VR for even more immersive content and score limited-time deals. We’ll see you next week for our next batch of new releases!
— The Oculus Team
