Let's see together all the announcements and previews coming from the stage of the Meta Quest Gaming Showcase 2024: from Among Us VR to Moss, passing through The Walking Dead
If you haven't managed to tune in to the second Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, the videogame-themed event dedicated to VR platforms that we once called “Oculus”, don't worry: here we are. The show aired yesterday, April 20, and brought forward some pretty important titles, such as NFL PRO ERA, Among Us VR, Red Matter 2, Moss II and the new chapter of The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinner. In this (long) article we will go to see them one by one, and we will certainly start from the most important one and that made the internet chatter in the last few hours: "Who you gonna call?"
Ghostbusters! (VR)
The biggest announcement, as always, Mark Zuckerberg kept it for the end, officially unveiling Ghostbusters VR. The title will be published by Sony Pictures Virtual Reality (SPVR) and developed by nDreams. Fasten the proton backpack, you are back in the universe of the Ghostbusters. Based in the new San Francisco headquarters, ghosts must be tracked down, exploded and trapped while trying to unravel a mystery that threatens the entire city, or perhaps the world. You can also team up with three friends to experience a great and engaging adventure.
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
The first chapter of The Walking Dead: Saint & Sinners (came out two years ago and millions of players have trod its streets infested with the undead, to save New Orleans or to condemn it. As we all know, however, all the actions have a consequence. Developed by Skydance Interactive, the second chapter will allow you to continue your journey through a completely new New Orleans, but even more dangerous. Fewer resources, more walkers, and a new bloodthirsty threat await you - get ready.
NFL PRO ERA | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
We are only a few months into the National Football League inter-season break, but it's already time to think about what might happen when the players hit the pitch this fall. Who will take his team to the heart of the Super Bowl? NFL PRO ERA is the first official National Football League game to be available for VR. The title uses game data from the League to create the most authentic on-pitch VR experience to date. You can lead your team to the Super Bowl, improve the quarterback's skills by having him participate in drills, or play with friends in your favorite NFL stadium.
Among Us VR | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
Among Us VR was one of the most talked about world premieres of last year's The Game Awards. On the stage of yesterday's Meta Quest Gaming Showcase 2024, InnerSloth, Robot Teddy and Schell Games have given other great news: by the end of 2024, players will be throwing false accusations at each other and taking out their friends, so better start preparing the speeches that will serve to exonerate themselves. Here, Meta Quest has also announced a new collaboration with Schell Games for three new projects, However, the details of which are not yet available.
Red Matter 2, Espire 2 | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
Red Matter 2 picks up exactly where the previous game left off. Maybe we managed to escape, the last time, but certainly the famous red matter did not stop. Attempting to arrest her will lead players to travel through the Solar System, from a base on our Moon to a station orbiting Saturn's rings and beyond. The player will have to unravel dark secrets and do his best to stop the spread of red matter and save humanity.
In 2019, Tripwire Presents and Digital Lode unveiled Espire 1: VR Operative to the world, immersing players in the world of international espionage with an exciting story. Now the team is back with an even better sequel, in which the mission is to locate and block the launch of an untraceable supersonic missile, a real apocalyptic device. Unleashing a variety of high-tech gadgets, you must infiltrate enemy lines and try to save the world for the second time.
Moss: Book II, RUINSMAGUS | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
We told you about Moss: Book II in a full preview, which you can find by clicking here. Book II is based on the story that began with the first chapter and, after saving his uncle Argus, Quill's adventure continues with the revelation of a winged tyrant who is hunting her inside the cursed castle where his uncle was held captive. Quill has a plan all of his own that could finally end the ruthless rule of the Beyonder and save the world from a great defeat.
Beneath the quaint streets and alleys of Grand Amnis lies a vast labyrinth of ruins, long forgotten by those above. In RUINSMAGUS you can travel deep into this underground realm in search of valuable and powerful objects. The player will unravel the secrets of a lost age, transforming himself from a novice wizard into a powerful one, in a narrative adventure that includes 26 missions fully voiced by talents such as Naomi Ohzora, Ai Maeda, Eiji Takemoto and others. The title will be released later in the year.
Cities: VR, Resident Evil 4 – The Mercenaries | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
Cities: VR was designed to bring streets to life like never before. Fans of Paradox's City: Skylines will feel right at home as the title captures the essence of that Quest 2 experience. It is not a one-to-one port, but Fast Travel Games will take the player “across the screen,” so to speak, giving him a new chance to appreciate the scale and scenery of the cities he is planning. Cities: VR will be available starting next April 28th.
When Resident Evil 4 came out last year, many asked what happened to the Mercenaries. The fan favorite horde mode is now available for anyone who already has the fourth chapter for Quest 2. The Mercenaries was completely rebuilt for VR by Armature Studio, in collaboration with Oculus Studios and Capcom. You will always have to take out as many Ganados as possible before time runs out. The VR version features exclusive online leaderboards and twenty new challenges to test your skills with.
Beat Saber – Electronic Mixtape, Bonelab | Meta Quest Gaming Showcase annunci
The start of 2024 for Beat Saber was already quite intense, with the release of OSTS and a Fall Out Boy music pack. The year, however, is not yet over and there is still a lot to unveil. Today, Beat Games announced its next, upcoming release: Electronic Mixtape, with tracks by artists such as Deadmau5, Marshmello, Pendulum and more.
Bonelab is the fourth project of Stress Level Zero, former authors of Boneworks, ed is developed for both Quest 2 and PC VR. Bonelab builds on its predecessor, combining a brand new history with two years of innovation and technological advancement when it comes to interaction. The player will find himself walking the corridors of a mysterious underground laboratory, where he will have to fight, run, climb to explore exquisitely detailed combat simulations, where each object reacts as it is expected to do. Support for mods will also be available. Bonelab's release is set for this year.
Who you gonna call?
And these were all the announcements of the latest Meta Quest Gaming Showase 2024. Let us know what you think below in the comments, we will continue to keep you updated with all the news, guides and reviews themed gaming and tech! And if you are interested in game keys at affordable prices, we recommend that you take a look at the InstantGaming catalog!
