On GamesBeat Decides 147, hosts Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about the latest NPD report. Turns out some people bought that new Animal Crossing game. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeff Grubb
Magic Leap announces layoffs and enterprise refocus to ensure second AR headset
The well-funded augmented reality company is trimming its workforce and targeting enterprise customers in an effort to guarantee its next-gen glasses ship. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Snap jumps 20% as coronavirus spurs use in Q1 2020
Snap beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly revenue and user growth for its Snapchat app, as more people stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Reuters
How to make an indie game that can survive | How Games Make Money
Indie developer Rootpew talks with How Games Make Money about turning indie hit Split or Steal into a game that can survive and overcome its costs. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeff Grubb
The best VR movies from Tribeca’s Short Film Festival for Oculus Quest and Go
The VR portion of the annual Tribeca Film Festival is movin online this weekend as a collection of 15 short films on Oculus Quest and Go. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jamie Feltham, Upload VR
Unplugged: Air Guitar uses Oculus Quest hand-tracking to turn you into a rock star
A video teaser popped up for a VR game on Oculus Quest that uses controller-free hand-tracking for a familiar musical experience similar to Rock Band and Guitar Hero. And it already carries the perfect name — Unplugged: Air Guitar. The game is a side project by Ricardo Acosta that he’s been working on at night. He […]
The DeanBeat: The game industry steps up in the fight against the coronavirus
As game companies go beyond survival mode, they are stepping up with charitable efforts, donations, and awareness campaigns. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Dean Takahashi
GamesBeat Decides 146: Sony faces PlayStation 5 manufacturing troubles
Sony is having troubles manufacturing enough PlayStation 5 units for launch, according to a Bloomberg report. GamesBeat Decides explains what’s happening. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeff Grubb
Holoride taps Russo Brothers and AR/VR pioneers for strategy board
The VR in-car entertainment company has recruited an all-star cast of advisors to take its unique hardware and software platform to the masses. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Seek Education uses AR models to teach art, history, and science
An AR company best known for its ecommerce platform is leveraging its 3D engine and models to teach K-12 students about six different subjects. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz