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MIXED is a prominent online publication that focuses on virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and other groundbreaking technologies that are influencing our future. Launched in 2015 as a modest German-language VR blog, we have since grown to include a diverse group of writers and readers from around the globe who share a keen interest in the evolution of computing. We are fascinated by the intersection of humanity and technology, particularly as the lines between the physical and digital worlds begin to blur. What will the era beyond smartphones look like? What innovations will follow the traditional PC? Emerging human-machine interfaces like virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence provide insights into how our interactions with computers will evolve in the coming years—and vice versa.

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My personal farewell to MIXED

6 days ago | mixed-news.com | Tomislav Bezmalinovic

Dear MIXED readers,Today’s news likely came as a surprise to many of you. In truth, the end of MIXED in its current form has been looming for some time. The past nine months have taken a toll on me as it was unclear for a long time whether MIXED would continue and, if so, in what form. Our traffic became increasingly unpredictable. One week would go well; the next would be disastrous. That's how it made us feel. The last few months were an emotional roller coaster as the inevitable approached.
Meta and Anduril are now jointly developing XR headsets for the US military

1 week ago | mixed-news.com | Tomislav Bezmalinovic

Palmer Luckey’s defense company Anduril Industries and Meta are collaborating on the development of XR products for the US military. FACTSMeta and Anduril have announced a partnership aimed at creating VR- and AR-enabled helmets, headsets, and other wearable devices for military use.
An unofficial VR port of Counter-Strike 1.6 is coming to Meta Quest

1 week ago | mixed-news.com | Tomislav Bezmalinovic

Team Beef, known for its standalone VR ports of classic games, is working on a VR version of Counter-Strike 1.6 for Quest and Pico headsets. FACTSTeam Beef has announced CSVR, an unofficial VR port of Counter-Strike 1.6 designed for standalone VR headsets. Development is already underway, following an extensive research and planning phase to determine the best way to adapt the game for virtual reality.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are getting their own VR game

1 week ago | mixed-news.com | Tomislav Bezmalinovic

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City will be released in 2026 for Meta Quest and PC VR. So far, there is not much more information than the official game description. A brotherhood in the shadows. A city on the brink. In the vacuum left by Shredder's demise, the Foot Clan's grip tightens on the streets you once called home. It’s time to reclaim what's yours. Don the mask of Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, or Michelangelo in the first ever Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles VR game.
Pimax Crystal Super: New Ultrawide optics push VR field of view to 140 degrees

1 week ago | mixed-news.com | Josef M. Erl

Pimax is rolling out a new optical engine for its Crystal Super VR headset, expanding the horizontal field of view to 140 degrees — without sacrificing image sharpness, according to the company. FACTSPimax has officially announced a new “Ultrawide” optical engine for its Crystal Super VR headset. The new module bumps the horizontal field of view from 127 to 140 degrees, while holding steady at 50 PPD (pixels per degree) for sharpness — at least if you take the manufacturer at its word.
Meta Quest: With a little luck, you can experience the striking VR puzzle Connectome for free

1 week ago | mixed-news.com | Josef M. Erl

Connectome, a one-of-a-kind VR title blending art and puzzles, is launching in just a few days — and we’re giving away free keys to celebrate its release. As part of our Indie Showcase series, we regularly spotlight standout VR games — and offer up free keys to our readers. Today’s giveaway puts “Connectome” for Meta Quest in the spotlight: a visually captivating puzzle experience that fuses interactive art with intuitive gameplay, set to debut May 27, 2025.
I went through the claustrophobic VR horror of Tunnels on Quest 3

1 week ago | mixed-news.com | Josef M. Erl

Tunnels, a new VR horror title, just landed on Meta Quest. Naturally, I had to see how deep the chills go in these VR mine shafts. Back in 2005, director Neil Marshall’s The Descent delivered a masterclass in claustrophobic horror, playing on our primal fears of darkness, tight spaces, and the unknown. A group of women embarks on a caving expedition — until a sudden cave-in blocks their path and forces them deeper into uncharted tunnels.
Meta Quest Charts: Long-awaited survival horror sequel crashes the Top 20

2 weeks ago | mixed-news.com | Josef M. Erl

Early Access favorite Into the Radius 2 finally lands on the Meta Quest Charts, but Animal Company refuses to give up its crown. There’s something almost hypnotic about the Meta Quest top 10 — call it stability, call it stagnation, but either way, you won’t find many surprises. For months, the same handful of titles — budget-friendly early access games, free-to-play hits, and one classic that simply won’t fade — have carved out the top slots.
XR weekly round-up: Valve’s VR headset delayed to 2026, Meta Quest gets a new UI, and Xreal glasses go 6DoF

2 weeks ago | mixed-news.com | Josef M. Erl

This week in XR: Google’s smart glasses get a style upgrade, Apple’s smart glasses slip to 2026, Xreal Eye adds 6DoF to One, and Meta Quest rolls out a major UI overhaul. Here’s everything you need to know from the world of VR, AR, and mixed reality. Every week in our “XR Update,” we round up the most important news across the XR landscape, complete with bite-sized summaries and direct links to full articles if you want to dive deeper.
The HL2 mod "Entropy: Zero" will get a fully-fledged VR mode

2 weeks ago | mixed-news.com | Tomislav Bezmalinovic

The HL2 mod Entropy: Zero is getting a VR version based on the popular Half-Life 2: VR Mod. FACTSThe Half-Life 2 mod Entropy: Zero is set to receive a major update, which will also introduce a VR mode. The original mod developer, Breadman, has promised improvements in gameplay and graphics, numerous bug fixes, and potentially limited new content. The VR mode is being developed by modder 1upD based on the successful Half-Life 2: VR Mod.