Wordbound presents a surreal puzzle adventure where the entire world is built from language itself. Objects aren’t just things—they’re words. Players can pull apart items to reveal the magical letter tiles hidden within, rearrange those letters into new combinations, and then compress them back together to create entirely new objects. The result is a playful and often mind-bending system that allows thousands of possible creations as players reshape the world around them.

Each level unfolds inside charming, hand-crafted dioramas filled with secrets. Players will restore missing objects, search environments for clues, and track down hidden Sparks scattered throughout the game’s cozy scenes. These Sparks serve as collectible rewards that encourage exploration while unlocking new creative possibilities.

Wordbound has already gained significant attention online. Footage of its mixed reality version went viral last summer, racking up more than 10 million views across social media. The clips showcased one of the game’s most striking mechanics: watching 3D objects stretch and transform into words made of letter tiles, and then seeing those words compressed back into fully formed objects.

In addition to its PC release, Wordbound is also heading to Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S with hand-tracking controls and mixed reality gameplay. Support for SteamVR is also planned.

According to lead developer Andy Bacon, the project has grown significantly since its first reveal.

“After Wordbound’s positive reception last year, we grew the team and our vision has become more ambitious,” Bacon said. “We’re excited to tease this glow up of the game and bring it to a wider audience with the flatscreen version on Steam.”

With its clever wordplay mechanics, tactile puzzle design, and creative sandbox elements, Wordbound aims to transform language itself into a playground for players to explore and experiment with.

Key Features

• Arrange magical letter tiles to create thousands of possible objects
• Explore cozy hand-crafted dioramas to recover missing items
• Collect hidden Sparks to become a powerful wordsmith
• Remix objects and language to creatively compose your own scenes

Originally a breakout hit on mobile and Flash with more than 25 million players worldwide, Interlocked now evolves into a fully realized VR experience, blending tranquil island landscapes with tactile, three-dimensional burr puzzles.

A Hands-On Puzzle Experience in VR

At its core, Puzzle Islands features more than 30 carefully curated burr puzzles designed by real-world puzzle creators. Using intuitive hand gesture controls, players twist, rotate, and separate interlocking pieces just as they would with a physical wooden puzzle.

The VR format enhances the tactile illusion, giving each puzzle a sense of weight and presence that mirrors real-life problem-solving. For those seeking an extra layer of difficulty, 13 brand-new challenge puzzles debut exclusively in this version.

Relaxation Meets Mental Gymnastics

Beyond the puzzles themselves, Interlocked: Puzzle Islands leans into atmosphere. Players solve brainteasers in a cozy, liminal space accompanied by a soothing, ambient soundtrack. A small bird companion grows alongside your progress, adding a light narrative thread that gently ties the journey together as you explore the mysterious islands.

Creator Ido Tal, known as Puzzle Dev, has long aimed to recreate the feel of authentic burr puzzles in digital form. With VR technology now capable of delivering that tactile sensation, Puzzle Islands represents the most immersive iteration of the concept yet.

Interlocked: Puzzle Islands launches March 24 on Meta Quest with English language support for $11.99 USD, offering a calming yet mentally engaging escape for VR puzzle fans.

In Space Control, you’ve been abducted by a suspiciously upbeat intergalactic megacorporation and saddled with a debt that—technically—isn’t even yours. The only way out? Work it off. Alongside your alien coworkers, you’ll abduct new recruits, manage alien daycare duties, and cook up questionable snacks at corporate events that probably violate several galactic health codes.

The game unfolds across three episodic chapters set within a vibrant, cartoon-styled space station. Each episode introduces a different “job” inside Glorpo Inc.’s strange corporate ecosystem. You’ll step into the Abductorium to recruit fresh talent (willing or not), handle childcare in the alien Daycare, and help run the GlorpoVision Music Festival with some truly bizarre culinary creations.

Throughout it all, you’ll be joined by a colorful cast of alien companions—Melody, Widgett, and Zorgle—as well as your AI assistant Sydra, who’s always within reach (literally on your wrist). Expect plenty of offbeat humor and satirical jabs at corporate culture as you try to climb the interstellar ladder.

Space Control leans heavily into physics-driven VR interaction. Nearly everything in the environment can be grabbed, tossed, tugged, bounced, or otherwise messed with, encouraging players to embrace the chaos. The tone draws inspiration from animated sci-fi comedies like Futurama and Rick and Morty, delivering a colorful dystopia packed with absurd humor.

The voice cast features talent with credits in major franchises including The Legend of Zelda, Genshin Impact, Marvel Rivals, and The Amazing Digital Circus, alongside appearances from popular VR content creators Whackycast, SmashingVR, Jordan Antle (PapaFearGaming), and Fynnpire.

The Space Control demo is available now as part of Steam Next Fest, offering a first look at its interactive, physics-heavy gameplay and irreverent space-station storytelling. The full release is slated for Early Q2 2026 on Meta Quest and Steam.

If you’ve ever wanted to clock in at the weirdest corporation in the galaxy, now’s your chance to start working off that debt.

Originally launched as a VR title and winner of Apple’s 2024 Vision Pro Game of the Year, THRASHER has been rebuilt from the ground up for PC while preserving the hypnotic flow that made the original so acclaimed. Players will guide a luminous space eel through surreal, pulsating alien realms—swooping, dashing, and thrashing through cosmic madness to build up massive combos.

The Steam release doesn’t just bring the game to 2D displays—it supercharges it. The PC version features enhanced visuals, ultra-smooth performance, and a variety of control options across traditional and VR setups.

Key Features

• Three Game Modes: Conquer the Main Campaign (27 stages across nine realms), test your skills in the new Play+ mode, or chase scores in Time Trials.

• Upgraded Visuals: Enhanced effects and resolution for PC and PCVR.

• Unique Circle-Based Combo System: Master precision control and rhythmic flow.

• Optimized for Steam Deck: Runs at 90fps with full gamepad and touchpad support.

• Flexible Control Options: Mouse and gamepad for 2D play, controller and hand-tracking support for PCVR.

• Leaderboards & Achievements: Compete and climb the global ranks.

About the Game

From the creators behind THUMPER, THRASHER is a pulse-pounding fusion of music, motion, and mayhem. Players evolve a tiny worm into a colossal space eel, taking on wild bosses and cascading through nine psychedelic realms that blend cosmic horror with rhythmic precision.

Expect blinding color, blistering speed, and thunderous sound, all wrapped in Brian Gibson’s signature style—equal parts mesmerizing and terrifying. Whether you want to chill to the music or push your reflexes to their breaking point, THRASHER delivers an unforgettable sensory rush.

THRASHER is available now on Steam, supporting both traditional PC and PCVR play.

The demo currently offers a flatscreen preview of the game, but a PS VR2 update is on the way, promising a fully immersive way to experience the game’s eerie, endless pools and empty corridors.

A Liminal Space Phenomenon

POOLS invites players into vast, abandoned aquatic environments where silence feels heavy and stillness feels alive. You’ll wander through deserted swimming complexes, sunlit hallways, and submerged tunnels, never quite sure if you’re alone. Is someone following you? Watching from the shadows? Or is it all just a dream? The game thrives on that unease, balancing haunting emptiness with moments of quiet serenity.

What began as a passion project from a four-person team in Finland grew into an unexpected phenomenon. The game won Best Creative Achievement of the Year at the Finnish Game Awards and maintains a staggering 95% “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam. Its success not only gave Tensori international recognition but also allowed them to grow into a sustainable studio.

What’s Included on PS5

The PlayStation 5 release of POOLS isn’t just a port—it’s a complete package. Players will have access to:

• The original game

• The atmospheric Chapter 0 expansion

• A fully immersive PS VR2 mode, available at no additional cost

With both flatscreen and VR options, players can choose to explore POOLS in whatever way they find most unsettling.

Release Info

• Launch Date: November 25, 2025

• Platforms: PlayStation 5 and PS VR2

• Demo: Available now on the PlayStation Store (VR support coming soon)

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect chance to wade into the still waters of POOLS, November will be your moment. Until then, you can download the demo today and wishlist the game on the PlayStation Store.

A Cozy Take on Birdwatching

Unlike traditional “photo modes” tacked onto other games, Birdseed VR is built entirely around authentic bird behavior. Every species has its own distinct calls, movements, and flight patterns, bringing a layer of realism that bird lovers will instantly recognize. From chunky little songbirds to majestic flyers, players can fill out their in-game Journal by snapping photos, completing quirky daily quests, and chasing that perfect 5-star shot.

Capture, Collect, and Share

At the heart of the experience is your in-game camera, designed to feel like you’re holding the real thing. Switch lenses, line up your subject, and snap away. Use binoculars to spot birds in the distance, then add your discoveries to your Journal. Thanks to realistic models and vocalizations, every captured moment feels like a genuine birdwatching find.

Features at a Glance

• Daily Quests: Fresh birding missions to keep your Journal growing.

• The Perfect Shot: Earn star ratings and work toward the ultimate collection.

• Immersive Sound Design: Spatial audio and unique bird calls wrap you in a tranquil forest atmosphere.

• Cozy Multiplayer: Team up with friends, share photos, and enjoy the quiet beauty of nature together.

• Play Your Way: Built for seated play — snap photos comfortably from your couch.

If you’ve ever wanted to combine cozy gaming with the calm joy of birdwatching, Birdseed VR might just be your next obsession. No release date yet, but keep your binoculars handy — it won’t be long before you’re soaring into early access on the Meta Quest 3.

In this new story, players step into the role of a Vulcan Starfleet officer on a covert mission aboard the U.S.S. Lumen. But when you arrive, the ship is deserted, the crew has vanished, and something alien — and terrifyingly intelligent — has taken hold. Worse, it’s inside you too.

As the infection spreads, your Vulcan logic and composure begin to crack. Physically, your body mutates. Mentally, shadows move where they shouldn’t. Memories you’ve tried to bury surface against your will. And in true survival horror fashion, every choice forces you to balance control with chaos: will you suppress the infection… or embrace its unstable power?

Key Features:

• Full-Body VR Immersion – Monitor your changing physical form as the infection mutates you in real time.

• Mutations With Consequences – Fight to maintain Vulcan calm while your telepathy shifts into something darker and more dangerous.

• Psychological Horror – Face visions, hallucinations, and fears pulled directly from your character’s mind.

• Classic Star Trek Tools – Wield a phaser, rely on stealth with the Vulcan nerve pinch, and scan for threats with your tricorder.

• Hands-On Survival – Use VR to interact directly with tools, stations, and crafting systems aboard the U.S.S. Lumen.

Star Trek: Infection is being developed for Meta Quest 3/3S and Steam VR, with a Quest launch planned first, followed shortly by Steam VR. The game is set to release later in 2025.

A City You Can Shape

Built in Unreal Engine, Street Gods blends physics-driven melee combat with a run-based, replayable city structure. Before each run, players arrange city blocks on a mystical Tafl board, creating a unique path through a constantly changing urban landscape.

Combat You Can Feel

Every swing, throw, and recall of Mjolnir is tied directly to your movement, making each hit feel impactful and precise. The combat rewards deliberate actions, smart timing, and creative combos, with runic abilities adding another layer of strategy. Whether you’re hammering enemies at close range or recalling your weapon for a crushing strike, the system is built for power you can feel.

Myths Collide With the Modern World

Across the campaign, players will face towering bosses and creatures drawn both from Norse mythology and the strange void between realms. Each encounter is designed to test skill, adaptability, and mastery of the hammer’s abilities.

A Living Graphic Novel

Street Gods brings its myth-meets-metropolis concept to life with a striking comic-inspired art style, blending modern grit with ancient legend. Every frame is charged with energy, detail, and the raw impact of a living graphic novel.

“Street Gods captures the feeling of being a true superhero in VR,” says Joe Waterworth, Publishing Director at Soul Assembly. “It’s fast, physical, and built around power you can feel. From the first hammer throw to the final blow, you’re in control of something bigger than yourself.”

If you’ve ever wanted to walk through a poem or sit among storytellers from around the world, VERSE VR delivers just that—and more. Fresh off its premiere at the UploadVR Summer Showcase, Lofty Sky Entertainment has officially released Verse VR, an artistic and meditative virtual reality journey that’s now live on Meta Quest (Deluxe Edition), PC VR, and Steam.

This isn’t a game in the traditional sense—it’s a celebration of spoken word, visual art, music, and cultural storytelling, all wrapped in a peaceful, richly detailed VR experience.

Explore the World Through Verse

Verse VR guides you through eight beautifully crafted environments, each inspired by a different culture’s poetic and artistic heritage. Whether you’re sitting beneath cherry blossoms with Tang Dynasty poets, listening to the myth of Mali Sadio from West African griots, or unwinding to classical music in a Victorian greenhouse, every space is filled with meaning—and something to discover.

Hotspots within each landscape trigger poems, songs, illustrations, and original music. You’re not solving puzzles here—you’re soaking in atmosphere and letting the world unfold around you.

Key Features:

28 Illustrated Poems/Songs (39 in the Deluxe Edition)

17 Original Tracks from traditional Chinese, West African, and Middle Eastern artists

8 Diverse Realms to explore, including:

• Tang Hall & Orchid Pavilion Garden (China)

• West African Village & River Market

• Orphalese, inspired by Kahlil Gibran’s works

• Temple of Apollo, the Victorian Conservatory, and a Butterfly Garden

Premium Visuals available on Steam and tethered PC VR

Perfect for relaxation, inspiration, or cultural discovery

A Global Collaboration

Created with help from artists and organizations around the world—including Batuki Music Society and traditional Malian griots—Verse VR is an experience rooted in authenticity. It’s a rare chance to hear, see, and feel traditions from communities and regions often underrepresented in games and VR.

“Verse VR is an immersive journey through poetry, music and oral traditions from cultures around the world,” says Judith Cheung, Creative Director at Lofty Sky.

“Most people never get a chance to hear the songs and stories of my culture,” adds Thierno Soumaré of Batuki Music Society. “But for Verse VR, we worked with traditional Malian griots to bring those experiences to life.”

Available Now

• Meta Quest (Deluxe Edition)

• PC VR (Meta)

• Steam (PC VR)

If you’re looking for something unique to unwind with—something thoughtful, beautiful, and culturally rich—Verse VR deserves a spot in your headset.

Time to revisit the memories that shaped a friendship. Developer The Voxel Agents is bringing a deeply emotional reimagining of their award-winning puzzle adventure The Gardens Between to VR with Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between, launching August 7, 2025 on Meta Quest and SteamVR.

Announced during the UploadVR Showcase, this expanded version isn’t just a port—it’s a heartfelt deep dive into childhood bonds, now made more intimate and immersive through the lens of virtual reality and Mixed Reality.

A New Perspective on an Old Friendship

Two decades have passed since Arina and Frendt’s original journey. Now, as Frendt sorts through his belongings during another move, he stumbles across a diary belonging to Arina. That discovery pulls him—and players—back into The Gardens Between, only this time, guided by Arina’s memories.

Hidden Memories reframes the story through new eyes, delivering more than 40 fresh puzzles, new dreamlike environments, and meaningful object interactions—no prior experience with the original game required.

Time-Bending Puzzles, Brought to Life With Your Hands

Just like the original, you’ll guide Arina and Frendt across surreal island landscapes, solving puzzles by manipulating time forward and backward. But in VR, those mechanics come alive through real-time hand gestures. Adjust time by simply moving your hands, bring scattered memories back into focus, and interact with dreamlike objects in personal, tactile ways.

Draw with paintbrushes. Snap toy parts into place. Craft colorful friendship bracelets. These simple, nostalgic moments build a deeply emotional experience as players explore themes of memory, growing up, and the unspoken bonds between friends.

Twice the Content, Twice the Emotion

This isn’t just a visual update—Hidden Memories doubles the narrative depth of the original, presenting new sequences, intimate diary entries, and a full set of new puzzles woven into the original framework. Players will also get to explore the story’s emotional core from a fresh perspective as Frendt experiences Arina’s inner world for the first time.

“Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between pays homage to precious friendships we hold near and dear to our hearts,” says Simon Joslin, co-founder of The Voxel Agents. “We’re ecstatic to finally share the release date with fans and can’t wait for you to see this world in a whole new light—only achievable through the magic of Virtual and Mixed Reality.”

Coming August 7 to VR Platforms

Whether you’re returning to The Gardens Between or stepping into it for the first time, Hidden Memories invites you to slow down, reflect, and experience the past through an entirely new lens.

Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between launches August 7, 2025, on Meta Quest and SteamVR.