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Meta Quest Gaming Showcase | 2023
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Meta Quest Gaming Showcase | 2023

Introduction

The Beast introduces himself and explains how he has been guarding his peaceful kingdom from invaders.

The Beast's Role

  • The Beast has been guarding a peaceful kingdom.
  • Invaders from another world threaten to take over the kingdom.

Battle Begins

The battle between the Beast and the invaders begins.

The Battle Commences

  • The Beast fights off the invaders.
  • Players join in on the battle.

Victory Celebration

A celebration takes place after the victory of the battle.

Celebration Time

  • Bright music plays as a celebration takes place.

Graphics and Explosions

Graphics and explosions are shown after the victory celebration.

Visual Effects

  • Graphics, explosions, and fireworks are displayed.

More Visual Effects

More visual effects are shown after the victory celebration.

Additional Visual Effects

  • Various graphics, stars, wind sounds, snow booms, propeller rattling are displayed.
  • Fist thudding is heard with more graphics popping up.

Continued Visual Effects

More visual effects continue to be shown.

Ongoing Visual Effects

  • Graphics continue to pop up with rustling sounds in between.
  • Graphic thuds and boat thuds can be heard along with clacking sounds.
  • Gentle music plays.

Suspenseful Music

Suspenseful music begins to play.

Tension Builds

  • Audio thuds are heard with ticking sounds and tense suspenseful music playing in the background.
  • The suspenseful music continues.

Logo Warbling

A logo warbles as dramatic suspenseful music plays.

Dramatic Music

  • Dramatic suspenseful music is played along with explosions booming.

Explosions and Laser Firing

Explosions and laser firing are shown.

Action-Packed Scene

  • Explosions boom, laser whooshing can be heard, and graphics thump.
  • Dramatic suspenseful music continues to play.

Pensive Music

Pensive music is played.

Calm After the Storm

  • Pensive music plays after the action-packed scene.

More Pensive Music

More pensive music is played.

Continued Calmness

  • The pensive music continues to play.

Gentle Music

Gentle music begins to play.

Soothing Sounds

  • Gentle music plays after the pensive scene.

Tense Upbeat Music

Tense upbeat music starts playing.

Intensity Rises

  • Tense upbeat music starts playing with guns firing.

More Tense Upbeat Music

Tense upbeat music continues to play.

Action-Packed Scene Continues

  • Tense upbeat music plays with more guns firing.

Final Battle

The final battle takes place in the Arena of Hellfire.

Battle Royale

  • A new scene begins with a logo whooshing and warbling.
  • Dramatic tense music plays as the battle commences.
  • Bell gongs are heard, and swords clash as the battle intensifies.
  • Explosions boom, and creatures thud as the battle rages on.
  • The battle ends with one side victorious.

The Nature of Connection

A voiceover speaks about the connection between individuals while a battle scene plays out.

The Connection Between Individuals

  • The voiceover states that all individuals are connected and part of each other.
  • This connection is emphasized by an explosion and the statement "We are one."

Meta Quest Gaming Showcase

A host introduces the third annual Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, which features upcoming VR games and the launch of the Meta Quest 3 headset.

Introduction to Meta Quest Gaming Showcase

  • The host introduces the third annual Meta Quest Gaming Showcase.
  • The upcoming release of the Meta Quest 3 headset is announced, which will be backwards compatible with all games from its predecessor, the Quest 2.
  • More information about specs, apps, experiences, and MR content for Meta Quest 3 will be released in time.

Upcoming Games for VR

  • All games showcased during this event will be playable on both Meta Quest 2 and 3.
  • Samba de Amigo in VR is announced as a new rhythm game coming to the store this fall.
  • I Expect You to Die 3: Cog in the Machine is confirmed to be coming to the store later this year.
  • Agent Phoenix returns in Dr Roxanna Prism's latest invention in I Expect You to Die 3: Cog in the Machine.

Conclusion

  • All titles showcased during this event are set to launch within the next year.

Stealth is Key to Survival

The speaker introduces the concept of stealth being key to survival in a game developed by Schell Games. They emphasize that silence is golden and sound is death.

Tips for Survival

  • Keep silent.
  • Move gently.
  • Aim for the center of the chest and do not be gentle.

Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord

The speaker talks about a VR game called Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord, which was showcased at last year's event. This year, Sony Pictures VR and End Dreams have created a dossier on the Ghost Lord himself.

Who is Gustav Hookfaber?

  • Gustav Hookfaber studied under the Ghostbusters at Columbia University but was dismissed as dangerous.
  • In San Francisco, he discovered an untapped cauldron of undead subjects for his research.
  • His research stirred dormant evil, including tortured souls from Alcatraz whose guilt he could drain repeatedly.
  • He claims to have harnessed great power and given the world endless clean energy.

Teaming Up with One Hamsa

  • The speaker visits San Francisco's Ghostbusters HQ early and hears strange noises there.
  • The speaker teams up with someone to take out Gustav Hookfaber, claiming they are not afraid of ghosts.

Underdogs

The speaker introduces Underdogs, a physics-based brawler where players wrap themselves in five-ton gorilla mechs and rampage through New Bracka, the 22nd-century mech fighting capital of the world.

Game Features

  • Players can lose an arm, then pick it back up and use it to bash enemies.
  • As players climb the ranks, they face more dangerous opponents who are gunning for them.
  • The game is set in a city that is difficult to enter and requires players to fight like animals.

NFL PRO ERA

The speaker talks about StatusPro's VR football sim called NFL PRO ERA. They discuss how the game has evolved since its launch last October and what's next for the game.

Multiplayer Expansion

  • The speaker announces that multiplayer will be expanded so players can pitch their favorite teams against each other.
  • They want to see how their community's QB skills stack up against others.

Racket Club and Vampire: The Masquerade - Justice

In this section, we learn about two upcoming VR games. Racket Club is a new sport designed exclusively for VR that allows players to practice their swing solo, play pickup matches with people around the world or socialize courtside with friends. Vampire: The Masquerade - Justice is an adventure RPG set in Venice where players take on the role of a vampire and use their vampiric abilities to become the ultimate judge of the guilty.

Racket Club

  • Resolution Games revealed their latest project called Racket Club.
  • It's an all-new sport designed exclusively for VR.
  • Players can practice their swing solo, play pickup matches with people around the world or socialize courtside with friends.

Vampire: The Masquerade - Justice

  • Vampire: The Masquerade - Justice is an adventure RPG set in Venice.
  • Players take on the role of a vampire comfortable in the city's darkest shadows.
  • They hide in plain sight, drink the blood of mortals, and use their vampiric abilities to become the ultimate judge of the guilty.
  • A debut trailer was shown during this presentation.

Dungeons of Eternity and Arizona Sunshine 2

This section covers two upcoming VR games. Dungeons of Eternity is a 1-to-3 player dungeon crawler that generates levels from hundreds of unique chambers. Arizona Sunshine 2 is a sequel to one of VR's most popular games from its early days.

Dungeons of Eternity

  • Dungeons of Eternity is a 1-to-3 player dungeon crawler.
  • It generates levels from hundreds of unique chambers, so no two trips are the same.
  • Players will explore dark crypts, ruined castles and deep caverns, battle monstrous enemies with melee and magic, solve puzzles, avoid traps, gather loot, escape back to safety, level up and then do it all over again in a brand-new dungeon.

Arizona Sunshine 2

  • Arizona Sunshine 2 is a sequel to one of VR's most popular games from its early days.
  • A CG reveal was shown recently.
  • Another short teaser was shown during this presentation.

Stranger Things VR and Other VR Games

In this section, the speaker talks about upcoming VR games including Stranger Things VR, Attack on Titan VR Unbreakable, Bulletstorm in VR, and Assassin's Creed Nexus.

Stranger Things VR

  • Netflix and Tender Claws are bringing the hit series Stranger Things to VR.
  • The game is a chilling psychological horror experience where players invade people's minds and conjure up their worst nightmares.
  • The game will be available on Meta Quest Store later this year.

Attack on Titan VR Unbreakable

  • Universe has created an exhilarating VR game based on the best-selling manga series Attack on Titan.
  • Players can join the scout regiment and go head to head with Titans using omnidirectional mobility gear.
  • The game features dynamic high-flying battles.

Bulletstorm in VR

  • People Can Fly has recreated their popular game Bulletstorm for VR.
  • The game features skill shots that allow players to get creative in taking down enemies.
  • The game will be available on Meta Quest Store later this year.

Assassin's Creed Nexus

  • Ubisoft is releasing Assassin's Creed Nexus in VR by the end of the year.
  • Tune into Ubisoft Forward on June 12th for more information.

Asgard's Wrath 2

In this section, the speaker introduces Asgard's Wrath 2, an all-new standalone adventure in the epic series.

  • Asgard's Wrath 2 is a standalone adventure in the epic series.
  • The game features chaos spreading and Loki's evil invading the realms.
  • Players will set out on a new quest across time and space, battling gods and creatures of myth to stop Loki from upending all of creation.
  • The game features enormous free-roaming environments, gorgeous visuals, intense combat, and well over 60 hours of exploration.

Asgard's Wrath 2 Overview

In this section, the speaker introduces Asgard's Wrath 2 and highlights its new features.

New Features

  • The game picks up where the first game left off in a mysterious tavern.
  • Players will travel through new asgardian locations like Muspelheim and the vast desert expanse of ancient Egypt.
  • The Great Sand Sea is the most expansive world with hidden treasures and unique events.
  • Players can hunt rare high-level monsters that roam the sands or gather plants or animal parts to craft useful consumable goods such as bait to attract wildlife or a ward that provides a temporary AoE benefit wherever you throw it.
  • There are mini-games like fishing or beating your high score at the Slingshot shooting gallery.
  • Players can transform animals into unique warrior followers to help solve puzzles and eviscerate enemies. New in this game, they'll serve as powerful mounts that can carry players swiftly across massive realms.
  • Players will see the world from God's scale perspective and use their cosmic powers to manipulate the mortal world around them. They can reach inaccessible areas, solve puzzles, and more.
  • Each hero in Asgard's Wrath 2 is completely unique with different weapons, skills, abilities, and strengths. By possessing these mortals, players can help them fulfill their destinies.

Combat System

  • Combat system is centered around player choice. Nothing is holding you back. You can chip away at enemy shields through a flurry of attacks or land skilled parries to trigger opportunity windows that let you cut through your enemies' defenses with ease.

Asgard's Wrath 2 Combat System

In this section, the speaker introduces the combat system of Asgard's Wrath 2. The game features a full physics system implemented for weapons with swords, axes, bows, darts and more at your disposal. Enemies will now react to your every movement and switch up their own attacks. You'll also unlock new skills and abilities as you level up.

Weapons and Abilities

  • The game features a full physics system implemented for weapons with swords, axes, bows, darts and more at your disposal.
  • Unlock powerful abilities and super attacks to truly change the game.
  • Discover relics you can slot into your weapons and armor that will provide you with powerful buffs.

Enemy AI

  • As you level up, so will enemies gaining new abilities, smarter tactics, sneaky counters, stronger armor, powerful super attacks and relics to use against you.
  • You'll have to use all the strength, endurance, speed and quick thinking you can muster to forge a path through the ravenous enemies that lay between you and your destiny.

Uncharted Rifts in Asgard's Wrath 2

In this section of the video presentation on Asgard's Wrath 2 gameplay mechanics we learn about uncharted rifts which are infinitely replayable dungeon crawling mode with exclusive loot that players can take back with them into the main campaign.

Uncharted Rift Features

  • Uncharted rift is an infinitely replayable dungeon crawling mode with exclusive loot that players can take back with them into the main campaign.
  • The rifts are always open so you can visit at any point during or even after the campaign.
  • Survive long enough and you'll earn a spot on the leaderboards and those precious bragging rights.

Asgard's Wrath 2 Preorders

In this section, we learn about preorders for Asgard's Wrath 2. Players who preorder will get a copy of the original Asgard Wrath on PC, immediate access to the great Sand sea home environment, an exclusive Asgard Wrath 2 themed character as well as the title of Cosmic Guardian in Population one.

Preorder Features

  • Players who preorder will get a copy of the original Asgard Wrath on PC.
  • Immediate access to the great Sand sea home environment.
  • An exclusive Asgard Wrath 2 themed character as well as the title of Cosmic Guardian in Population one.
  • Those who preordered will get access to the Sword of Raw and the sun gods battle armor once Asgard Wrath 2 launches later this year.

Conclusion

In this section, Ruth concludes by thanking viewers for tuning in and developers for putting together this show. She also mentions that there is more to come such as new games, major updates to existing titles, and a whole new headset to launch.

Conclusion

  • Ruth thanks viewers for tuning in and developers for putting together this show.
  • There is more to come such as new games, major updates to existing titles, and a whole new headset to launch.

Introduction to Asgard's Wrath 2 and Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord

Travis Williams, head of production at Oculus Publishing, introduces Asgard's Wrath 2 and Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord. Matt Kramer, Studio Creative Director at Sanzaru Games, is present to talk about Asgard's Wrath 2.

Asgard's Wrath 2

  • Asgard's Wrath 2 is a massive RPG coming to Quest later this year from Sanzaru Games.
  • The game has Uncharted Rifts and over 60+ hours of gameplay in large, huge, expansive worlds.
  • The game features mounts that can be transformed at any moment.
  • The storyline takes off where the first game left off but players don't have to play the first game as there is an awesome recap that retells the whole story.
  • There are hidden collectibles and side dungeons that tell their own story.

Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord

  • No information provided in this section.

Quest 2 and Quest 3 Graphics

In this section, the speakers discuss the graphics of Asgard's Wrath 2 on Quest 2 and speculate about how it might look on Quest 3.

Graphics on Quest 2

  • The graphics on Quest 2 are amazing.
  • The developers set boundaries early in development to ensure that they can achieve what they want within those limits.

Graphics on Quest 3

  • The feeling of the headset is superb, with excellent resolution and horsepower.
  • It is speculated that Asgard's Wrath 2 will look even better on Quest 3.

Combat and Weapon Diversity

In this section, the speakers discuss combat mechanics and weapon diversity in Asgard's Wrath 2.

Combat Mechanics

  • Combat looks more fun than in the first game, with improved weaponry such as axes and shields.
  • There are different difficulty levels for combat, making it accessible to all players.

Weapon Diversity

  • Weapons have multiple layers to them; for example, shields can be thrown or stopped in space.
  • All weapons have a puzzle layer where they can be used to solve puzzles by redirecting switches or other objects.

Traversal Mechanics

In this section, the speakers discuss traversal mechanics in Asgard's Wrath 2.

Whip Transformation

  • Abraxas' sword transforms into a whip which allows for new traversal mechanics such as wall running and floating through air while using the whip to move around.

Mounting

  • The whip can also be used to pull the player towards their mount, allowing for quick mounting and dismounting.

Hero Weapons and Characters

In this section, the speakers discuss hero weapons and characters in Asgard's Wrath 2.

Hero Weapons

  • Every hero has different gear, making each character feel like a totally different game.
  • The shield has many layers to it; it can be thrown out, stopped in space or redirected.

Characters

  • Followers that you meet throughout your adventure can be brought back to the beginning of the game or other locations to unlock further content.

Asgard's Wrath 2: Uncharted Rifts

Matt talks about the different difficulties in the game, including the hardest difficulty called Wrath. He also discusses the Uncharted Rifts, which are like mini-games within the game.

Difficulties and Game Length

  • The game has everything from base story mode to the hardest difficulty called Wrath.
  • The game is 60 hours long plus dungeons and Rift mechanics.
  • Matt expects players to play it multiple times.

Uncharted Rifts

  • The Uncharted Rifts unlock as players move forward in the game.
  • The DM character opens a rift on Ethereal Plains with Weavers.
  • Players go through floors of dungeons in a roguelike game style.
  • When players die in a rift, they can leave behind either a Divine Soul or Dread Soul.
  • Divine Souls can go into someone else's game to help them while Dread Souls become enemies that fight other people.

Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord

Jack Bromhead talks about how they stayed authentic to Ghostbusters IP while adding horror elements to their upcoming Meta Quest game.

Design Elements

  • They wanted to stay super authentic to Ghostbusters IP while adding horror elements.
  • There are moody environments and different monster designs.

Multiplayer Gameplay and Equipment

In this section, the speaker discusses the multiplayer aspect of the game and how players can work together to bust ghosts. They also talk about the equipment available in the game.

Multiplayer Aspect

  • The speaker loves games that they can play with their friends, so they are excited about the multiplayer aspect of the game.
  • Players will need to coordinate as a team when going into dungeons to bust ghosts.
  • There will be different roles for players to take on, such as tank or DPS.

Equipment

  • Players have an array of equipment to use, including the iconic Proton Pack, Ghost Trap, and P.K.E. radar.
  • The P.K.E. radar is used for navigation and finding items or ghosts.
  • All equipment is upgradable at an upgrade station.
  • Each player can choose their loadout based on their preferred equipment.

Earning Cash and Strategy

In this section, the speaker talks about how ghostbusting is a business in the game and how players earn cash by clearing out ghost infestations. They also discuss strategy in gameplay.

Earning Cash

  • Players earn cash at the end of every mission by clearing out ghost infestations in San Francisco.
  • Cash can be used to buy new equipment.

Strategy

  • Working together as a team is essential for success in gameplay.
  • Players must strategize on how to bust ghosts without destroying landmarks like Golden Gate Bridge.

Authenticity and Design Choices

In this section, the speaker discusses some of the challenges faced when bringing Ghostbusters to VR. They also talk about design choices made for ghosts in-game.

Challenges

  • One of the biggest challenges was making sure that the game felt authentic to the Ghostbusters universe.
  • The Proton Pack and trap had to feel powerful and true to their movie counterparts.

Design Choices

  • The team looked at existing IP, such as the Spirit Guide, when designing ghosts for the game.
  • They aimed to make the most fun and exciting ghosts possible while also providing nostalgia for fans.

Multiplayer Gaming Strategy

In this section, the Art Director of Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord, Jack, and TechMan discuss their multiplayer gaming strategies.

Planning for Multiplayer Gaming

  • TechMan emphasizes the importance of having a plan before entering a multiplayer game.
  • Jack notes that TechMan has prequalification in multiplayer gaming.
  • TechMan expresses his desire to make sure everyone knows what they are doing before entering a game.

Conclusion

In this section, the hosts conclude the discussion and provide information about Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord.

Launch Information

  • The hosts announce that Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord will launch in fall and can be wishlisted on Meta Quest Store.
  • The hosts thank all participants for taking part in the roundtable discussion.
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Join us for the Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, featuring new game announcements, gameplay first-looks, updates to existing games coming to the Quest platform. Don't miss it!