VR Rhythm Game 'Beat Saber' Could Be Available for Apple's AR/VR Headset

[MacRumors]

Popular virtual reality rhythm game Beat Saber could be one title that Apple is planning to promote for its upcoming AR/VR headset, according to a tweet shared by Beat Games co-founder Jaroslav Beck.

Beck today shared a tweet about June 5th, saying that the date would be "🍿🕶️," which seems to hint that a version of Beat Saber for the Apple AR/VR headset could perhaps be part of Apple's presentation. Beat Saber for Apple's platform is just speculation at this point, but Beck does not regularly tweet about Apple, and would seemingly have no reason to comment on the event.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1663468196655931397

Rumors have suggested that Apple is already working with select game developers to help them update existing content for mixed reality, and Beat Games could be one of the companies that Apple is working with. Beat Saber is one of the most well-known virtual reality games.

Players are tasked with using arm gestures to slash beats timed to music in a futuristic virtual environment. As the game involves both dancing and movement, it has been used as an exercise tool. Apple plans to promote the headset as a fitness device in addition to a gaming and media consumption device.

Earlier this week, the founder of the company behind survival game "No Man's Sky" tweeted an Apple emoji, which also led to speculation that No Man's Sky will have an announcement for Apple's platforms at WWDC. No Man's Sky is available for several VR platforms, such as the PlayStation VR.

Apple has been hinting at the headset this week, teasing the dawn of a "new era" on Twitter and "coding new worlds" on its developer site. Multiple rumors indicate that Apple is ready to show off the AR/VR headset and the xrOS software that will run on it, and while it won't launch until later this year, announcing in June will give developers time to create virtual reality experiences for the device.

Article Link: VR Rhythm Game 'Beat Saber' Could Be Available for Apple's AR/VR Headset

 

[Number 41]

I think people are really not appreciating the unintentional comedy factor that will happen when people demo this headset and Apple Store and being able to watch them flail around like total morons while grandparents try to learn how to use the Google on their new iPhone 2 tables away.

 

[Nicole1980]

What a dumb looking game. If thats a headline app for this headset, I'll make a hard pass.
Come to think of it, I never gave a **** about their stupid headset anyway ...

 

[Ghost31]

I’m optimistic. But I had a psvr1 and after the novelty wore off I never used it again

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

I gotta ask, how the hell are you gonna play games on the Apple Reality when the thing is believed to not use touch controllers?

 

[theOmega]

The guy doesn't even work at Beat Games anymore

 

[DotComCTO]

For a consumer to care, Apple's VR headset price will have to be in line with other consumer VR headsets. However, at the reported $3,000 price, very, very few people will buy one. So, if gaming companies are excited about an Apple VR headset, it hopefully means the pricing is going to be consumer friendly; perhaps various grades/models/use cases at different price points? We'll know in another week.

 

[ersan191]

Locked down with no custom songs no doubt, tough sell.

 

[anthogag]

I don't care about this Beat Sabre 💩

 

[rainmanbk]

I may be wrong but it looks like he left Beat games? If so its highly likely he's doing something else with Apple? Maybe they hired him.

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

What a dumb looking game. If thats a headline app for this headset, I'll make a hard pass.

I don't care about this Beat Sabre 💩

I don't think you all understand how popular Beat Saber is. Beat Saber is the #1 most popular VR game (and hell most popular VR app) period. Millions buy VR headsets just for Beat Saber, that's how big it is. The game is so big they have licensed tracks from major artists like The Weeknd, Queen, Gorillaz, BTS, Imagine Dragons, Green Day, and more

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

Locked down with no custom songs no doubt, tough sell.

That doesn't stop people from buying the game on Quest 2.

 

[anthogag]

I don't think you all understand how popular Beat Saber is. Beat Saber is the #1 most popular VR game (and hell most popular VR app) period. Millions buy VR headsets just for Beat Saber, that's how big it is. The game is so big they have licensed tracks from major artists like The Weeknd, Queen, Gorillaz, BTS, Imagine Dragons, Green Day, and more

Then current VR games must really suck.

 

[Number 41]

I don't think you all understand how popular Beat Saber is. Beat Saber is the #1 most popular VR game (and hell most popular VR app) period. Millions buy VR headsets just for Beat Saber, that's how big it is. The game is so big they have licensed tracks from major artists like The Weeknd, Queen, Gorillaz, BTS, Imagine Dragons, Green Day, and more

Part of the appeal of Beat Saber is how easily mod-able it is.

On a $3,000 headset with the AppStore restriction against adding new music / levels for free? Yeah -- tough sell.

 

[atomicparker]

I don't mean to be a gaming snob but the PSVR2 is likely going to continue to be the cheaper better option for any VR games. I'd be stunned if the Apple headset is sub $1000. Maybe for non-game applications it'll be the one to beat but...seriously beat saber is a PSVR1 demo tech basically...

 

[jz0309]

really? Games now? everyone here on MR has told us that gaming on Apple devices is crap ...

Few more days and we'll find out, or not.

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

Then current VR games must really suck.

My guy the biggest most popular game in the world is a game where everything is blocks

Just because it doesn't appeal to you, does not mean it doesn't appeal to others. Beat Saber is a damn good addicting rhythm game, and it's great exercise too, which is why it's very popular. It's easy to get into, easy to understand, and loads of fun.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Anyone got a headache or motion sickness..? I think it's going to take some time to get used to this AR/VR. Maybe it's different when you are in the game.

 

[PsykX]

I don't think you all understand how popular Beat Saber is. Beat Saber is the #1 most popular VR game (and hell most popular VR app) period. Millions buy VR headsets just for Beat Saber, that's how big it is. The game is so big they have licensed tracks from major artists like The Weeknd, Queen, Gorillaz, BTS, Imagine Dragons, Green Day, and more

Yes, Beat Saber is recognized as the go to game for anybody with a VR headset.

In fact on the PlayStation Network, I've never seen this game go in promo, and it's been an immensely popular game even at the regular price.

 

[anthogag]

My guy the biggest most popular game in the world is a game where everything is blocks

Just because it doesn't appeal to you, does not mean it doesn't appeal to others. Beat Saber is a damn good addicting rhythm game, and it's great exercise too, which is why it's very popular. It's easy to get into, easy to understand, and loads of fun.

Beats Sabre is Apple Arcade for AR/VR goggles. That's not good.

 

[PsykX]

Then current VR games must really suck.

The offer is still very small, and AAA games are almost non-existent in VR. Resident Evil 7 was there from the get go like 6 years ago, and it is STILL, today, one of the best VR games ever made, by far.

 

[i hate phones]

That doesn't stop people from buying the game on Quest 2.

You can mod it on quest 2

 

[fatTribble]

I really am trying to get excited about the goggles, but this doesn’t help. No offense to the developer. Anything short of moving around the Enterprise-D in VR probably will be a pass for me.
But if they do release a Trek title, then take my money. 🤓🖖

I say that because I can’t think of anything else that would entice me.

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

After watching the video… I got a headache and motion sickness.. smh

That's just the spectator camera. Try it on yourself and the results are vastly different than what a Youtube video shows

Here, here's a better view

 

[erikkfi]

What a dumb looking game. If thats a headline app for this headset, I'll make a hard pass.
Come to think of it, I never gave a **** about their stupid headset anyway ...

For every one of these headsets you don’t buy, I’m going to buy three.