--- title: Best Virtual Reality posts of 2024 | daily.dev description: The most upvoted Virtual Reality posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community. canonical: https://daily.dev/tags/vr/best-of/2024 twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:site: @dailydotdev og:url: https://daily.dev/tags/vr/best-of/2024 og:type: website og:site_name: daily.dev og:title: Best Virtual Reality posts of 2024 | daily.dev og:description: The most upvoted Virtual Reality posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community. og:image: https://media.daily.dev/image/upload/s--VAY5ToZt--/f_auto/v1724209435/public/daily.dev%20-%20open%20graph --- # Best of Virtual Reality — 2024 1. 1 [](/posts/google-blocks-is-now-open-source-yw3hvzzhr "Google Blocks is now Open Source") Article Google Open Source Blog · 2y Google Blocks is now Open Source Google Blocks, a tool for creating 3D objects and scenes via VR headsets, is now open source. This allows developers to use, distribute, and modify the code under the Apache 2.0 License. The existing version remains available for supported VR headsets, but the product is no longer actively developed. Enthusiasts are encouraged to innovate and develop new experiences with it. 536 20 2. 2 [](/posts/zuck-s-brutal-takedown-of-apple-vision-pro-ngdaqmxci "Zuck’s brutal takedown of Apple Vision Pro") Video Fireship · 3y Zuck’s brutal takedown of Apple Vision Pro Mark Zuckerberg criticizes Apple Vision Pro headset and expresses preference for Quest. Mentions the potential of neural interface technology. 53 7 3. 3 [](/posts/nativevision-viro-viroreact-the-ar-and-vr-library-for-react-native--0m2qc2nmm "NativeVision/viro: ViroReact: The AR and VR library for React Native 📳💙💛🤍💚") Article Hacker News · 3y NativeVision/viro: ViroReact: The AR and VR library for React Native 📳💙💛🤍💚 ViroReact is a library for developers to rapidly build augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences using React Native. 50 4. 4 [](/posts/ultra-engine-0-9-7-released-kygachpkd "Ultra Engine 0.9.7 Released") Article Khronos · 2y Ultra Engine 0.9.7 Released Ultra Engine 0.9.7 introduces a new decals system, particle emitters, and enhanced entity and material properties. It also includes upgraded flowgraphs, over 30 bug fixes, and various improvements to compatibility and functionality. The update aims to enhance performance and visuals for game and simulation development. 40 2 5. 5 [](/posts/bjornbytes-lovr-lua-virtual-reality-framework-g3phrwrz9 "bjornbytes/lovr: Lua Virtual Reality Framework") Article Hacker News · 2y bjornbytes/lovr: Lua Virtual Reality Framework LÖVR is a lightweight, fast, and open-source Lua framework designed for building VR experiences across multiple platforms and devices. It supports various VR headsets and includes features like asset import, spatialized audio, 3D physics, and compute shaders. Simple VR scenes can be created with minimal code, and it runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. 38 3 6. 6 [](/posts/learn-and-build-multiplayer-games-this-summer-with-unity-6-q6pw9ow75 "Learn and Build Multiplayer Games this Summer with Unity 6") Article Unity · 2y Learn and Build Multiplayer Games this Summer with Unity 6 This summer, focus on building multiplayer games with Unity 6\. Take advantage of new learning materials, webinars, and live streams designed to help you utilize Unity's latest multiplayer features. Learn how to implement LiveOps for better player retention and get up to speed with Unity 6 Preview packages like Multiplayer Play Mode and the Multiplayer Services Package. Join community sessions on Twitch and download the new VR Multiplayer Template to create immersive games for Meta Quest and other OpenXR devices. 37 6 7. 7 [](/posts/new-ai-this-is-a-gaming-revolution--pfyf8wnyg "New AI: This Is A Gaming Revolution!") Video Two Minute Papers · 2y New AI: This Is A Gaming Revolution! New advancements in AI are revolutionizing gaming with embodied avatars, enabling players to control characters using their own body movements rather than traditional controllers. This technology anticipates and mimics human motion in real time, even without access to lower body data, and offers a more natural and immersive gaming experience. The techniques also generalize across different body types and include responsive finger movements. A minimum of 3 hours of motion capture data is required to implement these AI-driven gameplay enhancements. 27 3 8. 8 [](/posts/is-apple-cooked--gsugxhyus "Is Apple Cooked?") Video TechLinked · 2y Is Apple Cooked? Meta Connect 2024 revealed several updates including the Quest 3S—a cheaper version of the Quest 3, LLaMA 3.2—a multimodal open-source AI model, and new features for Meta's smart glasses. Additionally, OpenAI's advanced voice mode for ChatGPT is rolling out but excluded from the EU due to regulatory reasons. Microsoft is addressing AI hallucination issues, and MKBHD released a new wallpaper app facing backlash over certain permissions. 22 9. 9 [](/posts/i-didn-t-expect-meta-to-push-react-this-hard--fniboazcg "I didn't expect Meta to push React this hard...") Video Theo - t3․gg · 2y I didn't expect Meta to push React this hard... Meta showcased their extensive use of React and React Native in developing VR and AR technologies, including apps for Meta Quest. This approach allows for high-quality, cross-platform development while maintaining a consistent development experience. React Native's animation capabilities and performance enhancements were highlighted as key benefits. Additionally, the Meta Horizon store and spatial editor for desktop were also showcased, built using React Native and delivering robust performance. 15 1 10. 10 [](/posts/shapelab---a-shockingly-good-sculpting-application-darur5i8w "Shapelab - A Shockingly Good Sculpting Application") Video Gamefromscratch · 2y Shapelab - A Shockingly Good Sculpting Application Shapelab is a surprisingly user-friendly and efficient sculpting application comparable to ZBrush and Blender. It offers both VR and desktop modes, making sculpting straightforward even with just a mouse. The tool can export models in various formats such as OBJ, STL, GLB, and FBX and can generate game-ready textures automatically. Currently available through a Humble Bundle, the software includes a 2024 perpetual license with updates until the end of the year, plus a 50% discount for the 2025 version. 13 11. 11 [](/posts/developer-combines-physical-digital-in-this-breakout-like-game-xqad67rpr "Developer Combines Physical & Digital in This Breakout-Like Game") Article 80 LEVEL · 3y Developer Combines Physical & Digital in This Breakout-Like Game A VR and Unity developer combines physical and digital worlds in a mesmerizing breakout-like game where virtual balls are bounced off a tiny paddle. 11 12. 12 [](/posts/relativty-an-open-source-vr-headset-for-200-vtvgu0sdr "Relativty an Open-source VR headset for $200") Article Hacker News · 2y Relativty an Open-source VR headset for $200 Maxim Perumal and Gabriel Combe developed Relativty, an affordable and open-source VR headset, which can be built at home using a 3D printer and a soldering iron. It supports SteamVR games and is highly customizable. The headset runs on the Relativty Firmware, which is compatible with Arduino Due and other ArduinoCore-supported processors. It features a 2K dual-display at 120FPS, but other displays can be used. The project encourages contributions from developers and hackers, with all resources including the firmware, electronics, and mechanical parts available on Github. 10 13. 13 [](/posts/remember-the-metaverse-nfts-blockchain--oiqecfpfl "Remember the Metaverse?? Nfts?? Blockchain??") Article Game Developers · 2y Remember the Metaverse?? Nfts?? Blockchain?? The post discusses why predicted technological trends like NFT Pokemon games, VR titles, and blockchain data storage didn't take off as expected, attributing it to the hype surrounding these technologies. It draws parallels with past hype about cloud computing and questions the impact of generative AI on job redundancy, ultimately suggesting readers to relax and not get caught up in the hype. 10 2 [See all Virtual Reality archives](/tags/vr/best-of) ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https://daily.dev/#organization","name":"daily.dev","url":"https://daily.dev","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://daily.dev/apple-touch-icon.png","width":180,"height":180},"sameAs":["https://twitter.com/dailydotdev","https://github.com/dailydotdev","https://www.linkedin.com/company/daily-dev-ltd"]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https://daily.dev/#website","url":"https://daily.dev","name":"daily.dev","publisher":{"@id":"https://daily.dev/#organization"},"potentialAction":{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https://daily.dev/search?q={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}}]} {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"CollectionPage","@id":"https://daily.dev/tags/vr/best-of/2024#page","url":"https://daily.dev/tags/vr/best-of/2024","name":"Best Virtual Reality Posts of 2024","description":"The most upvoted Virtual Reality posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community.","isPartOf":{"@type":"WebSite","url":"https://daily.dev"}},{"@type":"ItemList","@id":"https://daily.dev/tags/vr/best-of/2024#items","numberOfItems":13,"itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/google-blocks-is-now-open-source-yw3hvzzhr","name":"Google Blocks is now Open Source"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/zuck-s-brutal-takedown-of-apple-vision-pro-ngdaqmxci","name":"Zuck’s brutal takedown of Apple Vision Pro"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/nativevision-viro-viroreact-the-ar-and-vr-library-for-react-native--0m2qc2nmm","name":"NativeVision/viro: ViroReact: The AR and VR library for React Native 📳💙💛🤍💚"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/ultra-engine-0-9-7-released-kygachpkd","name":"Ultra Engine 0.9.7 Released"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":5,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/bjornbytes-lovr-lua-virtual-reality-framework-g3phrwrz9","name":"bjornbytes/lovr: Lua Virtual Reality Framework"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":6,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/learn-and-build-multiplayer-games-this-summer-with-unity-6-q6pw9ow75","name":"Learn and Build Multiplayer Games this Summer with Unity 6"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":7,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/new-ai-this-is-a-gaming-revolution--pfyf8wnyg","name":"New AI: This Is A Gaming Revolution!"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":8,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/is-apple-cooked--gsugxhyus","name":"Is Apple Cooked?"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":9,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/i-didn-t-expect-meta-to-push-react-this-hard--fniboazcg","name":"I didn't expect Meta to push React this hard..."},{"@type":"ListItem","position":10,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/shapelab---a-shockingly-good-sculpting-application-darur5i8w","name":"Shapelab - A Shockingly Good Sculpting Application"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":11,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/developer-combines-physical-digital-in-this-breakout-like-game-xqad67rpr","name":"Developer Combines Physical & Digital in This Breakout-Like Game"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":12,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/relativty-an-open-source-vr-headset-for-200-vtvgu0sdr","name":"Relativty an Open-source VR headset for $200"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":13,"url":"https://daily.dev/posts/remember-the-metaverse-nfts-blockchain--oiqecfpfl","name":"Remember the Metaverse?? 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