Valve has released patch notes for their Steamworks SDK, which includes improvements to networking functionality, VR support, and overall performance optimization. One notable change is the enhanced matchmaking capabilities, aiming to streamline the gaming experience. Additionally, there are optimizations for VR support, such as for Walkabout Mini Golf VR on Steam, to provide a more immersive experience for players.
Valve's new VR headset, Steam Frame, can play games in various ways, including streaming PC VR games, emulating PC VR games on its own Arm-chip, or playing native Arm games in the form of .apk files. There is a possibility that if you purchase a game for your gaming PC, you may also be offered the .apk version for free to use on the Steam Frame. The addition of OpenXR support may make it easier to get virtual reality games working on different devices.
Valve has released a new Steamworks SDK for Steam Frame, including libraries for linuxarm64 and android. The update is aimed at attracting developers from other VR platforms to create games for the Steam Frame, which uses an ARM64 processor and can run Android APKs.
Worms, originally launched on the Amiga, has been a staple in multiplayer gaming for nearly three decades, with Team17 celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025 through a Steam sale featuring many titles at low prices. Worms WMD is available for .49, while Worms Armageddon and Worms Reloaded are also offered at discounted prices. Team17 has expanded its portfolio with various spin-offs, and the total value of the sale is nearly 0 for around . Development on new projects has faced challenges, including personal setbacks for developer Davidson, who noted difficulties in working with older code but is making progress.
The Redsec map requires a strategic approach to ground loot for player survival, with optimal drop zones identified around Fort Lyndon. Key areas for high-quality weaponry include densely built-up locations, but these attract many players, increasing competition. Recommended landing spots on the outskirts are military zones such as Combat Training, Evac Bravo, and Radar Site. The complete list of points of interest (POIs) on the Redsec map includes:
- Marina
- Evac Alpha
- Ocean Park
- Lighthouse
- Downtown
- Boutique District
- Vista Hills
- Crash Site
- Golf Course
- Defense Nexus
- Evac Bravo
- Ground Zero
- Lyndon Oilworks
- Security Gate
- Area 22B
- Chemical Storage
- Redline Storage
- Combat Training
- The Seal
- Radar Site
- Treatment Plant
Gemini is the key feature of the Galaxy XR experience, allowing for a variety of functions such as opening apps, generating videos, providing gaming tips, and creating personalized responses for NPCs in games. The Galaxy XR headset also supports independently tracked controllers for gaming and multitasking capabilities, with the ability to run multiple apps simultaneously. The headset is compatible with all apps built on the Android platform, providing a seamless experience for users. The main question remains whether users can afford to purchase the headset in addition to a laptop, considering the potential benefits it offers.
The fact described in the text is that the Samsung Galaxy XR headset will come with a 'Explorer Pack' from Google for those who purchase it by the end of 2025. The pack includes various items such as NFL Pro Era, Asteroid, 12 months of Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, Google Play Pass, NBA League Pass, 3 months of YouTube TV, Project Pulsar from Adobe, and Calm.
The Samsung Galaxy XR headset, also known as Project Moohan, is set to be revealed on October 21. A selection of Android apps for the device has started appearing on the Google Play Store, including a virtual reality crazy golf experience, a space shooter game, and an app for projecting a virtual television screen. The estimated starting price for the Galaxy XR is around ,760 / £1,315 / AU,715. The headset will feature advanced software capabilities, including Gemini and AI technologies for live translation and quick user responses.
Humble Bundle has launched the "Phunky Physics" bundle, which includes nine games for a modest price. Notable titles in the bundle are:
- Hardspace: Shipbreaker, praised for its gameplay and awarded 91%.
- Instruments of Destruction, a vehicle action game.
- Goat Simulator 3, known for its humor and whimsical gameplay.
- What the Golf?, a puzzle game with unexpected twists.
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, featuring quirky character battles.
- Human Fall Flat, a physics-based puzzle game with over 55 million copies sold.
- Poly Bridge 2, a bridge-building simulator with an "overwhelmingly positive" Steam rating.
- Besiege, a game focused on constructing medieval siege weapons.
- Stick Fight: The Game, a multiplayer brawler with user-generated levels.
The bundle is available until October 1, with proceeds supporting Cool Effect, a nonprofit combating carbon pollution. There are options for lower tiers, but they exclude some standout titles.
