Toy Box Update Expands VR Hero Shooter 'X8' with Innovative Toy-Based Mechanics and Enhanced Competition

Thirdverse, Inc., a leading VR development studio and publisher, launched the release of the sixth major update, the Toy Box Update, for its popular 5v5 VR multiplayer hero shooter, X8. Building on the success of previous updates, this latest release introduces groundbreaking features and improvements that continue to elevate X8's status as a premier VR hero shooter.

New Features in the Latest Major Update:

  • Toy Box: Introducing a variety of playful yet strategic toys that enhance interaction and gameplay in VR. The Toy Box includes:

    • Mimic Box: Allows players to grab and respawn various items.

    • Slap Stick: Foam Hand on a stick for unique melee interactions.

    • Bonk Hammer: Squeaky Hammer for a fun, yet effective combat tool.

    • Weapon Skin: Squirt Gun, adding a whimsical touch to battles.

    • Activation Toy: Chibi Characters, activated by a shake button, adding a delightful twist to gameplay.

    • Affix: Slow Fall Wings, activated from the shoulder pocket for gliding.

    • Affix: Vaulters, activated from the wrist pocket for performing incredible jumps.

  • New Competitive and Other Additional Updates include:

    • Match Forfeit Voting: New system allowing teams to vote on match forfeiture.

    • Weapon Tuning / Recoil Patterns: Refined weapon mechanics for a more balanced gameplay experience.

    • Weapons Input Buffering: Improved input responsiveness for smoother weapon handling.

    • Threat / Rank Adjustments (Season 2): Introduction of Season 2 with new split-splat threat and rank adjustments.

    • Rank Leaderboard: New leaderboard to showcase top-ranked players.

    • Freeplay Park Updates: Enhanced performance and smoother experience in the social hub.

    • Character Ragdoll Physics: Enhanced physics for more realistic character movements.

1. August 2024, von Thore Varga