Latest Episode of Virtual Grip Podcast: Ep.2 - Game Pass Goes VR, Sony Goes Digital, Gamers Toxicity
Paul from Virtual Grip and Dr. Oculus are back for the second episode of the podcast, diving into some of the biggest talking points in gaming right now. The pair discuss Sony’s push towards an increasingly digital future, the ongoing toxicity surrounding female characters and representation in gaming communities, and the latest developments in the VR and gaming space — including the wait for the Steam Frame release announcement and Game Pass making its way onto Meta Horizon +.
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