Iñaki Hernandez

Co-founder and Lead Programmer at @vertical_robot

[Virtual Grip Podcast @virtualgrippod]

Sometimes Witchcraft clearly makes it way into game development, and this is the only thing that could possibly explain what Red Matter 2 achieved on every platform. Please don't curse us and just take our Technical Achievement Award.

Congratulations @Vertical_Robot

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

The Meta Quest 3 is here and reviewers are loving Red Matter 2 on the new device! 🎮 Dive into a snippet of the stellar comments from press outlets across the cosmos! 🌌👽 #Quest3 #MetaQuest3

"It felt almost indistinguishable from a PC VR game" - @engadget

"But games like Red Matter 2 and the updated Pistol Whip, which are ready for the resolution bump, generally look fantastic. I’ve never had so much fun just wandering around in VR than I have with the Quest 3." - @verge

"Red Matter 2 is a testament to what developers can do with the more powerful hardware" - @IGN

"Most games I tried didn’t look or run noticeably better on the more powerful headset, with one exception: Red Matter 2. It already looked great on the Quest 2, and with its Quest 3 update it approaches the quality of PC VR games like Half-Life: Alyx." - @Polygon

"When you step into this for the first time in Quest 3 you cannot help but be completely blown away by the fidelity of this game. It really does look like high-end PCVR." - @GAMERTAGVR

"But the real highlight for me is Red Matter 2. It was always a great looking game but now it has higher resolution textures and better lighting with dynamic shadows making it a must play title if you are picking up a Quest 3." - @vr_oasis

"Some developers, such as Red Matter 2 studio Vertical Robot, have already taken advantage of the power boost, rolling out updates that deliver 4K textures, advanced filtering and shadows, and improved resolution. It makes going back to the same game on the Quest 2 feel like downgrading from PS5 to PS3." - @WIRED

"The overall impression is particularly noticeable in elaborate VR games such as Red Matter 2, where the graphics are sometimes pushed to ultra-realism" - @MIXED_en

"Red Matter 2 boosts its graphics even further, looking as good as a PlayStation VR 2 game" - @CNET

"Red Matter 2 is one of the best games you can use to demonstrate the difference between Quest 2 and 3. The first thing I noticed was the massive improvement in texture resolution. The quality feels straight out of a PSVR 2 game and not something running on a mobile chipset." - @androidcentral

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

The much-anticipated FREE update for Red Matter is NOW AVAILABLE on PSVR2! 🎉 Explore new worlds and unravel mysteries like never before in stunning VR! 🌌 Plus, grab the exclusive bundle of both epic games to double the adventure!

🔗https://t.co/dorh4Fxl3m

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Update for Red Matter 2 on Quest is now live! Here is the changelog:

General Updates:
- Achievements: Players can now unlock achievements throughout the game.

Quest 2 Enhancements:
- Dynamic Resolution: Quest 2 now supports dynamic resolution, enhancing visual clarity.

Quest 3 Enhancements:
- Screen Resolution Upgrade: Dynamic resolution now allows for an upper limit of 3322x3519, a significant increase from the previously fixed 1226x1440 on Quest 2.
- 4K Textures: Leveraging Quest 3's enhanced memory, textures have been upgraded to console quality, boasting up to a 16x increase in pixel count.
- Anisotropic Filtering: On-screen textures now benefit from Aniso 8x, enhancing sharpness dramatically.
- Dynamic Shadows: Spotlights now cast dynamic shadows, adding a layer of realism to the scene.
- PCF5x5 Shadow Filtering: Selected surfaces showcase console-quality shadow filtering, producing softer and more lifelike shadows.
- Mesh LOD Improvements: Enhanced graphics reduce LOD popping, ensuring a more cohesive visual experience.
- Frame Rate Adaptability: During combat, Quest 3 will dynamically adjust frame rates from 72 fps to 90 fps.

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

🚀 Red Matter is leveling up for PSVR2! 🎮
Coming October 5th: Not a new title, but a FREE enhancement of the beloved 2018 Red Matter classic.
What's new?
✅ 4K textures
✅ Revamped controls
✅ Foveated Rendering
✅ Smooth 90fps with no reprojection
Experience the enhanced #RedMatter on PSVR2!

https://t.co/vITdm3pe1o

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

🚀 ATTENTION ASTRONAUTS! #RedMatter2 is NOW 33% OFF on the Meta Quest Store, the DEEPEST discount we've ever offered! 🌌 Fasten your space helmets and power up your thrusters for the most epic interstellar journey yet! 🔭👨‍🚀 https://t.co/gmPDpC4nyO
#MetaQuest #VR #MetaQuest2

[PlayStation @PlayStation]

PS VR2 had a great month as Red Matter 2, Beat Saber, and Walkabout Mini Golf made the top 10 in May.

Find out all the titles to make PlayStation Store’s Top Downloads last month: https://t.co/qx3SCaePYo

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Take a look at GamertagVR's early preview of Red Matter 2 on PSVR 2!

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

🚀 Red Matter 2 blasts off on #PSVR2, May 18th! Experience an exhilarating VR adventure with:
✅ 120fps & Foveated Rendering
✅ 4K remastered textures
✅ Enhanced lighting & bloom
✅ Custom controller & immersive haptics

🌟 Wishlist NOW!
https://t.co/c83CmQcrEx

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Award-winning Red Matter 2 is coming to #PSVR2 very soon! We've been busy:
🚀Silky-smooth 120fps, no reprojection!
👁️Foveated Rendering for unparalleled clarity!
🎨4K re-mastered textures: See every detail!
💡Enhanced lighting, shadows & bloom for a striking visual journey!

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Wow! We are absolutely shocked and grateful to receive this award. As an extremely small team, we never thought something like this would be possible. Thank you to the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences for recognizing our hard work and dedication! #DICEAwards

[PICO XR @PICOXR]

Well deserved @Vertical_Robot ❤️

[Devolver Digital @devolverdigital]

The dark, dangerous dioramas of Bleak Sword make their way to Nintendo Switch and PC soon!

+ new chapters and combat moves
+ stunning visual enhancements
+ remixed game and boss rush mode

Play the thrilling new demo now during #SteamNextFest!

[Devolver Digital @devolverdigital]

Bleak Sword news dropping tomorrow - maybe it has something to do with #SteamNextFest or maybe we switch it up on you.

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

We are honored to have Red Matter 2 nominated in two categories at the #DICEAwards! Fingers crossed! #MetaQuest #VR #indiedev #UnrealEngine https://t.co/lb5TkdI7ZU

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

We are very proud to see Red Matter 2 get a nomination at The Game Awards, we have come so far! We are also honored to share a nomination with these incredible games. Go cast your vote now! #TheGameAwards #VR #VirtualReality #MetaQuest2

[The Game Awards @thegameawards]

@Vertical_Robot Congratulations on your Best VR/AR nomination! #TheGameAwards

Vote now at https://t.co/ExP93r9Pcq

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Red Matter 2 is coming to @PICOXR very soon!
Here's a quick breakdown of some of the technical differences between the Quest 2 and Pico 4 versions.
We have been really impressed with what Pico 4 is capable of. We can't wait for you to check out what we have achieved! #VR #PICO4

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Quest Pro is here! We've just released an update for Red Matter 2 that you should NOT miss. We've added local dimming, Eye Tracked Foveated Rendering, and even increased pixel resolution by over 30%!
Quest Pro is a beast! #MetaQuestPro #VR
https://t.co/o4z55IgRew

[Vertical Robot @Vertical_Robot]

Two months after its release, Red Matter 2 has become one of the most critically acclaimed VR games of all time and the best-rated in the last 6 months according to review aggregator @vrgamecritic Thank you all for the support, it has been overwhelming! #VirtualReality