Roboquest VR news & patch notes

The scrapyard is about to get a lot louder. Multiplayer VR is coming to Roboquest VR in July, bringing 2-player co-op to Roboquest. Whether you are teaming up with a friend or linking up with another Guardian through Quickplay matchmaking, the fight is about to get a whole lot better with backup.

Team Up Your Way

Getting into a game is simple. You'll be able to:

• Match with another player using Quickplay

• Join a friend using a Room Code

• Invite friends directly to your game

• Talk directly in game with newly added Voice Chat

Built for Co-op

Roboquest VR multiplayer is built for 2-player online co-op, with a few rules in place to keep every run fair, smooth, and synchronized:

• Runs must begin together. (Players can't join or rejoin a run already in progress).

• Both players will need to open doors and confirm when skipping cinematics.

• The game won't pause while either player is selecting perks, so choose wisely!

Shared Adventure, Individual Progress

You are fighting side by side, but each player keeps their own progression during a run.

• Chests, healing, and item rewards are generated separately for each player.

• Purple room reward chests require both players to reach the reward area before they can be claimed.

• Found an amazing weapon that fits your teammate better? You can share weapons with each other throughout the run.

Don't Leave a Guardian Behind

Getting knocked down doesn't mean the run is over.

• Self-revive after a cooldown.

• Revive your teammate immediately and bring both players back with health split evenly between you.

Basecamp Progress

Joining a friend's game is easy. Players can access any runs the host has already unlocked, making it simple to squad up without everyone needing the exact same progression.

Stay tuned. We will have even more multiplayer updates to share, including co-op gameplay and matchmaking closer to launch.

Greetings, Guardians!

A new SteamVR update for Roboquest VR is live now, bringing new weapons, a new playable character, and a batch of fixes and improvements across the run.

Patch 4 Notes

New weapons:

• Dual Boomsticks

• Ionic Palms

• Junk Arquebus

• Power Fists

Features:

• New playable character: Superbot

• Adjustments to the Basecamp area to help new players find their way around and start a run more easily

Weapon adjustments:

• Improved Captain McSlice’s holding pose

• Improved Captain McSlice’s secondary fire

Bugs:

• Fixed the reload prompt appearing for weapons that do not need it

• Fixed the Gorilla Bolter scope

• Fixed an issue where you could accidentally grab your weapon with your off-hand while trying to activate your class ability

• Fixed achievement issues so all achievements should now unlock properly

• Pausing while stunned no longer removes the stun effect

• Switching world scale in the main menu should no longer cause twitching

Hello Guardians!

Patch 3 is available for you to download now! This patch focuses on fixes, but if you're waiting on news for some of our upcoming features (like Superbot), you won't have to wait long! We'll be sharing details on our next big update soon. In the meantime...

Patch 3 Notes

Performance improvements:

• Reorganized and consolidated materials and shaders to reduce the overall pixel cost and texture memory consumption

Features:

• New Reload prompt appears when your magazine is empty

• Charged scope has a visual indicator for the charge while scoping a weapon

• Throwing weapons' aim is improved, with better accuracy assistance

Bugs:

• Fixed a timing issue in Unreal Engine's OpenXR plugin that could lead to frame stuttering or jittering hand movements

• Bouncepad orientation setting is now properly saved

• Stun controllers now show the correct controller visual

• Ninja reload ability fixed

• Sheriff's Carbine scope view fixed

• Potential fix for some achievements not properly updating/unlocking (please let us know if you still have issues)

• Weapon scopes should now work properly in dark levels

• Fixed a stereo rendering artefact with crystal shards on the moon

We rebuilt Roboquest for VR because we believed it belonged in VR.

Seeing Upload VR name Roboquest VR their PC VR Game of the Year 2025 is genuinely surreal!

Thank you to everyone who’s supported the game, shared feedback, and helped shape this release. We’re just getting started.

Read all about it here: https://www.uploadvr.com/best-quest-pcvr-psvr2-apple-vision-pro-games-2025/

Hello Guardians!

Two weeks after launch and it's time for Patch 2! Thank you all for your help in reporting bugs, giving us feedback, and enjoying the game.

Patch Notes:

• Fixed an issue where certain doors might close too early, preventing players from progressing

• Fixed an issue where players might not spawn in the right position or orientation in the title menu

• Fixed jump pads not propelling players in the right direction if snap turn is used

• Fixed the flashlight not following vertical head movement

• Fixed the flashlight not working in left-handed mode

• Fixed an issue where the player camera would start spinning and flying upwards uncontrollably if the player dies and is resurrected by the "Spare Head" artifact

• Stopped haptics from triggering during loading screens

• Fixed an issue where the off hand ammo counter for dual wield weapons would still be visible in menus

• Ensure damage numbers over enemies always face the player

• Block loading of the OpenXR Toolkit layer by default as it instantly crashes the game on start

  • For players who still want to try their luck, a command line switch -openxrtoolkit can be added to the launch options to reenable the toolkit, but we cannot help or support you if you do this

• Fixed an issue where a black square would be stuck to your head. (This primarily affected Pimax users and players who installed mbucchia's quad view XR layer)

We're continuing to work on fixes and improvements, as well as working hard on finishing up multiplayer! If you run into any problems, reach out in our Discord or on Feedbear.

Hello Guardians!

Our first patch for Roboquest VR is now LIVE. We're happy to finally have a solid fix for the black screen at launch, as well as many of the other major issues you've reported.

Thank you for all the feedback! We're working tirelessly to ensure Roboquest VR is in its best state, and your comments help us greatly.

Major:

• Fixed multiple issues leading to loss of interaction, making player unable to open doors. This was especially noticeable on Commando and Elementalist classes. We're keeping an eye out for more instances of this - your reports help!

• Fixed an issue where certain open xr runtimes and headset combinations lead to a black screen when launching the game

• Fixed an issue where certain open xr runtimes and headset combinations lead to intense juddering and very low fps despite good performance - we still recommend Quest headsets connect directly with Meta Link Openxr Runtime for the best experience!

• Fixed multiple issues where loading and cinematics had a black screen, loading screens juddering, sometimes getting the player stuck on loading

Bugfixes:

• Fixed some of the minor rendering issues with Z fighting

• Snap turn no longer stops momentum

• Fixed an issue where the 25 wrenches were not assigned after giving a review

• Improved performance for water areas (hello Oasis!)

• Scope is setup correctly on Gorilla Bolter and the Vulture Rifle

• Empty clip onomatopoeia no longer shows when disabled

• Empty clip sound is now tied to volume control

• The Collector's screen should no longer appear on the player HUD

• The pixel density (screen resolution) for all non-quest headsets now applies correctly. This will give you the ability to either boost the rendering quality or boost performance depending on your setup.

Quality of life:

• Add gun horizontal angle setting + related localization

• Improved the comic book outline effect when MSAA is on

• Improvements to weapon swap

Of course, that's not every little thing. We're still working on the things listed below, and if you encounter anything else, please let us know in Discord or on Feedbear: https://roboquest-vr.feedbear.com/boards/bug-reports

Known Issues:

• Throwing weapons not behaving as expected (Javelin included)

• Energy Center boss door closing on players before they enter

• Inconsistent localization quality (désolé)

• Colorblind filters do not apply to all materials

• Performance issues, more aliasing in the basecamp

• Snap turn, or sometimes smooth turn, sometimes drives you off the path of the jump pads

EDIT:

Good news, Guardians!

This known issue has been FIXED with Patch 1! Everyone should be able to launch the game without issue.

You can view all the fixes from Patch 1 in the patch notes here.

There may still be a few edge case issues - if you encounter those, please reach out via Discord or in the comments of this post.

ORIGINAL:

Hey Guardians,

We know some of you are experiencing a black screen when launching the game. We're working on a permanent fix for it right now, but in the meantime, we have some potential temporary fixes that might work for you! Changing your default VR runtime typically fixes this - instructions below!

These guidelines are headset-specific, so find your headset and follow the instructions for each:

• For Meta Quest using Link - Make sure Meta Quest Link is set as the default OpenXR runtime in the Meta Quest Link app. (Settings > General > Open XR Runtime)

• For Valve Index, set SteamVR as your active OpenXR runtime. (Steam VR > Settings > Open XR)

• For 3rd party apps like Virtual Desktop or Steam Link, use those runtimes as default.

Overall, just make sure that you're using the best runtime for your headset!

We'll update with a permanent fix soon, but we know those robots aren't going to explode themselves.

Guardians, today’s the day: Roboquest VR is officially LIVE! Strap in, power up, and get ready to blast your way through waves of badbots with full-motion, dual-wielding, reload-snapping, jump-dashing chaos. We’ve spent years rebuilding Roboquest from the ground up for VR, and now it’s finally in your hands. Go wild. Go fast. Go smash some robots.

🔥 Jump In, The Action’s Hot

Everything you love about Roboquest is now wrapped in glorious, heart-pounding VR. Dodge. Slide. Lean. Reload. Repeat. Whether you’re experimenting with crazy weapon combos, perfecting your movement flow, or discovering just how spicy a close-range crit can be when you’re physically leaning into it.

So what are you waiting for? Start your run. The robots aren’t going to explode themselves.

📅 What’s Next?

We’re launching hot, and we’re not stopping here. Here’s what’s coming up:

Short Term:

• Localization - More languages so more Guardians can join the fun.

• Bug Fixes & Polishing - VR is a wild frontier. We’re hunting down rough edges fast.

• Roboptimized - We're getting you some more of that sweet sweet framerate sometime real soon.

Mid-Term:

• Multiplayer - Co-op is coming to Roboquest VR. Get ready to smash robots with your brobots.

• Superbot Class - A new class joins the roster. More builds. More firepower.

We’ll be sharing updates as we push each milestone live, so keep an eye on our Steam community hub and socials.

If you notice any issues while playing, please report them in this Feedbear! We’ll be smashing bugs as fast as we can.

🚀 Thanks for Joining the Fight

Your feedback, excitement, and absolutely unhinged weapon loadouts have kept us going. We can’t wait to see your builds and your speedruns!

We finally have our target locked. The fast-paced roguelite shooter arrives on Steam (and Playstation VR2) on November 20! You'll step into the role of a Guardian and blast through swarms of mechanical enemies across a scorched future world built for speed, agility, and experimentation.

With more than seventy weapons to discover, every run is a chance to test new combinations and playstyles. Dual-wield pistols for slick takedowns, charge up rocket blasts, or dive into melee for up-close chaos. Each level is procedurally generated, keeping the combat fresh and unpredictable.

Completely rebuilt for virtual reality, Roboquest VR features manual reloading, full weapon interaction, and support for future multiplayer co-op. This game is precision-tuned, physical, and built to be played again and again.

Hey Guardians,

The wait’s almost over. We’re teaming up with Without Parole for a special PSVR2 Day livestream on Tuesday, November 4th at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET / 7:30pm GMT! That’s when we’ll reveal the Roboquest VR launch date. 👀 More details soon. Make sure you’re subscribed to Without Parole on YouTube and following our socials so you don’t miss it!

In the meantime…are you ready to get your hands dirty? The Roboquest arsenal is coming to VR: 70+ weapons rebuilt from the ground up to make every reload, recoil, and trigger pull feel alive.

Weapons fall into five families: Assault, Precision, Technology, Demolition, and Close Combat. Each family brings its own flavor of fire, and in VR they demand more from your reflexes. 

Some of our favorites:

Built for VR

Every weapon is tuned for presence and feel with two-handed handling, tactile reloads, and real recoil. You’ll feel it when the barrel bucks and your hands fight to keep control.

Whether you’re spraying, sniping, or setting the world on fire, the arsenal in Roboquest VR is all about power, precision, and physicality.

So, Guardian, what will be your weapon of choice?

– The Roboquest VR Team

We’ve been heads down building Roboquest VR, and now we need you to put it through its paces. Think of this as a heroic quest where the final boss is… bugs. (You’re allowed to cheese the fight. Please do, actually.)

What’s happening

Flat2VR Studios is running a closed playtest for Roboquest VR this October. If you’ve got a Steam VR compatible headset, you can apply. The playtest will be hosted through Impact Labs.

Why join?

• Be first in: Play Roboquest VR before the rest of the galaxy.

• Speak straight to the devs: Your feedback goes right into our upgrade queue.

• Launch perk: Get full Roboquest VR access at launch as a thank you for testing.

• Earn all the usual Impact Labs tester rewards

What to expect

This is a work‑in‑progress build: fast, frantic, and already a blast to play, but not fully polished. You’ll have fun, we’ll get bug reports, and together we’ll make something awesome. That’s the deal. 💥

How to apply

Join the Impact Labs Discord to sign up:

https://discord.gg/9a7b3N4Zpk

Don’t hesitate. Spots are limited, and we’ll announce the official playtest date soon.

We hope to see you in the scrapyard, Guardians.

—Flat2VR Studios

P.S. Please only smash robots. The furniture is innocent.

Hello Guardians!

We’ve been hard at work developing Roboquest VR, but we figured you might want to hear some updates.

So here it is: our first of many weekly dev blogs! Roboquest VR is coming to you this year, and in the meantime, we’ll be giving you all the updates you’ve been asking for. You can also join our Discord or follow us on socials for more news and sneak peeks!

You might’ve noticed - or you will now that we’ve said it - that the store page doesn’t show multiplayer support anymore. Don’t fear! Multiplayer is still coming to Roboquest VR! We had to make a brief store change for QA purposes. We’ll have more news on multiplayer in the future, but we wanted to reassure any of you eagle-eyed guardians that it’s still on its way.

Thanks for all your support and many, many messages asking about Roboquest VR. We are SO excited to share it with you!

See you soon,

Flat2VR Studios

PS - Drop in the discussion or Discord what topics you want to see updates on next…weapons? VR specialties? Something else?