This isn't a lazy port | ZERO CALIBER 2 Remastered drops soon!
[h3]Hey everyone,[/h3][p][/p][p]Zero Cal 2's release is approaching fast, and some of the most frequent questions we’ve been getting are:
“How different is Zero Caliber 2 on Steam compared to standalone?”[/p][p]and[/p][p]“Why did you add ‘Remastered’ to the title?”[/p][p]and [/p][p]“When is it coming?”[/p][p]
Excellent questions, let’s break it all down.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]“Why did you add ‘Remastered’ to the title?”[/h3][p][/p][p]Zero Caliber 2 on PCVR isn’t just a lazy port with higher res textures and better resolution.
We pushed things as far as we could within the engine’s limits - and then some. We also added brand new features.
A few things that got the PCVR treatment:[/p]
Calling it just “Zero Caliber 2” didn’t feel right - the work that’s gone into this version 100% deserves the Remastered tag.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]"How different is Zero Caliber 2 on Steam compared to standalone?"[/h3][p][/p][p]Why don't you see it for yourself? Check out these side-by-side comparisons (captured in a WiP build) from our creator friends:[/p][p]Mac in VR[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]DriDVR[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][hr][/hr][h3]“When is it coming?”[/h3][p][/p][p]We’re currently running a Closed Beta, and are testing a few bonus features and new weapons we might add for release internally.
We were originally aiming for a September launch, and so far it looks like we’re still on track - keep an eye out for the official release date announcement in the coming weeks![/p][p]I promise it’ll be worth the wait.[/p][p]... AND if you’re into what you’re seeing, a wishlist on Steam goes a long way. ❤️
Let’s keep the VR shooter genre alive, together!![]()
Cheers,
Dan + the XREAL Games team[/p]
“How different is Zero Caliber 2 on Steam compared to standalone?”[/p][p]and[/p][p]“Why did you add ‘Remastered’ to the title?”[/p][p]and [/p][p]“When is it coming?”[/p][p]
Excellent questions, let’s break it all down.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]“Why did you add ‘Remastered’ to the title?”[/h3][p][/p][p]Zero Caliber 2 on PCVR isn’t just a lazy port with higher res textures and better resolution.
We pushed things as far as we could within the engine’s limits - and then some. We also added brand new features.
A few things that got the PCVR treatment:[/p]
- [p]💥 Visual fidelity got a massive upgrade - explosions, muzzle flashes, lighting, shadows, textures, VFX… it all hits much harder now.[/p]
- [p]🪖 Enemy numbers almost doubled, and AI behavior has been drastically improved to actually challenge you - even in Co-op.[/p]
- [p]👨🏻🔬 Physics upgrade - ragdolls are in full swing, enemies react to bullets much more realistically.[/p]
- [p]🚀 Several missions have been completely reworked, and pretty much all missions were touched up to deliver a more cinematic experience than you’ve ever seen in a VR shooter.[/p]
- [p]💅 Player customization - you can customize your character with both brand-new gear and throwbacks from the original Zero Caliber.[/p]
- [p]🔫 Weapon models got a facelift to match the upgraded visuals.[/p]
- [p]⚙️ We focused heavily on QoL and tech stability — aiming for the smoothest, bug-free experience right at launch.[/p]
Calling it just “Zero Caliber 2” didn’t feel right - the work that’s gone into this version 100% deserves the Remastered tag.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]"How different is Zero Caliber 2 on Steam compared to standalone?"[/h3][p][/p][p]Why don't you see it for yourself? Check out these side-by-side comparisons (captured in a WiP build) from our creator friends:[/p][p]Mac in VR[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]DriDVR[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][hr][/hr][h3]“When is it coming?”[/h3][p][/p][p]We’re currently running a Closed Beta, and are testing a few bonus features and new weapons we might add for release internally.
We were originally aiming for a September launch, and so far it looks like we’re still on track - keep an eye out for the official release date announcement in the coming weeks![/p][p]I promise it’ll be worth the wait.[/p][p]... AND if you’re into what you’re seeing, a wishlist on Steam goes a long way. ❤️
Let’s keep the VR shooter genre alive, together!
Dan + the XREAL Games team[/p]