Playable Demo Now Live for Meta Quest and Steam VR
Indie studio Lofty Sky Entertainment is bringing something different to the show floor at PAX East this year: peace. The award-winning creators behind Shuyan Saga and Eternal Spring have unveiled the first playable demo of their upcoming title Verse VR, now available to wishlist on both Meta Quest and Steam VR.
Located at Booth #16105, Lofty Sky invites attendees to explore a poetic, interactive VR experience that blends spoken word, cultural artistry, and immersive world design. Developed in collaboration with Interactive Ontario and multiple cultural organizations, Verse VR transports players through eight stylized environments inspired by global traditions—each paired with original poetry, music, and visuals.
Whether you’re wandering a lush West African village, reflecting in a tranquil Chinese garden, or absorbing the ethereal prose of The Prophet by Khalil Gibran, Verse VR offers a serene counterpoint to traditional VR fare. Each world in the game is built as a personal, meditative experience.
A Global Cast of Artists Brings Verse VR to Life
Featuring over two dozen spoken word performances and classical music from global artists, Verse VR delivers an emotional and cultural tapestry unlike any other VR experience. Among the notable contributors are griots Sadio Sissokho and Aïcha Sylla, dizi master Lipeng Wu, and erhu virtuoso Amely Zhou. The Deluxe Edition of the game features 39 unique performances, enhanced with 17 musical tracks and original line-drawn animations.
“We wanted to create a space in VR that feels like an emotional retreat—somewhere you can slow down, connect with poetry, and appreciate the beauty of different cultures,” said Judith Cheung, Creative Director at Lofty Sky.
Beyond Verse VR: New Projects from Lofty Sky
In addition to Verse VR, Lofty Sky is showcasing a new demo of its sci-fi “anti-RPG” Sky of Tides, alongside a new trailer for the companion animated series Sky of Tides: ATLA. Attendees can also sign up for early access to a currently unannounced mystery project.
As covered by Gamelevate, Verse VR is part of a growing wave of experiential games redefining the boundaries of virtual storytelling and cultural expression.
Verse VR is scheduled to launch this summer. Visitors can experience the game firsthand at PAX East Booth #16105, and wishlist it now on Meta Quest and Steam VR.
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