ZIX Brings Reality-Bending Action to VR
Hidden IO has officially announced that their highly anticipated virtual reality action roguelike, ZIX, will be released in Fall 2025 for Meta Quest 3/3S and Steam VR platforms. The game promises a top-notch blend of hectic gameplay and innovative combat mechanics, thus offering players a truly immersive experience.
In the game ZIX, players take on the role of an Acolyte, with their goal being to spread chaos across the universe. This task involves invading corrupted realms, dismantling order, and harvesting raw instability to feed the enigmatic being known as Zix. The core gameplay mechanics are designed to keep players invested, prioritizing creative combat and systematic exploration.
Features
- Gesture-Based Combat: FIRST INSTINCT is a revolutionary system that eliminates clunky menus and controls and lets players quickly dash, dodge, and fire projectiles. This intuitive design contributes to a fluid and responsive combat system that enables players to react quickly to the game's speedy challenges.
- Procedural World Generation: Each playthrough offers a unique experience with unpredictable environments and circumstances. Players can collect and blend elements from disparate worlds, creating strange landscapes that defy logic.
- Co-op Support: ZIX also has solo and co-op support with two friends, so the dynamic action accommodates the number of players. Every run is a fresh experiment in chaos and destruction, whether alone or with friends.
As the release date approaches, ZIX is generating excitement among VR enthusiasts. The game is available for wishlisting on the Meta Quest Store and Steam, with opportunities for early access through alpha play-tests on Hidden IO's Discord. By joining their community, players can stay updated on the latest developments and get a chance to experience ZIX before its official launch.
