StrikerVR, a company known for its haptic VR peripherals, especially in the realm of out-of-home experiences, has recently announced that they’re opening pre-orders for their new consumer-friendly VR gun, the Mavrik.
This innovative haptic device, which integrates smoothly with the Quest 3 and Quest 3S, is currently available for pre-order at a price tag of $499. StrikerVR plans to ship 1,000 units in time for Christmas, with broader availability expected by March 15, 2025.
Mirroring the features of its Pro counterpart, which is designed for location-based entertainment, the Mavrik offers users a robust experience with its immersive recoil and haptic feedback. It also boasts a picatinny accessory rail and a Quest controller mount, crucial for achieving six degrees of freedom (6DOF) in tracking the haptic blaster.
While it’s considerably more affordable than the $950 Mavrik-Pro, the Mavrik’s success will largely depend on how many games support it, a common challenge for many third-party XR accessories targeting consumers. The setup doesn’t universally support all VR games immediately; developers need to manually integrate compatibility for Quest 3 titles.
Upon launch, the Mavrik will come bundled with three games right away: "Tower Tag," a tactical esports experience from Steinfatt GmbH, "Laser Limbo," a mixed-reality FPS from freeroam.ar, plus an anticipated title yet to be revealed.
StrikerVR is actively working with game developers to expand the Mavrik’s library, with new titles expected to roll out throughout 2025.
Looking to the future, the company has plans to introduce an upgrade allowing integrated tracking through a removable top plate and aims to secure ‘Made for Meta’ certification. This certification aligns their product with other partners, including D-Link’s VR Air Bridge and Zenni’s MR prescription lenses for Meta Quest 3S/2.
The Mavrik’s product listing confirms it will come with the blaster, a left controller mount, a Power Adapter (US/EU/UK), and a USB-C charging cable. However, the details about battery life and the specifics of the haptic engines remain under wraps for now.
