Beat Saber Unveils Massive Spring 2027 Update with Hand-Tracking and Unarmed Mode
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Beat Saber's upcoming Spring 2027 update introduces hand-tracking, a new unarmed punching mode called Flux, a refreshed campaign, and a brand-new progression system for cosmetic unlocks.
Beat Games is preparing the biggest update in the history of Beat Saber, bringing native hand-tracking and a brand-new game mode called Flux to the legendary VR rhythm title. Set to launch in Spring 2027, the update introduces bare-handed mechanics where players use Flux Powers and fist-squeezing Jolt energy to punch and slice through targets. While designed to showcase advanced hand-tracking, Flux will also be fully playable with standard controllers and ships with 35 tracks spanning licensed favorites and original compositions from in-house creators Jaroslav Beck and Zakka G.
Beyond the unarmed action, the update modernizes the core experience with a refreshed campaign featuring checkpoints, new missions, and a light narrative structure. Players can also look forward to a brand-new progression system that unlocks cosmetic rewards for sabers, notes, and bombs, giving dedicated community members fresh ways to show off their skills.
As reported by Rock Paper Shotgun, the timing of this feature-packed drop aligns with growing interest in Valve hardware like the Steam Frame, though Beat Saber hardly needs the hype. Even years after its initial release, the title remains a pillar of the VR ecosystem thanks to consistent updates, a thriving modding scene, and an active player base that continues to treat the game as a premier virtual hangout and fitness staple.
Tags: VR, Beat Saber, Rhythm Games, Steam Frame, Hand Tracking
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun