The creative minds at Another Axiom, the studio behind Gorilla Tag, have some exciting news for fans of Orion Drift. They’ve just rolled out the first major update since the game’s early access debut last month. This update adds a brand new mini-game to the space station’s ever-growing roster, called ‘Capture the Beacon’ (CTB).
CTB takes inspiration from classic games like capture the flag. The objective is simple yet thrilling: teams compete to transport a beacon, which resembles a rod, back to their base. The twist here, however, is that Orion Drift doesn’t impose any caps on player numbers or set strict time limits. This means players can dive into the action whenever they please, making it an ever-evolving playground of competition.
There’s a lot more coming with this update, though the specifics remain under wraps. The studio has been tight-lipped about the additional features or changes, but all will be revealed when the update drops tomorrow at 10 AM PT. Mark your calendars and set your alarms.
Orion Drift first landed on the Quest in late February, launching as a free early access title. It borrows heavily from Gorilla Tag’s unique movement mechanics, propelling players through the space station as they power themselves by swinging their arms—very reminiscent of an astronaut’s movement in zero gravity.
Before CTB joined the lineup, Orion Drift already boasted several activities for players to enjoy. The highlight is ‘Drift Ball,’ a game that some might see as the heir to the defunct Echo VR. It’s like handball but with a bit more float and finesse.
Across the space station, you’ll find a variety of mini-games. Fancy some Gorilla Tag-style parkour? Want to sharpen your Drift Ball skills? There are practice arenas for that. If you prefer a relaxed pace, there are golf and basketball mini-games. Plus, lounges where you can spectate live matches across the different arenas.
Currently, the game can host up to 75 players per server, but Another Axiom hopes to increase that figure to 200 in the future. Expanding the array of mini-games appears to be a significant step toward that goal, although it’s still early days for Orion Drift.
While the game shares a similar vibe to Gorilla Tag, offering engaging social gaming experiences that players can dip into spontaneously, it hasn’t quite reached the same viral status yet. The game’s free entry point has attracted around 3,300 user reviews so far. Despite this, it hasn’t cracked the top 50 best-selling Quest games yet, a list currently topped by Animal Company, Yeeps, and Gorilla Tag.
With this promising update and more yet to come, it’s an exciting time for fans of Orion Drift, and who knows—maybe it’s about to soar to new heights.
