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Owlchemy CEO: VR's Growth Hinges on Meeting Audience Expectations
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Owlchemy CEO: VR's Growth Hinges on Meeting Audience Expectations

According to Owlchemy CEO Andrew Eiche, VR is still an emerging market due to its failure in the 'cafe test,' and layoffs are frequent as companies struggle to align with audience desires.

theindiegames Editorial Team Oct 13, 2026 1 min read Updated Oct 13, 2026

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According to Owlchemy CEO Andrew Eiche, VR is still an emerging market due to its failure in the 'cafe test,' and layoffs are frequent as companies struggle to align with audience desires.

Andrew Eiche of Owlchemy Labs states that virtual reality (VR) remains an underdeveloped market because it has not passed his 'cafe test.' Additionally, he notes that layoffs are increasing within the VR industry as some firms fail to deliver experiences that resonate with audiences.