John Carmack Goes Full VR Warrior: A New Chapter for Gaming and AGI
By Tuin
Aug 17, 2025
John Carmack, legendary programmer and cofounder of id Software known for classics like Doom and Quake, has announced a bold new focus: going “full VR warrior.” This marks a major step in his ongoing quest to shape the future of immersive technology and artificial intelligence.
From Gaming Pioneer to VR Visionary
Carmack has long been a driving force in pushing technical boundaries. After revolutionizing 3D gaming in the 1990s, he became Oculus’ CTO and helped lay the foundation for the current VR ecosystem. His departure from Meta in 2022 signaled a shift toward independent research, and now his latest announcement shows he is fully committed to virtual reality once again.
AGI and the Future of Immersion
In his recent updates, Carmack has emphasized that his efforts are not only about VR hardware but also about advancing artificial general intelligence (AGI). His startup, Keen Technologies, is focused on AGI development with the goal of building systems that think, learn, and reason as flexibly as humans.
Why This Matters
VR adoption has been steady but slower than many hoped. Having a figure like Carmack, known for relentless optimization and visionary thinking, back in the VR spotlight could accelerate innovation. Expect breakthroughs not just in performance and usability but in how AI and VR interact to create richer, more personalized experiences.
What’s Next
While Carmack has not revealed specific projects, his commitment suggests major experiments are on the horizon. VR enthusiasts, developers, and AI researchers alike should keep an eye on his announcements in the coming months.
Follow Carmack’s updates directly on X (Twitter)
to stay informed. https://x.com/id_aa_carmack
From Gaming Pioneer to VR Visionary
Carmack has long been a driving force in pushing technical boundaries. After revolutionizing 3D gaming in the 1990s, he became Oculus’ CTO and helped lay the foundation for the current VR ecosystem. His departure from Meta in 2022 signaled a shift toward independent research, and now his latest announcement shows he is fully committed to virtual reality once again.
AGI and the Future of Immersion
In his recent updates, Carmack has emphasized that his efforts are not only about VR hardware but also about advancing artificial general intelligence (AGI). His startup, Keen Technologies, is focused on AGI development with the goal of building systems that think, learn, and reason as flexibly as humans.
Why This Matters
VR adoption has been steady but slower than many hoped. Having a figure like Carmack, known for relentless optimization and visionary thinking, back in the VR spotlight could accelerate innovation. Expect breakthroughs not just in performance and usability but in how AI and VR interact to create richer, more personalized experiences.
What’s Next
While Carmack has not revealed specific projects, his commitment suggests major experiments are on the horizon. VR enthusiasts, developers, and AI researchers alike should keep an eye on his announcements in the coming months.
Follow Carmack’s updates directly on X (Twitter)
to stay informed. https://x.com/id_aa_carmack