Game-Changing Sports Streaming App Xtadium Debuts in the UK on Meta Quest 

Xtadium expands beyond the US for the first time — and it’s just getting started  London, [08/08/2025] — Xtadium, the next-generation sports streaming app built for virtual reality, is officially launching in the United Kingdom today. Starting now, British sports fans can dive into their favourite sports like never before, experiencing on-demand events in immersive 180º and 360º video, with multi-angle viewing, real-time stats, and social Watch Parties to feel the thrill alongside friends.   Developed by immersive tech pioneers Yerba Buena VR (YBVR), Xtadium is redefining how fans engage with sports. Whether courtside at Wimbledon, ringside for a championship fight, or behind the scenes with football legends, Xtadium transforms watching into experiencing.  “Xtadium isn’t just about watching sports, it’s about bringing fans into the heart of the action,” says Valeria Gómez, Executive Producer at YBVR. “We’re excited to bring this next-level experience to UK fans, combining innovation with the passion for sport.”   Key features from Xtadium include:  Xtadium’s UK debut comes with a powerhouse lineup of immersive sports content. Fans can explore:  Xtadium’s launch in the UK marks its first international expansion since debuting in 2022, and it’s a key step in the app’s mission to make world-class immersive sports experiences accessible to fans worldwide. With new local partnerships on the horizon, British users can look forward to even more homegrown content coming soon. Step inside the game like never before.   Download Xtadium on the Meta Quest Store now.  Follow @XtadiumVR on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter/X  More info: https://xtadiumvr.com ABOUT XTADIUM Xtadium brings the future of sports straight to your Meta Quest headset. Whether you want to sit courtside at an NBA game, dive into the heart of a UFC match, or catch exclusive content from PSG, Xtadium delivers sports like you’ve never seen before, in fully immersive Virtual and Mixed Reality. Powered by YBVR and featured as a top Mixed Reality app by Meta, Xtadium gives fans a front-row experience from the comfort of home, with 180º and 360º views, multi-camera angles, real-time stats, and watch parties with friends. ABOUT YBVR YBVR (Yerba Buena VR) is a global leader in immersive streaming technology, delivering premium sports and entertainment experiences in Virtual Reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR).Founded in Silicon Valley and with teams across the USA, Spain, and Asia-Pacific, YBVR partners with major leagues, broadcasters, and rights holders, including the NBA, UFC, EuroLeague, and DAZN,  to bring fans closer to the action than ever before. With proprietary streaming technology that enables ultra-low latency, multi-camera switching, and up to 8K 360º video, YBVR is redefining how live events are produced and experienced. Its platform powers Xtadium, the immersive sports app for Meta Quest, recognised by Meta as a top Mixed Reality use case. YBVR’s mission is simple: turn every screen into the best seat in the house and make next-generation fan experiences accessible worldwide.

🏒 NHL Stanley Cup Final to Be Broadcast in Virtual Reality for the First Time Ever – Exclusively on Xtadium, Presented by TNT Sports

 Xtadium, the leading platform for immersive sports experiences, is proud to announce a groundbreaking moment in sports broadcasting: the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Final will be available live in virtual reality for the first time in league history, exclusively on Xtadium and presented by TNT Sports.

A glimpse of the future of live sports!

Madrid, 16 March 2025 – YBVR° a leader in immersive streaming technology, showcased the future of sports entertainment at Movistar Arena by deploying cutting-edge 180° and 360° video technology powered by 5G Standalone (SA) on millimeter waves by Ericsson España. As part of the European Union´s SNS-JU TrialsNet project, YBVR delivered an unparalleled fan experience, demonstrating how Virtual Reality (VR) and immersive video can transform live sporting events in collaboration with Telefonica, Ericsson España, and Universidad Carlos III Madrid.   The trial ran during a high-stakes basketball faceoff between Movistar Estudiantes and Súper Agropal Palencia, giving fans an unforgettable viewing experience. With Telefónica providing robust 5G connectivity and Ericsson delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure, YBVR’s technology allowed audiences to watch the game from multiple perspectives—either from the comfort of home or directly within the stadium.  Two Ways to Experience the Action  YBVR’s “Immersive Fan Engagement” use case showcased two unique applications:   Both applications leveraged the high-speed, low-latency capabilities of 5G SA millimeter wave technology, ensuring seamless, real-time transmission of ultra-high-definition immersive content.   Pioneering the Future of Live Entertainment  This milestone at Movistar Arena is more than a technological win—it’s a glimpse into the future of live sports. By bringing immersive, interactive viewing to the forefront, YBVR opens up new opportunities for sports leagues, broadcasters, and event organizers to engage fans and unlock new revenue streams.  As part of the broader TrialsNet initiative, this successful showcase highlights how 5G and immersive media can work hand-in-hand to revolutionize entertainment as we know it  #5G #VR #SportsInnovation #TrialsNet #B5G #YBVR

FOX Sports Brings Copa America Live to Xtadium

[CAMPBELL, CA. 7/12/2024] – FOX Sports and YBVR today announce an immersive VR experience for the Copa América Final on Meta Quest, revolutionizing how fans engage with sports broadcasting. FOX Sports will bring the Copa América Final to virtual reality (VR) on YBVR’s Xtadium platform. Produced in immersive 180-degree format, it will enable fans to experience the excitement and intensity of the match from multiple perspectives within the stadium.

YBVR AWARDED COMPETITIVE GRANT FROM THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

San Jose, California, June 5th, 2024 – YBVR has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant for $998,251 to conduct research and development (R&D) work on revolutionizing the level of the VR training courses for remote students.

ESPN Edge Brings an Immersive VR Sports Experience to Xtadium for Meta Quest

ESPN today announced Meta as the fourth member of the ESPN Edge Innovation Center. The collaboration is focused on bringing an ESPN-branded virtual reality (VR) sports experience to Meta Quest. Immersive VR sports highlights will be available in the free Xtadium app on Meta Quest, and coming later this summer, ESPN will launch an immersive, ESPN-branded experience in Meta Horizon Worlds.

TRIALSNET OPEN CALL

YBVR extends TrialsNet invitation to European third parties such as verticals, companies (including SMEs), research centers or any other relevant entity, as well as facilities and infrastructure owners, to participate in its large-scale trials activities through the implementation of additional, diversified, and heterogeneous vertical use cases. The proposed use cases and trials should address one of the main areas identified by the project:

Xtadium was presented as a top MR use case for the new Meta Quest 3 headset

Xtadium has received recognition at Meta Connect 2023, where prominent figures in the technology industry praised its contribution to the world of Mixed Reality (MR) for its fantastic use case that enhances the experience of watching sports from the comfort of home.

UFC FIGHT PASS IN VR ON XTADIUM

Whether you regularly sit beside the world-famous Octagon® or just catch the occasional high-profile match up, professional mixed martial arts is among the most thrilling sports in the world to watch live. And today, we’re excited to announce that we’ve partnered with UFC to bring the MMA action home to the Meta Quest Platform. Now, thanks to the immersive magic of VR, you can experience the drama and excitement of live MMA action featured on UFC FIGHT PASS from the best seat in the house in Xtadium from YBVR and coming soon to Meta Horizon Worlds.