Well, what can we say? We know that the Sony PS3 is a very popular games console which is played by millions of people around the world. Plus there are numerous games available for it. In regards to virtual reality, Sony has developed a virtual reality ‘Personal Display’ which looks similar to the original VR … Continue reading Virtual reality games for the PS3
There are hundreds of games for the PC as well as those for the PS2, Xbox 360 and Mac. Competition is fierce between these consoles with the relevant companies always looking for the next big thing. Does that mean virtual reality? It seems to be the case that virtual reality is making a comeback – … Continue reading Virtual reality games for the PC
Simulation games often play an important role, for example flight simulators for training new pilots or business games which allow you to run your own company. They mimic or ‘simulate’ real world activities but within a controlled environment. The main purpose of these games is to educate, train or inform but there are others which … Continue reading Virtual reality simulation games
These are a type of game which are characterised by social interaction/communities, multiplayer set ups and avatars. They offer you the chance to socialise with others in a variety of ways, for example, text or voice chat. In this environment you can be whoever (or whatever) you want. Well known examples of online virtual reality … Continue reading Online virtual reality games
What are the top ten virtual worlds? Well, here is a list of the top 10 virtual worlds, which is divided into the following categories: Top 10 virtual worlds for adults Top 10 virtual worlds for kids Top 10 virtual reality games Each of these is discussed as a separate article. It is important to … Continue reading Top 10 virtual worlds
How much do virtual reality games cost? That very much depends upon the game as they are priced on an individual basis. Take for example the Kinect which has been produced for the Xbox 360 costs around £80 from retailers such as Game. Prices may vary. However, if you purchase it as part of a … Continue reading Virtual reality game prices
Virtual reality games are becoming very popular with many teenagers who love the graphics, animations and best of all, being able to talk to others. After all, what could be better than the chance to interact with top end technology and without any adults to get in the way? These games are available for Xbox … Continue reading Virtual Reality Games
Virtual reality gaming is where a person can experience being in a three-dimensional environment and interact with that environment during a game. This is an essential part of the game. Bio-sensing ne way of detecting a person’s presence in a game is bio-sensing. These are small sensors which are attached to a data glove, suit … Continue reading What is virtual reality gaming?
Virtual worlds are three dimensional environments in which you can interact with others and create objects as part of that interaction. How do you do that? You appear as an avatar in the virtual world: an avatar is a virtual representation of you (a ‘virtual ego’) which can take on any shape or form as … Continue reading What are virtual worlds?
We have talked about today’s virtual reality games but what about those yet to appear? There are games currently in the pipeline which promise new ways of using virtual reality to push the boundaries between the player and the environment. There are two areas for discussion which are: Upcoming virtual reality games What to expect … Continue reading Virtual reality games of the future
