These are our most frequently asked questions with regards to VR.
VR headsets and immersive VR experiences are currently a very hot topic. With all of the major manufacturers releasing their respective hardware to the market how do you keep up?
We will help you to gain a basic understanding of our latest developments and show you how we can get your customers into the world of Virtual Reality. This year promises to be the year of the Virtual Reality Headset.
So, what’s in it for you?
Virtual reality (VR) has been around for decades, but recent advancements in mobile technology and the release of devices like the Oculus Rift have reinvigorated interest and enhanced the VR experience. Today, VR encompasses a wide range of applications, including 360° virtual tours, 360° videos, VR gaming, educational tools, and even medical simulations.
As Wikipedia defines it:
“Virtual reality (VR), also known as immersive multimedia or computer-simulated reality, refers to computer technology that replicates real or imagined environments. It simulates a user’s physical presence in these environments, allowing for interactive, sensory experiences.”
Type 1: 360 Virtual Reality Tours.
These 360 panoramic tours and videos can be used in conjunction with your mobile device and smartphone.
By leveraging the gyroscope in your mobile phone and pairing it with a VR headset, this is the simplest way to experience VR. YouTube now supports 360° videos, and more companies are adding immersive dimensions to their content.
Our 360° tours are designed to work seamlessly with or without VR. Simply select the VR option, place your smartphone into a viewer case, sit back, and enjoy the experience!
The software features an intuitive cursor system that allows you to effortlessly explore the interconnected 360° panoramic views. This is a natural extension of our CGI offerings and provides your customers with a unique and enjoyable VR experience.
Type: 2 VR Environments.
The purists amongst us would argue the 360 virtual tours aren’t really VR. However, they would agree that the use of game engine technology is.
For this, we use Unreeal software, which opens up limitless possibilities for creating immersive VR experiences. When paired with Oculus etc, we can bring virtual environments to life like never before. Over time, we’ve developed a powerful set of skills and technologies that allow us to deliver high-quality, fully interactive VR projects and more.
The advantages of using a game engine, like Unity, over traditional rendering techniques are truly remarkable. Unity’s VR interface is just one of many outputs we can create for your project. These include:
– 4K Instant CGI Visuals
– Traditional Walkthroughs
– Interactive Walkthrough Mode
– Explorer Mode
– VR Mode
Each of these modes caters to users with varying levels of experience and understanding, offering a versatile way for everyone to explore your design concept.
Unlike traditional rendering, which simulates the physical behaviour of light and materials and can take significant time to process, game engine rendering occurs in real-time, delivering instant results while in motion. The difference is dramatic, providing a truly WOW factor that enhances engagement and immersion.
