HTC Vive is designed for immersive gaming experiences, particularly in virtual reality adventures.
HTC Vive is designed for immersive gaming experiences, particularly in virtual reality adventures.
I aim to enjoy AAA titles in virtual reality. If you believe VR is only for showcasing demos at events like CES, you're misunderstanding. Those demos are crafted for a 15x15 foot space, which explains their quality. However, for serious open-world gaming, the Rift is the right choice. Scaling 50 miles in such confined areas seems impossible. Maybe Left 4Dead could work in a large office setting with the Vive, but other games would feel more like casual play. If Final Fantasy XIV and Black Desert Online get VR support, it would likely be for the Rift, not the Vive. This applies to most MMORPGs as well.
Yea, you might as well wait, unless there is anything you really want to play like, right now. Personally, I am waiting for the price on the Vive to be announced. That will probably be the deciding factor for me. Oculus is taking the console approach, and selling the hardware "cheap" and then relying on making money via software i.e. their Oculus VR Store. HTC hasn't talked about a store, and probably won't be doing it anyway. The fact that they're pretty screwed when it comes to earning money already. Will mean that they probably would want to make some money on the headset. With an estimated cost of about $550, it would most likely be a $800-1000.. At least from what I have been reading. Being able to move around _could_ be the killer feature, I could imagine many scenarios where it could be extremely awesome. However if it is $200 or more than the Rift, then I would have a hard time justifying the extra cost. I guess were going to see come February when preorders start for Vive.
I'm holding off, that's certain. I haven't placed any orders before. Actually, the real concern isn't the HTC itself, but the VR game scores. This decision will heavily influence whether I buy VR in April or upgrade my graphics card. The other factors involve GTC updates and news about AMD's Greenland GPU. I'm confident my GTX 980 can handle this year's demands, but next year looks uncertain. And honestly, Oculus adopting a console strategy? That's the issue. HTC Vive won't release any exclusive titles yet, or at least I haven't heard anything. If it becomes pricier, remember they offer two free games with Oculus. This is why I'm searching for something that justifies the cost. But I don't see much value. Moving around is fine, but we need immersive gameplay, not just a demo. Maybe if a game like Sim City or another social title expands to full-room VR, it could appeal. Then I'd be more convinced. Otherwise, if they push you to walk through a game like Left4Dead, you might prefer The Void Augmented Reality. Ultimately, you'll use controllers and your head for gaming—just like with Oculus. If the price is steep, you're left with a few hundred dollars and two games. That's why I'm trying to find a solid option, but what I understand so far isn't much satisfaction, even their "breakthrough." And Oculus should consider adding a store since Valve has Steam, Sony has PS Store, and Oculus needs one too... Let's keep an eye on things. If they make any changes, it would be appreciated.
HTC Vive offers the same seated experience as the Oculus Rift, such as playing games like Elite Dangerous in a spaceship cockpit. It also provides optional room-scale VR, though fewer titles will include this feature. I anticipate both devices will receive strong support from developers. Initially, other VR companies might face challenges until an industry standard API emerges. The HTC Vive also includes a front camera for situational awareness without removing the headset. Compatibility spans macOS, Linux, and Windows. Rift remains Windows-only at the moment. I find it appealing to be able to check my phone or chat with others easily, just by pressing a button—without fully disconnecting from the experience. Besides, it feels more socially acceptable since you’re not completely isolated.
Yes but there is a problem - most games are on windows and run better on windows than other platforms. We do not know the price yet. If it is the same price as Oculus, i will probably buy it, but if it is more expensive, I will be looking for a reason to buy it...