Perpetual Learning
Okay, so hear me out… I’ve always been a huge fan of the Valve Index. The controllers? Top-notch. The tracking? Solid. But the audio, while good, never quite hit that perfect sweet spot for me. It was decent, but not amazing. Then came the Bigscreen Beyond. This headset is something else – incredibly light and … Read more
Okay, so hear me out. Imagine this: You’re deep into your latest VR obsession, completely lost in the digital world. Then, poof. The real world vanishes. You’re not just playing the game anymore; you are in the game. Forever. It’s a wild thought experiment, right? But what if it actually happened today, September 7th, 2025? … Read more
Okay, so hear me out… Evangelion, the iconic anime that basically defined a generation of mecha and existential dread, is stepping into the world of XR with a new game called ‘Cross Reflections’. As someone deep in the computer engineering and AI game, and who also happens to love a good VR experience, I’m pretty … Read more
Hey everyone! Mateo here. It’s been a minute, but I’ve got some awesome updates on my VR project, ‘Disembodied.’ I’m really pushing forward with this one, and the latest big step is the implementation of a basic climbing mechanic. This was a fun challenge. Getting the physics and the player’s sense of presence right when … Read more
Hey everyone! If you’re rocking an original Oculus Rift CV1, you’re probably feeling the itch to upgrade. That headset was a pioneer, but let’s be real, the tech has come a long way since then. Today, I want to break down the jump from the CV1 to Meta’s latest offerings: the Quest 3 and the … Read more
Okay, so hear me out… what if you could ditch the PC and take your VR microscopy setup literally anywhere? That’s exactly what I’ve been experimenting with, and it’s actually working! I’ve been diving deep into the world of VR microscopy, which, if you haven’t tried it, is seriously mind-blowing. Seeing the microscopic world in … Read more
Okay, so hear me out… If you’re into VR, especially standalone headsets like the Quest, you probably know about Virtual Desktop. It’s awesome for playing PC VR games wirelessly. But, for the best performance, you usually need a solid Wi-Fi network. Sometimes, even with a good network, you might run into bandwidth issues or just … Read more
Okay, so hear me out… if you’re rocking a mobile VR setup, maybe a backpack PC or a super portable rig, you’ve probably run into this: where do you actually put those base stations (Lighthouse, if you’re using SteamVR)? Traditional VR setups often involve wall mounting or tripods, which works fine when you’re tethered to … Read more
Alright, let’s talk about Meta’s XR operating system. If you’re into VR, you’ve probably heard some buzz, and when VR pioneer John Carmack weighs in, it’s worth paying attention. Carmack, who was instrumental in pushing VR forward, recently shared some thoughts on Meta’s ongoing work with their XR OS, and honestly, it gives us a … Read more
Okay, so hear me out. Forza Horizon is one of my favorite gaming franchises, hands down. Cruising through stunning open worlds, collecting cars, and just generally living that digital driving fantasy? It’s awesome. But what if we could take that experience and crank the immersion up to, like, eleven? I’m talking about bringing Forza Horizon … Read more