Virtual reality simulator

A virtual reality simulator (virtual amusement ride/virtual gaming simulator/virtual motion simulator) is the equipment that is used for human immersion in virtual reality with the purpose of entertainment of the public. A virtual amusement in the strict sense can not be considered a computer with a virtual reality glasses (helmet) and game content.^[1] Attractions of virtual reality besides hardware and software use the additional means to enhance the immersion effect, for example, water spray, the effect of wind, vibration,^[2] physical motion^[3] etc. The same technique was used in the X-d cinema, but there are two significant differences between them and simulators of virtual reality:

• Video technology (3D videos for cinemas^[4] and 360 degree videos for simulators^[5])
• Interactivity and lack of interactivity (interaction management process)

It should be noted that there are virtual rides in which interactivity is absent. In this case, they differ from the X-d cinemas only by video technology.

Classification:

• Interactive
• Non-interactive

One can also classify virtual amusements on the user's body position during operation: sitting, standing, suspended, etc.

One can also classify virtual amusements on the possibility to connect additional devices such as a gaming joystick.

On profile:

• Special (flight simulator, a driving simulator, etc.)
• Universal

On networking opportunities:

• With network mode
• Without network mode

Example of classification of a virtual reality attraction:

A virtual standing universal interactive attraction with a network mode and a possibility to connect an additional game module (joystick).

See also

• Immersive technology
• Simulation games
• Simulation video games

References

1. Interdisciplinery advancements in gaming, simulations, and virtual environments Richard E., Sarah de Freitas
2. "Riding a skateboard in virtual reality". BBC. 24 November 2015.
3. "The simulator bringing movement to virtual reality". BBC. 30 September 2015.
4. Verrier, Richard (2009-03-26). "3-D technology firm RealD has starring role at movie theaters". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2011-02-05.
5. 360 degree, VR 360 degree virtual reality definition