Here is an update about the development of the DecaGear project, and where it stands right now. In the first blog post from October 10th, I tried to summarize why VR needs to be around social experiences and what the hardware should feature based on the current technological constraints. And in short the plan was to: Release a PC-VR, high fidelity headset built especially for multiplayer gaming and experiences with facial tracking, natural locomotion based on the hip direction and pressure sensitive hand controllers with all finger tracking. The system will be available for pre-order in late 2020 for US$459. SteamVR support means immediate access to thousands of VR games from day one.  The DecaGear SDK allows developers to easily and quickly integrate all of the system’s unique features. Future plans for a DecaSpace SDKs will allow players to communicate and navigate between games seamlessly in VR.   Developing a…

I've played video games for longer than I'd like to admit and gaming to me and those I know, has always been a social thing. Yet in VR, it seems that multiplayer experiences lack a deep feel of presence and I find myself struggling with navigation, interaction and communication.   Don’t get me wrong, I’m convinced multiplayer VR will be everywhere from video games to education, retail to real estate. And businesses will be screaming out for immersive new experiences to engage employees and customers.    Victory is measured in milliseconds and while Fortnight or PUBG gamers are investing in solutions that give them even the slightest competitive advantages as 10k DPI gaming mouse or displays with 1ms response time, VR multiplayer gamers are wrestling with basic issues as limited / awkward navigation controls, confusing interactions and lack of immersion and presence while playing with others.   “Video games are…