Oculus Rift: The Future of Virtual Reality Gaming (How To Guide)

This is by far the best Oculus Rift Virtual Reality "How to Guide€ out there! A Must have! (Second revision!)

Immediately benefit from being among the few €œIn the Know€ with this new technology and its capabilities. At present, The Oculus Rift is mainly in the hands of game developers. However after you read this guide, you will be among the few up to speed on the virtual reality movement! By the end of this guide you will know how to get your hands on this revolutionary technology, for under $500.

The Oculus Rift is more than a virtual reality gaming device. It successfully tricks enough of your senses to allow for life changing experiences otherwise impossible. Explore other planets, step outside the International Space Station and gaze over planet earth. Overcome phobias. Practice dangerous feats from the safety of your home or office. The possibilities are endless.

In this guide, we discuss the equipment needed as well as how to set up and use your Oculus Rift. Use this guide as a troubleshooting reference guide and much, much more! Whether you have already mastered the technology or are new to the Oculus Rift, this guide has it all!

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€œI guess what it comes down to is this: the Oculus Rift is the virtual reality we've been promised since the dawn of video gaming, and really, the early days of science fiction. It leaps past all other attempts at the technology and moves into the realm of total immersion. The feeling is so natural that it's effortless to suspend disbelief that you are standing in that place, in that world.€ - Geoffrey Morrison, C|NET

Contents

What is the Oculus Rift?
The Rift Virtual Reality Headset
How It Works
Original Prototype
Developer€s Kit
Intended Consumer Models
The Oculus Rift Kickstarter
What People Are Saying about the Oculus Rift
My Personal Experience and thoughts on the Rift
Purchasing a Rift VR Headset
Where to find the Rift
Future Product Releases
How to Install and Use the Rift
Hardware and OS Requirements
Rift Headset Installation
Wear Glasses? No Problem!
Physical Considerations
VIREio Perception Driver
Adding the Razer Hydra to Create a Truly Immersive Experience
Basic Troubleshooting for Installation and Use
Current Ways to Use the Rift
Supported Games
Games Supporting the Rift VR Headset
Tips for Best Gaming Experience
VIREIO Perception Driver Tips
Hillcrest Labs Motion Control Tracker
Game-specific Tips
Game Ratings
Using the VIREio Perception Driver with VR-Unsupported Media
Using the Razer Hydra to Track Hand Movement
Games That Will Support the Headset in the Future
Developer Considerations with VR
Potential Future Applications for VR Headsets
Make 3D video Calls to Your Family and Friends
The Arts, Business, Construction, and Medical Applications
Additional Possibilities
Glossary of Useful Terms
Appendix: Helpful Links