With the new advancements in gaming and technology every year, we seem to be coming closer to a real-life virtual reality experience. HTC’s Vive Tracker is one step in that direction that seems to have everything going right for it. Available for pre-order now, the HTC Vive tracker is different from the earlier VR games because it doesn’t include the use of a standard hand gear or head gear. Instead, it emulates the look and feel of an actual gun or tool that makes up the crux of the game. Gamers would use real-world tools such as sports equipment and weapons to handle the complexities and situations of the real world.
Would this be able to give us the feel much more tactile than we have experienced so far? A simple answer would be that yes, it is a step in the right direction. HTC is shipping the first models with a bundle that comprises a gun and one that resembles a sports gun. Here are some kits already available with the HTC Vive:
Hyper Blaster
This handgun replica emulates the look and feel of the NES Zapper. Available only through Amazon, this accessory can be used with games like the Arizona Sunshine, Operation Warcade and TacticalAR.
Racket Sports Set
This one includes a pair of handles that is meant to replicate the feel of a ping pong paddle or maybe a tennis racket. Currently, it is meant to accompany the Virtual Sports, but is likely to work with 10 more games in the near future.
TrackStrap
Available from Rebuff Reality, this one is used to attach trackers to the feet. Useful with some existing applications like Climbey, Holodance and High Fidelity.
