This is Part 2 of a three-part series.
Virtual Reality (VR), an exciting piece of technology that is currently being ramped up in today’s technological climate. Virtual Reality allows us to experience multiple adventures and worlds that we could not otherwise experience for a variety of reasons. With the human mind being one of the most curious things in the world, it will always try to seek and push the boundaries of what a piece of technology can do. A lot of excitement currently revolves around VR that several companies have developed multiple VR headsets over Augmented Reality (AR).
At first, VR headsets were wire-bound devices and required high spec PCs. As technology got better came the emergence of wireless VR Headsets. The most popular one in the market right now is the Oculus Quest 2. It is a very impressive piece of technology that allows one to experience virtual reality unencumbered by wires which makes it quite exciting, I might add.
Currently, Meta (formerly known as Facebook) and other tech companies are exploring other possible uses of VR other than for entertainment purposes. Research is ongoing as far as developing more advance applications of VR including for medical purposes or possibilities of enhancing the ability to work from home.
The new reality of work from home caused by the pandemic is an area where adaptation of VR can help people communicate with coworkers and interact with them as if they are talking to each other face-to-face. This idea has popped up with so many companies wanting to embrace this form of interaction to save office space and be assured of working safely as far as getting infected by viruses.
During my initial experience with VR, it felt kind of creepy talking to someone whom you know physically occupies a space far from you. By wearing the Oculus Quest 2 Headset and trying several different head movements, you may be able to experience the ability to see the image or avatar of your officemate and be able to talk to them as if they are right next to you. Now, that is pretty cool!
Last week I reviewed Beat Saber. This week I am going to talk briefly about:
Trover Saves the Universe
I tried this game out as I am a fan of Justin Roiland’s work with the Rick and Morty series and Trover Saves the Universe is this adventure game where you control Trover who has to save his dogs that were kidnapped by the evil alien who plans to use the dogs to destroy the universe.
This game is one of the very first games I have ever played that incorporated a “Second-Person Perspective” type of gameplay. You are incorporated into the story helping out Trover and you interact with Trover as he tries to talk to you and give out feedback depending on what you are doing. Even though you are a character in the story, you are actually controlling Trover’s actions through the controller you hold in your hands.
The game itself is pretty funny if you enjoy the humor of Rick and Morty and it is an unhinged type of humor that is actually not kid-friendly. The game looks colorful and kid-like but the characters, story, humor, and dialogue are the total opposite of how the game is portrayed. The game is a bit too simple and can get boring if you aren’t a fan of Justin Roiland’s humor.
Trover Saves the Universe is a nice VR game with the most ridiculous video game stories you’ll ever see. Roiland successfully transformed Rick and Morty’s humor into an enjoyable VR experience. This game though is definitely not for kids 17 and under.
Next week we’ll talk about Resident Evil 4 VR.
Gabriel Craig Hernal Rivera
Gabriel Craig Hernal Rivera is an Engineer. A graduate of De LaSalle University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics Engineering. He currently works at Accenture U.S. in Metro San Francisco as a Training and Development Specialist. Outside of work, Gabriel enjoys exercising, watching various TV series programs, and especially video games. He also enjoys watching videos regarding Game Design, Game Theories, and in-depth reviews on video games to get a better understanding of the current trends in gaming.
