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[NEW beta released 2014-07-17] Welcome to Oculus

treytech
Explorer
New discussion thread: viewtopic.php?f=42&t=14645



In my opinion, there is a noticeable lack of demos suited for the first time Rift experience. A person's first time in the Rift is a pretty powerful thing, and I did not like to see it wasted. Dumping a user into a room or environment without any story or build-up seems counter-intuitive to the immersion factor that the Rift allows us. I wanted to tell a story, slowly introduce the user to the Rift, and warm our way up to the more "fun" experiences. The story aspect also lets the user connect on an emotional level with the experience. First impressions are important, even more so with the social stigma virtual reality gained from premature attempts at its creation.





Controls: Hit space as the directions say to begin, tap "b" to reset orientation, and tap "m" to toggle mirroring.

DOWNLOAD: http://treyte.ch/oculus/
Notice: You'll need a set of codecs, like these.

Changelog:

  • Update Sep 24: Minor bug fixes/improvements. Submission to Oculus Share.

  • Update Sep 18: New build uploaded with mirror to desktop support and a check to ensure video is playing.


Features planned for the next release (sometime in November or December):


  • The ability to select some different options before beginning the experience.

  • A looping ability, or at least an option to restart without closing the program.

  • The ability to pause the experience.

  • The ability to jump to a certain scene.

  • MAYBE a short version and long version.

  • A more exiting intro sequence. (Want to grab you and not let go).

  • An "Oculus ride vehicle" instead of a chair, featuring an integrated screen.

  • A user avatar.

  • Positional audio.

  • Custom subtitle support for multiple languages.

  • 3D video examples.

  • Mass visual improvements.

  • Better flow through the experience (some portions will be shortened).

  • Many new experiences added that show off other aspects of the Rift.

  • A more powerful ending experience.

  • A healthy dose of polish.

  • New video and narration (perhaps a real voice actor)

  • Gear VR support

  • Mac support
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MannyLectro
Explorer
Thanks !

you can find it here :

viewtopic.php?f=20&t=1514
Rift 3d models available here : viewtopic.php?t=1514

treytech
Explorer
Well crap. The DK2 announcement means I have to add that bit into the demo.

MannyLectro
Explorer
I will make a DK2 3d model before monday if you are interested 😉 !
Rift 3d models available here : viewtopic.php?t=1514

treytech
Explorer
"MannyLectro" wrote:
I will make a DK2 3d model before monday if you are interested 😉 !


What are you using for modeling?

MannyLectro
Explorer
3ds max mostly
Rift 3d models available here : viewtopic.php?t=1514

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Honored Guest
@treytech. Thanks man! i cant wait for it! will replace my real room :))

silentdriver
Honored Guest
oh my god. what a great demo. I'd really, really love to do a dub in German to let my close, non-English-speaking friends, experience this really wonderful introduction to VR.

is there any way to contribute such a dub in German?

MannyLectro
Explorer
Waow ! I guess you will have a lot to add with the DK2 model and the facebook announce !
Can't wait to see it in VR tho 😉 !
Rift 3d models available here : viewtopic.php?t=1514

treytech
Explorer
I wonder if I should rename it "Welcome to Facebook" :lol:

Tbone
Protege
Haha, I hope the Facebook part is like a history lesson on war.

"On March 25th, 2013...tragedy struck. Known as the VR shot heard round the world, Facebook bought Oculus VR for $2 billion. The pain and rage was felt instantly. The young leader of the VR revolution, Palmer Luckey, was down voted into oblivion on Reddit. Minecraft VR was another casualty. Some consider it Oculus' darkest hour - the day they sold out. But then, like a Phoenix from the ashes, the up votes started trickling back in and word of a superior but cheaper consumer version began to make the rounds. It would be an uphill battle, but if Oculus could release the perfect VR system, it may would redeem their name and ultimately bring about the Age of VR!"
The Furious Angels - an Oculus Rift Online Gaming Community!