Hello everyone. My name is Cavalera and I run the racing simulation YouTube channel "Cavalera Games ." In this article, I'd like to share the benefits of VR I experienced using the Pimax Crystal Light VR headset, as I normally use triple monitors to enjoy racing simulations. I hope you'll stay with me until the end.
The evolution of VR headsets
When comparing VR and triple monitors in terms of visual perception in racing simulations, we believe that VR, which generates images for each eye, is clearly superior.
However, previous VR devices had many limitations that sometimes prevented them from meeting the quality required for racing simulations. Specifically, these included the screen-door effect, a narrow sweet spot, low resolution, insufficient frame rate, and a narrow viewing angle. This made it difficult to recognize trackside distance signs and HUD information, leading to delayed braking and cornering decisions and even VR sickness. For this reason, many sim racers tended to opt for triple monitors.
However, in recent years, these problems have been greatly improved thanks to improvements in VR headsets and PC performance. Prices have also become more affordable, lowering the barrier to entry. One product that is particularly noteworthy is the Pimax Crystal Light .
Benefits of VR
Now, let me introduce the benefits of VR in racing simulation that I felt after actually using Pimax Crystal Light .
1. Understanding corner shapes through stereoscopic vision
I felt that one of the major benefits of VR is that the stereoscopic vision makes it easier to accurately grasp the shape of the corner. Corner approaches are extremely important in racing, and it is necessary to accurately judge braking points and slip angles. Using VR makes it easier to grasp the shape of the corner, shortening the time spent on familiarization runs and leading to faster times in unfamiliar situations such as rallies.
2. Understanding distance
Another benefit of stereoscopic vision is that it makes it easier to grasp the distance to nearby objects. I felt that this made it easier to perform precise maneuvers, such as staying on the line while maintaining the closest distance when battling other cars, or approaching high curbs.
3. Improved immersion
Stereoscopic vision also contributes greatly to improving the sense of immersion. The steering wheel, dashboard, pillars, hood, etc. appear three-dimensional, enhancing visual realism and allowing you to enjoy a driving experience that is closer to that of a real car.
4. Freedom of Perspective
Another benefit of VR is the ability to freely control the viewpoint using head tracking. While triple monitors can make it difficult to see the movement of vehicles traveling alongside on the passenger side, VR offers unlimited visibility to the left and right. Furthermore, flexible viewpoint control is possible, such as peering behind a pillar or adjusting the viewpoint up or down on terrain with varying elevations. Furthermore, the positioning of sound changes depending on the direction of your head, enhancing the sense of immersion by allowing you to feel the difference in engine mounts.
Challenges and future expectations for VR
While VR has many benefits, I feel that some issues remain. For example, if you check the edge of the screen by simply moving your eyes, it appears blurry. This is an area where we hope to see improvements in the optical performance of the lenses. I also felt that the difficulty of operating the peripheral devices used in racing simulations was an issue. I hope that this will be improved through partial pass-through and advances in MR technology.
summary
In recent years, improvements in the performance of VR headsets have dramatically increased the practicality of racing simulations. Using the Pimax Crystal Light , I was able to experience this evolution once again. I highly recommend that everyone try out a PIMAX VR headset, which features high resolution. In the future, I look forward to not only further improvements in image quality, but also to further advancements that will deepen the driving experience, especially for racing simulations, such as the addition of features that make it easier to operate peripheral devices.
About Cavalera Games
Cavalera Games
@CavaleraRaceSim
This is a YouTube channel themed around racing sims and driving sims. We deliver the latest "racing sim information" and equipment reviews based on our own opinionated opinions. Our motto is to provide valuable information in a concise and easy-to-understand manner, so if you're interested, please come and join us!
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