Virtual reality (VR) is the name coined for any system that aims to give a user the feeling of having a certain experience through the use of special perception-altering tools. In other words, VR is an illusion of reality, one that exists in a virtual, software-based world.
What is Virtual Reality?
When connected to a VR system, the user can move their head in a full 360 motion to see everything around them. Some VR environments use hand-held tools and special floors that can give the user the feeling of being able to walk around and interact with virtual objects.
There are a few different types of VR systems; some use your existing smartphone or computer, but others need to connect to a gaming console in order to work. A user can wear a head-mounted display that connects directly to the device, allowing them to watch movies, play video games, explore fantasy worlds or real places, experience high-risk sports, learn how to fly a plane or perform surgery, and much more.
The goal of virtual reality is to simulate an experience and create a so-called 'sense of presence'. To do this, you need tools that can mimic sight, sound, touch or other senses.
