Technology is probably one of the best creations that human beings have ever made. Technology is not only capable of connecting people, but also exposes us to sights, sounds and feelings that we have not experienced in our lives.
With Virtual Reality, technology now allows us to experience a near-life environment in an imaginary environment. According to Wikipedia, virtual reality (VR) generally refers to computer technologies that use virtual reality headsets to generate realistic images, sounds, and other sensations that replicate a real environment or create an imaginary environment.
Although virtual reality is still relatively new to the public, there are already many different ways to enjoy virtual reality. Here are some of the virtual environments and activities you can experience:
1. fly
Have you ever dreamed of flying? Well, this is your chance to experience how it feels. Using VR glasses, you will be able to fly. VR glasses present people with a highly realistic image or video that helps users build momentum and excitement for the entire experience. Apart from that, if you want to experience flight, you can try this new invention made by researchers from the Interaction Design Program at the University of Zurich called Birdly. Birdly is a Virtual Reality console that allows a person to lie down on a padded cross-shaped apparatus and gives people the sensation of flying over buildings or across fields.
2. Swim
In other cases, a VR headset will also allow you to experience swimming. But it is more than that. It will also let you feel what it is like to swim under the oceans with dozens of fish, sharks and whales swimming around you. You will definitely feel like being underwater because you will be able to see and hear the beauty and sounds of these sea creatures.
3. Roller coaster
If you’re at home sitting on your sofa and you have nothing to do, why not go on a roller coaster? Yes, it’s that easy when you have your own VR headset! Begin to feel gravity as the roller coaster twists and turns upside down. There are many VR headsets that have built-in games where you can really experience an extreme roller coaster ride. There is also a simulator called “No Limits 2” that will allow you to experience roller coasters on a whole new level.
4. Skydiving
Skydiving is an extreme sport that some people can only dream of doing because it is really expensive. If you’re looking for a cheaper (and also much safer) way to experience skydiving, then VR is the way to go. Fly high with “Volo Airsport”, a physics simulator that allows people to hang on for dear life and experience skydiving.
5. Zombie Flight
If you are the type of person who is fascinated by the idea of a zombie apocalypse, virtual reality is your closest way to experience it. So if you want to experience what it’s like to be in a scene from “The Walking Dead”, download “Zombie Shooter”. It’s free on Apple and allows players to shoot and kill the zombies that are chasing them through the VR headset.
