Technology is probably one of the best creations that humans have ever made. Technology is not only capable of connecting people, but it also gives us exposure to images, sounds and feelings that we have not experienced in our lives.
With virtual reality, technology now allows us to experience an environment close to life 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 settings and activities you can experience:
1. Fly
Have you ever dreamed of flying? Well this is your chance to experience how it feels. With virtual reality glasses, you can fly. Virtual reality glasses present people with a very realistic image or video that helps users generate the momentum and excitement of the entire experience. Apart from that, if you want to experience flying, you can try this new invention created 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 on a padded device in the shape of a cross and gives people the feeling of flying over buildings or in the field.
2. Swimming
In other cases, a virtual reality headset will also allow you to experience swimming. But it is more than that. It will also allow you to feel what it is like to swim under oceans with dozens of fish, sharks and whales swimming around you. You will definitely feel like you are underwater because you will be able to see and hear the beauty and sounds of these sea creatures.
3. Roller coaster
If you are at home sitting on your couch and you have nothing to do, why not get on a roller coaster? Yes, it is that easy when you have your own virtual reality headset! Begin to feel gravity as the roller coaster twists and turns. There are many virtual reality headsets that have built-in games where you can really experience an extreme roller coaster. 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 are looking for a cheaper (and also much safer) way to experience skydiving, then virtual reality is the way to go. Fly to great heights with “Volo Airsport”, a physics simulator that allows people to hold onto their lives and experience skydiving.
5. Flying zombies
If you are the type of person who is fascinated by the idea of a zombie apocalypse, then 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 chasing zombies through virtual reality headsets.