The world of AR/VR has developed rapidly lately. While Apple steps into this sector with Vision Pro; Meta offers much more affordable Quest glasses. Sony, on the other hand, adapts virtual reality to the gaming world with its PlayStation VR device. A new patent received by the company, foot controlled VR devices It shows that it is on its way.
Foot-controlled VR patent from Sony
Sony wants to increase movement and immersion in augmented and virtual reality games. In this context, the company foot operated VR controller has filed a new patent application revealing its plans for
There are two different designs in the patent applications. One of them is in the shape of a large ball, while the other stands out as a touch-sensitive pad with proximity detection. Both work by being controlled by the user’s feet.
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The ball-style controller can perform simple rotation movements through the bearings inside the ball. Sensors on the device track the movement of the ball and transfer it to the game.
The touch pad has a curved surface that can detect nearby objects. This allows for much more complex controls to be performed with the foot. Additionally, the oscillator in the device determines the distance for sensitivity adjustments.
Both VR devices have internal CPU and memory. This means it can send information directly to the AR/VR system for gaming, while also bypassing movement limitations.
Let us remind you that it is unclear whether Sony will produce these remotes. But patents addressing foot controllers could usher in a new era of VR gaming without expensive setups like treadmills.