We’ve seen a number of virtual headsets revealed thus far that promise mesmerizing, engulfing experiences, including the Oculus VR, Samsung VR and Sony’s forthcoming Project Morpheus. However, all of these are bound to cost a pretty penny, and not everyone can afford such tech. Enter the VISR.
This new virtual headset, which is currently going through a KickStarter campaign, promises to provide a beautiful virtual reality experience without the hefty price tag. The durable virtual headset is made out of cardboard, and retails for around $30 – but promises a unique experience that will immerse players into their experiences.
This smartphone-compliant virtual reality headset allows users to put their smartphones into the product, then put on the rig and see what the experience has to offer. With the help of a downloadable app, users can split the smartphone image, thus creating a simulated 3D experience, no matter what they seem to be playing.
With the campaign, VISR vows that it can make virtual reality “something that can be experienced for everyone.”
The program is a bit familiar with Google Cardboard’s, providing a more affordable virtual reality experience without the need for a heavier set-up that could weigh down on the user’s head over a prolonged period of time. Though some may question the quality, VISR promises that the headset will be sturdy enough for repeated use, thanks to a low-cost laminated corrugate with high durability, powered by the smartphone. It will also come fully assembled, so users can just open it up and begin to play.
There is a question whether or not the campaign will be a success, though. The KickStarter currently has less than two days to go, and is only at about two-fifths of its final goal, sitting at 9,137 pounds – well short of the 25,000 pound goal. There could be a push in the final few hours, though, and VISR’s affordable dream could become a reality.
