Author(s)

LiangLiang Xu

Affiliation(s)

Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430000, Hubei, China.

Corresponding Author

LiangLiang Xu

ABSTRACT

Virtual Reality (VR) gaming has emerged as a transformative force in the digital entertainment landscape, fundamentally altering how users interact with and experience digital content. This paper examines the technological evolution, market dynamics, and future trajectories of VR gaming, analyzing its impact across multiple domains. Through comprehensive analysis of hardware developments, software innovations, and user interaction paradigms, we identify key trends shaping the industry's growth. Our investigation reveals that advances in display technology, tracking systems, and haptic feedback have significantly enhanced user immersion and reduced previous barriers to adoption. Market analysis indicates a compound annual growth rate of 28.5%, with projected market value reaching $92.31 billion by 2030. The paper explores various gaming genres, highlighting how VR has revolutionized traditional gameplay mechanics and created entirely new forms of interactive entertainment. We also examine the broader implications of VR gaming technology, including its applications in education, healthcare, and professional training. Our findings suggest that while technical challenges persist, the convergence of improving technology, declining costs, and expanding content libraries positions VR gaming for mainstream adoption. The integration of neural interfaces, advanced display technologies, and standardized development platforms promises to further accelerate industry growth and innovation. This research provides insights into the current state of VR gaming while identifying crucial areas for future development and research.

KEYWORDS

Virtual Reality; Electronics; Game; Hardware; Simulation

CITE THIS PAPER

LiangLiang Xu. Virtual Reality gaming systems: hardware integration and human-computer interaction analysis. World Journal of Mathematics and Physics. 2024, 2(2): 78-83. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61784/wjmp3012.

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