VIVR - Visually Impaired Virtual Reality: Recent Episodes
Dominic Donegan
VIVR (Visually Impaired Virtual Reality) is a weekly audio podcast which discusses VR experiences currently available for the HTC Vive. In addition to a general review of each VR experience, the podcast specifically addresses issues that low vision players may face when playing certain games, as well as different approaches to playing that may make it easier for low vision players to enjoy the game. The creator of this podcast is currently in no way affiliated with HTC or any other game development companies. All views expressed in this podcast are personal opinions based on my own experiences with the items reviewed. For more details on my environment/background/visual circumstances, please listen to the first episode: "Introduction".
In episode 6 I talk about the 3 different versions of The Bellows, its unique story, and how it worked for me as a VI player.
In episode 5, I gush about how much I enjoy the compatible-with-VR title, Euro Truck Simulator 2. Items discussed include what works for VI-players, tricks for viewing certain menus, my experience sharing my VR driving experience with a friend, and more.
Episode 4 contains a review of Serious Sam VR - The Last Hope, for HTC Vive. In the episode I discuss what I feel works, and what doesn't for visually impaired players of the game.
Episode 3 is a review of VR boxing game, The Thrill of the Fight for the HTC Vive, from the point of view of a visually impaired player. In the episode I discuss my opinion of the game, changes it has undergone, and what I enjoy about it as a VI-player.
Episode 2 is a review of the game Raw Data for the HTC Vive, from the point of view of a visually impaired player. In the episode I discuss what I like about the game, what was challenging for me as a VI-player, VI-friendly character types in the game and more.
Episode 1 is a review of the game Star Trek: Bridge Crew for the HTC Vive, from the point of view of a visually impaired player. In the episode I discuss gameplay, the more VI-friendly roles in the game, potential challenges for VI players and more.
Episode 0: Introduction is a brief explanation of who I am, my circumstances, and what I hope to achieve with this podcast.