metaverseDubai/docs/VR_SETUP.md

VR Setup - Dubai Metaverse

Overview

This document describes the VR setup using OpenXR for the Dubai Metaverse project (optional feature).

VR Support

Overview

VR support allows immersive exploration of the Dubai Metaverse using VR headsets.

Supported Headsets

• Meta Quest: Quest 2, Quest 3, Quest Pro
• HTC Vive: Vive, Vive Pro
• Valve Index: Index
• Other OpenXR: Any OpenXR-compatible headset

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Setup

Plugin Installation

1. Enable Plugin:

   • Edit > Plugins
   • Search for "OpenXR"
   • Enable plugin
   • Restart editor

2. Verify Installation:

   • Check plugin is active
   • Verify OpenXR tools available

Project Settings

1. VR Settings:

   • Edit > Project Settings > Engine > Rendering
   • Enable VR support
   • Configure VR settings

2. Input Settings:

   • Configure VR input
   • Map VR controller inputs
   • Test VR input

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VR Implementation

Player Setup

1. VR Pawn: Create VR-specific pawn
2. Motion Controllers: Set up motion controllers
3. Teleportation: Implement teleportation movement
4. UI: Adapt UI for VR

Movement

1. Teleportation: Primary movement method
2. Smooth Locomotion: Optional smooth movement
3. Comfort Settings: Comfort settings (vignette, etc.)

Interaction

1. VR Interactions: Adapt interactions for VR
2. Hand Tracking: Use hand tracking (if available)
3. Controller Input: Map controller inputs

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Performance

VR Performance Targets

• Frame Rate: 90 FPS (required for VR)
• Resolution: Headset native resolution
• Latency: Low latency (<20ms)

Optimization

1. Reduce Quality: Reduce quality if needed
2. Optimize Rendering: Optimize for VR
3. LODs: Use aggressive LODs
4. Culling: Aggressive culling

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Testing

VR Testing

1. Headset Connection: Test headset connection
2. Tracking: Test head/controller tracking
3. Movement: Test movement systems
4. Interactions: Test VR interactions
5. Performance: Test VR performance

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Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Issue: VR not working

• Solution: Check OpenXR plugin
• Solution: Verify headset connection
• Solution: Check VR settings

Issue: Performance issues

• Solution: Reduce quality settings
• Solution: Optimize for VR
• Solution: Use VR-specific optimizations

Issue: Motion sickness

• Solution: Add comfort settings
• Solution: Use teleportation
• Solution: Reduce movement speed

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Documentation

VR Documentation

Document VR setup:

• Headset Support: Supported headsets
• Setup Process: VR setup process
• Controls: VR controls
• Performance: VR performance considerations

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Version: 1.0 Last Updated: [Current Date]

Note: VR support is optional. The project can function without VR.