Ninja Theory: We're Doing A Mix of Games; VR Criticism Will Be Smashed with 3rd Generation Headsets

Ninja Theory is doing a mix of games besides Hellblade. They're also adamant that VR will become the dominant form of gaming.

[Imp0ssibl3]

VR dominant? I hope not, that could get me to stop playing games and I would hate it.

[Phil32]

I think there will always be room for more traditional gaming experiences and VR, among with any other interesting type of gaming that enters the industry, so I wouldn't worry. :)

[Cybermario]

oh yeah, can only imagine my headaches if every game was VR

[IGiveHugs2NakedWomen]

I don't think it will become the dominant platform, but I do think it will become a relevant platform that offers another level of immersion.

[Aenea]

The thing what a lot of people tend to forget is that when people say VR will be the dominant way to play games in the future is that it won't be the same VR as we know now!

There are plenty of imaginable tech scenarios where all the reasons you don't like VR now and why you like TV gaming can be changed in such a way that everyone might prefer it in the future. Won't be soon, will take quite a few years, maybe even 50 years, but I think it will happen...

[WeAreLegion]

Why is that? Haven't enjoyed VR yet?

[AshleeEmerson]

Of course in the FUTURE VR gaming will be dominant. It's logical that we're not going to get stuck forever with prettier graphics on our Tv's... Vr will one day display graphics quality of a HIGH TECH system and the experiences will be amazing (they already are)... More engaging, immersive content, is that not what we game for?

They know what gamers want and they will only move towards the general consensus and most of us want better experiences VR OR NOT... Why? Well, games these days are (mainly) prettier versions of last gen with new tech that pushes us forward marginally.

Anywho, my opinion.

[LavaLampGoo]

I think the main thing holding back VR is the price tag attached to it. I know there's more affordable options but there's a difference between "more affordable" and "affordable"

[Cybermario]

doubt VR will be the standard for a long time, VR and traditional games can co exist but VR wont replace traditional gaming

[Nacho_Z]

I also think that VR won't ever replace traditional screen gaming. It's just not practical to put a headset on for long periods and shut out the world around you.

[WeAreLegion]

I take it you haven't been to a party where everyone was playing VR games? It's very social-friendly.

[Nacho_Z]

Of course I haven't. It's not social friendly to the real world.

[C-H-E-F]

VR is to gaming as Electric cars is to the automobile industry, they will be adopted, used, and have an important role, but they won't take over just yet. It'll be years on years before we fully adopt VR.

[CrimsonWing69]

I'm really into VR but they need to make better games for it. RE7 and Rez are my favorites.

[Einhander1971]

VR will always be niche.

[OoglyBoogly]

I think a big part of VR also is that people forget there are a TON of uses outside "gaming". There's things like:

Using it as a virtual desktop for your phone or PC.
A virtual movie theater where you can watch 2D AND 3D movies (the 3D being FAR superior to any other traditional 3D video method like active shutter or passive).
Virtual tours in 3D.
360 or 180 degree video.
360 degree live events like concerts, sports, etc.

The list goes on and this is JUST using a headset. It gets even more serious when you throw the ability to use things like motion controls, room scale, etc. It can be a great learning and teaching tool as well.

Really, VR is the future. Tech needs to catch up in a lot of areas but even now it's fun as Hell and I enjoy it very much. It's only a matter of time until the get cheaper, better, and easier to run. Everyone that's tried my Oculus and Touch have LOVED it! There's a reason, because it's awesome.

[Nacho_Z]

Good points, personally I feel that VR is the future of gaming and possibly also of home entertainment in general but it does worry me that it's antisocial. I see a lot of young people today that seem to prefer to communicate through their phones rather than talking and VR headsets would take that to another level.

Maybe it's just me but I really don't like the idea of people sitting there with a headset on oblivious to the world around them, ok for people living on their own I guess although it's not particularly healthy but for those with partners and children I don't think it's a good thing.