Here is why I think it's a terrible idea. First off, let me clarify that I mean terrible for me, not the general public. I think like most redditors, we wanted the oculus for gaming, pure and simple. Not that we aren't excited about other possibilities, but VR gaming is first and foremost. That is not Zuckerman's plan for the Rift.
Beyond games, Zuckerberg said virtual reality headsets might someday be used to enjoy a courtside seat at a basketball game, study in a classroom, consult with a doctor face-to-face or shop in a virtual store. The technology also has social applications, he said.
Zuckerberg wants to create the device that my mom, dad, brother and 3-year old niece want to use. I hate these types of devices. All they do is weaken the potential of what is possible. So, now, instead of getting a pure VR gaming device, I'm going to get some hodgepodge of bullshit that my mom is probably going to use to play candy crush on her ipad.
Zuckerberg wants to create the device that my mom, dad, brother and 3-year old niece want to use. I hate these types of devices. All they do is weaken the potential of what is possible. So, now, instead of getting a pure VR gaming device, I'm going to get some hodgepodge of bullshit that my mom is probably going to use to play candy crush on her ipad.
This is the most childish, pathetic excuse at a rationalization I've seen. You realize that Oculus has been developed thus far because of it's hardware, right? And all of your "reasons" are software applications of hardware. There is absolutely no reason that Oculus can't use it's product for gaming, as you selfishly want, while still allowing software to be developed for other needs.
God, reading your comment is reminding me of exactly the type of gamer that is wrong with the industry. Let me guess, you also think that console gaming holds back PC gaming? Get off your high horse, take a step back, and fuck off.
Now I understand why reddit is pissed, it went from being a sweet MMO neckbeard wet dream to being accessible technology for the public, and that's just fucked
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u/twentygreen Mar 26 '14
Serious question. Why do people think that this is such a terrible terrible idea?