DecaGear
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| DecaGear | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Head-Mounted Display |
| Subtype | PC VR |
| Platform | SteamVR |
| Developer | Megadodo Simulation Games (Deca) |
| Manufacturer | Cancelled |
| Announcement Date | September 2020 |
| Price | $449 USD (announced) |
| System | |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | LCD (dual RGB) |
| Resolution | 2160x2160 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 114° |
| Optics | |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (inside-out, 4 cameras, 225°) |
| Eye Tracking | Included |
| Face Tracking | FaceFlow (52 blendshapes) |
| Audio | |
| Connectivity | |
| Device | |
The DecaGear was a cancelled PC-tethered virtual reality head-mounted display announced by Megadodo Simulation Games (Deca) from Singapore in September 2020 at $449. Promised high-end specifications including 2160x2160 per eye RGB LCD, 114° FOV, face tracking (FaceFlow with 52 blendshapes), Index-style controllers with finger sensors, hip tracking module (DecaMove), and wireless adapter (DecaAir). Never released despite pre-orders.
History and Development
Megadodo Simulation Games announced the DecaGear in September 2020 as an affordable alternative to high-end PC VR headsets. Targeting $449 (undercutting HP Reverb G2), the headset promised competitive specifications with innovative features like integrated face tracking. Valve confirmed the SteamVR partnership, lending credibility. Originally targeting May 2021 shipment, delays pushed to Q4 2021. The project was ultimately cancelled without shipping any units to customers.[1]
Announced Specifications
Display
- 2160x2160 per eye resolution
- 4.6MP per eye
- RGB LCD panels
- 1058 PPI
- 90 Hz refresh rate
- 114° field of view
Tracking
Inside-out system:
- 4 cameras
- 225° tracking volume
- Sub-millimeter accuracy
- 6DoF headset and controllers
- No external sensors
IPD
- Custom-designed adjustment
- Custom lenses
- Hardware mechanism
Face Tracking (FaceFlow)
Integrated system:
- Dual IR cameras
- Global-shutter sensors
- 52 blendshapes
- FACS-based
- Upper face camera
- Pupil tracking
- Eyelid tracking
- Brow tracking
- Social VR focus
Eye Tracking
- Integrated
- Pupil detection
DecaTouch Controllers
Index-inspired:
- Oculus Touch-like form
- Adjustable straps
- Hands-free release
- Grip sensors
- Finger sensing
- 6DoF tracking
DecaMove
Hip tracking module:
- Worn on hip
- Orientation sensing
- Locomotion direction
- Natural movement
- Separate accessory
DecaAir
Wireless adapter:
- $50 price point
- 7000 mAh battery
- 6 hours wireless VR
- PC streaming
- Optional accessory
Pricing
| Product | Announced Price |
|---|---|
| DecaGear headset | $449 |
| DecaMove hip tracker | TBD |
| DecaAir wireless | $50 |
Cancellation
The DecaGear project was ultimately cancelled, with no units ever shipping to customers despite pre-orders being taken. The company faced production challenges and the project was abandoned.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 2160x2160 RGB LCD x2 |
| PPI | 1058 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| FOV | 114° |
| Tracking | Inside-out (4 cameras) |
| Tracking Volume | 225° |
| Face Tracking | FaceFlow (52 blendshapes) |
| Controllers | DecaTouch |
| Announced Price | $449 |
| Status | Cancelled |