OpenVR
This page is a stub, please expand it if you have more information.OpenVR is a Virtual Reality Software SDK developed by Valve. OpenVR API allows an app to interact with various VR Devices without relying on a specific device's SDK.
| OpenVR | |
|---|---|
| Information | |
| Type | Virtual Reality |
| Subtype | Head-mounted display, SDK |
| Developer | Valve |
| Operating System | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Devices | Any |
| Release Date | April 30, 2015 |
| Website | https://github.com/ValveSoftware/openvr |
Currently it only works with SteamVR's runtime.
Features
- Developers can create any applications for OpenVR. The SDK is distributed on a licence with no content restriction or any kind of gatekeepers. There is no certification process for OpenVR apps.
- OpenVR apps are not required to be distributed on Steam. Developers can distribute their apps on any channel.
- Lower barrier to entry for new hardware. Manufactures can create any hardware they want for OpenVR. OpenVR allows existing apps to run on new hardware without any modifications.
- OpenVR apps are future proof. OpenVR runtime updates without any application changes. Apps do not need to be modified to support new hardware or software updates.