Little by little we see how virtual reality is gaining more ground. Until now, there were few applications of this technology that are responsible for creating environments parallel to reality in which subjects can interact with space and time created by a computer. However, in recent times we have been able to verify that numerous successful projects have emerged, most of them related to video games. Of course, it is important to keep in mind that virtual reality can be applied to many areas: education, medicine, communication, the army ...
Today in Hard Hobbit To Break we want to talk to you about another use of virtual reality that sooner than we think will be present in different countries of the world, although for the moment it will only be applied in the United States and Canada. We are referring to virtual reality on the roller coasters, as Samsung has announced a collaboration with Six flags, one of the most important amusement park chains in the world. We will tell you more details below!
Great competition between amusement parks
You may not know it, but there is a lot of competition between manufacturers and amusement parks around the world, especially when it comes to roller coasters, as everyone wants to create the most amazing experience, usually for being terrifying. And it is that one of the peculiarities of this type of attraction is that, the more they make them suffer, the more they like them. Of course, in any case, the design of the roller coasters is a true prodigy of imagination, technology and engineering.
Mountains with virtual reality glasses
Well, as a result of this competition, the collaboration between the chain of amusement parks Six Flags and Samsung has emerged, one of the companies that is betting the most on virtual reality technology. Thanks to this agreement, during the next months we will be able to see the first roller coasters that will allow us to use virtual reality glasses (Samsung's Gear VR) in order to face the attractions in a different way. Best of all, it will be experiences created specifically for each roller coaster.
On nine roller coasters
Apparently, Six Flags will initially apply virtual reality on nine roller coasters, of which six will be completely new, so they will be specifically manufactured to take full advantage of this technology. The name chosen for these new attractions is "The New Revolution". The other three mountains where virtual reality glasses will be allowed to be used will be existing attractions focused on the theme of Superman. These will be attractions located in Arlington, Atlanta, San Antonio, Massachusetts, Maryland, Los Angeles, St. Louis, Lake George and Montreal.
Save the Earth
As they have told from the famous chain of amusement parks, the world invented for the new attractions will consist of a futuristic battle that will aim to save planet Earth from an alien invasion. Logically, the theme of the Superman roller coasters will be related to the superhero. Of course, the use of Samsung glasses will be totally optional, so the attractions can also be enjoyed in the traditional way. We do not know when these virtual reality roller coasters will be launched, although we have learned that people who have the annual pass will be able to access the technical tests prior to opening to the public. Then we leave you with the video The chain of amusement parks has prepared to show a preview of what their virtual reality roller coasters will be like. Do not miss it!
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