Genki Life Magazine 55 - Spring 2024

OneStock
spread belief that anyone can create a VR gunstock by simply
3D printing it which is rooted in gamers being used to
low-quality VR products. In the end, this helped us build a
superior product and now we are working to meet the demand.
We want to elevate the VR gunstock experience because
gamers deserve better.”
Ahlgrén and Wield VR have long been advocates for advancing
more tactile gaming. Previously, the answer for firstperson
shooters was for gamers to buy more specific equipment
to simulate an immersive, physical connection with
the game. Now the trend in many games has been pushing
players to lose the sense of touch altogether by holding one’s
arms in a simulated position in the game as the answer to
multiple weapon options.
Gamers believe this is the wrong way to go.
“You can’t beat the feel of a real physical item that responds
quickly and brings the game from your VR headset into your
hands. The real test has been when our users have gone
back to playing without the OneStock. They immediately
realize that the game is no longer as good as it could be
without proper tactile representation in their hands,” says
Ahlgrén. “This feedback has given us the confidence to keep
at our mission to advance tactile gaming and a better experience
with VR. Instead of lowering expectations due to
bad products, gamers can and should demand better.”
The upcoming second-generation Wield VR OneStock
is priced at $159 and is available for limited pre-order via
invite only. It is compatible with Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest
3, Meta Quest Pro, PS VR2, Oculus Quest 1, Oculus Rift
S, Valve Index, HTC Vive, Pico 4, and HB Reverb G2. Additional
controller mounts are also available. The next production
batch is estimated to ship by early April. ❖
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