The Vergecast Seeing the real world inside a virtual one
May 26, 2024
Charlie Hall, a journalist from Polygon with extensive experience in flight simulation and VR, joins to discuss the fascinating world of virtual aviation. He traces the evolution of flight simulators from rudimentary designs to today’s photorealistic experiences. The conversation dives into the technology that enhances realism, including real-time weather and advanced peripherals. Hall also shares insights on the challenges of VR integration in gaming and the exciting future of mixed reality in flight simulation.
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Visual Realism
- Flight simulators are uniquely visual due to their basis in reality.
- Recreating real-world locations and aircraft is more challenging than fantasy.
Childhood Dream
- Liam James's childhood dream was to play Microsoft Flight Simulator.
- Limited computer power prevented him from playing.
Early Flight Sim Experiences
- Charlie Hall's early PC gaming involved a high-end terminal and Flight Simulator.
- He even combined SimCity and Flight Simulator for a school project.
