Driver4VR
- June 7, 2021
- Frankly Dog
- 48h median play time
Get on SteamDriver4VR is a software that enhances VR setups with body, head, and hand tracking. It supports 3DoF headsets like PSVR and phone-VR by adding position tracking and controller emulation. Driver4VR also emulates body tracking using devices like Kinect, PS Move controllers, and Nolo VR, providing a more immersive VR experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Works well with Xbox One Kinect for full body tracking.
- Easy to set up and provides a budget-friendly alternative for VR.
- Offers various tracking options, including webcam and joy-cons.
- Consistently crashes every 20-30 minutes, causing frustration.
- Tracking accuracy is poor, especially with webcam setups.
- Lack of proper support and outdated tutorials make setup difficult.
- story22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The reviews primarily focus on the functionality and compatibility of various VR setups, particularly with the Oculus Quest 2 and Kinect for body tracking. Users express mixed feelings about the software's performance, noting issues with controller emulation and tracking stability, while also highlighting the impressive capabilities when properly configured. Overall, the narrative suggests a blend of frustration and satisfaction with the technology's potential for enhancing VR experiences.
“I got my Quest in November of last year, so now I use this to play Kinect with Quest and it's amazing.”
“I've used this software with a number of different headsets, including Google Cardboard, phones, Oculus DK2, Rift, Gear VR, Oculus Quest 1 and 2!”
“It's a great software if you want to use an Xbox One Kinect and a Quest 2 for full body tracking.”
“Actually horrible performance in SteamVR using webcam and Quest 2.”
“Its a good software but I did have some problems like my controllers turned into index controllers [I use Oculus Quest 2] and I couldn't press anything and it moved me like 10 feet where the controllers were but everything else was good.”
“I'm using a Quest 2 and if I take the headset off the calibration is lost, also after a while the tracking FPS drops right down and the program needs to be restarted.”
- stability17 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the application is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and lag, particularly after updates. While some users find it functional at times, the overall experience is marred by the need for constant troubleshooting and recalibration, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Many recommend caution, suggesting that it may not be suitable for those lacking technical skills or patience.
“It's absolutely wild to me that this is sold in the status it's in; it's buggy, it doesn't run well, the tutorials attached to the program are out of date, it's just awful.”
“It was always a bit buggy and had some issues, but it has a tendency after updates to completely trash the app and the FBT functionality.”
“I'm currently having issues where I can't play longer than 5 minutes without this app crashing, but all in all, when it does run, it works perfectly; currently, it's a very buggy application.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The optimization of the software is widely criticized, particularly for webcam use, with users reporting inconsistent tracking and significant performance issues, especially on lower-end CPUs. While hand tracking shows promise, full-body tracking remains underdeveloped and demanding on hardware, leading many to recommend against purchasing unless using specific setups like the Xbox Kinect. Overall, the application is seen as experimental and not worth the investment due to its performance limitations and potential for bugs.
“I did try hand tracking and it works really well for that, but full body webcam tracking is certainly going to need a lot of work before it's perfect and well optimized for quad-core users, like the i7-4770k or equivalent. I don't recommend the software to anyone unless you have an Xbox Kinect, which I will try to get a good deal on, or use it for a specific scenario. Deep learning will really require a much better CPU in order for it to be smooth.”
“I did find out that camera markers and Kinect skeletal tracking is very demanding on your PC, so do be aware of performance loss.”
“The tracing started off great, but over time its performance got worse and worse to the point where I have to consider other options.”
“Do not buy if you intend to use it with a webcam; this technology is still not optimized enough and the tracking is way too wonky.”
“There are far better things and games to spend your money on, especially because you're burning money if it doesn't work (performance, bugs, or even hardware; there's a lot of things that could make this application useless. It's too experimental).”
“Actually horrible performance in SteamVR using a webcam and Quest 2.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this review stems from the absurdity of using Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons for VR, leading to comically broken webcam tracking that results in exaggerated movements. While the experience can be amusing, it also highlights the challenges and frustrations of the setup, making it a mixed bag of entertainment and struggle. Overall, the humor is derived from the unexpected and often ridiculous outcomes of the technology.
“The webcam tracking is hilariously broken, but sadly I had to buy it to find that out, since there is no demo.”
“To me, it's not bad if you want to wiggle your ass a little and sit with the lads, but when you do have these issues, it just makes it funny or makes it look like you have a severe case of Parkinson's. Other than that, it's still good for the money, providing you have the equipment. For me, though, it's a double-edged sword, but buy it if you really want VR full body; get a little bit of a sliver of it and you'll struggle to come off.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find that games like Beat Saber, Phasmophobia, and VR Chat offer good replayability, as they remain engaging and enjoyable through multiple play sessions.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a cool concept; however, the repetitive setup required each time is seen as tedious and detracts from the overall experience.
“Cool idea, but setting it up every time is very tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than fun.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the game feel monotonous.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users emphasize the importance of keeping graphics card drivers updated and adjusting settings to optimize performance for their specific hardware.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being nearly unplayable, with users reporting significant issues such as lack of audio, poor performance, and frequent stutters, leading to a frustrating experience.
“Please do not buy this. I finally got it working, only to find that it barely functions. The game is basically unplayable, with no audio, horrible gameplay, and seemingly random stutters.”
