ViewTracker

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ViewTracker is a gaming utility that uses machine learning and your webcam to turn your head movements into in-game view changes, providing a natural and responsive head tracking experience. This is especially useful for simulator games, and is a more affordable and convenient alternative to other head tracking devices, as it does not require any additional hardware and works well even if you wear glasses. Perfect for gamers looking for a hands-free way to control their in-game view.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 246 reviews

stability2 negative mentions

ViewTracker is a great budget alternative to TrackIR, providing reliable head tracking for various flight and driving simulators.
Once set up correctly, it offers smooth and accurate tracking, enhancing immersion in games like DCS and MSFS 2020.
The software is easy to install and use, often working out of the box with minimal setup required, especially with decent lighting and a good webcam.

Many users report frequent crashes and connectivity issues, particularly when adjusting settings like dead zones.
The software has not been updated in a long time, leading to concerns about its stability and functionality compared to free alternatives like OpenTrack.
Some users experienced difficulties with setup and compatibility, particularly with certain games, leading to frustration and requests for refunds.

optimization
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Users note that while a better camera would enhance performance, even lower-quality cameras can provide a sufficiently immersive experience. However, lighting conditions significantly impact performance, with poor lighting leading to subpar results.
- “Even with my cheap hand-me-down camera, I get decent enough performance to make the experience very immersive.”
- “The optimization allows for a surprisingly immersive experience, even with lower-end equipment.”
- “If your face isn't very well lit, the performance goes out the window.”
- “If your face isn't very well lit, the performance goes out the window.”
gameplay
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay experience is enhanced by the ability to illuminate the player's face, adding a unique visual element to the overall interaction.
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users report that the initial setup for both TrackIR and Oculus can be time-consuming, often taking around an hour and a half, and they have experienced some bugs during the process.
- “I've had TrackIR and an Oculus; both took almost an hour and a half to set up the first time and were a bit buggy.”
- “I've had TrackIR and an Oculus; both took almost an hour and a half to set up the first time and were a bit buggy.”