3D computer graphics are not good enough for VR athletic training
Derek Belch · Derek Belch · Jul 28, 2017 · at 4:06
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Derek Belch is the founder and CEO of STRIVR, a virtual reality training company. He explains why STRIVR selected real HD video over 3D computer graphics like Madden for training quarterbacks.
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“If we use a video game, a three D rendering to try to train athletes, it's not going to work, at least today. The graphics are nowhere near good enough.”
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