WorldViz Vizard
The Virtual Reality Software Engine for Researchers.
Overview
Vizard is a virtual reality development platform from WorldViz, targeted primarily at researchers, scientists, and enterprise users. It uses Python as its scripting language, making it accessible to a wide range of users in the scientific community. Vizard provides a comprehensive set of tools for creating complex simulations, running experiments, and integrating various hardware devices.
✨ Key Features
- Python-based scripting environment
- Extensive hardware support (eye-tracking, motion capture, bio-feedback)
- High-precision timing for research applications
- Data collection and analysis tools
- Multi-user collaboration
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Python scripting language is ideal for the scientific community
- Built-in tools for experimental design and data collection
- Broad support for specialized research hardware
Unique Value: Provides researchers and scientists with a powerful and flexible Python-based platform to create, run, and analyze immersive VR experiments and simulations.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Widely used in universities and research labs for studies involving human behavior in virtual environments.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Commercial game development.
- Web-based VR experiences.
🏆 Alternatives
While Unity can be used for research, Vizard offers a more streamlined workflow for scientists with its Python integration and built-in data handling tools, lowering the barrier to creating complex VR experiments.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Free edition for non-commercial use with some limitations.
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