PC Games Hardware Insight: Introducing the Omni One VR Treadmill

PC Games Hardware Revolutionized

The Omni One VR treadmill gaming system from Virtuix is now available to buy, enabling you to experience the joy of full-body VR gaming, even in a small home. If you want to start jogging while wearing a VR headset but don't have the room for it, the Omni One can help you out. The Omni One uses a custom version of the Pico 4 headset to drive its setup, rated among the top VR headsets available today. It’s a complete, all-in-one VR system with its own games store containing 50+ games to play at launch, including AAA titles like Sniper Elite VR. This means no PC is necessary to use it; however, it does support PC games via SteamVR.

Freedom of Movement in VR

Omni One’s unique design allows you freedom to move while remaining in one spot. The headset, controls, and integrated body support suit enable users to perform various motions like walking, running, jumping, or strafing, using the treadmill to simulate active movement. It measures 48 x 60 x 48 inches (1.21 x 1.52 x 1.21m) and supports users from 4 feet, 6 inches (1.37m) to 6 feet, 4 inches (1.93m) tall.

A Look Back at Virtuix

This isn't Virtuix's first entry into VR hardware; they raised significant funds back in 2014 for an earlier Omni VR treadmill design. Fast forward to today, and the company continues to innovate, presenting a custom Pico 4 headset to power its advanced model. Note that while pre-orders are being fulfilled, new orders for the Omni One are expected to ship in January 2025.