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Viveport总裁谈HTC的新虚拟现实订阅服务

Viveport is a subscription service for HTC Vive that offers a variety of non-gaming content, including movies, educational experiences, and other VR experiences that may not be available on other platforms like Steam. The Viveport President, Richard Stabler, discusses the differences between Viveport and Steam, highlighting the genre differences and the ability to sell games in China. Viveport aims to provide a curated platform for users to discover VR experiences and offers a subscription service for home users where they can choose five apps for $6.99 per month. For developers, Viveport offers a new monetization option and a way to reach a global audience, particularly in China. Stabler also discusses the growth of VR arcades and the challenges for developers in getting their content into arcades. Viveport aims to address this by providing a library of over 400 games for arcade operators to access at an affordable hourly rate. Overall, Viveport is looking to democratize access to high-end VR experiences and provide a platform for developers to reach new audiences. They are also exploring the integration of VR with AI and the potential for VR to transform various industries such as education and entertainment.