VR Setup Guide

To get started, attach the Leap Motion VR Developer Mount using the video below.
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Note: The Oculus firmware limits bandwidth for the DK2’s built-in USB port, which harms the controller’s performance. We recommend using the free cable extender bundled with the mount to connect the controller directly to the computer. The current mount will work for the Oculus Rift DK1 and DK2, while additional adhesive strips may be required for the Oculus Rift CV1.

Software Setup

  • Download the Orion SDK and run the installer bundled with the package.
  • Click “Settings…” from the new Leap Motion system tray icon, go to the Troubleshooting tab, and select Recalibrate Device. If you can’t recalibrate to 90% or greater, see our calibration tips. This is necessary for optimal VR tracking.
  • On the General tab, check Allow Images. This allows apps to access the infrared video passthrough. (See example here)
  • Download the Oculus Rift Runtime 0.8.0 and run the installer. (Note: some older demos may require older versions of the runtime.)

Building with Unity

Download our core assets package for the Unity game development engine to start building your piece of the metaverse.

VR Design 101

Forget what you know about traditional user interface design. It’s time to experiment and create in ways that previously existed only in the pages of science fiction.