PairPlayVR: Shared Hand Control for Virtual Games

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Hongyu Zhou, Pamuditha Somarathne, Treshan Ayesh Peirispulle, Chenyu Fan, Zhanna Sarsenbayeva, Anusha Withana

Published: 01 Jan 2024, Last Modified: 06 Nov 2025AHs 2024EveryoneRevisionsBibTeXCC BY-SA 4.0
Abstract: Collaborative interactions are set to improve shared control of avatars in virtual reality settings. The literature indicates that shared control can enhance user experiences, but most previous demonstrations have a restricted movement system. In this demonstration, we will present PairPlayVR, a system that extends to a realistic shared control experience that provides unrestrained hand control in VR gameplay. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the PairPlayVR system, experiencing a novel interaction paradigm where multiple users share control of a common virtual avatar for gaming. This demonstration aims to foster critical discussions on the implications of shared control mechanisms and their influence on user experience within interactive systems.