V-Zone


 * "Let the games begin in the V-Zone!"
 * -Marketing slogan

The V-Zone (Developmental Codename: Mega Phantom) is a high-end video game hardware platform developed by ILLUSION Gaming.

Details
Introduced in 1994, it is a Virtual Reality system that came in two variants, both of which based on the same set of hardware specifications (similar in context to SNK's Neo-Geo); The V-Zone A, which is for use in video arcades, and the V-Zone H, a home version.

The hardware specifications for the V-Zone is based on a semi-custom MIPS-based RISC CPU with an accompanying FPU and a Geometry Engine to allow for 3D graphical capabilities. The headset, while maintaining a futuristic aesthetic theme, was meticulously designed to be well-balanced and lightweight when compared to the earlier and bulkier HMDs. Of course, it has head tracking capabilities, dual high-resolution LCD screens (one for each eye), and earphones with CD-quality 3D spatial audio. The headset also has adjustment knobs so that the user can secure it to or loosen from around their head, as well as adjusting the contrast of the headset's LCD screens.

One distinct feature of the V-Zone series is a proprietary memory card format, the V-Card, which not only stores save files of games played but is also usable between the "A" and "H" versions of the system, depending on the game, another design element borrowed from the Neo-Geo.

The V-Zone A uses specially-designed pods, similar to those of the real-life Virtuality, tailor-made for the system's VR gaming experiences. Each pod variation has modular components, so that it could be configured in different ways depending on the software.

V-Zone A Arcade Pods

 * VZA-001 - A stand-up type pod.
 * VZA-011 - A revised version of the VZA-001 based on constructive criticism.
 * VZA-002 - A sit-down type pod.
 * VZA-012 - A variant of the VZA-002 with a steering wheel, pedals, and a gear shift lever for driving-based games. Can be enhanced with a motion simulation upgrade package.
 * VZA-022 - A variant of the VZA-002 with a 360-degree motion simulation system, similar to Sega's R-360 cabinet. Sometimes known as the VZA-360 in printed advertisements.

Legend

 * (A) = Released only on V-Zone A
 * (H) = Released only on V-Zone H
 * (C) = Cancelled

Shooting

 * Cyber Gallery
 * V-Zone Arena
 * Trick Shot
 * Turret Gunner

Sports

 * V-Zone Sports: Boxing
 * V-Zone Sports: Tennis
 * V-Zone Sports: Bowling
 * V-Zone Sports: Squash
 * Virtual Batting Cage

Driving

 * V-Zone Rally '95
 * Formula V-Zone
 * V-Zone Bumper Cars
 * Battle Racers
 * Battle Racers Ver. B

More to be added!