Just read Palmer Luckey’s latest post on “Turning Soldiers Into Superheroes,” and it brought back a flood of memories from the early days of VR experimentation.
Long before mixed reality hit the mainstream, I got my hands on an Oculus DK1 and set it up in a vacant office at First American Title. We turned that empty room into a mini VR lab, taking shifts to test content in short bursts. Motion sickness was so intense back then that we’d stumble into meetings afterward looking pale and slightly disoriented — prompting concerned glances and comments like “Why is your face so green?”
Palmer’s work continues to push the boundaries of immersive technology, and it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come — from shaky prototypes that made you queasy to precision-built systems that enhance performance and even save lives.
What excites me most is that we’re no longer just chasing novelty — we’re building purpose-driven immersive tools that serve real human needs, from defense to healthcare to education. I’m proud to have been part of those foundational days, and even more excited for what’s next.
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