Kuala Lumpur, 10 October 2024 – The growing maturity and popularity of VR technology has not only changed the way people are entertained, but has also created a whole new experience in the field of sports. Today, registration for the PICO x Intel VR Sports | Ultimate Championship Event at Bird’s Nest (Beijing National Stadium) will officially open, with the tournament set to kick off on October 17. The event will feature 2 competitions. The first one is All-in-One Sports VR, and includes basketball, squash, shooting, boxing, volleyball, tennis, badminton, table tennis, soccer, and hockey. Not a sports buff? No worries, you can take part in the TempoClub competition instead!
This special communication of online and offline activities not only enhances interpersonal communication and interaction but also injects new vitality into the development of the sports industry.
Registration for the Ultimate Championship event is now officially open! If you’re a sports enthusiast and excited about VR technology, the PICO All-in-One Sports is the perfect choice for you. Experience the immersive sensation of combining all traditional sports programs into a single VR headset. Up to RM 2,400 worth of prizes in the prize pool, and two pairs of round-trip airfare tickets, two units of 4-day, 3-night stay in Beijing, including a visit to the iconic Bird’s Nest stadium, are also up for grabs*. 3 winners will be selected across Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand.
Online Competition
The competition begins from October 10th, 2024 at 10:00(GMT+8) and closes on November 3rd, 2024 at 18:00(GMT +8). After registration, players can choose to attend either one or both of the competitions.
Core ranking data will be provided as weekly ranking. This ranking will be shown once participants open the competition games on the PICO website. The ranking will be updated once a week. Final awards will be judged by the 3-week total play scoring.
PICO Creates a Better Life Experience for Global Consumers
As a technology brand with independent innovation and research capabilities, PICO has led the way in integrating virtual reality into areas like sports, video, and entertainment, enhancing the lifestyle of global consumers. In August 2024, the PICO 4 Ultra-VR-MR headset was launched, achieving new breakthroughs in human-computer interaction and ecological interconnection. Users can interact with virtual content in a lifelike physical environment and switch between different devices smoothly for a seamless connection.
By combining traditional sports with high-tech devices, limitations related to time, venue, environment, and professional equipment can be easily overcome, offering users more flexible and diverse fitness experiences while ensuring safer and more efficient workouts. In addition to collaborating with Intel on this VR sports festival, PICO will also partner with Juventus Women as their first VR device partner. Together, we aim to showcase women’s confidence and energy through the fusion of technology and sports.
Work out to chase away your worries! If you want to experience the thrill and excitement of VR sports firsthand, then log onto the PICO official website and sign up for the event.
