A Survey on the Design of Virtual Reality Interaction Interfaces

Area of Science:

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality Technology
• Interface Design

Background:

• Virtual reality (VR) technology is rapidly advancing, necessitating effective interaction interfaces for optimal user experience.
• The VR interaction interface serves as a critical bridge for information exchange between users and VR systems.
• Interface design is a key research focus within the burgeoning field of VR technology.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive review of research advancements in virtual reality (VR) interaction interface design.
• To analyze methodologies and foundational principles in VR interface design and evaluation.
• To identify limitations, challenges, and future research directions in VR interaction interface design.

Main Methods:

• A systematic literature search was conducted on the Web of Science and CNKI databases from 2011 to 2023.
• A meticulous analysis of 438 selected articles on VR interaction interface design was performed.
• The review focused on identifying trends in practical case analyses, empirical evaluation methods, and design principles.

Main Results:

• The majority of VR interaction interface studies focus on practical case analyses within specific application scenarios.
• Empirical evaluation methods are commonly employed to assess objective or subjective metrics in VR interface design.
• Foundational principles and evaluation methodologies in VR interface design were elucidated.

Conclusions:

• Further research is needed in VR interaction interface design evaluation to develop robust standards and guidelines.
• Enhancing information design for multi-channel interactive interfaces is crucial for future VR systems.
• Interdisciplinary approaches and a focus on user diversity are essential for creating personalized and inclusive VR interaction interfaces.