Physical sports: what is it and why you should try it

If you have ever tried on clothes online or made an order in a cafe using a QR code, then you are already somewhat familiar with the concept. The word "‎physical" is formed by the merger of two others: "‎physical" and "digital". This term is called Union digital and real experience through augmented or virtual reality technologies. Now phygital is not only a tool for solving everyday problems, but also an opportunity to rethink entertainment. For example, he has already brought new formats to the world of sports - we tell you how it works.

What are sports figurative games?

Physical sports are combinations of physical exercise and computer games. By the way, in Russia it is an independent sport. There are different formats, but there are two of the most popular.

1. Competition in a classic sport and its virtual counterpart

For such games, you need to assemble a team. First, the participants check who is stronger in a computer simulator, and then the match turns into reality. An important nuance: both parts of the competition are equal. In practice, it works like this. The football team plays the first half in FIFA and the second half on the field. At the same time, all the goals scored in the cyber and classic matches are summed up as a result. Fidgital can be arranged not only in football, but also in any sport that has a virtual version. For example, basketball - NBA, kart racing - Need for Speed.

Martial arts for teams are also easy to conduct in the figital format. As a digital part, let's say Mortal Combat is suitable. Rules can be organized like this:

• Before the start of the tournament, a draw is held.
• Each fighter from the team plays one match in Mortal Kombat and one real fight with the same opponent.
• The game in Mortal Combat lasts up to 2 wins, that is, a maximum of 3 rounds.
• A real duel takes place in the format of 3 rounds of 3 minutes.

2. Competition in VR

Such tournaments are suitable both for one person and for a company. The main thing is to get virtual reality glasses. As a rule, VR is used in tactical challenges and shooters. The player puts on a headset, takes a joystick and connects to the cyber worlds, turning into a virtual character. He jumps, runs, dodges obstacles, being in one place. The computer at the same time reads all the movements and automatically adjusts the gameplay to the player.

If you're not a big fan of classic shooting games, you can try some more relaxed competitions in VR. For example, playing golf with friends in Everybody's Golf or archery in QuiVr. By the way, it is not necessary to buy a headset - now virtual reality glasses can be rented.

Why you should try these games

There are at least four reasons for this.

1. Familiar sport can become phygital

If classic football, hockey or basketball are already boring, a digital game will help to add new colors to them. By the way, in Russia there is a whole federation this new format of sports, which introduces people to its features, holds competitions and even develops special regulations for its athletes.

2. The virtual part of the competition does not exclude training

On the contrary, it will turn out to pump all the same muscle groups, but in an unusual format. This is the main difference between digital and eSports. In addition, games that consist of several stages require a little more time and attention than a simple trip to the gym.

3. The combination of sports with computer games trains not only muscles

There is data that prove: gaming has a positive effect on the ability to navigate in space, memory, strategic planning and even fine motor skills. And switching attention from the virtual world to the real one also pumps up the speed of decision-making.

4. Players get an unusual experience

At least due to the virtual “workout room” created by the computer. When in doubt, remember how technology has already improved our lives and leisure. Take at least a movie. Previously, you had to catch your favorite films in the program guide, but today they are easy to watch at any time on online platforms. By the way, acquaintance with phygital can also be started as a spectator. And if you like it, retrain as a full-fledged player.