The XR_EXT_local_floor extension recently made its way into the core specification with the release of OpenXR 1.1. In this blog post, we will delve into the technical aspects of the LOCAL_FLOOR [1] reference space. While STAGE space is still available to developers for defining playspace bounds, we will show how LOCAL_FLOOR offers a convenient alternative for obtaining a recenterable floor space that does not require user calibration. Additionall

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The XR_EXT_local_floor extension has been promoted to OpenXR 1.1 core specification, providing a recenterable floor space without user calibration and including an estimated floor height.

Stepping Up: The Floor Is Yours with promotion of the XR_EXT_local_floor extension to OpenXR 1.1 Core

How does XR_EXT_local_floor solve the problem?

What are the immediate consequences for developers?