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1) Is it possible to create a standalone Jitter app for Steam?

2) Has anyone created a Jitter patch for use with the HTC Vive?

3) Ultimately, I want to know if it is possible to create a Jitter standalone which utilizes the HTC Vive that could be distributed via Steam. If not, can you explain why?

I am a capable Jitter programmer but not a gamer at all and know next to nothing about Steam, so please forgive my lack of knowledge in this area.

3) Ultimately, I want to know if it is possible to create a Jitter standalone  which utilizes the HTC Vive that could be distributed via Steam. If not, can you explain why? 

I am a capable Jitter programmer but not a gamer at all and know next to nothing about Steam, so please forgive my lack of knowledge in this area.


jitter-application-on-steam

https://github.com/worldmaking/Max_Worldmaking_Package

https://cycling74.com/forums/oculus-rift/page/3

3) I don't know, but I would consider that

a) Steam seems to require an SDK integration, which practically I think would mean you'd need to compile a Max external that wraps this SDK as needed, and bundle that in the standalone.

b) Steam requires a potentially lengthy greenlighting procedure that depends on significant community engagement.

http://www.steampowered.com/steamworks/FAQ.php

You might also consider Viveport, which doesn't require SDK integration and is processing projects quite quickly; and there doesn't seem to be any reason why a standalone Jitter app would be refused.

https://developer.viveport.com/us/develop_portal/

3) I don't know, but I would consider that
a) Steam seems to require an SDK integration, which practically I think would mean you'd need to compile a Max external that wraps this SDK as needed, and bundle that in the standalone.
b) Steam requires a potentially lengthy greenlighting procedure that depends on significant community engagement.

You might also consider Viveport, which doesn't require SDK integration and is processing projects quite quickly; and there doesn't seem to be any reason why a standalone Jitter app would be refused. 

https://developer.viveport.com/us/develop_portal/


BTW if you do get enough support for greenlighting through Steam, I would probably be able to provide the SDK integration as needed, because it would be great to see a Jitter app on Steam!

Jitter application on Steam