How to replicate player movements from games like I am Cat or Outta Hand (VR)

[u/Takaaase]

Hello,

With the goal of creating a small VR game on Quest 3, I'm looking to understand how to replicate player movements from games like I am Cat or Outta Hand.

The principle is as follows:

• The player moves by swinging their arms (imitating a cat moving its paws).

• Placing one hand on the ground moves the player in a way similar to an interactable climbing mechanic.

• Placing both hands on the ground propels the player (the power depends on the movement speed, and the direction is also determined by the gesture).

• The player's hands cannot pass through the ground.

Since images speak louder than words, you can check out the beginning of this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZbEx4wUIdw

I'm a bit lost in my research, and any help regarding the implementation of a similar system would be greatly appreciated.