Virtual Reality

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  1. Tom Pake

    Solved! Anyway to just buy a vive headset?

    Curious if you could just buy the headset itself. Not the pro version nor something that isn't a Vive.
  2. S

    Solved! add USB 3.0 to old pc

    I am going to get a windows mixed reality headset for Christmas. My PC is a low profile dell optiplex 990, with no USB 3.0, and no spare pci-e bracket (my 1050 ti takes up two brackets) Is there any way I could add a USB 3.0? for wmr it is compulsory.
  3. mjenderrun

    Processor ok for VR?

    Hello, I'm new here as a member but certainly not as a reader. So I'm looking into buying an Oculus Rift, and am wondering if I'll also need to look into upgrading my PC. I'm aware that I have a processor bottleneck, but am not sure if it's significant enough to matter. I Frankensteined this PC...
  4. G

    Solved! VR in my Basement

    So I'm currently in the process of finishing my basement and had a really good idea but I have absolutely no idea how to actually go through with it. My gaming PC is currently stationed in my room upstairs, but when I have parties I would like to be able to play VR on my Vive downstairs with my...
  5. lillozzer68

    Will my system run VR

    I’m pretty sure I can just wanna know for sure System https://pcpartpicker.com/user/lillozzer68/saved/68rXHx
  6. Graybush

    The Mobile Gamer Gift Guide 2018

    Getting the perfect gift for the mobile gamer in your life is not easy. Big gifts are out of the question. So how do you compliment someone who is always on the go? Our gift guide is full of must-have items for mobile gamers and a few unique ideas you can't go wrong with. Samsung Gear VR -...
  7. R

    Solved! Help build PC for Multi-user VR Gaming via Virtualization

    Hey Friends, I am in the US and I'd like to build a multi-user VR PC that allows me to run four players in VR by using Virtualization and passthrough to put each player on a separate graphics card all in one machine. I am using (4)four SteamVR based headsets and running them all using the same...
  8. I

    Can i run VR at this laptop?

    The laptops model is FX553VD-FY012T the laptops specs are: CPU: Intel Core i7-7700HQ GPU:Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 (i dont know if ti because my laptop is showing non ti with 4gb vram so.)...
  9. W

    Solved! Vive controller rattle

    Hey, recently I was playing in vr and accidently hit something with the htc vive controller, and now whenever I move or shake it, it makes a really annoying rattling sound, it’s like there and hundreds of tiny balls shaking around, it is extremely frustrating. Is there any way to fix this or do...
  10. G

    Google's VR Headset Drops to $30

    Heads up. Google's Daydream View is now at its lowest price ever. Google's VR Headset Drops to $30 : Read more
  11. L

    Solved! Fallout 4 vr

    Looking for some help with fallout 4. I've a few mods running that were recommended to smooth the game. But I'm looking for recommendations for really uping the graphics. I'm running a powerful rig with a 2080ti so would like to push the game as much as I can for the looks. I'm currently not...
  12. S

    Solved! Is the HDMI the headphone jack on a Westinghouse vr4030

    Where do I plug in headphones to a Westinghouse VR 4030 television?
  13. Nervly

    Solved! Upgrading CPU for VR! (i5-6500 > i7-7700k vs i7-8700k)

    I currently own an i5-6500 with 8GB RAM and a GTX 1060 3GB. My motherboard is a MSI Z170A Gaming Pro Carbon. Most games I play are alright though sometimes I experience a lot of ghosting when spinning my head due to the FPS drops and some actually stutter when something faster's going on in the...
  14. cgplays

    Budget VR Build?

    Hi, I was looking into buying a htc Vive but my current pc is a potato. What would be a good budget pc build that can run beat saber, and also not destroy my bank account. Thanks!
  15. M

    Solved! VR build upgrade (need advice)

    I am looking into getting an oculus rift in the future but need to upgrade my specs i was wondering should i upgrade my gpu or cpu and what i should upgrade it to with a budget of around 200 euro Any help appreciated Specs: CPU-AMD A10-6700 GPU-GTX 960 4gb 8gb 800mhz ddr3 ram
  16. I

    Solved! Very quick question's ~ About VR

    I want to ask 2 things. -This first one is, I want to buy oculus rift on this comming "black friday" for that really nice offer With a budget of around that 350$ - 380$ Is a good idea? I saw that oculus quest but, the space, all the components on the headset, I see that with too much weight...
  17. misssmith11

    Oculus Quest Hands-On: The New King of Mobile VR

    The Oculus Quest is an exercise in carefree exploration that shows if nothing else, that virtual reality isn't dead (for now). Oculus Quest Hands-On: The New King of Mobile VR : Read more
  18. G

    Worthwhile GPU upgrade for VR?

    Current specs Gpu 7950 Cpu fx8350 I'm looking to see if upgrading my card at this point would be worth the money for VR gaming. Currently I can play the less intensive games in VR for example beat saber. I'm mildly able to run the beefy games like Skyrim however the fps is much lower and...
  19. bigbobsmith1968

    Msi B350 pc mate

    I have a Question I was thinking about building a new Ryzen system for about 1000$ For VR... but I needed to know if the msi b350 pc mate has enough ports for VR and if not can you recommend some motherboards... https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/B350-PC-MATE.html Thanks! -ps I’m new to pc...
  20. N

    will this computer run VR well?

    HP Pavilion Gaming PC Desktop Computer, AMD Ryzen 5 2400G, AMD Radeon RX 580, 8GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, Windows 10 (690-0020, Black)
  21. L

    Recommended Graphics Card for VR Ready/General Gaming

    In advance, thank you for any help! I’m getting a Rift and also need to upgrade my graphics card. What card would offer the best value/longevity? Budget: $500 ($550 absolute maximum if really worth it) Current Card: Nvidia GTX 660 Processor: i7-3770 @ 3.4GHz RAM: 10gb Motherboard: Pegatron...
  22. M

    Please advise on my new VR Comp Rig

    Hey Guys and Gals, I am trying to build a great VR/gaming computer. My last rig is from 2010. I've done a lot of comparing and research, and built the following computer. I was hoping to get some feedback before pulling the trigger. It looks like, for the time being, there is no benefit to...
  23. D

    Solved! why does nvidia experience say my laptop doesnt support virtual reality?

    so my acer nitro 5 says it is oculus ready but nvidia experience says that it does not meet the requirements. what am I not understanding? is there anything I am not understanding?
  24. M

    Run PC VR game without PC specific VR gear

    I have a gtx 1080 and an i7 - 8700k build and I would like to knoe if its possivle to play VR games using VR gear meant for phones
  25. J

    Solved! Would you Buy This? Ryzen 1400 GTX 1060 6GB

    I'm here looking at the SkyTech ArchAngel 2 RYZEN 1400, 16GB DDR4 2400 Ram, GTX 1060 6GB, and a 600W Power Supply for my VR system and I did a comparison on PC Partpicker, Cyberpower, Ibuypower, and Newegg and those had a higher price. https://skytechgaming.com/product/shadow-ii-copy/ Would...
  26. V

    where to buy high resolution displays

    I am trying to make my own vr headset but i cant find anywhere to buy the screens. Im looking for a 2k to 4k 7 inch screen. Could somebody help me?
  27. J

    can my pc run vr

    i have recently just bought the htc vive and i'm having trouble setting it up my specs are: Laptop gv62 7re Gtx 1050ti, i don't know how many gb I5-7300 12gb ram can my laptop run vr
  28. T

    Solved! Gaming Laptop around 3000e

    Hello friends, I am looking for HD gaming laptoop. Performance and price is the most important. If you can discuss little bit about these devices which I am looking for. choice number 1: MSI GT83VR 6RE Titan SLI GTX 1070SLI...
  29. harrystam

    Why is Full Body Tracking Not Done More Often?

    Aside from the high price point of around $380.00 USD (after you purchase 3 trackers and straps) Why isn't this really fun and immersive feature used in more games. I can find a few lists of full body tracking games that only include up to 20 games and most of them are (more or less) pretty...
  30. M

    Htc Vive or Oculus Rift

    So im in college and money is tight, ive found a couple of vives for 250$ and found a couple of oculus rifts for 180$ which should i buy. Ive used both at a VrLounge and the vive felt better but is it worth it?
  31. P

    Will my PC run vr smoothly?

    Ok, so i want to buy windows mixed reality. My current PC is: - gtx 660 - i5 660 - 4x 4gb ram 1333mhz - asus p7h55-m pro (motherboard) and I know its not enough for vr but when I upgrade my PC to i7 - 870 and gtx 1060 will I be able to run vr smoothly? i7-870 is between minimum and recomended...
  32. U

    Virtual Reality Technology

    How far are we from virtual reality or augmented reality becoming a mainstream platform? The reason I ask this is because technology is always taking a leap ahead. Every new day we see something new popup. Will the way things are turning up let one piece of tech settle down.
  33. D

    Please connect your headset 2181038087-7

    My Acer Windows Mixed Reality one day just stopped working with this error message : "2181038087-7" or just : connect your headset" Ive tried every usb driver for my pc and drivers for the headset but my fears of my headset just being completely broken was when i plugged it in my friends pc and...
  34. M

    Solved! Upgrading my pc to vr

    So right now my computer is trash. With maybe playing games like pubg on low at 10-30 fps. I wanted to upgrade to the Rx580 and Ryzen 5 1600 for vr. Well someone told me that those parts wouldn't run to well and if i have a $500 budget i should go for https://pcpartpicker.com/list/JLmH7W That...
  35. 1

    Cheap upgrade to my old pc for VR gaming

    Hey, Im looking to upgrade my old PC into a cheap VR gaming pc (yeah I know, cheap and VR done always go together well). Currently my CPU is an i3 550 and my graphics card is an AMD Radeon HD 7800 series card (2gb). I dont want to spend too much, as my new job I'm starting soon doesnt have...
  36. C

    Vr 1080ti question

    I want to get into vr gaming with a 1080ti. Is it best to save up and buy a computer with it or buy a computer and upgrade it.
  37. F

    Older PC VR Ready?

    I've upgraded my RAM to 16GB and recently picked up a MSI GTX 1060 Armor edition (3GB) for $120 and I currently have an I5 2500 (non k) I have been looking and it seems that I can upgrade to an I7 3770K for less than $200 (Motherboard has an LGA 1155 Socket)... is it worth it? would I be able to...
  38. S

    Solved! What do I need?

    Hi all, just played my first VR game (Arizona Sunshine) the other day, and though I realise the genre is still in it's infancy, I want to start looking at upgrading my system within the next year. Now, after playing Arizona Sunshine, I'm happy with the graphics, (realising that they could be...
  39. P

    Need something inexpensive to plug into the GPU dvi port and support multiple hdmi connections.

    My GPU only has one port which is DVI, so I have a DVI to HDMI cable connecting it to my monitor. I need a splitter or something similar that has at least 2 or 3 hdmi ports (3 if in the future I need another hdmi port) for a reasonable price, so that I can have both my psvr using trinus psvr and...
  40. T

    How to cast Windows Mixed Reality VR from PC onto TV

    Bit of context I got a free Windows Mixed Reality VR headset with a gaming laptop which I found out doesn’t have a graphics card to run VR. I do have a gaming PC which can but I want to be able to have the feed played on the big screen in the front room for everyone to see. I’ve got my PC...
  41. K

    Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD vs Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR for Safaries?

    I am confused between which camera to buy along with which lens. My main priority is Wildlife mainly Bigcats, especially tigers as i live in India. Next priority is just travel photography (nature mainly) with friends and family. I am not a professional photographer, i am a doctor and i have...
  42. R

    Laptop Reccomendations? Thanks.

    So, I have been doing some research lately as to which laptop I’m going to purchase. I was wondering if you guys could help me out! So, I’m wanting to be able to run adobe products such as Adobe Animate or sometimes Premiere Pro. I’d also like to be able to do some VR on the side. I have a...
  43. B

    Any "full length" vr games?

    Other than Fallout 4 and Skyrim, what are some good FULL LENGTH VR games? I've bought about a dozen, and Beat Saber is understandably great, but they're all the size of glorified demos and arcade shooters. Any meatier games out there? HUGE fan off Fallout 4, just not paying $80 for a VR...
  44. D

    Oculus go and gun club vr

    So my question is pretty simple. Will Gun Club VR run on the Oculus go that's pretty much all there is to it and if not, will it run Gun Club 3. And if so what are the differences between the two
  45. R

    HTC Vive Tracking Issues

    Hey, I've had my vive for a few months now and it's been great so far, but recently I've been getting some serious tracking related issues that's really making VR extremely difficult to use properly. In certain areas my hands in game or controllers seem to just fly off in random directions...
  46. D

    Will vive pro drop price or new high-end vr headset release?

    I may plan to buy a vive pro headset, so I would like to know vive pro will drop price or not later this year or other competitive products come out. Thanks.
  47. F

    Too Old for VR? CPU/GPU

    I built my rig a few years back I have an I5 - 2500 (not K) @ 3.3Ghz. The motherboard is an EVGA z68 SLI Micro Motherboard ( LGA 1155 SOCKET), 8gb DDR3, and a GeForce GT 430 w/ a 750W power-supply - I already know my GPU needs an upgrade and my RAM as well... I was just seeing if anyone had...
  48. O

    Will the ASUS FX503VM with i5 7th gen and gtx 1060 2gb be able to run an oculus rift and play tthe high end vr games

    Ive been looking to buy a gaming laptop for a while now and have decided this is the one for me and have also been wanting to start playing vr game but have been wondering will this pc be able to run them at a Good frame rate ?
  49. D

    Is my PC VR ready now?

    The reason why I’m asking this is because I asked this before, but now I changed the parts in my pc build. So will it be able to run VR games even at low settings now?http://
  50. D

    Can my PC run VR even at low settings?

    Hi I’m going to be building a my own gaming PC, and I was just wondering if it could run VR, even if it has to run at low settings. http://, here’s the PC build.
  51. N

    My index aqua vr 5.5 mobile

    My index aqua vr 5 .5 mobile switching off suddenly when i browsing . Its showing 100% charging . When I started brows it's saying battery low. Again switched on again battery I'll show 100%. I can't able to make too. Plz give solution
  52. T

    Upgrading PC for vr

    I currently have an i3-6100 and an Rx 460 and 16gb of ram. I have enough money to get an oculus rift and really want to. My PC isint great though so I know I won't be able to run alot but will it suffice for a month until I have enough to upgrade to a 1060 and an I5 or should I just wait. I just...
  53. J

    Question regarding to HtcVive set up?

    Hi guys,new here with vive and vr. -I want to ask if I plug my HTC Vive (the head set) using the provided 3 in 1 cable (HDMI) to the link box,then hdmi out from the link box to my laptop. After that, use the dual mode mini display port from my laptop (because the only HDMI is being use by the...
  54. B

    Pointless to buy now?

    I'm incredibly interested in finally getting into VR, and have a PC that can handle it, no problem. Since the Vive Pro recently came out, though, I'm almost willing to bet other gen 2 hardware is not far behind, perhaps a Vive or Rift 2.0. I'd love to pick up a standard Vive right now, I'm not...
  55. T

    MSI63 VR HDMI Spark now not turning on (including no charging light)

    Hi there, When I plugged in my MSI63VR to my tv the hdmi sparked and so did the back of my TV, I changed to a different HDMI cable and it seemed to work fine, The laptop continued to work and I watched about 30 minutes of Ready player One (quite enjoying so far) The low battery sign...
  56. Graybush

    Is VR Dying?

    With Microsoft's announcement that they'll be pulling away on VR development for the Xbox and instead concentrating on PC platforms, you have to wonder if Virtual Reality is going to be a realized genre for the gaming world. Others will argue that VR definitely has a place and that some...
  57. R

    Solved! will my GTX 1050 ti with a A10-8750 be able to run beat saber smoothly?

    i have a GTX 1050 ti graphics card, an A10-8750 processor and 12 GB of ram. Will i be able to play beat saber using an HTC Vive smoothly?
  58. P

    Solved! Getting my pc VR ready

    Hi guys, I really want to buy a vr headset to use on my pc. The only problem is 'my pc isn't good enough'. My question is if i could upgrade my pc and with which equipment or do i need to buy a new one. The specs: Operating System: Windows 10 Home 64-bit CPU: AMD A8-7650K Kaveri 28nm...
  59. C

    Solved! Problem with AR

    I need AR for my cardboard but my Huawei P9 lite lacks it, it cannot be rooted and I'm sick of it. I wanted to ask if I can like take out a gyro sensor from an old RC heli and put it in my phone somehow.. Idk don't judge me I'm just asking
  60. F

    Solved! Can my laptop run a vr headset?

    I'm thinking about getting on but, I need to know if my laptop can run it. Specs: AMD E2-7110 apu with AMD Raedon r2 graphics 1.80hz 4 gb (3.47 usable) 64 bit. I just want to use it for vrchat, I know nothing whatsoever about graphics and stuff yet lol.