EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VIRTUAL REALITY/VR GAMES

INTRODUCTION: Virtual Reality makes the user experience a parallel world that can be similar or different from the actual world we live in. The user here can interact with 3D environment created by VR by using special electronics devices.


PURPOSE: The virtual reality can be used both in educational and entertainment purpose. But the most use of VR is in the field of gaming as it gives a good gaming experience in 3D world.


WHAT IS VIRTUAL REALITY GAMING?

VR games are developed using the technology of virtual reality. VR games allow players to play as first person and experience the true world of 3D. VR games were though first introduced in 1968 but it got into trends during the past 2 to 4 years.


WHY SHOULD I CHOSE VR GAMING?

The VR games are worth it. The demand of VR games is getting strong and stronger. You should choose VR games because of their advanced technology and the experience it gives while playing. VR gaming has become more prominent and promising part of virtual reality.


Other than all these things, what a digital gamer wants is physical exercise. So, a VR game does that, it helps to burn some calories. Can’t believe?

Read this: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2020-04-26/coronavirus-virtual-reality-fitness-exercise-work-outs


More importantly gaming is all about your interaction with the game and its characters and this VR games would help you interact beyond your screen to almost a reality.

Last but not the least it is your enjoyment that would be a thousand times more and of course you will experience a great adrenaline boost in this virtually real world.


WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO PLAY VR GAMES?

The first thing you need have to play VR games is a VR headset. VR headsets are of various types according to their requirements,

PC tethered headsets: The PC tethered headset along with a good PC with constant connection is very important. But it requires a good set up space along with a good PC with constant connection and a powerful configuration. Oculus Rift is one of the best PC VR headsets.

Mobile powered headsets: This can be on your list while buying a headset but the quality and experience is not good. So if you need to experience VR in phone you may buy this but your phone can slow down with constant usage.

Stand alone headsets: A stand alone VR headset has built-in screen processor and battery. It usually can be controlled by 1 or 2 players. The best one is Oculus quest.

Console based headsets: It is probably the best VR headset and rungs long. It gives a quite good experience. The play station VR is the best console.

Along with good headsets one must have a good gaming set up with PC and sensor equipped gloves hand controlled if required for the game you want to play.


WHAT ARE THE BEST VR DEVICES TO PLAY GAMES?

There is a long list of VR devices which are good to play games. So, here are the top 5

  1. Oculus Quest 2
  2. Play station VR
  3. Valve Index
  4. Oculus Rift
  5. HTC Vibe

You can buy these devices and headsets from various sites online.


WHAT ARE THE BEST AND LATEST VR GAMES?

  • Half-life: Alyx: The game half-life alyx is about a vicious alien race known as the combine. There are other episodes of half-life also. It is a quite adventurous game. You can visit here,

https://www.half-life.com/en/alyx/

  • Star Wars: Squadron: This game play is about protection of galaxy. This game gives a breathtaking experience and includes thrilling themes and stories just like ‘The return of Jedi’. Sounds interesting you can buy this on:

https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/squadrons/overview

  • The walking dead: saints and sinners: This is basically an adventurous game where you have to fight survive and protect. You can visit the following to know more,

https://store.steampowered.com/app/916840/The_Walking_Dead_Saints__Sinners/

  • Iron Man VR: The most loved character of the famous sci-fi series on your VR .Wow! This is another breathtaking experience available for play station.


HOW CAN I PLAY VR GAMES AT LOWER PRICE?

If also at a lower price but the minimum price would not be less than Rs.600 per hour at any of the VR gaming centre.

If you want to experience VR at a cheaper price you can go for a mobile headset but its uses are limited and it won’t give a good experience.


VR Gaming sounds interesting right? Indeed it is. So, don’t be late come join the trained and stay entertained. Go get your VR game set NOW!


Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can play VR games on mobile for that you need mobile powered headset.

NO,you can not play VR games for free.