Well this looks so fun...

[BigRowdy]

I will be saving up for a VR headset.

Recommendations on a VR headset anyone? Total noob in that area.

Thanks.

[MommaBee]

it depends on what you wanna get.
If you want a simple and just starting out, go for the quest 2. with a good storage if you can afford it! including a link cable to your pc! even if its a laptop still getting one is advised!
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Personally I have the index and I find it alot better, as I have high quality, sound and finger tracking. as well as other features, like being able to play certain games that are ONLY PCVR.
You will need a good computer to of course RUN a PCVR headset. if you do have a good enough computer, you could also run games in VR with mods, Skyrim, Fallout, etc. and im able to run it all thanks to a good computer and index.
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I dont own nor really have a reason to get a quest, so I can't really give ya the deets on that. but that's my own personal small slice xD

[BigRowdy]

Originally posted by MommaBee:

it depends on what you wanna get.
If you want a simple and just starting out, go for the quest 2. with a good storage if you can afford it! including a link cable to your pc! even if its a laptop still getting one is advised!
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Personally I have the index and I find it alot better, as I have high quality, sound and finger tracking. as well as other features, like being able to play certain games that are ONLY PCVR.
You will need a good computer to of course RUN a PCVR headset. if you do have a good enough computer, you could also run games in VR with mods, Skyrim, Fallout, etc. and im able to run it all thanks to a good computer and index.
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I dont own nor really have a reason to get a quest, so I can't really give ya the deets on that. but that's my own personal small slice xD

Thank you. Would you mind sharing your computer specs so I can get an idea of what you wood consider a good computer?

[MommaBee]

CPU: Amd ryzen 7 3700x
Motherboard: Micro-star interactional x570
Ram: 32gb's
and using a single SSD for main computer stuff (windows/operating/etc) and then 3 HDD hard drives.
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I mostly got these parts from streaming and the like, but ive also had these parts for quite some time, and they've lasted me for awhile now

[MommaBee]

Coming back to this, many have also played on the "Meta quest 2" so you don't need a powerful computer, but again if you want like other games that are higher quality, half life alyx (like at max settings) and such, you'll need a decent computer xD

[BigRowdy]

Im just moving into AMD I just got a 5600 x and plan on a 12GB 6800 x or maybe the lower 6700x. I dont want the 6750 or 6850 because the higher frequency means more heat and it gets over 100 F (38 C) in the summer. I also only use 32 GB RAM PCIE 4. Do you think that will be enough?

And another question if you dont mind is NVDIA better for VR? I heard AMD drivers can be a pain....

[MommaBee]

personally never had beef with AMD as Ive used it for a good few years now, and have also over clocked it a bit, and have had no issues.
Your computer should be A-okay for vr! just don't go overly crazy if you decide to touch modding on some games and install every graphic mod known to man and you should be fine! there are also tutorials you can look up along side for vr equipment to get the best performance and personal prefrence to how you should move, play space, etc etc.

[MommaBee]

As for me, I have a big enough play space in which I do stand up comedy and other performance related task's in my room, thankfully big enough to move around, jump and do things of that nature, however its not REQUIRED. you can also play simply sitting in your chair/bed if you wish for a more relaxed experience in vr! and there's plenty of VR games out there for relaxing experiences or standing experiences!

[BigRowdy]

Originally posted by MommaBee:

personally never had beef with AMD as Ive used it for a good few years now, and have also over clocked it a bit, and have had no issues.
Your computer should be A-okay for vr! just don't go overly crazy if you decide to touch modding on some games and install every graphic mod known to man and you should be fine! there are also tutorials you can look up along side for vr equipment to get the best performance and personal prefrence to how you should move, play space, etc etc.

Thank you so much. I know nothing about what I am getting into so you have set me feet straight on the long journey ahead. I really appreciate your kindness.

[MommaBee]

Originally posted by BigRowdy:

Originally posted by MommaBee:

personally never had beef with AMD as Ive used it for a good few years now, and have also over clocked it a bit, and have had no issues.
Your computer should be A-okay for vr! just don't go overly crazy if you decide to touch modding on some games and install every graphic mod known to man and you should be fine! there are also tutorials you can look up along side for vr equipment to get the best performance and personal prefrence to how you should move, play space, etc etc.

Thank you so much. I know nothing about what I am getting into so you have set me feet straight on the long journey ahead. I really appreciate your kindness.

Of course! ive been in vr for so many years now, its always a treat to see new people be interested in vr! and I know how scary it can be, so Im always willing to throw my hand out to give a bit of a start in the world of VR

[BigRowdy]

Originally posted by MommaBee:

As for me, I have a big enough play space in which I do stand up comedy and other performance related task's in my room, thankfully big enough to move around, jump and do things of that nature, however its not REQUIRED. you can also play simply sitting in your chair/bed if you wish for a more relaxed experience in vr! and there's plenty of VR games out there for relaxing experiences or standing experiences!

If you share that comedy on YT or whatever I would be happy to watch some. My life motto is live in joy and laughter.