{"id":69,"date":"2020-01-02T12:43:15","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T12:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/?p=69"},"modified":"2020-04-14T17:41:13","modified_gmt":"2020-04-14T17:41:13","slug":"virtual-reality-gaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/","title":{"rendered":"Virtual Reality Gaming \u2013 The Tech, The Gear, &#038; The Games"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662dbb249f6b3\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662dbb249f6b3\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#What_You_Need_to_Start_Playing_Virtual_Reality_Games\" title=\"What You Need to Start Playing Virtual Reality Games\">What You Need to Start Playing Virtual Reality Games<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#Virtual_Reality_Gaming_Headset\" title=\"Virtual Reality Gaming Headset\">Virtual Reality Gaming Headset<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#Virtual_Reality_Games_for_the_PC\" title=\"Virtual Reality Games for the PC\">Virtual Reality Games for the PC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#Virtual_Reality_Game_System\" title=\"Virtual Reality Game System\">Virtual Reality Game System<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#Will_Microsoft_Enter_The_VR_Market\" title=\"Will Microsoft Enter The VR Market?\">Will Microsoft Enter The VR Market?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#Virtual_Reality_Games_For_Your_Smartphone\" title=\"Virtual Reality Games For Your Smartphone\">Virtual Reality Games For Your Smartphone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#The_Best_Virtual_Reality_Games_Available_Today\" title=\"The Best Virtual Reality Games Available Today\">The Best Virtual Reality Games Available Today<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/best-vr-apps\/virtual-reality-gaming\/#Final_Word\" title=\"Final Word\">Final Word<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span>Virtual reality gaming<\/span> is the latest and greatest trend. While we are still at the forefront of this exciting new technology, it is already starting to change the way we play games. In this guide, we\u2019ll talk about what you need to start gaming in virtual reality and talk about what makes a great virtual reality video game!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Need_to_Start_Playing_Virtual_Reality_Games\"><\/span>What You Need to Start Playing Virtual Reality Games<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up virtual reality at home is surprisingly easily. You only need a few key devices and many of them come in bundles. The exact set up will depend on whether you\u2019re planning to play virtual reality video games on your PC or on a gaming system like Xbox or PlayStation. You also have the option to play using your smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, we\u2019ll talk about the set up for playing virtual reality games online or at least on your PC. In later sections, we\u2019ll look at the gear need for playing on a gaming system and for your smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtual_Reality_Gaming_Headset\"><\/span>Virtual Reality Gaming Headset<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For virtual reality gaming on any platform, the more important piece of equipment is going to be your headset. For the PC, you can choose from the 2 best options on the market. Assuming your computer is up to date enough to handle the output needed by your headset, the PC is the best way to experience virtual reality in terms of the quality of the virtual world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Oculus-Rift-gaming.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Oculus-Rift-gaming.jpg\" class=\" sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Man Playing Game Using Oculus Rift VR Headset\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The two best choices for virtual reality headsets to use with your PC are the Oculus Rift and the HTC Vive. We have done more in depth reviews (and even a comparison of the two) already but we\u2019ll some up the key points about each here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oculus Rift<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Oculus Rift uses state of the art tech to make the virtual world as realistic as possible and let you become fully immersed. The display uses separate screens for each eye, both of which are high resolution. It has a powerful refresh rate which decreases lag time and prevents pixilation. That means you get a smoother, more natural movement as the display continuously reorients itself to match your head movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The casing itself is <span>ergonomically designed and very comfortable to wear.<\/span> And the full bundle with headset, sensors, and an Xbox One controller is sold at a lower price than the HTC Vive. The main drawback is that it hasn\u2019t yet launched its motion controllers. It also has fewer games available compared to the Vive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/oculus-rift-vs-htc-vive.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/oculus-rift-vs-htc-vive.jpg\" class=\" sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Oculus Rift Next to HTC Vive on a Table\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HTC Vive<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On the tech level, the HTC Vive is comparable to the Oculus Rift. <span>The quality is equal<\/span>. The key difference is found in the tracking tech. Where the Oculus Rift uses a single sensor mounted in front of you while you sit at your computer, the Vive uses 4 sensors mounted in each corner of your room so that you can stand up and move about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can recreate this with the Oculus Rift by just buying additional sensors but the Vive bundle already comes with the sensors you need to do this. The Vive also comes with more games because it was made in partnership with Valve Corporation, the developers behind Half Life and the Steam ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/htc-vive_Small.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/htc-vive_Small.jpg\" class=\" sp-no-webp\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the Vive bundle already includes motion controllers which allow you to move your hands more naturally, making the virtual experience that much more immersive. It is definitely the more expensive option, though. And, as mentioned, the tech quality itself is equal to the Rift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So it\u2019s up to you to decide if having the motion controllers (which the Rift will also have soon) and more games is worth the extra cost. Whichever way you go, you are getting a fantastic headset. So it mostly depends on whether price or game variety is the biggest priority for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtual_Reality_Games_for_the_PC\"><\/span>Virtual Reality Games for the PC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We can roughly break virtual reality PC games into 2 broad categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-uagb-section uagb-section__wrap uagb-section__background-undefined uagb-block-15541df1-1d10-45d0-a7c3-638b88a644b2\"><div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-section__inner-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical uagb-block-b366e32e-5a10-4d30-9bfc-9db7b0221b9f\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list-repeater-0 uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__content-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 576 512\"><path d=\"M570.9 372.3c-11.3 14.2-38.8 24.3-38.8 24.3L327 470.2v-54.3l150.9-53.8c17.1-6.1 19.8-14.8 5.8-19.4-13.9-4.6-39.1-3.3-56.2 2.9L327 381.1v-56.4c23.2-7.8 47.1-13.6 75.7-16.8 40.9-4.5 90.9.6 130.2 15.5 44.2 14 49.2 34.7 38 48.9zm-224.4-92.5v-139c0-16.3-3-31.3-18.3-35.6-11.7-3.8-19 7.1-19 23.4v347.9l-93.8-29.8V32c39.9 7.4 98 24.9 129.2 35.4C424.1 94.7 451 128.7 451 205.2c0 74.5-46 102.8-104.5 74.6zM43.2 410.2c-45.4-12.8-53-39.5-32.3-54.8 19.1-14.2 51.7-24.9 51.7-24.9l134.5-47.8v54.5l-96.8 34.6c-17.1 6.1-19.7 14.8-5.8 19.4 13.9 4.6 39.1 3.3 56.2-2.9l46.4-16.9v48.8c-51.6 9.3-101.4 7.3-153.9-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__label-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Games that already existed before virtual reality headsets and have been modified to work with the headsets<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical uagb-block-5c5a4b91-094e-49b9-8ebf-efbd7fc8908d\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list-repeater-0 uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__content-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 576 512\"><path d=\"M570.9 372.3c-11.3 14.2-38.8 24.3-38.8 24.3L327 470.2v-54.3l150.9-53.8c17.1-6.1 19.8-14.8 5.8-19.4-13.9-4.6-39.1-3.3-56.2 2.9L327 381.1v-56.4c23.2-7.8 47.1-13.6 75.7-16.8 40.9-4.5 90.9.6 130.2 15.5 44.2 14 49.2 34.7 38 48.9zm-224.4-92.5v-139c0-16.3-3-31.3-18.3-35.6-11.7-3.8-19 7.1-19 23.4v347.9l-93.8-29.8V32c39.9 7.4 98 24.9 129.2 35.4C424.1 94.7 451 128.7 451 205.2c0 74.5-46 102.8-104.5 74.6zM43.2 410.2c-45.4-12.8-53-39.5-32.3-54.8 19.1-14.2 51.7-24.9 51.7-24.9l134.5-47.8v54.5l-96.8 34.6c-17.1 6.1-19.7 14.8-5.8 19.4 13.9 4.6 39.1 3.3 56.2-2.9l46.4-16.9v48.8c-51.6 9.3-101.4 7.3-153.9-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"uagb-icon-list__label-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Games that were designed from the beginning with virtual reality headsets in mind<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>That distinction is also worth noting when you are deciding between the Rift and the Vive. The Vive does have more games but this mostly because Valve Corporation has gone back and <span>made their games compatible. <\/span>While the Rift has fewer games, the majority of them were developed with the Oculus Rift in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason is this distinction is important has to do with how virtual reality actually comes into play in the game. When a game is modified to be compatible, the virtual reality aspects are usually more limited. You can look around and maybe navigate using your new VR system but the game itself is still pretty much designed to operate like a traditional game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container \" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"10 Virtual Reality Experiences That Are Too Realistic And Immersive\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9TCHlT3B24w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, when you play a game that was designed with the intention to be played on a VR headset, you can see the difference. These games tend to take full advantage of the virtual reality technology. Moreover, they develop stories and game play that make use of that tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t to stay that retroactively modified games aren\u2019t fun. <span>They definitely are.<\/span> And they are even more fun in virtual reality. However, if you are interested in seeing where gaming is headed with this new tech and you really want to explore the full functionality and possibility of virtual reality, you need to play a game that was designed from the beginning to be played in virtual reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtual_Reality_Game_System\"><\/span>Virtual Reality Game System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the world of gaming systems, the PlayStation 4 is the only way to go if you want to use virtual reality on a gaming system. Sony has made it\u2019s very own virtual reality headset which has a lot to rave about although it isn\u2019t perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the tech is a little bit lower quality than a Rift or Vive but that it is to be expected <span>and it\u2019s still very, very good.<\/span> And when you consider just how much lower the price is (it\u2019s less than half the price of a Rift), the slight drop in quality is more than a fair tradeoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/playstatio-vr-package.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/playstatio-vr-package.jpg\" class=\" sp-no-webp\" alt=\"PlayStation VR Launch Bundle Package\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with their headset, they\u2019ve got <span>50 new virtual reality games<\/span> that will be released so you can get a feel for what virtual reality gaming is truly capable of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PlayStation\u2019s primary rival in the market is Xbox and, so far, they have not shown in interest in developing a VR headset to plug into their Xbox One. At first, this seems like a mistake that gives PlayStation a clear advantage. And in some ways, the PlayStation 4 does take the lead here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Microsoft_Enter_The_VR_Market\"><\/span>Will Microsoft Enter The VR Market?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft is probably just approaching the market differently. Their main project is developing the HoloLens\u2014a set of augmented reality glasses. And in order to fill the gap of not having a virtual reality headset for their system, they have announced that it will be possible to stream Xbox One games to the Oculus Rift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That will expand the number of games playable with the Oculus Rift and give a degree of virtual reality capability to Xbox One users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a data-tcb-events=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.wareable.com\/headgear\/xbox-one-vr-headset-rumours-and-news\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\">Perhaps they will actually develop their own Xbox One VR headset<\/a> later on down the road. But for now, Sony\u2019s PlayStation 4 VR is the only way to go if you want to use virtual reality on a gaming system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We definitely recommend the PlayStation 4 virtual reality set up for anyone who is interested in trying out virtual reality but not ready to fork out the cash for a high end set up like the Rift or the Vive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtual_Reality_Games_For_Your_Smartphone\"><\/span>Virtual Reality Games For Your Smartphone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cheapest way to get into virtual reality is definitely with your smartphone. The quality drop is very noticeable and you\u2019re not going to get the same richness and complexity in your games as you would with a PC or a PlayStation. But then, you probably already don\u2019t expect that from smartphone games anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key advantages of virtual reality gaming with your smartphone are that it is <span>super affordable and it\u2019s convenient.<\/span> You can find tons of free virtual reality games for your smartphone. They are usually pretty simple but they are still a lot of fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you need to start using your smartphone as a virtual reality gaming device is a head-mounted display. The two main competitors on the market are the Google Cardboard and the Samsung Gear VR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/samsung-gear-vr.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/samsung-gear-vr.jpg\" class=\" sp-no-webp\" alt=\"White Samsung Gear VR on its Blue Package\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cardboard is your best bet for just about every phone. You can even use it with an iPhone\u2014and you would have to since Apple doesn\u2019t yet have a headset of its own yet. The Samsung Gear VR has a few more features but it\u2019s <a data-tcb-events=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.wareable.com\/wearable-tech\/gear-s2-iphone-2016\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">not yet compatible<\/a> with the iOS system so if you are using an iPhone, it\u2019s pretty much out of the question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got an android phone, you\u2019ve got a lot more options here. In terms of games, there aren\u2019t quite as many virtual reality games for the iPhone exclusively but there are plenty that are available on both systems and a few that are iPhone exclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Virtual_Reality_Games_Available_Today\"><\/span>The Best Virtual Reality Games Available Today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you look at the market as a whole, <span>there are an enormous amount of games <\/span>available that work with virtual reality. Here we are just going to give you a very brief overview to give you some sense of the diversity of options you have. We\u2019re including games for the Rift, the Vive, and the PlayStation here so that you can start thinking about which kind of games suit your tastes better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span>Vanishing Realms.<\/span> This game for the Vive has adventure, puzzles, and action. You need to maneuver around using your motion controllers and dodge enemies by actually physically dodging. You also get to wield a sword and block with a shield. So this game gets you standing up, hacking away at the air with your invisible sword, and defending attacks with your invisible shield. It\u2019s a really great example of what virtual reality can be.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Vanishing-Realms.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"\/\/www.vrinsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Vanishing-Realms.png\" class=\" sp-no-webp\" alt=\"RPG Vanishing Games\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span>Batman Arkham VR<\/span>. This game for the PlayStation 4 is everything a gamer and\/or nerd could want. It is Batman in virtual reality. Basically, you literally get to strap on a headset and be Batman. You\u2019re going to fall in love from the very beginning when you get to put on the Batsuit in front of a mirror.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div>\n\t\t    \t\t\n\n\t\t    \t\t\n\n\n\n\t\t    \t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase alignnone apilink yesprime amalinkspro-showcase-4 alp-load-api\" data-alp-showcase-id=\"4\" data-alp-img=\"LargeImage\" data-alp-asin=\"B01I48X1A0\" data-alp-hide-prime=\"\" data-alp-hide-image=\"\" data-alp-hide-price=\"1\" data-alp-hide-button=\"\" style=\"max-width:750px;\">\n\n\t\t    \t\t\t\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-img\">\n\t\t\t                    <span class=\"alp-showcase-img-wrap enabled-img\">\n\n\t\t\t                    \t\n\t\t\t                    \t\t<!-- <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"amalinkspro-license-loading-gif\" src=\"\/wp-admin\/images\/loading.gif\" alt=\"loading\" \/> -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"alp-showcase-img-link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01I48X1A0?tag=vrins-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><\/a>\n\n\t\t\t                    \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t                <\/div>\n\n\t\t                \n\t\t                <div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-info\">\n\t\t                    <a class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-4-titlebox \" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01I48X1A0?tag=vrins-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Batman: Arkham VR &#8211; PlayStation VR<\/a>\n\t\t                    <div class=\"showcase-4-features\">\n\t\t                    \t\n\t\t                    \t\n\t\t                    \t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\">Batman: Arkham VR immerses you in the Dark Knights Universe and redefines what it means to be the Batman.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\">Experience Gotham City through the eyes of the Worlds Greatest Detective in an all new Arkham mystery.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\">PlayStation VR required to play this game<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t                    <\/div>\n\n\t\t                    \n\t\t                <\/div>\n\n\t\t                <div class=\"amalinkspro-clear\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t                <div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-bottom-cta\">\n\t\t                \t\t\t                \t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-bottom-cta-price\"><\/div>\n\t\t                \t\t\t                \t<a class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-bottom-cta-link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01I48X1A0?tag=vrins-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"alp-showcase-amalink-editable\">View on Amazon<\/span><\/a>\n\t\t                \t<div class=\"amalinkspro-clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t                <\/div>\n\n\t\t                <!-- <div class=\"alp-showcase-loader\">\n\t\t                \t<span>\n\t\t\t                \t<i class=\"icon-amalinkspro-spin3 animate-spin\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t                <\/span>\n\t\t                <\/div> -->\n\n\t\t                \n\t\t                \t\n\t\t                \t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-clear\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t    \t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t    \t\t\n\n\t\t    \t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span>EVE: Valkyrie. <\/span>This game for the Oculus Rift lets you pilot a spaceship, maneuvering through asteroid fields and shipyards, and defending yourself against enemy ships that are trying to take you down. The frequent dodging and expert piloting maneuvers are all accomplished using the motion tracking so this game is definitely taking advantage of all that virtual reality has to offer.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div>\n\t\t    \t\t\n\n\t\t    \t\t\n\n\n\n\t\t    \t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase alignnone apilink yesprime amalinkspro-showcase-4 alp-load-api\" data-alp-showcase-id=\"4\" data-alp-img=\"LargeImage\" data-alp-asin=\"B01M1EOIJ0\" data-alp-hide-prime=\"\" data-alp-hide-image=\"\" data-alp-hide-price=\"1\" data-alp-hide-button=\"\" style=\"max-width:750px;\">\n\n\t\t    \t\t\t\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-img\">\n\t\t\t                    <span class=\"alp-showcase-img-wrap enabled-img\">\n\n\t\t\t                    \t\n\t\t\t                    \t\t<!-- <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"amalinkspro-license-loading-gif\" src=\"\/wp-admin\/images\/loading.gif\" alt=\"loading\" \/> -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"alp-showcase-img-link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01M1EOIJ0?tag=vrins-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><\/a>\n\n\t\t\t                    \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t                <\/div>\n\n\t\t                \n\t\t                <div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-info\">\n\t\t                    <a class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-4-titlebox \" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01M1EOIJ0?tag=vrins-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Eve: Valkyrie &#8211; PlayStation VR<\/a>\n\t\t                    <div class=\"showcase-4-features\">\n\t\t                    \t\n\t\t                    \t\n\t\t                    \t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\">Become an elite fighter pilot and immerse yourself in virtual reality space combat<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\">Live out the fantasy and thrill of being an elite spaceship pilot in the sprawling sci fi universe of EVE<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\">Join the Valkyrie, an outlaw band of galactic pirates, and take up arms to claim whats yours; Trade cannon fire for cash as you chase wealth and notoriety on the edge of space<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"alp-showcase-spec-val-editable\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t                    <\/div>\n\n\t\t                    \n\t\t                <\/div>\n\n\t\t                <div class=\"amalinkspro-clear\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t                <div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-bottom-cta\">\n\t\t                \t\t\t                \t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-bottom-cta-price\"><\/div>\n\t\t                \t\t\t                \t<a class=\"amalinkspro-showcase-bottom-cta-link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01M1EOIJ0?tag=vrins-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"alp-showcase-amalink-editable\">View on Amazon<\/span><\/a>\n\t\t                \t<div class=\"amalinkspro-clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t                <\/div>\n\n\t\t                <!-- <div class=\"alp-showcase-loader\">\n\t\t                \t<span>\n\t\t\t                \t<i class=\"icon-amalinkspro-spin3 animate-spin\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t                <\/span>\n\t\t                <\/div> -->\n\n\t\t                \n\t\t                \t\n\t\t                \t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"amalinkspro-clear\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t    \t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t    \t\t\n\n\t\t    \t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You have so many gaming options in virtual reality. We really suggest looking at <a data-tcb-events=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.maxim.com\/entertainment\/best-vr-games-to-play-right-now-2016-8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">more games<\/a> to see which device\u2019s overall selection you prefer before you make the final decision. Because in the end, you\u2019re going to have the best experience when you\u2019re using VR to play games that you really enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word\"><\/span>Final Word<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to virtual reality gaming, we definitely think the most immersive experience is on the PC using either the Rift or the Vive. But the PlayStation VR option is a worthy contender in the market and definitely worth the investment for those who are looking to avoid the high costs of the Rift and the Vive. Mobile virtual reality is a little more limited in functionality but it is extremely affordable and makes a great option for enjoying VR on the go.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Virtual reality gaming is the latest and greatest trend. While we are still at the forefront of this exciting new technology, it is already starting to change the way we play games. 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