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Best VR Headsets Released So Far

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When virtual reality dropped, it was expected to have a bigger impact than it initially did, but it’s now finally making waves in the mainstream a few years on. We are now reaping the benefits of this technology in all aspects fo our lives education and real estate, whilst other markets like online gambling are keen to utilise this technology to enhance their overall service. However, to enjoy virtual reality for entertainment purposes it’s vitally important to make sure you pick out one of the best VR headsets that are on the market. So with so many out there to choose from, which ones should you be considering and why?

HTC Vive

When it comes to VR headsets, the HTC Vive is the king right now as things stand. It produces the best overall experience, and many suggest that it is by far and away the best around. The Vive has a great partnership in place for software with Valve, so it delivers in both performance and software. Visuals wise, users are treated to two 1080p displays and this creates a crisp viewing experience that every user will enjoy.

Oculus Go

Now, the Oculus Go is the device that is helping to take virtual reality into a completely new era, and this is one of the reasons it must be considered if you’re looking to purchase a VR headset. Unlike the HTC Vive for example, the Oculus Go doesn’t require either a PC or a smartphone to produce a brilliant virtual reality experience. There are over 1,000 apps, games and movies available, with more expected, making this headset one to consider.

PlayStation VR

The drawback to a few headsets is the fact that a high-end PC is required to use them, but with the PlayStation VR it’s just a case of owning a PlayStation 4. With many people owning the games console, it seems like a natural progression to take gaming to the next level by purchasing a virtual reality headset, and in this case the PlayStation VR is ideal. Users don’t have to compromise on quality either as the headset produces great experiences. With Sony backing it too, it’s worthy of its place on this list.

Samsung Gear VR

For some a virtual reality headset that they can use with their mobile phone is the preferred option and if that’s the case, the Samsung Gear VR is the headset of choice. Samsung have worked hard to build on their original headset, adding a motion controller, and this has taken things to a whole new level where mobile VR is concerned. There’s a good selection of games available for the Samsung VR and what it lacks in power, it makes up for in convenience.

HTC Vive Pro

The HTC Vive Pro is the new kid on the block where virtual reality is concerned, and it offers a much better experience than its predecessor, and current king of the market, the HTC Vive. Everything about this VR headset oozes class but the drawback will be the price, and therefore many people will still opt for the HTC Vive. It’s the most expensive VR headset but some people will feel the extra cost is worth it to enjoy the best experience around right now.

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New PS5 firmware is available for download!

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A PS5 firmware update on a cold winter morning is unmatched. The latest PS5 system software update is 23.02–08.40.00 from Sony. Does this one add useful features or just boost system performance?

Though closer to the latter, it’s more than Sony’s favorite patch note. It fixes security issues, improves messages and usability, and boosts system software performance. Official patch notes for this 1.185GB update:

  • We updated system software security
  • We improved system software stability and performance
  • Some screens now have better messages and usability

That’s it. PS5 gets another win to recover from its midweek slump. Do you share our enthusiasm for this firmware update? Comment below. To spice things up, make your comment rhyme.

 

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Baldur’s Gate 3’s Xbox Version Will Help PS5

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Belgian developer Larian Studios’ work on Baldur’s Gate 3’s Xbox Series S version will improve performance on all platforms, including PS5. The game’s fifth major patch, expected to launch this week, will include upgrades and new features. More details will be revealed later today.

Director of Publishing Michael Douse says PS5 performance improvements may be the “least exciting thing” in the title’s next update, so it sounds like a big one. Larian Studios employees are proud of “finally” implementing tweaks, fixes, and changes, Douse says. Later today, we’ll bring you all the Baldur’s Gate 3 update details.

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Those who reached the RPG’s third act have reported technical issues during the narrative’s conclusion, especially in co-op, so today’s update should fix them. New features like a permadeath mode are expected, along with Xbox Series S optimization fixes. What else should be added to the game?

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PC Mounts Show PlayStation Trophy Support

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We love the PlayStation ecosystem, especially its top first-party studios, but Sony Interactive Entertainment could do more to build goodwill. The long-awaited Trophy support for PS5 games on PC appears to be closer to reality, though nothing official has been announced.

TrueTrophie’s scanners found a new PS5 Trophy list with “PSPC” as a platform. The list, titled “Trophy Set” and unattached to a game, appears to be a test. TrueTrophies notes that developers rarely submit their own platforms to PSN, suggesting Sony is behind it.

TrueTrophies says this platform is separate from PS5 but can connect to it, suggesting compatibility. As PlayStation fans know, PS4, PS Vita, and PS3 games could share a list. In October 2022, Sony added PSN support to Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered’s PC release, allowing players to link Steam accounts to unlock an exclusive skin. Potentially minor, but something we’ll watch.

TrueTrophies lists PlayStation Trophies for serious hunters. They scrape the PlayStation Network’s ominous underbelly with scanners to provide the most up-to-date trophy lists, sometimes dangerously. TrueTrophies posted Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s trophy list weeks ago, with spoiler titles.

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