[Research] Virtual Reality: Objects of the Future (4CTA1214)

Virtual Reality has always been this crazy new concept that allows a gamer to almost be physically absorbed into a game. VR has been around since the 1950's however these were only basic models. Over time, the software and graphics have been perfected to give more of an interactive and life like gaming system.

There are many different consoles that offer virtual reality as a feature that all vary in prices. However, I wanted to write about the Oculus Rift and the Sony PlayStation VR system.

Specifications:

Sony PlayStation VR - £329.99
Headset: Tethered
Connections: HDMI, USB 2.0
Field of View (Degrees): 100
Sensors: Motion, external visual positioning


Gameplay from Skyrim on the Sony PlayStation VR system:















Oculus Rift - £475.98
Headset: Tethered
Connections: USB 3.0
Field of View (Degrees): 110
Sensors: Motion, external visual positioning
Gameplay from Super Hot an Oculus Rift only game:

The differences between the Sony PlayStation VR and the Oculus Rift is that the Sony PlayStation VR is cheaper and looks more aesthetically pleasing. Moreover, the design of the PlayStation VR looks more comfortable but weighs 610g compared to the Rift which weighs only 470g - significantly lighter.

If you are more of a PlayStation gamer then the Sony PlayStation VR system is an obvious choice compared to the Oculus Rift however if you a PC gamer then the Rift is definitely a better choice.

Biblography & References
Greenwald, W. (2017). The Best VR (Virtual Reality) Headsets of 2017. [online] PCMag UK. Available at: http://uk.pcmag.com/consumer-electronics-reviews-ratings/75926/guide/the-best-vr-virtual-reality-headsets-of-2017 [Accessed 30 Nov. 2017].

VR, S. (2017). Sony PlayStation VR Price In Pakistan. [online] Home Shopping Pakistan. Available at: https://homeshopping.pk/products/Sony-PlayStation-VR-Price-In-Pakistan.html [Accessed 30 Nov. 2017].

Blitz (2017). Dodging Bullets and Freezing Time! - SUPERHOT VR Gameplay - Oculus Rift VR - Virtual Reality. [video] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhR8boRzXnI [Accessed 30 Nov. 2017].

Amazon.co.uk. (2017). Cite a Website - Cite This For Me. [online] Available at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Oculus-301-00204-01-Rift/dp/B00ZFOGHRG [Accessed 30 Nov. 2017].

GameSpot (2017). 28 Minutes of Skyrim VR Gameplay. [video] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bw5B4_QoJM [Accessed 30 Nov. 2017].

Trusted Reviews. (2017). PlayStation VR vs Oculus Rift: Which is better? | Trusted Reviews. [online] Available at: http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/playstation-vr-vs-oculus-rift-2940361 [Accessed 30 Nov. 2017].

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