What do you need for virtual reality?
A VR headset
You need a VR headset for virtual reality. There are different VR headsets with different specifications. For example, you use an all-in-one VR headset without cables and use other VR headsets with cables. For a PC or laptop VR headset, you need powerful specifications. A VR headset for console has exclusive games that aren't available on all-in-one and PC or laptop VR headsets.
Differences VR headsets
| All-in-one | For PC or laptop | For console | For phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use without cable | Yes | No | No | No |
| Minimum specifications | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Exclusive games | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Extra sensors | No | Yes | No | No |
Powerful specifications
A VR headset for PCs or laptops only works with a powerful PC or laptop. You need at least these specifications:
- Video card: NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700
- Processor: Intel i5-4590 / AMD Ryzen 1500
- RAM: 8GB
- Operating system: Windows 10
- Connectors: DisplayPort 1.4 / Mini DisplayPort, USB 3.0
VR headsets for consoles only work with consoles that are compatible. For example, the PS VR2 is only suitable for the PlayStation 5 and not for the other PlayStation consoles.
Free space
You need a lot of free space for VR gaming. You move as if you were really in the game. Some VR headsets have sensors you can hang in the room, which accurately follow your movements. With other VR headsets, the sensors are in the headsets. You can also set up a digital play zone before you start. When you step out of such a zone, the VR headset lets you know that you're out of your play zone. This allows you to game safely with VR headset. Make sure there are no obstacles in your play zone, so you won't bump into anything while gaming.
