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  • #252
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Lord Spence wrote: »
    Is that sarcasm? or is it really good?

    Da truth brother :)


  • #253
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEraNQdfd7o


    This looks great! Loving the art style.

    2020 is going to be a fantastic year for VR.


  • #254
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    I think The Room is gonna be a good one.


  • #255
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Oh Hi Mark!


  • #256
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    mrcheez wrote: »
    Oh Hi Mark!

    Leave your stupid comments in your pocket!


  • #257
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    mrcheez wrote: »
    Decided to go all out and upgrade my Quest to make it more comfortable. Had to drop another €100, but should all be worth it!

    Silicone face cover - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07WPHB3BT/

    Interchangeable cotton covers - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07YSLSHN5/

    Padding for rear strap - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B081CRH55Y/

    AMVR controller grip - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07X33DW1Z/


    I think the cotton covers are well overpriced, but whatever, at least now I can get all sweaty in Thrill of the Fight

    Fitted everything to the Quest today and it's a vast improvement overall.

    The pain at the back of my head has largely gone though I do still feel a little pressure back there. Might get sore after an hour whereas before it was sore almost immediately.

    The face masks definitely improve comfort on the face, but the controller grips are the best thing of the lot. No more cramp from having to constantly grip onto the controllers. They are probably more aligned with the Index controllers now.

    Overall well worth the investment so I'm ready to take on Half Life Alyx!


  • #258
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    mrcheez wrote: »
    Fitted everything to the Quest today and it's a vast improvement overall.

    The pain at the back of my head has largely gone though I do still feel a little pressure back there. Might get sore after an hour whereas before it was sore almost immediately.

    The face masks definitely improve comfort on the face, but the controller grips are the best thing of the lot. No more cramp from having to constantly grip onto the controllers. They are probably more aligned with the Index controllers now.

    Overall well worth the investment so I'm ready to take on Half Life Alyx!

    Any marks on the face after an hour+ use?


  • #259
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    kerplun k wrote: »
    Any marks on the face after an hour+ use?

    Nope. Face is as comfortable as hell. Could probably sleep with it on.

    My main issue has always been the back of the strap around my huge Irish melon, but the modified back strap has definitely reduced this problem around 80%.

    As for my PSVR, I reckon I'll just resort to using a scissors on the elastic bands so it's always at max extension ;)


  • #260
    cintec
    Registered Users Posts: 705 ✭✭✭cintec


    mrcheez wrote: »

    Silicone face cover - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07WPHB3BT/

    Interchangeable cotton covers - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07YSLSHN5/

    Do you use both of these at the same time i'm looking for something to reduce marks around the eyes and also light bleed from the nose.


  • #261
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    cintec wrote: »
    Do you use both of these at the same time i'm looking for something to reduce marks around the eyes and also light bleed from the nose.

    Yes both at the same time.

    Silicone layer as a replacement for the Oculus Quest foam, then the cotton eyemask sits on top of that. Feels great.

    Got the suggestion from Tyco Tech on YouTube

    https://youtu.be/JzGC_RTIruc?t=193


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  • #262
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    cintec wrote: »
    Do you use both of these at the same time i'm looking for something to reduce marks around the eyes and also light bleed from the nose.

    To any non VR user, this post reads like the headset gives you noise bleeds. :D


  • #263
    The Rook
    Registered Users Posts: 437 ✭✭The Rook


    Hi,
    Just wondering, is Half Life Alyx only available on Quest by using the Link Cable or is there a standalone game for the Quest?

    If there is a standalone game I can't find it!!

    Thanks
    Rook.


  • #264
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    The Rook wrote: »
    Hi,
    Just wondering, is Half Life Alyx only available on Quest by using the Link Cable or is there a standalone game for the Quest?

    If there is a standalone game I can't find it!!

    Thanks
    Rook.

    only available on Steam and playable using a Link cable as long as your PC is powerful enough for VR.


  • #265
    The Rook
    Registered Users Posts: 437 ✭✭The Rook


    mrcheez wrote: »
    only available on Steam and playable using a Link cable as long as your PC is powerful enough for VR.

    Goddamn it .... ah well, win some lose some.

    Thanks!


  • #266
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    The Rook wrote: »
    Goddamn it .... ah well, win some lose some.

    Thanks!

    If your GPU is powerful enough you can get a cheaper alternative to the Link cable here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/JOTO-Charging-Braided-Nintendo-Devices-Black/dp/B017COHTJ6/

    or try playing wirelessly using Virtual Desktop


  • #267
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    Hi All,

    I'm looking to invest in a VR system for HL Alyx. I've a Ps4 Pro with PSVR (+SSD) so thats what I'm used to.

    WOuld the Quest be a big drop from the Valve machine or are they close in specs and performance?


  • #268
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    sticker wrote: »
    Hi All,

    I'm looking to invest in a VR system for HL Alyx. I've a Ps4 Pro with PSVR (+SSD) so thats what I'm used to.

    WOuld the Quest be a big drop from the Valve machine or are they close in specs and performance?

    The Quest is awesome and great value for money. Link will let you play the more meatier games on it. The quest is enough for me. The biggest downside is the comfort, which I believe can be improved with 3rd accessories. But if you want the best VR experience I’d go with Rift S or the HTC VIve, + heigh end PC/Laptop.


  • #269
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    sticker wrote: »
    WOuld the Quest be a big drop from the Valve machine or are they close in specs and performance?

    The Quest is superb in terms of visuals and flexibility (hell you can bring it with you on holidays and still be able to play VR)

    Price to value ratio far exceeds the Valve Index offering.

    Sure Valve Index may have 10% improvement in visuals, but you're paying a premium plus you are locked into playing in one room where your PC is.

    Quest allows you to play Half Life Alyx out in the garden wirelessly if you want! (with minor visual loss)


  • #270
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    mrcheez wrote: »
    The Quest is superb in terms of visuals and flexibility (hell you can bring it with you on holidays and still be able to play VR)

    Price to value ratio far exceeds the Valve Index offering.

    Sure Valve Index may have 10% improvement in visuals, but you're paying a premium plus you are locked into playing in one room where your PC is.

    Quest allows you to play Half Life Alyx out in the garden wirelessly if you want! (with minor visual loss)

    Thanks. I'd prefer to use the poke in my PC - Is this an option with the Quest or is its power limited to the unit itself?


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  • #271
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    Also - Anyone know where I would buy a OCULUS Rift S?

    Seems to be out of stock locally!


  • #272
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    sticker wrote: »
    Thanks. I'd prefer to use the poke in my PC - Is this an option with the Quest or is its power limited to the unit itself?

    not sure what a poke is, but yeah the Quest uses all the power of the PC when connected via Link cable (or 3rd party cable) :)


  • #273
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    If anyone is interested in escape room type games, there’s one out today called RoomVR. Just got it now and gonna play later this evening.


  • #274
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    Is this the latest version of Quest? Anyone playing Alyx on Quest? Hows it running?

    https://www.scan.co.uk/products/oculus-quest-all-in-one-vr-gaming-system-64gb-wireless-inc-headset-plus-l-r-touch-controllers-no-pc


  • #275
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    sticker wrote: »
    Is this the latest version of Quest? Anyone playing Alyx on Quest? Hows it running?

    https://www.scan.co.uk/products/oculus-quest-all-in-one-vr-gaming-system-64gb-wireless-inc-headset-plus-l-r-touch-controllers-no-pc

    yeah that's the one

    You'll also need a Link cable to get best performance to connect to your gaming PC. Make sure your PC is powerful enough for VR.

    or one of these https://www.amazon.co.uk/JOTO-Charging-Braided-Nintendo-Devices-Black/dp/B017COHTJ6/


  • #276
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    mrcheez wrote: »
    yeah that's the one

    You'll also need a Link cable to get best performance to connect to your gaming PC. Make sure your PC is powerful enough for VR.

    or one of these https://www.amazon.co.uk/JOTO-Charging-Braided-Nintendo-Devices-Black/dp/B017COHTJ6/

    Just ordered it now - and cable - exciting!!

    Many Thanks - I Think I'm good hardware wise :D

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  • #277
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    So conflicted now on Rift S vs Quest but ..suddenly leaning towards the Quest!

    @mrcheez - would I have to rebuy the games for the quest or is that _only_ if playing in fully wireless mode?

    ie, I own beat saber on steamvr - will that still play fine with oculus link?


  • #278
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Shlippery wrote: »
    ie, I own beat saber on steamvr - will that still play fine with oculus link?

    Yes!

    Plus you can play without wires (streaming from your PC to the Quest using the Virtual Desktop app)


  • #279
    kerplun k
    Registered Users Posts: 2,447 ✭✭✭kerplun k


    thrill of the fight is on sale now for 8 quid. That’s a bargain if I ever saw one.


  • #280
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    mrcheez wrote: »
    Yes!

    Plus you can play without wires (streaming from your PC to the Quest using the Virtual Desktop app)

    aaand bought - shipping april 7! I can live with that!


  • #281
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    Shlippery wrote: »
    aaand bought - shipping april 7! I can live with that!

    I've mine en route also - Excited! - Did you get it from Scan UK?

    Good Accessories guide here:



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  • #282
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Check my earlier post in this thread about essential accessories I picked up


  • #283
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    sticker wrote: »
    I've mine en route also - Excited! - Did you get it from Scan UK?

    Good Accessories guide here:


    Lucked out and got it direct from Oculus , should be shipped within the week!

    Yea, I'm gonna get some of the ones you picked up, the vrcover essential, I had them on my cv1 but sold them with it!

    Got the 10ft anker cable !


  • #284
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Shlippery wrote: »
    Lucked out and got it direct from Oculus , should be shipped within the week!

    Yea, I'm gonna get some of the ones you picked up, the vrcover essential, I had them on my cv1 but sold them with it!

    Got the 10ft anker cable !

    I'd wager the controller grips are most essential gamechanger for me. Essentially makes them Index controllers.


  • #285
    sticker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,056 ✭✭✭sticker


    Shlippery wrote: »
    Lucked out and got it direct from Oculus , should be shipped within the week!

    Yea, I'm gonna get some of the ones you picked up, the vrcover essential, I had them on my cv1 but sold them with it!

    Got the 10ft anker cable !

    Seems always out of stock on Oculas store! Was it there or another site?

    https://www.oculus.com/quest/


  • #286
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    sticker wrote: »
    Seems always out of stock on Oculas store! Was it there or another site?

    https://www.oculus.com/quest/


    Yea, they restock at random points, I logged on at one sec and it was suddenly available so I just pounced on it. Rift S was there a day or two ago but only for an hour or so window! Invoice for the dublin facebook office! Not sure where it'll be shipped from


  • #287
    Atomic Pineapple
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,272 ✭✭✭✭Atomic Pineapple


    Is there a list of games compatible with the Quest without linking it to a PC?


  • #288
    mp3guy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,971 ✭✭✭mp3guy


    Atomic Pineapple wrote: »
    Is there a list of games compatible with the Quest without linking it to a PC?

    All games on Quest? None of them require a PC.


  • #289
    Homelander
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,434 ✭✭✭Homelander


    Yeah, the Quest is like the Oculus Go, designed as a self contained unit - there's a specific storefront just for it.

    Linking only came later, and basically makes it similar quality to Rift S (better some ways, worse others).


  • #290
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    What do ye use for headphones? Trying to see what bits and pieces to pickup while I wait for it to ship!

    Does anyone know where Oculus ship from? The billing was for grand canal dock, but that's the FB offices as far as I know!


  • #291
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Shlippery wrote: »
    What do ye use for headphones? Trying to see what bits and pieces to pickup while I wait for it to ship!

    Does anyone know where Oculus ship from? The billing was for grand canal dock, but that's the FB offices as far as I know!

    I just use a pair of Klipsch in-ear buds I've had for yonks... do the trick


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  • #292
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    Anker cable arrived today for Link...and just got shipping notification from Oculus..It's shipped a week early! woo!

    Better order the accessories now pronto. I'm strangely excited despite having a CV1 for so long.

    Feel like it'll be a new experience all over again


  • #293
    Atomic Pineapple
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,272 ✭✭✭✭Atomic Pineapple


    How much is the device when you buy it direct from Oculus? Has the price changed over time or why do they not show it when it is out of stock?


  • #294
    Shlippery
    Registered Users Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Shlippery


    Atomic Pineapple wrote: »
    How much is the device when you buy it direct from Oculus? Has the price changed over time or why do they not show it when it is out of stock?

    Think it was €449 direct, got it by pure luck.

    Both quest and rift s seem to be out of stock 99% of the time, I just got lucky and caught it at the moment it was restocked! It was out of stock again 5 minutes later.


  • #295
    pasta-solo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 794 ✭✭✭pasta-solo


    Shlippery wrote: »
    Anker cable arrived today for Link...and just got shipping notification from Oculus..It's shipped a week early! woo!

    Better order the accessories now pronto. I'm strangely excited despite having a CV1 for so long.

    Feel like it'll be a new experience all over again

    Quest is a gamechanger imo. VR without cables is an amazing experience, and being able to hook up to a PC is a very sweet bonus. Make sure to look into Sidequest too, some very fun and free games available!


  • #296
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    Quest back in stock!

    Go go!! https://www.oculus.com/quest/


  • #297
    mp3guy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,971 ✭✭✭mp3guy


    mrcheez wrote: »
    Quest back in stock!

    Go go!! https://www.oculus.com/quest/

    Says out of stock?


  • #298
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    mp3guy wrote: »
    Says out of stock?

    sorry was a bad April fools :pac: .. but I am seeing a Rift S!

    https://www.oculus.com/rift-s/


  • #299
    mp3guy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,971 ✭✭✭mp3guy


    mrcheez wrote: »
    sorry was a bad April fools :pac: .. but I am seeing a Rift S!

    https://www.oculus.com/rift-s/

    :(


  • #300
    mrcheez
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,866 ✭✭✭✭mrcheez


    "Lies Beneath" out now for Quest

    https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/1706349256136062/


    This game looks amazing... perhaps next one after Alyx? It's Quest-only so no need for PC.


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  • #301
    Fuzzy Logic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 893 ✭✭✭Fuzzy Logic


    mrcheez wrote: »
    Quest back in stock!

    Go go!! https://www.oculus.com/quest/

    I'm on a French VPN with work and says it's in stock and shipping Monday


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