Playstation VR Discussion Thread

wonski · 03-07-2020 11:46AM

CastorTroy wrote: »

No cables? That's pretty crap. If playing with 2 controllers then both will likely need charging at the same time.

Bundle is 99.99 on argos for anyone who finds that handier to get to

Thanks, just reserved one in Naas, will collect tomorrow.

Was looking at getting move controllers for long time, but they were nowhere to be seen whenever I looked.

Fun weekend ahead

mrcheez · 03-07-2020 11:49AM

coolisin wrote: »

Didn't think of that aspect, as I suppose my brief and few encounters with the quest I didn't need to!
Someone else had footed the bill!

But at the current price closer to €400 with everything it's pushing it up to the 64gb quest price (when it's in stock) and some folks may complain.
Obviously the psvr comes with 5/6 games and a demo disc.

Do not get me wrong 100% get the PSVR it's my favourite piece of "extra kit" I've bought and more importantly with out buying a full gaming rig to get a VR headset in 2016/17.
And more importantly it wasn't a mobile phone in a headset VR job!

While the headset is fantastic, it's not a great value machine if you intend on buying games just for the headset as you'll be spending €100 on 2-3 games, not to mention they're all digital so no opportunity to sell onto CEX.

It says something that I've only actually bought 3 games for the Quest since I've had it: Vader Immortal 1,2 and 3.

But I've bought shedloads of SteamVR games which I play using my Quest.

So I guess it goes like this:

- If you have a PS4 and normal PC, get PSVR

- If you have a PS4 and VR-compatible PC, it's a tough call. I'd personally recommend the Quest and then play games wirelessly. Many would say get a Rift S, but that wire... man it's so immersion-breaking, even if the visuals are slightly better on Rift S.

- If you have no PS4, get a Quest. For the price of buying a PS4, you'll be able to buy loads of Quest games which are really good.

EoinMcLovin · 03-07-2020 11:49AM

mrcheez wrote: »

It's a good idea to get a charging stand for the PSVR headset with docking cradles etc.
The one I bought doesn't appear to be on sale, but this one looks good too: https://www.amazon.co.uk/PSVR-Showcase-Charge-Stand-PS4/dp/B01LYGCK1M/

I then purchased a small €4 stool from IKEA: https://www.ikea.com/ie/en/p/marius-stool-black-10135659/

I put the stool in front of my media centre just to the right of my TV, then I put my PSVR headset cradle on top of it and I can tuck all cables under the stool.

Just keeps it all nice and tidy.

More importantly it keeps the cables away from my Roomba

I have that charging stand. Its handy to use as a holder for the headset along with charging the Moves and a dualshock controller

gerrybbadd · 03-07-2020 12:13PM

Zero-Cool wrote: »

Just collected my Iron Man pack. The disc box has not barcode 'not for resale' so there goes trading it/selling it. They should have just given a digital code. Also, surprised there are no cables with the controllers. I have one usb cable that came with the ps4 charging one move and I have another cable i got from cex but that seems to have killed my ds4 battery and sometimes doesn't recognise it when it's plugged in so don't want to use that. Have to take turns now charging the move controllers. Not gonna spend more on the move docking station.

Keep in mind, your PS4 cables won't work to charge the Moves. It uses the PS3 Dualshock 3 style charging cable, that being a mini USB. The PS4 charging cable is a micro USB.

I got charging dock for €4 in CEX - cant go wrong with that price

https://ie.webuy.com/product-detail?id=sps3valuemoc&categoryName=playstation4-accessories&superCatName=gaming&title=value-playstation-move-charging-dock

sweetie · 03-07-2020 12:20PM

bazzz wrote: »

Did anyone here pre-order Iron Man VR from GameStop Online?
I just got an email to say there was a delay with their stock and it'll arrive on Monday instead. First time this has happened to any GS Pre- Order of mine.
Not a big deal for me, I can wait. Bit late letting people know though.

they called me, also getting 10e credit for the delay

Zero-Cool · 03-07-2020 12:22PM

gerrybbadd wrote: »

Keep in mind, your PS4 cables won't work to charge the Moves. It uses the PS3 Dualshock 3 style charging cable, that being a mini USB. The PS4 charging cable is a micro USB.

I got charging dock for €4 in CEX - cant go wrong with that price

https://ie.webuy.com/product-detail?id=sps3valuemoc&categoryName=playstation4-accessories&superCatName=gaming&title=value-playstation-move-charging-dock

The Moves have Mini usb just like DS4. That docking station looks good but out of stock in my ones.

JimBurnley · 03-07-2020 12:24PM

Zero-Cool wrote: »

The Moves have Mini usb just like DS4. That docking station looks good but out of stock in my ones.

Think there's two versions of moves, new ones have mini

Oafley Jones · 03-07-2020 12:44PM

JimBurnley wrote: »

Think there's two versions of moves, new ones have mini

Micro. The old standard was mini, but yeah there's an updated version of the moves with micro.

Zero-Cool · 03-07-2020 12:48PM

Zero-Cool wrote: »

The Moves have Mini usb just like DS4. That docking station looks good but out of stock in my ones.

Sorry I meant mine have Micro like DS4, stupid naming convention.

WarZoneBrother · 03-07-2020 01:05PM

I bought this from amazon should arrive midweek, I have a spot for my headset so no need for me to buy one to suit headwet also. But I am low on USB ports.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B082B2NX5W?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image

wonski · 03-07-2020 01:08PM

I assume that if they sell the new batch and are not including the cable then it must be the new micro USB just like regular ds4 controller.

Same way original ds4 is sold without cable, but as this cable comes originally with ps4 purchased then it can be used.

Selling move controller with mini USB in 2020 without compatible cable as ps4 accessories is a no no in my opinion.

coolisin · 03-07-2020 01:41PM

mrcheez wrote: »

While the headset is fantastic, it's not a great value machine if you intend on buying games just for the headset as you'll be spending €100 on 2-3 games, not to mention they're all digital so no opportunity to sell onto CEX.

It says something that I've only actually bought 3 games for the Quest since I've had it: Vader Immortal 1,2 and 3.

But I've bought shedloads of SteamVR games which I play using my Quest.

So I guess it goes like this:

- If you have a PS4 and normal PC, get PSVR

- If you have a PS4 and VR-compatible PC, it's a tough call. I'd personally recommend the Quest and then play games wirelessly. Many would say get a Rift S, but that wire... man it's so immersion-breaking, even if the visuals are slightly better on Rift S.

- If you have no PS4, get a Quest. For the price of buying a PS4, you'll be able to buy loads of Quest games which are really good.

Fair points, you win

I mean you have these things so a man of experience!
It's the wireless novelty of the quest makes it awesome.

However I find the comfort of the PSVR minus the cable a massive win!!!

gerrybbadd · 03-07-2020 02:16PM

Oafley Jones wrote: »

Micro. The old standard was mini, but yeah there's an updated version of the moves with micro.

I was not aware of this. That's good so. I have 2 moves, but ever since i upgraded to a PS4 Pro, i cannot get one of them to connect, no matter what i try. Pretty odd, considering it connected seamlessly with the base model (day 1) Ps4

mrcheez · 03-07-2020 03:43PM

coolisin wrote: »

However I find the comfort of the PSVR minus the cable a massive win!!!

aye the cable on PSVR is massive, I still have the version 1 with the huge junction box hanging around my waist :pac:

WarZoneBrother · 03-07-2020 09:58PM

Haven't touched Ironman yet, mate wanted to play some firewall so played that till 10, now about 40mins into beat saber, I suck but what a game.. Must try box vr now too and creed

Zero-Cool · 03-07-2020 11:29PM

Man, flying around as iron Man is class. Just did the first mission and then it wanted me to be Tony and i just turned out off. Will do back to it but wanted to try other games. Doesn'tt the rest of the night playing Superhot. Jesus that's addictive, just noticed it's time for bed but I'm sweating, like i just had a workout :pac:

Walking dead and blood and truth tomorrow night

WarZoneBrother · 04-07-2020 12:42AM

Zero-Cool wrote: »

Man, flying around as iron Man is class. Just did the first mission and then it wanted me to be Tony and i just turned out off. Will do back to it but wanted to try other games. Doesn'tt the rest of the night playing Superhot. Jesus that's addictive, just noticed it's time for bed but I'm sweating, like i just had a workout :pac:

Walking dead and blood and truth tomorrow night

This reminds me I still need to play superhot haha.. tomorrow will be a day of VR

Potential-Monke · 04-07-2020 07:28AM

Well this doesn't look good. I know they mentioned that it would be used for viewing live concerts, etc, but there's the possibility of it potentially creeping into games if it's allowed:

PSVR In-Display Ads patent

I stopped playing NBA 2K20 recently because there are forced ads for Kia or some other jeep. No better way to kill a game or feature than to put ads in it. Don't like this, but if they guarantee it will only be for concerts, etc and will be staying away from games, then I don't mind. But money...

Zero-Cool · 04-07-2020 07:46AM

I have no problem with ads..... if they are in something that's free to play. Was so scummy in nba 2k to put them in when they already make ridiculous money off mtx. Paying hundreds for a device should not have forced ads. I can't see it making it to games as they are trying to expand the market and not force people away.

Jordan 199 · 04-07-2020 08:45AM

I was looking at the tunes in Beat Saber (a game I plan on getting down the line) and it could do with some RUSH. The epic just over 20 minutes 2112 tune would be great in it.

Potential-Monke · 04-07-2020 08:51AM

If you had played Beat Saber, you wouldn't be looking for a 20 minute song! The 8 minute ones are really draining as is! But in general, it needs more songs. Hasn't been a decent one in ages.

coolisin · 04-07-2020 11:24AM

Zero-Cool wrote: »

Man, flying around as iron Man is class. Just did the first mission and then it wanted me to be Tony and i just turned out off. Will do back to it but wanted to try other games. Doesn'tt the rest of the night playing Superhot. Jesus that's addictive, just noticed it's time for bed but I'm sweating, like i just had a workout :pac:

Super hot is great.

As for Iron Man
Those Tony Stark levels are stupid the ability to wander around would make them better but the teleportation sucks.
But the missions as iron man are great, it feels amazing.

mrcheez · 04-07-2020 11:39AM

Potential-Monke wrote: »

Well this doesn't look good. I know they mentioned that it would be used for viewing live concerts, etc, but there's the possibility of it potentially creeping into games if it's allowed:

PSVR In-Display Ads patent

I stopped playing NBA 2K20 recently because there are forced ads for Kia or some other jeep. No better way to kill a game or feature than to put ads in it. Don't like this, but if they guarantee it will only be for concerts, etc and will be staying away from games, then I don't mind. But money...

Wasn't that what Nolan Sorrento had planned for the Oasis? Maybe they got the idea from there.

B.A._Baracus · 04-07-2020 12:40PM

A random question...
Wasn't ps vr 199 euro? How come it's back up in price on many places.

wonski · 04-07-2020 12:55PM

I paid 199 that was during black Friday promo where both consoles and vr sets were discounted by around 100 euro.

This was Sony promo and was available pretty much everywhere. I guess this stock is long gone.

B.A._Baracus · 04-07-2020 04:20PM

Cheers.
I guess you snooze you lose. I thought it was a permanent price job. Must just get one if they do it again.

WarZoneBrother · 04-07-2020 06:14PM

Guitar Hero soundtrack in Beat Saber and ill instantly lash out 60euro for that..

Jordan 199 · 04-07-2020 09:46PM

WarZoneBrother wrote: »

This reminds me I still need to play superhot haha.. tomorrow will be a day of VR

So are you super hot at playing Superhot?

Zero-Cool · 04-07-2020 11:34PM

Saints and Sinners lads, what a game! Just started day 3 before calling it a night, tense as **** and i still gotta figure a lot of stuff out but i always thought I'd do ok in a zombie apocalypse and i think this is the closest I'll get to it. No weapons, running from zombies, running out of breath, looking behind to see where they are, trying to get back to the boat, just incredible.

Zero-Cool · 05-07-2020 11:08PM

S & S is tough out. Day 3, went to new location and some house that has a cache i need to loot. Surrounded by humans "hello fellow survivors" wait, where's the chat option? Bang bang bang, running for my life again but died on their property with a bag full of loot, tried again but no chance so i loaded back to the start of the day. Thankfully the game makes plenty of saves.

I think i need to go back to the first area and loot the blue House some more and upgrade my station. Good news at least, i found the slot on my backpack for a big weapon that i didn't know i could carry. Also, it's extremely satisfying grabbing a zombie with one hand, putting a pistol to it's head, pulling the trigger and then throwing the lifeless body aside. Well, it's great until you try to do it and realise you ran out of bullets.... awkward.

In other vr news, Spidey far from home is a LOT of fun, way better than the homecoming experience. Still haven't gotten to Blood and Truth yet.

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