This looks awesome. Im not sure I can wait for the retail version tbh.
I dont think its that badly priced at, what £190 ish?
If I were you, given where we are now, wait for the retail version. The current dev kit is exactly that - a dev kit. It's a fun toy, but you will inevitably (like me) want to buy the retail version too.
The biggest thing that makes me suggest you don't buy now is the screen door effect (i.e. the black lines between the pixels on the display). For me, it breaks the immersion factor massively, and shows it for what it is currently - a prototype for developers.
But... if you have the money spare for the dev kit, and fancy some fun, go for it![]()
Pr0n will dictate whether this is a suckcess(sic).
I understand what your saying mate and you are probably right. However its going to be a year at least before retail version and I think its a steal at £190
I'm just impatient lol
I haven't tried the original but I tried the prototype HD version at eurogamer. I wasn't impressed, then again that may have simply been the game I was playing (some dogfighting game)
Negatives:
If you wear glasses you WILL be in pain. The unit pushed onto mine very hard.
Unit needs to be in a very specific position otherwise everything becomes blurry.
I could see the pixels very easily.
Positives:
Unique experience, the game I don't think the game I tried really let it shine.
The gear wasn't heavy even with headphones on so I don't think I would be getting a neck ache with prolonged use.
That's all that springs to mind I'm afraid.
Is a powerful gaming pc required for this thing to work effectively?
Project Update #54: Elite: Dangerous will support Oculus Rift
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Great news that we know many of you have been hoping for – today we’re announcing that Elite: Dangerous will support Oculus Rift. We’re very excited by this and if you aren’t aware of what Oculus Rift is then visit their website to find out more:
http://www.oculusvr.com/
I’m sure you’ll also be pleased to learn that the Oculus Rift version of Eliteangerous will be available to ALL backers that have an Oculus Rift headset for no extra cost.
Here’s David’s opinion on this:
“We’ve been playing with the Oculus Rift dev kits and are excited about the potential – just glancing around your cockpit or being totally immersed in a space battle. Many of our backers have made it clear that they would like Oculus Rift support – and so do we! We’re very pleased with the results so far.”
I thought I the retail version is adjustable so you dont need to wear glasses?