Buyer's guide
Grab one of these pre-built desktop PCs to run Windows Mixed Reality
If you don’t already have a PC compatible with WMR, you’re probably wondering where to start. Best place? Right here.
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Cale Hunt is a VR specialist, avid gamer, and multi-platform user who can't find enough time in the day. Caffeine in the morning, alcohol at night.
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Gamepad setup
Get an Xbox One controller working with Windows Mixed Reality
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If you're wondering how to use an Xbox One controller with Windows Mixed Reality, just follow this guide.
Troubleshooting!
Let's fix the most common Windows Mixed Reality problems
Like any platform, there are bound to be some bugs that attempt to spoil your experience. Let's take a look at some of the most commonly reported problems and how to fix them.
Portable problems
Laptop giving you GPU problems? Here's how to deal.
Because VR is taxing on your graphics card (GPU), you might be in a situation where it has failed or is giving you problems while the rest of your laptop is still operating normally. Here are some options as to how to deal with this situation.
A warm welcome
Take advantage of everything Windows Mixed Reality has to offer!
Windows Mixed Reality is finally upon us, and those of you with a shiny new headset might be wondering what it's good for. Here's everything you can in Windows Mixed Reality right now.
Get em while they're hot!
Here's where to get a Windows Mixed Reality headset on launch day
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Windows Mixed Reality launches October 17, and you're no doubt anxious to get a headset. To make it easy on you, we've rounded up the best places you can buy a WMR system on day one.
Shiny new entertainment
Check out all the VR games revealed at Oculus Connect 4
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Oculus Connect 4 is happening right now in San Jose, and at the keynote speech, we were treated to a look at a bunch of new games coming soon.
A good day for VR
These are the big announcements from Oculus Connect 4
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If you missed the keynote speech, we’ve put together a list of all the big announcements that are making waves in the VR world.
From the creators of Metro
ARKTIKA.1 is here and it looks great, but it comes with concessions
From experienced developer 4A Games comes the Oculus Rift's latest shooter, and while it looks and runs great, you might be left wanting more.
Bad games can't compete
You can now request refunds through Oculus; here's how
Oculus now offers refunds on apps, games, and experiences. Let's take a look at the conditions, as well as how to actually request a refund.
Free for all
We've gathered some of the best WebVR experiences you can try right now
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WebVR is an open standard for created web-based VR experiences. There are a lot out there, but we've rounded up the best.
DIY!
Building your own VR backpack is possible, but is it worth it?
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Having a cable trip you up in VR is no fun; what about a VR backpack?
Trip me not
Get rid of VR cables on the floor with this smart, cheap solution
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Tired of tripping over your VR cables? This is the best solution while we wait for wireless VR.
Earn your wings
The Thrustmaster T.Flight HOTAS 4 is the best controller for PlayStation VR
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Want to take VR gaming to the next level with a HOTAS controller? Here's the best — and so far really the only — one you'll want to get for PlayStation VR.
Less room more fun
Don't have much room? These Vive games are standing and seated only
Using your Vive in a large, empty room is definitely something you have to experience, but not everyone has the space to game like this all the time. Luckily, there are a bunch of games just for you. Here’s a list of the best!
Maximum comfort
Trick out your Vive with these great foam cushion replacements
The foam cushion on your HTC Vive is pretty comfortable as is, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go with a better option.
A versatile app indeed
You can do more with Bigscreen than look at the icons on your PC's desktop
If you've installed Bigscreen and you're sitting, staring at the icons on your desktop, wondering what to do, we've rounded up some of the coolest things to do with this awesome tool.
Fix all the things!
Fix everything with our Oculus Rift troubleshooting guide
Even a system as good as the Oculus Rift can run into problems, both in the hardware and software ends. Here’s how to fix pretty much every problem you’ll run into with your Rift.
No assembly required
These Alienware PCs are the best when it comes to running VR
The Alienware Aurora, with performance hardware and a respectable price, is the best Alienware PC for VR.
You need these
These five Rift games should definitely be in your library!
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There are plenty of great games available for Oculus Rift, but these five should be on everyone's list.