Im afraid to boot the game anymore because once i start playing i cant make myself stop. Its amazing
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Im afraid to boot the game anymore because once i start playing i cant make myself stop. Its amazing
mckmas8808
Mckmaster uses MasterCard to buy Slave drives
That looks good.
How does using your own music work with this, I've never had music on my PS4?
Can I just jam in a thumbdrive with mp3s? or is it less simple than that?
Can I use spoitfy?
Scubasteve2365
Neo Member
Good God no. The fresnel lenses and resulting god ray (glare) is attrocious. It's one of the benefits of PSVR even if the sweet spot is smaller. I cringe going into my Vive for a few minutes because of the god ray glare. PSVR wins by a mile in the "lens" department.
They just need to let the IPD be software adjustable easily (a slider) instead of the calibration routine.
No spotify. Probably licensing reasons and maybe technical problems getting spotify to talk directly to the game? It needs to download the songs to analyze them I assume.
And yeah, you just jam your thumbdrive with a Music folder in the root folder. I believe. I only tried once and didn't work well for me. Have to give it another go at some point.
I think it's mainly due to the song being analyzed before it plays. I wish it did not have to do this every time a new song starts.
I'm also not sure how many songs can be in the 'MUSIC' folder for it to work. I've had the game not detect what is in that folder when I have too many songs in there.
Haint
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Vive doesn't even have god rays, it has concentric fresnel rings which are only mildly annoying in torture test scenarios. The trade off is much preferred to PSVR's sub-millimeter sweet spot, lens warping, and noticeable chromatic abberations. Rift's hybrid fresnels are what has god rays, and I agree, they are absolutely horrible and Oculus should have absolutely used stock fresnels like Vive. There is way too much parroting of bullshit people have no real experience with but read on the internet in regards to this.
vanDoughnut
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Hoping for some cool PSVR announcements at PSX.
And dayuuum the IQ for Playroom VR is much crisper on the Pro. Good improvement on Rush of Blood, Thumper as well. Gives me hope for RE7.
And dayuuum the IQ for Playroom VR is much crisper on the Pro. Good improvement on Rush of Blood, Thumper as well. Gives me hope for RE7.
i played and it didn't have freedom of view. it just looked like any non-vr game in vr (like playing on a large flat-screened tv)....turning my head did nothing to the image.
Scubasteve2365
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I own both the PSVR and Vive, I have many many hours into both. I am experienced.
I don't care if you call em 'god rays' or not, it's not like they are a technical term anyway, but the glare is far beyond "mildly annoying". To each their own, but from this user, owner, and fan of both products. In this one aspect, I prefer the PSVR lenses more and the Vive isn't a close second.
Fresnel lenses are rarely used in video applications or picture quality applications, I understand their use with these consumer Rev-1 kits, but I'd expect them to go the way of the dodo bird in a future rev.
Then you are doing something wrong. You would know if it was working. I have played the regular game in VR, and I can confirm that this option is available. I forget if you have to select something special to access it.
Now, right at launch I read an article that said you can play the original game in VR even if you don't buy the VR tank mission stuff. THAT was incorrect. You must buy the VR tank stuff to play the normal game in VR.
TAJ
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.
The normal game is automatically in VR if you bought the VR add-on and the headset is turned on. He didn't buy the add-on.
There are games where you have to specifically select VR, like Trackmania Turbo.
Rigs isn't so bad, there are usually people online (although not every game is full) and seems to be improving since the last patch (which combined all game types into one playlist to improve matchmaking).Is the online community for Rigs really that barren? I told my fiancee I wouldn't mind getting it for Christmas.
There is also an active Discord community that holds regular tournaments (next tournament will have prizes from the devs even).
You should definitely get Rigs
I have had any tracking issues with it and I'm not sure it's that limited compared to the vive version, but I will tell you it's super boring after about 30 mins.
Worth it for the drawing tool thing.
Sidewinder
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Just finished oh my genesis before, what's up with that 3rd planet? It says available now but I can't download it or whatever.
It's a pretty neat little god game though.
It's a pretty neat little god game though.
no, you buy the original game and the vr tank mission is an option button, but when you click it it goes to the PSN store to automatically download it as DLC, but no vr DLC is available in my country yet. my guess is that the vr-ness for the original game is part of the DLC, which I can't get until April when PSVR comes here
Available now in Asia but not yet here for US/EU. Here's the new planet Dagoh:
https://youtu.be/3migetSje4k
It's about US$3.
They have also shown other planets in previous trailers so expect more soon.
Right. Okay, this makes sense. You have the patch, but have not accessed the DLC because as you are saying, you can't. That sucks, but at least it makes sense.
Can you make your account for a different region or something and then switch back? I have no idea how that stuff works. (but I want japanese PS1 classics on my vita, so I'd appreciate if anyone has knowledge about this)
I know this is a weird thing to comment on but I really love the Hulu app in VR. Both the virtual theatre and virtual living room settings are great for watching stuff. I also like how the colors and light of the screen is reflected off the surfaces of the stuff around you. It really does feel like you have an absolutely huge screen in front of you.
This absolutely must come to the other video apps, including the Blu-Ray player.
This absolutely must come to the other video apps, including the Blu-Ray player.
Sidewinder
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Ok thanks, thought it'd be free, lol.
somme
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People looking for a review of How We Soar: https://psvr-reviews.com/2016/12/02/how-we-soar/
And to the person who asked for a Rigs review, I'll have to do that tomorrow - I was way too hungover for Rigs this morning.
And to the person who asked for a Rigs review, I'll have to do that tomorrow - I was way too hungover for Rigs this morning.
ZeroMaverick
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ARK comes out soon, but I doubt the VR component will launch at the same time. Probably won't, huh?
mckmas8808
Mckmaster uses MasterCard to buy Slave drives
People looking for a review of How We Soar: https://psvr-reviews.com/2016/12/02/how-we-soar/
And to the person who asked for a Rigs review, I'll have to do that tomorrow - I was way too hungover for Rigs this morning.
6 hours is way longer than I thought it'd be.
Thanks for the your responses guys.
Seems I'm going for Harmonix VR and Batman. I'll get Job Sim when it's cheaper,
somme
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Yeah me too. You could probably rush through it much quicker but it's not really that kind of game.
People looking for a review of How We Soar: https://psvr-reviews.com/2016/12/02/how-we-soar/
And to the person who asked for a Rigs review, I'll have to do that tomorrow - I was way too hungover for Rigs this morning.
How We Soar gave me some VR sickness last night.
To be fair, I was high on marijuana cigarettes, but I am also mostly high when I do VR anyways. The scale is more accurate than the other Eagle game, and the sense of speed when braking or starting up again was maybe a bit too intense. I started feeling hot and over salivating so I gtfo.
I will try again tomorrow on my day off, because it looked really great and promising.
The Lamonster
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Marijuana curbs nausea so it wasn't that
Evolved1
make sure the pudding isn't too soggy but that just ruins everything
But isn't quality shit?
I cannot image watching something like that over my way better television in the man cave.
EdReedFan20
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I'd like it for when you are on the menu (and every game). I'd especially like it for Vudu. I checked out that Hulu theater (but did not watch any content, due to not having an account) and was blown away by it. I love the added interactivity of things (i.e. in the theater being able to pick up the popcorn and soda).
FIREKNIGHT2029
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Stole this from reddit....
For anyone interested this is the Star Wars Battlefront VR demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz3T78DKd3s
This is only the demo of the full experience, looks awesome!
For anyone interested this is the Star Wars Battlefront VR demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz3T78DKd3sThis is only the demo of the full experience, looks awesome!
It's been available here in Europe since afternoon.
Thewonandonly
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Whhhhhat no wondering I played here the lie no problem high but damn dude made me uncomfortable sober. But shit was to scary while high.Marijuana curbs nausea so it wasn't that
Damn what to do for resident evil :O
People looking for a review of How We Soar: https://psvr-reviews.com/2016/12/02/how-we-soar/
And to the person who asked for a Rigs review, I'll have to do that tomorrow - I was way too hungover for Rigs this morning.
Hmmm, I'll probably pick up one VR bird game. Whichever gives the closest to rollercoaster/magic carpet feel. Sounds like they're both good with flaws but pretty similar.
Sangetsu-II
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Stole this from reddit....
This is only the demo of the full experience, looks awesome!
Yup that looks awesome, I have a almost unused copy of Battlefront from my Darth Vader PS4 and with this my copy is justified.
somme
Member
Eagle Flight is much faster. If you're looking for something "thrilling" go for that. If you want a more relaxed and beautiful experience go for How We Soar.
No. That's was surprised me. The head tracking kinda hides the resolution loss. Also, the head tracking is true VR so there's none of that drifting you get with "cinematic mode". The picture is rock solid. Maybe if you are a hardcore videophile it might not meet your standards but I was impressed by how clear and crisp the video image is. But more importantly, it really does make it feel like you have a 200+ inch TV (or full size movie screen) in front of you and I guess that kinda tricks your brain into thinking it looks better than it should.
Also, I'm talking about the TV shows and movie. NOT the VR clips. Those VR clips they have in there are garbage quality for some reason. Super low bitrate. The TV shows and movies on the other hand look damn good. I watched a couple of anime shows and a bit of a movie and that's when I realized I wanted to watch my other media this way.
somme
Member
Couldn't sleep so I wrote a review for Pinball FX2 VR: https://psvr-reviews.com/2016/12/03/pinball-fx2-vr/
We got Holoball in the UK/EU now. Still no sign of Gary the Gull haha
We got Holoball in the UK/EU now. Still no sign of Gary the Gull haha
Late to the discussion
What I'd like to see is more games like Rush of Blood.
Maybe Sega could dust off their Virtua Cop, Crimson XXX, Confidential Mission, House of the Dead IPs and convert (remaster?) them from the Dreamcast light gun games they were to be great again on the PSVR
What I'd like to see is more games like Rush of Blood.
Maybe Sega could dust off their Virtua Cop, Crimson XXX, Confidential Mission, House of the Dead IPs and convert (remaster?) them from the Dreamcast light gun games they were to be great again on the PSVR
EVA UNIT 01
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So ive got the cash but im just not sure what games id even be into.
I saw wtf thumper is and i admit id love to experience it, same goes with REZ.
But Im just not sure 2 games is justification enough for such a pricetag.
I just need that undisputed killer app.
How did EVE and robinson turn out?
I saw wtf thumper is and i admit id love to experience it, same goes with REZ.
But Im just not sure 2 games is justification enough for such a pricetag.
I just need that undisputed killer app.
How did EVE and robinson turn out?
Both Rez and Thumper have demos, these games are must plays.
Got my VR and messed around with some stuff for a few hours:
-General thoughts: hardware seems pretty similar to my Oculus DK2, still kinda uncomfortable and after 30-60 mins or so my neck starts hurting slightly from the weight of it. Same mess of cables as Oculus. I really can't see VR taking off to total mainstream as long as all these VR devices need huge amounts of cables plugged into each other. Until we get wireless strong enough to carry the signals needed I don't see wide acceptance (or phone VR maybe will be it).
-Holoball: Figured this would be a good test of range of motion with 2 moves and headset standing. Actually worked really well! Was a ton of fun and played like 20-30 mins straight with no problems. Sometimes I'd lose track the ball goes when I hit it but that's not a controller thing, just a perception thing. Game like this could be really fun with online multiplayer.
-Trackmania Turbo: Great! Looks fantastic and is a lot of fun. My only issue is I thought it would be the normal game with VR but it's a seperate campaign thing with slower less exciting courses. Also why can't you change cameras? I was looking forward to playing high speed Trackmania in 1st person cam with VR. Since someone in the thread said Sony certification can fail you in VR if you're giving motion sickness I'm a little concerned Sony Cert will make PS VR they toned down VR compared to PC. My favorite part of VR with the Rift was games that would actually make me feel vertigo, like make me feel I'm on a moving rollercoaster even if my seat isn't moving. But those were the fast and exciting demos.
-Until Dawn: Rush of Blood: Fun. It's mostly what I was hoping for. I was hoping for a modern House of the Dead arcade shooter on a mine-cart. The move controls work but the accuracy seems kinda flimsy, I had like 37% accuracy at the end of the first stage. Or maybe it's because unlike most gun games where you aim with one gun carefully, here you are just going crazy with two guns. Graphically it's a little weak because the low-resolution doesn't work as well with realistic graphics, but the first stage was fun. I liked the rollercoaster bits the best, the shooting gameplay doesn't seem up with Sega or Namco's light gun games, that part seems kinda generic.
-Rez Infinite. Did the first two areas. It's Rez. New perspective is neat, but it's just Rez, I dunno I'm over anything Rez that isn't area 5 (although looking forward to the new Area X). Controls were good with the headset aiming or DS aiming. Move aiming was slow and lethargic.
-Shin Godzilla Demo. Kinda cool even if it's like 2 mins long. Godzilla is kinda scary in VR which is exactly what I'm looking for in VR. I want carnival ride stuff that gives me thrills.
-Dangan Ronpa VR demo. Was kinda of nice usage of 3d with the 3d text pop outs. Graphics were a little too low to make the cell-shaded anime thing really work. But this style definitely has potential.
-Joyroom VR. Japanese karaoke to 360 cam live action FMV footage that looks like a VCD thanks to the resolution.
-Call of Duty Jackal Demo thing. Didn't care for it after I got flying. Controls seemed kinda sucky. Was boring.
-Driveclub VR. Awful. Only game so far I regret purchasing. Combining the low resolution of modern VR screens with realistic graphics that are held back by modern hardware just looks ugly as hell. It's like the PS1 of VR. Couldn't enjoy this at all because of how totally ugly it was and I like Driveclub. If you make a VR game, you gotta go stylized, and preferably bright & colorful. I'd rather play a port of Sega's VR racing than Driveclub VR.
Overall, was a fairly good first impression. The hardware and controllers with the right games work great and are a ton of fun. It's just gonna be all about the software and separating the hits from the misses. Move controllers worked a lot better than I expected having played a bunch of Vive at a friends and the headset tracks well.
Still have Rigs, Battlezone, Batman, Thumper, VR worlds, Where we Lie to try out next time I give it a shot. Might pickg up Eagle Flight too.
-General thoughts: hardware seems pretty similar to my Oculus DK2, still kinda uncomfortable and after 30-60 mins or so my neck starts hurting slightly from the weight of it. Same mess of cables as Oculus. I really can't see VR taking off to total mainstream as long as all these VR devices need huge amounts of cables plugged into each other. Until we get wireless strong enough to carry the signals needed I don't see wide acceptance (or phone VR maybe will be it).
-Holoball: Figured this would be a good test of range of motion with 2 moves and headset standing. Actually worked really well! Was a ton of fun and played like 20-30 mins straight with no problems. Sometimes I'd lose track the ball goes when I hit it but that's not a controller thing, just a perception thing. Game like this could be really fun with online multiplayer.
-Trackmania Turbo: Great! Looks fantastic and is a lot of fun. My only issue is I thought it would be the normal game with VR but it's a seperate campaign thing with slower less exciting courses. Also why can't you change cameras? I was looking forward to playing high speed Trackmania in 1st person cam with VR. Since someone in the thread said Sony certification can fail you in VR if you're giving motion sickness I'm a little concerned Sony Cert will make PS VR they toned down VR compared to PC. My favorite part of VR with the Rift was games that would actually make me feel vertigo, like make me feel I'm on a moving rollercoaster even if my seat isn't moving. But those were the fast and exciting demos.
-Until Dawn: Rush of Blood: Fun. It's mostly what I was hoping for. I was hoping for a modern House of the Dead arcade shooter on a mine-cart. The move controls work but the accuracy seems kinda flimsy, I had like 37% accuracy at the end of the first stage. Or maybe it's because unlike most gun games where you aim with one gun carefully, here you are just going crazy with two guns. Graphically it's a little weak because the low-resolution doesn't work as well with realistic graphics, but the first stage was fun. I liked the rollercoaster bits the best, the shooting gameplay doesn't seem up with Sega or Namco's light gun games, that part seems kinda generic.
-Rez Infinite. Did the first two areas. It's Rez. New perspective is neat, but it's just Rez, I dunno I'm over anything Rez that isn't area 5 (although looking forward to the new Area X). Controls were good with the headset aiming or DS aiming. Move aiming was slow and lethargic.
-Shin Godzilla Demo. Kinda cool even if it's like 2 mins long. Godzilla is kinda scary in VR which is exactly what I'm looking for in VR. I want carnival ride stuff that gives me thrills.
-Dangan Ronpa VR demo. Was kinda of nice usage of 3d with the 3d text pop outs. Graphics were a little too low to make the cell-shaded anime thing really work. But this style definitely has potential.
-Joyroom VR. Japanese karaoke to 360 cam live action FMV footage that looks like a VCD thanks to the resolution.
-Call of Duty Jackal Demo thing. Didn't care for it after I got flying. Controls seemed kinda sucky. Was boring.
-Driveclub VR. Awful. Only game so far I regret purchasing. Combining the low resolution of modern VR screens with realistic graphics that are held back by modern hardware just looks ugly as hell. It's like the PS1 of VR. Couldn't enjoy this at all because of how totally ugly it was and I like Driveclub. If you make a VR game, you gotta go stylized, and preferably bright & colorful. I'd rather play a port of Sega's VR racing than Driveclub VR.
Overall, was a fairly good first impression. The hardware and controllers with the right games work great and are a ton of fun. It's just gonna be all about the software and separating the hits from the misses. Move controllers worked a lot better than I expected having played a bunch of Vive at a friends and the headset tracks well.
Still have Rigs, Battlezone, Batman, Thumper, VR worlds, Where we Lie to try out next time I give it a shot. Might pickg up Eagle Flight too.
Grinchy
Banned
If you don't think you'd be into RIGS or Battlezone, it might be tough to recommend. Without those 2 games, I wouldn't have played such a crazy amount of PSVR. There are other great games, don't get me wrong, but none will provide as much playtime.
Rigs isn't so bad, there are usually people online (although not every game is full) and seems to be improving since the last patch (which combined all game types into one playlist to improve matchmaking).
There is also an active Discord community that holds regular tournaments (next tournament will have prizes from the devs even).
You should definitely get Rigs
That makes me feel a lot better about asking for it then haha. Most of the games I play are multiplayer focused and it's always upsetting when I get into something and the online community dies out too fast. I tend to always be late to the party lol. I won the vr from taco Bell and haven't had much time with it yet, but Rigs seemed like a lot of fun. I need new glasses as mine are scratched and everytime I put the headset on I panic thinking I've scratched the VR lenses haha.
bumpkin
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I started to watch it and then I convinced myself to stop right before the guy pressed Options to begin playing. I want to get the full experience on my own when it comes out next week!Stole this from reddit....
This is only the demo of the full experience, looks awesome!
Evolved1
make sure the pudding isn't too soggy but that just ruins everything
Thanks for the explanation... I'll probably give it a try now. I'm curious.
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