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SvennoJ on 30 December 2016
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TheSpindler said:
hershel_layton said:

Switch: 500 max- $300 for the console, $150- $200 for the headset 

 

Ps4: $$$ the psvr is going for crazy prices. I can't find the retail prices, but it's probably 300 minimum. That'd make it 600-700+

 

HTC/VIVE: $1,400- $600 for the headset, $800 for a PC that supports PC

 

Samsung: $750+- let's say you're lucky and get a Samsung phone for $650. Add $100 in

 

Lg: $650- $550 for the phone, and $100 for a headset I believe

 

Apple: bet you any money apple would charge 400 for "deluxe quality" :p

Well that would certainly seal it for potentially the cheapest.

I always thought Nintendo would be streaming VR, but perhaps they couldn't get over their limited streaming(they said they couldn't stream to two tablets at 60fps and VR would require streaming two screens at 90-120hz at more than 720P).


I'm guessing the Occulus Rift/Vive/PSVR outclass the Switch in quality and fidelity, but how are their setups and ease of use?

Once you're setup it's very easy to use. I have my psvr next to the couch, cable along the wall to the console. All I have to do is reach next to me, put the headset on. which is very quick once you're used to it, press the on button and done. I don't use headphones with psvr, saves extra mess, you stay aware of your surroundings and 5.1 surround system works better than simulated 3D audio over stereo headphones. (nvm the sound quality doesn't compare)
It's a little bit more effort if you want to play a motion controlled game, turn on two move controllers as well ;)

Switch will be more less easy to use, yet it will be nice not to have a cable.

HTC Vive is CAD 1150 here btw, just the headset, now finally available for pre-order (not for sale yet in Canada)
OR is CAD 850 + CAD 280 for touch controllers
Playstation VR headset is CAD 550 (CAD 700 bundle still sold out, camera also sold out)
People are trying to sell complete Playstation VR bundles (incl ps4 and some games) for CAD 3200 on Amazon.