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A Beginners Guide to Virtual Reality Headsets for Gamers and Hobbyists

Here’s an introduction and explanation of five types of VR headsets.

Aiden (Owner of Illumination Gaming)
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8 min readJan 17, 2023

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In a recent post titled This Is How Virtual Reality Might Be the Future of Gaming, I introduced VR technology and spoke about the potential future for gaming using it.

Today, I will introduce several VR headsets used for various purposes for beginners. You can check details on vendors’ websites.

What is a VR Headset?

A VR headset is a device worn on the head that displays a virtual reality environment to the user.

The user’s head movements are tracked, allowing them to look around the virtual environment as if they were actually inside it.

VR headsets often include built-in headphones for audio and may have additional features such as hand controllers for interactivity.

They are commonly used in gaming, simulation, and other immersive experiences.

What are the different types of VR headsets?

There are several different types of VR headsets currently available, including:

1 — Tethered VR headsets

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Aiden (Owner of Illumination Gaming)
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Specialise in Media, Design, Filmmaking, Gaming. I support Illumination as an editor and YouTube coordinator. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9DhuGQYbpI&