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Immerse yourself in VR gaming with the latest virtual reality headsets and experiences. Explore hardware reviews, expert tips, how-to guides, and recommended gaming PCs to elevate your virtual adventures to the next level.
OcUK Staff Top Fives: Rob’s Top 5 VR Games
It’s no secret that we here at Overclockers UK are big into our gaming. We live for new game hype and love to replay our old favourites. Over 2024, we’ll be sharing our own top fives across a spicy selection of genres. This month we’re looking at Rob’s top 5 VR Games. Let’s be honest: We’ve been spoiled by choice in the last few years. VR gaming has exploded in popularity again and again, with AAA studios entering the space and dropping some of the best VR experiences…
What You Really Need For PCVR In 2024
Virtual reality gaming is the most immersive way to experience the incredible stories and action-packed adventures developers have to offer. In this article, we’re covering everything you need to play PCVR games in 2024. Before we dive into the specifics, let's get the basics out of the way first. Whether you’re brand new to VR or an Oculus Dev Kit veteran, here are the terms you’ll need to know: PCVR: The oldest and most common type of VR, PC Virtual Reality, is really what it…
Coming To VR: Metro Awakening
The AAA VR titles just keep coming! A portal into the Metro universe is opening with the announcement of a new VR Metro title coming later this year. Here’s everything we know so far. Announced during Sony’s State of Play, Metro Awakening is set to be a story-driven first-person adventure built exclusively for VR and the most immersive title in the franchise to date. Launching later in 2024, Awakening transports players back into the familiar world of Moscow’s haunted and dangerous subway tunnels. Ghosts of…
Coming To VR: Border Bots
After a several-month delay, Border Bots is finally launching on Steam PlayStation VR2 and Meta Quest headsets! In this article, we’ve got all the deets and a sneak peek at gameplay before tomorrow's launch. Initially pegged for a September 2023 release, VR puzzle simulation Border Bots will finally launch on` February 8th. Set in a future version of Earth, Border Bots is a VR puzzle simulation game where AI has taken control. As a human border agent, you’ll need to operate the booth at an…
The Best Time Loop Games to Play for Groundhog Day
Okay campers, rise and shine because there are video games to be played. What better way to celebrate Groundhog Day than by sticking yourself in a virtual time loop and going full Phil Connors? Time loop video games have seen a huge surge in popularity over recent years. That means there’s more for you to play than ever before. Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve picked out our favourite time loop games for you to trap yourself in for Groundhog Day. Deathloop One of 2021’s most-hyped…
Coming To VR – Asgard’s Wrath 2
The sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed VR games ever is finally here! Asgard's Wrath 2 dropped earlier this week, exclusively on the Meta Store. Awaken, Cosmic Guardian, the fate of reality itself lies in your hands. Embark on an epic journey across vast realms inhabited by the gods in pursuit of the Trickster God Loki, who threatens to undo the threads of the universe. It's up to you to battle monsters and gods alike, as you take on the biggest and most…
Get Stuck into Five Fab VR Games This Weekend
The weekend is here and if you’re looking for some gaming inspiration, we’ve got you covered! We’re playing VR this weekend; therefore, we’ve put together this top five list of our favourite VR games for you to get stuck into. Microsoft Flight Simulator Take to the skies like never before in Microsoft Flight Simulator. Grab your flight suit, aviators, and VR headset as you command your very own airplane. There are over two million cities and thirty-seven airports for you to venture to as you…
Coming to VR – Assassin’s Creed Nexus
Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR is finally out, and we can’t wait to jump into the world of Assassins, Brotherhood, and parkour like never before. Already being hailed as the best Ubisoft game in years, there’s a lot to be excited about for Assassin’s Creed Nexus! With an established and beloved franchise, AAA studio, and the graphical performance of the Meta Quest 3, AC Nexus has the makings of an incredible VR game before you even launch it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rkajsg8qNs Gameplay Every so often, you come across…
Tin Hearts Is Coming To VR!
Critically acclaimed narrative puzzle adventure Tin Hearts is set to make its way to PCVR and PSVR2 later this year! Here’s everything we know so far. As part of the Future Games show at Gamescom, developer Rogue Sun revealed a new trailer showcasing Tin Hearts' new VR gameplay. Tin Hearts initially launched earlier this year on Steam to a positive reception. Tin Hearts | Future Games Show | VR Trailer https://youtu.be/ckgUBc5ZoTA?si=FxqrnvXtx_fVTbuv Brought to us from some of the minds behind Fable, Tin Hearts is an…
Coming To VR: Roblox
What is this, a crossover episode? Two metaverses are set to collide with the long-awaited confirmation of Roblox’s arrival on Meta Quest VR headsets. Yes, we’re not joking. Earlier this week, Meta confirmed that online game platform and game creation system, Roblox, is set to arrive in VR soon. Love it or hate it, with more than 66 million daily users across PC, mobile, and Xbox, Roblox is already one of the largest gaming platforms. Whether you want to play a knock-off version of Call of…
Coming To VR: The UploadVR Showcase Special
2023’s biggest night for VR so far hit our screens earlier this week with the UploadVR Showcase. Here are all the games you need to look out for! UploadVR added another video game announcement stream into this month's seemingly never-ending event calendar. The UploadVR Summer Showcase kicked off earlier this week and brought with it a shedload of games that, despite our event fatigue, we’re really excited for. Teahouse of Souls Time for a relax and a cup of tea? In Teahouse of Souls,…
Your Guide to PC and Console VR
2023 is The Year of VR! New headsets, tech, and a boatload of games are on the way, but are you ready to play? In this guide, we’re explaining everything you need to know to choose what type of virtual reality headset is right for you. Console, PCVR, or standalone? The choice is yours. What Is PCVR PCVR, or PC Virtual Reality, it is what it says on the tin... box... Headset? We promise it isn't really that complicated! For simplicity's sake, we’ll say there…