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 hone your skills as a pilot. When you’re in the cockpit, you’ll need to be ready for anything as the dynamic real-time weather conditions will keep you on your toes. What’s more, you aren’t limited to just tiny crop planes. You can take control of a huge variety of aircraft, including hefty commercial jets and helicopters. 

Official PC System Specification  

MinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10Windows 10
ProcessorIntel i5 4460
or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Intel i5 8400
or AMD Ryzen 1500X
Memory8GB RAM16GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 770
or AMD Radeon RX 570
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
or AMD Radeon RX 590
DirectXVersion 11Version 11
Storage150GB available space150GB available space
Additional NotesSteamVR, Oculus PC or Open XRSteamVR, Oculus PC or Open XR

Top PC to Play Microsoft Flight Simulator  

Refract Gaming Indigo Pre-Built PC 

The Refract Gaming Indigo comes equipped with everything you need to play Microsoft Flight Simulator. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D delivers blisteringly fast performance and enhanced efficiency thanks to the intelligent 3D V-Cache. With both 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB M.2 SSD, unlock quick loading in-game loading times with no input lag, for an optimised gaming experience. Plus, the RAM is AMD EXPO compatible, meaning you can easily fine-tune the clock speeds for next-level performance. What’s more, the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super will render the skies in beautiful realistic quality, complete with buttery-smooth frame rates. 

  • Pre built PC
  • Designed for elite tier gaming and high-quality streaming
  • Enjoy playing Microsoft Flight Sim at 115FPS+ at 4K resolutions
  • AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super
  • Up to 32GB DDR5 RAM
  • AMD EXPO compatible RAM kit
Refract Gaming Indigo 2023

Subnautica 

Experience the depths of the ocean like never before in Subnautica VR. After crash landing on an alien planet, your only way to go is to delve down into the depths of the ocean. Your Life Pond will become your home. You’ll need to hunt for food, water, and collect resources from the ocean in order to craft vital items to expand your base on the sea floor. This includes diving gear, lights, habitat modules, and even submersibles. In addition to your battle for survival, you’ll also be tasked with uncovering the mystery behind your crash and this unknown planet. 

Official PC System Specification  

MinimumRecommended
OSWindows Vista or newerWindows Vista or newer
ProcessorIntel Haswell 2 Cores 4 Thread CPU
or better
Intel Haswell 4 Cores 4 Threads CPU
or better
Memory4GB RAM8GB RAM
GraphicsIntel HD 4600 or equivalentNVIDIA GTX 550 Ti or equivalent
DirectXVersion 11Version 11
Storage20GB available space20GB available space
Additional NotesVR headset requiredVR headset required

Top PC to Play Subnautica 

OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2 Configurable PC 

Fight for your survival with ease in Subnautica thanks to the OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2. Utilise both the Intel i5 11400F CPU and 16GB DDR4 RAM to unlock ultra-fast processing speeds and seamless multitasking. Perfect for both work and play. Plus, the NVIDIA RTX 4060, built with Ampere architecture, features RT and Tensor cores, to deliver you photo-realistic visuals, even at the depths of the ocean. 

In addition to all of this, the OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2 is a configurable system. You can tailor the base hardware specification to better suit your gaming needs. This includes customising the case and braided cables, upgrading the memory, along with opting for additional storage drives or a Wi-Fi USB adapter. 

  • Configurable gaming PC
  • Customisable base hardware specification
  • As standard includes an Intel i5 11400F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060
  • Up to 16GB DDR4 RAM
  • Flexible storage options available

F1 23 

Blaze across the finish line in F1 23. Go wheel-to-wheel in a range of intensive races on brand-new and fan-favourite maps from the series. With an in-depth campaign, fast-paced ranked multiplayer, and even story modes such as Braking Point, there is plenty of VR racing action for you to immerse yourself in. You can secure the top spot on the podium in a range of iconic cars from previous and the latest 2023 seasons. 

Official PC System Specification  

MinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10Windows 10
ProcessorIntel i5 2130
or AMD FX 4300
Intel i5 9600K
or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
Memory8GB RAM16GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti
or AMD Radeon RX 590
NVIDIA RTX 2070
or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
DirectXVersion 12Version 12
NetworkBroadband Internet
Connection required
Broadband Internet
Connection required
Storage80GB available space/80GB available space/
Additional NotesVR headset requiredVR headset required

Top PC to Play F1 23 

OcUK Gaming Oxygen Configurable PC

Race your way to victory with the OcUK Gaming Oxygen PC. As your pit crew, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU has been designed for high-octane gaming and streaming. You can sit back and enjoy racing on the virtual track whilst simultaneously catching up with the real-time action. What’s more, the NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti, with next-gen RT and Tensor cores, will render the track in photo-realistic quality. The AI-powered frame rates ensure silky-smooth performance with no display stutter getting in the way of you securing a spot on the podium. 

Lastly, as a configurable PC, you can customise the case, upgrade the memory and graphics card, along with selecting additional storage drives for your expanding gaming library. 

  • Configurable gaming PC
  • Includes both an AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti
  • Up to 16GB DDR5 RAM
  • Both a 500GB M.2 and 1TB SATA SSD
OcUK Gaming Oxygen - AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, GeForce RTX 4060Ti Gaming PC APNX C1 Case

Killer Frequency 

In Killer Frequency, go back to the year 1987 in the small-town of Gallows Creek and become late-night radio DJ Forrest Nash. After a new serial killer rolls into town, what started as an ordinary graveyard shift, will soon turn into a matter of life and death. Every phone call counts as you work to solve puzzles and save your callers from being hunted down by this mysterious killer.  

We got the chance to play Killer Frequency in VR. Here’s what we thought.  

Official PC System Specification  

MinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10Windows 10
ProcessorIntel Core i3 540
or AMD Phenom II X4 965
Intel Core i5 2400
or AMD FX 6300
Memory4GB RAM6GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 730
or AMD Radeon HD 6670
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti
or AMD Radeon HD 7850
Storage2GB available space2GB available space
Additional NotesVR headset requiredVR headset required

Top PC to Play Killer Frequency 

OcUK Gaming Sabre Configurable Gaming PC 

Equipped with the OcUK Gaming Sabre, you’ll have everything to solve these late-night puzzles and save the residents of Gallows Creek. Harness the Intel 13th Gen CPU, with its hybrid core architecture to achieve ultra-fast performance and seamless multitasking. Both of which is backed up Intel Thread Director which ensures the best core is assigned to the job. Plus, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 features integrated support for Ray Tracing and AI DLSS 3.5 to deliver immersive visuals, along with realistic lighting and shadows. Lastly, with both 500GB and 1TB M.2 SSDs, you’ll have plenty of space for all your favourite VR games and creative projects. 

The OcUK Gaming Sabre is a configurable system. You can choose to customise the case, upgrade the processor, memory, and graphics card, along with opting for additional storage drives.  

OcUK Gaming Sabre Gaming PC
  • Configurable gaming PC
  • Customisable base hardware specification
  • Includes an Intel i7 13700F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070 GPU
  • Up to 16GB DDR4 RAM
  • Flexible storage options available

No Man’s Sky 

Explore every corner of the galaxy in No Man’s Sky VR. In this procedurally generated universe, there are countless unique planets for you to explore and secrets to uncover. Whether you are a fighter preying on pirates, a trader hunting for precious resources, or an explorer going above and beyond the frontier, how you venture into this galaxy is entirely up to you. How you survive all depends on the choices you make. 

No Man's Sky square image with the text No Man's Sky From Zero to Hero

No Man’s Sky has had somewhat of a whirlwind redemption arc. We took a closer look at how developers brought No Man’s Sky back from the world of game breaking bugs and poor reviews. 

Official PC System Specification  

Minimum
OSWindows 10 – 11
ProcessorIntel Core i3 or equivalent
Memory8GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce 1060
or AMD RX 470
Storage15GB available space
Additional NotesSteamVR required

Top PC to Play No Man’s Sky 

Refract Gaming Celeste Pre-Built PC 

Traverse the universe in style with the Refract Gaming Celeste Pre-Built PC. Harness the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU to unlock blisteringly fast performance in both gaming and streaming alike. You can game and create with virtually no interruptions, with up to 32GB DDR5 RAM ensuring quick loading times. What’s more, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 puts you at the centre of your space exploration in No Man’s Sky. Utilise support for Ray Tracing and AI DLSS 3.5 to enjoy hyper-realistic visuals and AI-powered smooth frame rates. 

  • Pre built gaming PC
  • Designed for mid-tier gaming and streaming
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070
  • 32GB DDR5 RAM
  • Includes a three-year warranty which covers parts and labour
Refract Gaming Celeste 2023

Much-Needed VR Accessories 

Your weekend spent gaming is incomplete without those much-needed VR accessories.  

HTC Vive Pro 2 Full Kit  

  • Full VR kit
  • Includes HTC Vive Pro 2 VR headset, controllers,. and SteamVR base station
  • Supports up to 4896 x 2448 resolution
  • 120Hz refresh rate
HTC VIVE PRO 2 Full Kit - HD VR Headset, Controllers, Base Stations (99HASZ002-00)
HTC VIVE XR Elite All-in-one XR and PC-VR Gaming System

HTC Vive XR Elite All-in-One Gaming System 

  • Includes HTC Vive XR Elite VR headset and controllers
  • Supports up to 3840 x 1920 resolution
  • 90Hz refresh rate
  • Up to two hours of battery life
  • Adjustable strap for enhanced comfort

Want to shop for more must-have VR accessories and headsets? You can do just that by clicking the button below. 

Don’t know where to start when it comes to PC and console VR? You can find a selection of helpful guides and articles with all the key details you need to know.

The Ultimate Guide to VR Gaming
PCVR vs Console VR

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What Will You Be Playing This Weekend?  

What VR games will you be playing this weekend? Let us know in the comments.  

*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.

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