What A Rush

WOW...all I am going to say is WOW. What A Rush! The future of gaming is here. With the launch and release of the PSVR many of us have now got to experience what VR is all about. I honestly have not been able to put the PSVR down. Everything From Batman to Rush of Blood to even other non game experiences. Wait...What? There are other things to do with the PSVR other than games? Why yes...yes there is.

The Other PSVR Experiences:

While yes the PSVR can play games and how we not want to leave those worlds, there are some other experiences you may have forgot about or haven't tried yet.

Hulu:

I am sure we all know what Hulu is, but how is it different on the PSVR? Well ever want to escape and watch Hulu from an apartment that seems to would be from the heart of New York or what about sitting on the beach and just relaxing? With Hulu you can do this. There are some videos that are in vr and for regular Hulu, you can watch and chill in your new virtual location.

*Free app, but monthly fee.

Allumete:

Allumette tells a story about love, sacrifice and an infinite bond between an orphan and her mother. The movie chronicles the life of a young girl named Allumette, who lives in a fantastical city in the clouds. Allumette features an incredible musical score and vivid and vibrant hand-crafted VR visuals. Run time is nearly 20 minutes, one of the longest VR movies to-date. You honestly feel like a giant and able to look into homes and around buildings and really is amazing

*Free

Invasion!:

From the director of Madagascar and narrated by Ethan Hawke, INVASION! is an award-winning VR animation that invites YOU to become part of the story. A pair of bumbling aliens, Mac and Cheze, plan to invade our Earth and destroy anyone who tries to stop them. Instead, they are thwarted by the cuddliest animals on the planet – two adorable bunnies….and YOU are one of them. Official selection of Cannes, Tribeca and Toronto film festivals.

*Free

Kismet:

Kismet is a unique daily VR fortune-telling experience. Seated across a table from an enchanted automaton with the power to see the future in the Cards and the Stars, you’ll be transported to a place where magic is real. Named after the mysterious fortune-teller at its core, Kismet is an experience inspired by the mystic arts of Tarot and Astrology, brought to life in a beautifully detailed, handmade, Gothic style. Honestly worth the price of admission.

$6.99

Littlestar VR Cinema:

Littlstar is the leading network dedicated exclusively to virtual reality, 360 video, and immersive experiences. Watch the best content from channels like ABC, Showtime, Discovery, Nat Geo, A+E, Disney, and more.

*Free

Vrideo:

Vrideo is the world’s premier platform for immersive video, also known as “360° video” or “VR video.” Stream videos, see trending and recommended videos, browse content categories, search for videos and channels, and explore channels.

*Free

Within:

Discover the best VR content from the world’s finest VR creators—all in a single app. From gripping tales set in worlds of pure imagination to documentaries taking you further inside the news than ever before, Within brings together premium, story-based immersive content in a variety of genres. Download Within and experience the future of storytelling today.

*Free

Robinson: The Journey:

I wanted to point out that it was announced on Twitter that it was announced that Robinson: The Journey is coming out on November 8th. What is interesting about this date is that this is two days before the PS4 PRO and it has confirmed that Robinson: The Journey will take advantage of the PRO's power. Another interesting thing is the price.

It has also been stated that the length is around 3-5 hours. Now it could be longer depending on how much time you want to explore, but both GameStop and Amazon, have the price at $39.99 or you can get it for $31.99 if you preorder and are a prime member from Amazon and coming out sooner. GameStop has it listed coming out on October 28th, while Amazon is showing November 3rd. Now if the fact that the actual price is $59.99 and GameStop does change the price, I asked and they are saying prices are subject to change. However, at Amazon they will match the price that you did the preorder on. So again if you are a prime member you can preorder and get it for $31.99 even if the price goes up. Just to be on the safe side, do an online chat with them and ask in any way possible and have that chat emailed to you as a back up, but this could be a savings of $28.00 and if really a 3-5 hour game/experience would be more justified.

Until next time, remember the hype is real and don't let anyone try to change that for you. Very soon we may need to get on the Hype Train and take a visit to PS4 PRO town and some how combine our two communities.

Welcome To PSVR City

Welcome to PSVR City

I had to...

Wow what did we all just experience? The PSVR Hype train made it's destination and it's been a rush ever since. Did you go to any midnight openings? Depending if you bought from Amazon you had to wait for yours to be delivered, but for those that preordered from Best Buy who had midnight openings or GameStop who was opening as soon as 9:00 pm depending on your time zone, we were able to hook up the PSVR. 

I will say that is some of the nicest packaging I have experienced. I mean the only way it could have been more awesome is if lights were shining and music were playing.

And I am sure some of you after getting everything out and hooked up said..."Oh let there be cables" and yes there are a lot of cables, but I am fine with that. But even if you may not be, you have to admit, the detail on the cables with the PlayStation symbols was pretty sweet and makes connecting everything that much more easier.

Complaints and Arguments

Well some of you got everything hooked up and were playing and all is going good and then it happened...the drifting.

For those that have not experienced it, the drifting occurs when you turn your head left and for some reason the PS camera is not bringing you back to the center of view and your in the PSVR world you happen to be visiting, may have you look like your facing to the left and or right and can be quite annoying. I know it happened to me the first night experiencing Rush Of Blood. Others may have experienced it with lights or distance, so let's talk about that. I tried to play during the day on the 13th and we have blinds, so no direct sunlight was coming in, but even with sunshine it's still going to light the room. When I experienced the drifting, I was reading and saw it could be lights and reflective objects could be the cause. Well no reflective objects, but decided to put sheets on any window just to make it even darker, same thing happened. Then I got to thinking...what about all those PSVR demos at Best Buy and GameStop's? There are lights above and it's much brighter than the room I am using it in and people are still playing. Then I noticed the tvs they were using and where the camera was placed. The camera was placed on top of the tv, but the tv was only as tall as normal eye level, for those that had the camera below the tv, the camera was tilted. But noticed the height of the tables they were being used and how the camera was tilted in that case.

Well still having problems and because I have a 30 day return window and yes even bought the 2 year warranty (just in case), I was able to switch out the headset, camera and processing box (I bought the launch bundle, so the move controllers were good). I am not sure which of the three it may have been, but my camera is on top of the tv tilted at an angle. I decided to move the chair up, even though I tried this as well. I decided to do the calibration 2 x (again) under settings on the PS4 and do everything on the PSVR and also the camera to make sure the calibration was correct and all is amazing now. As others have stated they have tried exchanging and some have worked and some of have not, but now I am able to play in the same lit room with no sheets covering anything and even was able to play Job Simulator with the ceiling fan light directly above me and awesome. Something else to try is maybe turning off the tv just to be on the safe side as you do not need the tv to play PSVR.

But you might feel a little ill?

Depending on what you are playing you may feel a little nausea or motion sickness. Keep in mind your brain in being tricked in a way to make you feel what is going on. I mean going up and down those hills on Rush Of Blood, I feel like I am honestly on a roller coaster. But what can you do to help this situation. Well if you honestly start to feel sick, stop playing. You may have to build up to it. Something else you can try is what is called Sea Bands. You can get them anywhere, Target, CVS, Walgreens...ect. These bands can be worn multiple times and may help relieve that nausea. But check out some home remedies out there and even some YouTube videos to see if that helps. Remember this is new, so again you may have to build up to it.

PS4 PRO...

Well in less than a month the PS4 PRO will be out and should help with the PSVR. The question is will you be getting? You don't have to get, but on what I know how this will help with PSVR, I am getting it. Yes it's a lot of money after getting PSVR, but I plan on trading in my current PS4 so that will help with the cost and will just put my 2tb hard drive in the PRO. 

Is PSVR worth it? 

Yes! Yes! Yes!

A new way to play like never before. Playing the London Heist...wow...Batman...wow...Job Simulator...wow. Everything I have tried was an amazing time. There are plenty of reviews and sites out there going over everything and I don't want to be just doing what everyone else does. I am just a normal person doing this blog for the fun of it and not getting paid for it. We all know how light the headset is and it just works. Just remember if for some reason it seems a little off center, just hit and hold the options button for a few seconds. So with that being said I need to review some of the games. But in doing so I promise a spoil free good time and again it may not be like your normal every day review. So until next time, PSVR City seems like a awesome place to live.

Last Stop To PSVR Launch Day...

Well here we go. 

We are at the day before the official launch of PlayStation VR. We have had a long journey since pre orders officially started back in March and even longer since Project Morpheus was announced back in 2014. Many of us there will midnight openings tonight at Best Buy stores. If you are going to GameStop, then depending on your time zone you may get yours as soon as 9:00 pm...

• EASTERN TIME 12:01 am ON 10/13
• CENTRAL TIME 11:01 pm ON 10/12
• MOUNTAIN TIME 10:01 pm ON 10/12
• PACIFIC TIME 9:01 pm ON 10/12

October 13th

• On launch day expect more PSVR titles to be added. 
• PS4 Media Player v2.50 coming soon, adds support for high-res (FLAC) audio files, and user generated 360 videos / photos viewable in VR.
• PSVR Official Launch Day

Updated Trailers:

It seems that we have some new official trailers that launched to help you get in the mood. Keep in mind these are not even all of them, but these are the most recent ones...so here you go:

PlayStation VR Worlds

Ace Banana

Battlezone

Here They Lie

Kismet

Thumper

Super Stardust Ultra VR

The Assembly

Eve Valkyrie

SportsBarVR

RIGS Mechanized Combat

Hustle Kings VR

Rush Of Blood

And releasing on November 8th...two days before PlayStation Pro

Robinson: The Journey

Launch Bundles

It seems that Gamestop has made their own launch bundles for PSVR and these are only available online and releasing on October 13th. I am sure these will start at midnight in your time zone and these will be limited:

PSVR 

$399.99

PSVR and PS+

$459.99

PSVR Launch Bundle 

$499.99

PSVR Starter Bundle

$499.99

PSVR VR Complete Batman Bundle

$529.99

PSVR Rush Of Blood Bundle

$579.99

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PSVR Ultimate Game Bundle

$889.99

Well as we head into the end of the tunnel and into PSVR Town I leave you with this:

What's this? What's this?
There's VR everywhere
What's this?
There's happiness in the air


What's this?
I can't believe my eyes
I must be dreaming
Wake up, everyone, this isn't fair
What's this?


What's this? What's this?
There's something strange at hand
What's this?
These people playing in virtual lands


What's this?
The world's are lined with
Robots showing humans
What it was like to work?
Have I possibly gone daffy?
What is this? What's this?


There's people trying score with mechs
Instead of throwing heads
They're busy trying to win
And absolutely no one's dead


There's frost on every window
Oh, I can't believe my eyes
And in my bones I feel the warmth
That's coming from inside


Oh, look, what's this?
A heist and trying to steal a jewel

Why that looks so unique? Inspired

They're gathering around a shark cage
And going down a luge
What's this?


What's this?
In here there is a bat cave
And who would ever think
To be the Batman

What's this?

We're in a space ship
Trying to control from this cockpit
And there's a smile on everyone
So, now, correct me if I'm wrong


This looks like fun
This looks like fun
Oh, could it be I got my wish?
What's this?


Oh my, what now? Everyone is excited
People playing in a new way
No longer the norm, no longer wrong
Our VR wishes have come true
Secure inside their VR Land


What's this?
The people are all missing
And the nightmares now be found
And in their place there seems to be
Good scares all around


Instead of screams, I swear
I can hear music in the VR world
The smell , the taste
Are absolutely everywhere


The sights, the sounds
They're apes everywhere and all around
I've never felt so good before
Defending these bananas
I simply cannot get enough


I want it, oh, I want it
Oh, I want it for my own
I've got to know, I've got to know
What is this place that I have found?
What is this?


PlayStation VR Land? Hmm

One Week To Go!!!

Here it is October and the fall weather is apon us. Some it may be cooler than others and some warmer than others...either way it's here. This is what we have been waiting for since the pre orders went live in March. Like I have said before, some of us have been waiting for proper VR sine TRON and the Lawnmower Man. Well, we are all about to get our dose of PSVR and for one I will be happy to take it all in.

The Reviews

I am sure you may have seen the reviews out there on the unit. Most are positive. Some are comparing the PSVR to the Vive and Oculus. Many of us have not used either of those two, But here is the thing. There was one review that was done by a company that has a magazine that the reviewer started to talk about the nausea. They also said that they get motion sickness from 3D, so my question is why would the one person that is prone to motion sickness be allowed to review PSVR? Of course they are going to give it a bad score because they cannot handle it when they are already getting sick from 3D and who knows maybe car rides. 

My point is this. Most of the "Reviewers" if you notice are in a room or studio with bright  lights. Some of the points being made is not even going to reflect on the norm as everyone's place of living is not going to be set up the same. Some of us will be playing in the dark. I mean why have the light on if you're the only one playing, It's not like you are going to see the lights in your house. Some of us may only have one or two lights in their living room. If you want a detailed review that is actually well rounded of the PSVR watch this

Just remember if you are getting PSVR, you getting because you want it, you want that next level of playing. Will we get a lot  of ports of things out there, sure. But honestly I am ok with that. The more we have to play, the more we get to experience and isn't that what we want...more content? Now there is also reviews of the games and even online videos showing that. But keep in mind, it may ruin the experience. So if you do not care about that, enjoy at your own risk. However, if you want to be surprised and part of VR is giving you that surprise, then avoid. 

PSVR Processing Box

Now with ever PSVR comes the processing box and it basically looks like a small PS4. But what does it actually do.

• It carries out object-based 3D audio processing ("really good and important to VR").
• it displays the social screen - undistorting the VR output for display on TV. Quality is lost in this process, so it scales the image up and crops it so you don't see edges.
• "Separate mode" - a completely separate audio and video stream you can send over to TV, as opposed to the mirrored social screen. It's sent compressed to the PU and then uncompressed by the device and sent to the screen. We're told that this was "an innovation that came quite late" in the development of the system.
• It displays PS4's system software interface in cinematic mode, handling the display of traditional 2D content.

Now what is 3D Audio? 3D Audio effects are a group of sound effects that manipulate the sound produced by stereo speakers, surround-sound speakers, speaker-arrays, or headphones. This frequently involves the virtual placement of sound sources anywhere in three-dimensional space, including behind, above or below the listener. Some are asking about will your headphones you have now work. The processing box that comes with every PSVR provides the 3D Audio. So any wired headphones will be able to be plugged into the inline remote. So that means that the headphones that come with the PSVR will allow you to hear 3D Audio. Yes even your Pulse Wireless headset will work via audio cable that came with it. If you don't have that cable any more, you can get them off Amazon pretty cheap.

Keep in mind wireless headphones will not work with PSVR. For 3D Audio/Binaural Audio you need wired headphones. If you are looking for a new set to go along with your PSVR, then I will suggest two. Releasing on October 9th we have Turtle Beach 350VR. I have been trying to find out more info as far as reviews as I want to know how actually well they do sound as some times what they have at your local store may not actually be how they sound at home. I know the charge is supposed to last at least 30 hours and has a detachable mic.

• Integrated Amplifier - Play for over 30 hours with the built-in rechargeable amplifier
• Variable Bass Boost - Increase spatial immersion in VR with powerful and controllable bass response
• High Quality 50mm Speakers - Hear every crisp high and thundering low with these large 50mm speakers
• Mic Monitoring - Say it, don't shout it thanks to the ability to hear the volume of your own voice
• Noise-Cancelling Microphone with Mic Monitoring - Communicate clearly with your team using the mic monitoring feature
• Ergonomic VR Design - Tailored for an out-of-this-world virtual reality experience with memory foam ear cushions and plenty of clearance for your VR headset and cables
• Lightweight Comfort - Reduce fatigue during long sessions with this lightweight headset, memory foam ear cushions and adjustable headband.

 $79.99

The other one is the Official Sony Platinum Wireless and according to Amazon comes out in November. With these you do get:

• 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound: Experience rich, highly positional virtual surround sound powered by revolutionary 3D audio technology.
• 3D Audio: In select PS4™ games that fully support 3D audio, hear and feel an amazingly rich audio experience with surround sound emanating from all directions, including above and below you.
• 50mm Drivers: Highly responsive drivers provide amazing clarity and range of sound to your virtual world, from soaring highs and mids to a rich bass.
• Exclusive Audio Modes: Download the companion app from PlayStation® Store to tune your headset with audio modes created by developers to bring out every subtle nuance in their game. 

So yes these are wireless, but does come with the audio cable so when played with PSVR will work but comes at a price of $159.99. So it really comes down to what features your  wanting and what brand you may trust. 

So will you be sticking with what you have or will you be getting one of these new headsets?

HDR TV's

Well it has confirmed that the processing box does not support HDR pass through. So what does that mean for the ones that got an HDR TV and for the ones getting the PSVR. Well you do have some options. 

1) You will have to unplug from the processing unit to the tv each time you are wanting to switch from PSVR to regular PS4 playing on the tv. Not really that big of a deal, 3 seconds bam done.

2) The processing unit is what is allowing you to use the social screen, so basically what you are seeing in PSVR, anyone else in the room can see what you are seeing on the TV. It  also is needed if you plan on playing games like Playroom VR where others can play as one is wearing PSVR. But if you will be the only one playing PSVR or if someone wants to watch TV while you are playing (technically you don't need a tv to use PSVR) you then should be able to bypass the processing box and leave the PS4 connected as you have it.

3) Now if you don't want to keep unplugging or plugging  and have an HDR TV, then I bet there is some sort of HDMI splitter on Amazon that does support HDR and that might be the best option down the road.

PSN Deal

Right now at the PSN Store there is a deal running that if you spend $100.00 in the PSN Store you will get $15.00 back and is good until November. With PSVR coming out next/this week (depending on when you read this) the PSVR titles will be added. So feel free to stack those PSN wallets (remember you cannot have more than $150.00) in your PSN wallet (They are not a bank and therefore have guidelines they have to follow). Right now you can pre order Rez Infinite ($29.99) and 100ft Robot Golf ($19.99 or $17.99 if you have PS+) and both oth PSVR titles. But come Oct. 13th the flood gates will be open.

Well ladies and gentleman...players of all ages, now is the time. VR is coming at us full steam ahead. It's either stand and let it pass you by or get hit and get aboard the PSVR Hype Train. Now there may be one last stop until the 13th, but our final destination is fast approaching and we can finally see that light at the end of the tunnel...all aboard

Day 1 Launch Titles

Let the list begin...

With the PSVR launching next week on October 13th (finally) I wanted to put a list of all Day 1 launch titles so that you may form your strategy of your PSVR gaming arsenal. I am sure as we get closer, there will be more added to this list. Please keep in mind at any time this list can change and prices are always subject to change

100ft. Robot Golf 

(You can pre order now and receive a theme that changes every day)

$19.99 or $17.99 if you have PS+

Ace Banana

(no price yet)

Attractio

$19.99

The Assembly

$29.99

Batman Arkham VR

$19.99

Battlezone

$59.99

Bound

$19.99

The Brookhaven Experiment

(No price yet)

Carnival Games

$19.99

Catlateral Damage

(No price yet)

Driveclub VR

$39.99

Eve: Gunjack

(no price yet)

Eve: Valkyrie

$59.99

Futuridium Deluxe VR

$9.99 

Harmonix Music VR

(No price yet)

Hatsune Mika: Project Diva X

$49.99

Hatsune Mika VR: Future Live

(No price yet)

Headmaster

(No price yet)

Here They Lie

$19.99

Hustle Kings VR

$19.99

Hyper Void

$9.99

Job Simulator

(No price yet)

Keep Talking And No One Explodes

(No price yet)

Kismet

(No price yet)

Loading Human

$39.99

Nebulous VR

$14.99

Playroom VR

FREE

PlayStation VR Worlds

$39.99 or Included with launch starter bundle

RIGS: Mechanized Combat League

$49.99

Rez Infinite 

$29.99

Sports Bar VR

$19.99

Super Stardust Ultra VR

(No price yet)

Thumper

(No price yet)

Tumble VR

$9.99

Until Dawn: Rush Of Blood

$19.99

Vev: Viva Ex Vivo

$4.99

Volume

$19.99

Waddle Home

(No price yet)

Wayward Sky

(No price yet)

War Thunder

(Fee)

Windlands

(No price yet)

World War Toons

(Free)

Happy October...Finally

Midnight Openings for PSVR:

It seems that select Best Buy stores (total of 350 of them) will have midnight launches for PSVR. So even if you did not get the opportunity to pre order and have been looking at Ebay (some are going for almost double) or else where and you missed out on the 2nd wave of pre orders, you now have another chance to get yours at midnight. Stock will be limited and remember this is a weekday release.

The New PlayStation Camera Is In The Launch Bundle:

Well ever since they announced that we could pre order the PSVR back in March, the starter bundle included the PSVR, two Move controllers, camera and VR Worlds

But it seems now the new PS4 camera is bundled with the PSVR launch bundle

October has finally come:

The month we have been waiting for. Some of us have been waiting since 2014 when Project Morpheus was announced. Some of us have been waiting since the 90's and some of us have been waiting ever since Lawnmower Man came out. But since it is the beginning of October I figure lets all get in the Halloween spirit and Fall mood with upcoming Horror Games. Come October 3rd, we can all say "Next Week"

A Haunting - Witching Hour:

A Haunting : Witching Hour is a storytelling video game of dark horror and desperate survival. An immersive experience finds players discovering – and taking part in – a rich story that explores the dark corners of human nature. It will unfold in episodes, giving players the opportunity to continue to unravel a complex mystery through downloadable content that picks up where the previous episode’s cliffhanger left off.

Episode One follows an indie film crew who travels to Shady Hollow to produce a documentary on John Beaumont and the disappearance of the 2 miners. In 1975 John was accused and convicted of murdering two coal miners. During the investigation, John claimed it was the Hollow Creek Witch responsible for the disappearance of the miners.

Players take on the role of Eddie, a character with a checkered past who has psychic abilities that allows him to see things from the past while touching items found throughout the game. The game will start off with Eddie being found along a lonely road by police. The police bring Eddie in for questioning in regards to the whereabouts of the remaining film makers. As Eddie tells his story, players are taken to that point in the story and play through what happened at that point.

• Playable as a VR and Non-VR game.
• Released in episodes.
• Deep backstory.
• Most emotional ending in a videogame to date.
• New Episodes will be released as DLC.

Weeping Doll:

Weeping Doll is a story-driven horror game for PlayStation VR where dolls can come alive, aroused by the bitter feelings that arise whenever their children feel hurt. You’ll navigate tough puzzles in spooky scenes to solve the mystery of an oppressed girl’s doll that takes vengeance on her parents. The game features award-winning music composed by Henryk Iwan of Scorigami soundtracks.

Dying Reborn:

Prepare to delve into a dark, horror-themed puzzle game that recreates a unique first-person room escape experience in VR. You’ll examine, collect, and use items to solve a variety of creative puzzle types to escape each spooky room, feeling shivers down your spine at every turn!

Ghost Theory:

Intrigued by your supernatural talent of clairvoyance, a struggling university department asks you to join their secret research team, making you a front-field operative in paranormal investigations. Using a wide range of ghost hunting gadgets and abilities you will conduct missions to investigate real haunted sites, collect samples and gather evidence.

Each mission is an open-ended haunted ground - a playable sandbox with its own story waiting to be unearthed. The university is your home base, where your work will be evaluated, your results assessed and where you will be briefed for your next mission.

Don't Knock Twice:

Don’t Knock Twice is a first-person VR horror game based on a psychologically terrifying urban legend. To save her estranged daughter, a guilt-ridden mother must uncover the frightening truth behind the urban tale of a vengeful, demonic witch.

"One knock to wake her from her bed, Twice to raise her from the dead."

Explore a grand manor house environment in VR and interact with almost every object you see. To find and save your daughter, you will explore all depths of the manor, searching for hidden clues and using items to fight or escape the terror that surrounds you. 

The game is being developed alongside the upcoming horror film, Don’t Knock Twice, starring Katee Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica) and directed by Caradog James (The Machine). The VR demo will launch in Q4 2016 for PlayStation VR.

Here They Lie: 

Here They Lie transports you to a terrifying world from which you cannot escape. Explore a nightmarish city inhabited by strange, malevolent creatures in this ground-breaking first-person horror, coming to PlayStation VR on 13th October.

Resident Evil 7: Biohazard:

We really don't need any words for this. One thing to know is this. PSVR has Resident Evil 7 VR exclusive rights for one full year,  so the only real place to place to play in all its full immersive VR horror fun is on PlayStation VR. So please sit back and enjoy the awesomeness that is and just enjoy the trailer.