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I'd be curious if you feel the same way in a year or so. When I first got into VR I felt very strongly it was the future, but that novelty wore off over the course of a year. I go back every few months to catch up on experiences I've missed and try out new tech, but the novelty has still worn off.

VR is not a daily use experience for me, and I assume for a lot of consumers, but it is still amazing.

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I find that a) the bulkiness of the headset (and the added wires and external sensors of the Valve Index) and b) the fact that I don't always feel like waving my arms around or reaching stuff after sitting in front of the PC all day, made it wear off for me.

I was into Pokerstars VR for a while but interacting with people through the microphone made me realize I don't really enjoy talking to strangers from around the country while playing poker.

Waving your arms around after spending a day sitting at the PC is a really good thing to do though, just saying :)

Yes, I agree!

Kind of!

I was developing neck pain from Pokerstars - it's not exactly table tennis. On the other hand, Moss was a very cool game but I found it annoying on my joints to reach under virtual corners and even get on all fours to look under something. Amazingly cool concept, but it's not exactly physical therapy after a computer posture.

Is it a realistic option for watching TV/movies without a TV in the room?

Steam VR has a player that can use your PC to stream stuff, including even controlling your PC desktop. I don't think it's comfortable to have a screen right in your face with a heavy thing on your head, it's easier to watch something in a relaxed posture, moving your neck how you see fit.

I think it will take off when the gear becomes slim and light - like a much newer generation of glasses. Something that as far as I know is still in the realm of sci-fi - but not far.

The novelty hasn't worn off for me because I don't treat it as a game console. I treat it as a new form factor computer.

I use it daily for HIIT workouts, and I use it to spend time with family and friends who are either far away or busy with life i.e. kids. It's way better than FaceTime or Zoom.

I have been using Beat Saber to clear my Apple Watch exercise rings. I am curious what games or apps you use to do HIIT.

Mostly FitXR since it's competitive and SuperNatural. Both are subscription based, $6/month and $15/month if paid yearly. I tend to end with Thrill of the Fight.

In addition to Beat Saber, you might want to check out games like Until You Fall and SynthRiders.

I've lost 20 lbs playing video games.

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