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Immersed Robot
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Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality focused content.
I have been involved in covering the VR industry via podcasts and written articles since 2016, starting with 'VR Roundtable', one of the first weekly VR podcasts. Now, along with long-time VR community members, Flukerogi (Rog) & Dazednetic (Lee), I co-host a twice-monthly VR/AR-focused podcast called 'RECENTERED', available on the dedicated RECENTERED channel (www.youtube.com/@RecenteredPodcast) and audio podcast platforms!
I am extremely enthusiastic about VR and AR technology, and while I think it's impressive today, I'm especially excited about the future potential that will be revealed in the coming decades.
I am also an author of five novels, the latest of which is called 'The Memory Engine' and is focused on VR/AR technology in a light-hearted, tongue-in-cheek kind of way.
I make videos on VR-related topics I'm interested in on a semi-regular basis. There will be periods of many videos and periods of few videos.
I have been involved in covering the VR industry via podcasts and written articles since 2016, starting with 'VR Roundtable', one of the first weekly VR podcasts. Now, along with long-time VR community members, Flukerogi (Rog) & Dazednetic (Lee), I co-host a twice-monthly VR/AR-focused podcast called 'RECENTERED', available on the dedicated RECENTERED channel (www.youtube.com/@RecenteredPodcast) and audio podcast platforms!
I am extremely enthusiastic about VR and AR technology, and while I think it's impressive today, I'm especially excited about the future potential that will be revealed in the coming decades.
I am also an author of five novels, the latest of which is called 'The Memory Engine' and is focused on VR/AR technology in a light-hearted, tongue-in-cheek kind of way.
I make videos on VR-related topics I'm interested in on a semi-regular basis. There will be periods of many videos and periods of few videos.
Pimax Crystal LIGHT... Your next high-end PC VR headset?
Having used the original Pimax Crystal for quite a long time now, I think it's safe to assume the type of product we'll be getting from the Pimax Crystal Light. In this video, I go through a few thoughts on what to expect, and how much of an impact will that lack of eye-tracking really have?
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Pimax Crystal SUPER and LIGHT announced… thoughts?
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.4 месяца назад
Pimax announced TWO new PC VR headsets at their Frontier event. In this video, I run through the specs, and give a few of my overall thoughts on both the Pimax Crystal SUPER, and Pimax Crystal LIGHT. [0:00] Introduction [0:24] Removing that XR2 chip and battery from the standard Crystal [1:21] Pimax Crystal Super specs, price, and my initial thoughts [11:20] Pimax Crystal Light specs, price and...
PC or PSVR2? - Which is the best platform to play No Man's Sky in VR?
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.4 месяца назад
I decided to revisit No Man's Sky on my PC with the Quest 3 and see how it runs these days via Virtual Desktop. I've previously mentioned how the PSVR2 is (on balance) the best way to play NMS currently, but perhaps I was too hasty in that assessment? Note: This wasn't originally intended to pit the PC version of NMS against the PSVR2 version, but as my ramblings progressed it sort of turned in...
A quick update
Просмотров 6764 месяца назад
In this video, I give a quick update of what I've been up to and what is happening with the channel. Nothing too exciting, but I thought it was time to share a few thoughts. Timestamps: [0:00] Start [0:30] Elite Dangerous talk [3:37] PC upgrades over the next few months? Possibly... [6:45] Attempting to get to the point 🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸 PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVE...
Why is the Apple Vision Pro?
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video I ask the question, “Why is the Apple Vision Pro?”, as in, why does it even exist? I talk about the Apple Vision Pro and how I think it fits into the wider VR industry. 🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸 PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVEL, 'THE MEMORY ENGINE': Kindle/paperback (UK): amzn.to/3depUvI Kindle/paperback (US): tiny.cc/ob7ksz Audible (UK): tinyurl.com/y2f529my Aud...
Can the PICO 4 hold its own against the QUEST 3 in ELITE?
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.8 месяцев назад
In this video, I give a few of my first impressions of the Pico 4, focusing on the PC VR experience in Elite Dangerous, and talking about how I feel it compares to the Quest 3 in this initial use. 🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸 PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVEL, 'THE MEMORY ENGINE': Kindle/paperback (UK): amzn.to/3depUvI Kindle/paperback (US): tiny.cc/ob7ksz Audible (UK): tinyurl.co...
This is how I'll be playing Elite Dangerous from now on!
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The 72Hz refresh rate option in the Pimax Crystal is going to be released in an upcoming firmware update. I received access in order to give it a try, and am actually a little shocked at how much it allows me to push the resolution in Elite Dangerous on my humble RTX 3080! ⭐ $20 off Pimax Crystal use coupon code 'robot' at checkout: pimax.com/?ref=0eQMbw (Affiliate) 🔸 PC SPECS ( AFFILIATE LINKS...
How does the Quest 3 stack up in Elite Dangerous?
Просмотров 13 тыс.9 месяцев назад
This is a slightly disorganised video where I play Elite in my Quest 3 and give a few of my initial thoughts on the experience. How does the Quest 3 stack up? 🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸 PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVEL, 'THE MEMORY ENGINE': Kindle/paperback (UK): amzn.to/3depUvI Kindle/paperback (US): tiny.cc/ob7ksz Audible (UK): tinyurl.com/y2f529my Audible (US): tinyurl.com/7...
The Jack of all trades, and MASTER of ONE! // Pimax Crystal final review
Просмотров 7 тыс.10 месяцев назад
After 4-months of thorough testing, this is my final review of the Pimax Crystal (in its current form - 19/10/23). Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction [1:28] Visuals: resolution, local dimming and aspheric lenses [2:11] Focal distance [2:43] Eye-tracking and dynamic foveated rendering [3:25] Is an RTX3080 enough? [6:43] Audio output / input quality [7:31] Form factor, comfort and weight [8:33] Trac...
Integrated audio solution for your PS VR2! // Globular Cluster PH2 Headphones REVIEW
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.10 месяцев назад
In this video, I take a look at the Globular Cluster clip-on headphones for the PS VR2 HMD! More information on the PH2 headphones can be found here: www.globular-cluster.com/PSVR2-VR-Headphones.html 🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸 PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVEL, 'THE MEMORY ENGINE': Kindle/paperback (UK): amzn.to/3depUvI Kindle/paperback (US): tiny.cc/ob7ksz Audible (UK): tinyurl...
Some thoughts on the Quest 3...
Просмотров 4,2 тыс.10 месяцев назад
One thing I don't mention in this video, is the quality of the microphone. I can only apologise for the audio quality in this video, but I decided to publish it anyway. This is not a review video, but more just a few general thoughts on the Quest 3. More in-depth impressions can be found in the latest Recentered Podcast, which is now on its own channel (link below). Link to Episode 28 of RECENT...
Increasing IMMERSION in MSFS with the BUTTKICKER Gamer Plus!
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.10 месяцев назад
In this video I try the MSFS plugin for the Buttkicker HaptiConnect software in order to increase overall immersion! I'm playing in VR in the Pimax Crystal HMD while also using eye-tracking for dynamic foveated rendering. More information on the Buttkicker Gamer Plus here: thebuttkicker.com/ 🔸 SUPPORT IMMERSED ROBOT 🔸 PURCHASE MY VIRTUAL REALITY SCIENCE-FICTION NOVEL, 'THE MEMORY ENGINE': Kindl...
Does THIS increase VR immersion?
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.10 месяцев назад
In this video, I give a review of the Buttkicker Gamer Plus chair transducer. I've used it in a number of VR titles in order to give as thorough an impression on if this device truly increases VR immersion. Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction [0:44] What is the Gamer Plus and what comes with it? [2:05] Buttkicker with Elite Dangerous (no plugin) [2:26] Noise [3:06] Overall Elite experience with the...
RECENTERED Episode [27] // Meta Connect 2023 + Much MORE!
Просмотров 62410 месяцев назад
In this episode of RECENTERED, Lee takes up hosting duties as we discuss all the latest happenings in the world of VR/AR/MR, including Meta Connect and the Quest 3! Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction and catchup [3:02] The Retro Computer Museum meetup [12:40] Gary picks up a PS VR2 [21:17] Lee tries the DPVR E4 [24:45] Meta Connect and Quest 3 discussion [54:32] Asgard's Wrath 2 [56:31] Assassin's...
Pimax CRYSTAL feature COMPLETE software tour!
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.11 месяцев назад
In this video, I take a look at the feature complete Pimax Play software for the Crystal HMD! This software should be rolling out to all Crystal users shortly (if not already) and allows the use of dynamic foveated rendering and the Lighthouse faceflate for everyone! ⭐ $20 off Pimax Crystal use coupon code 'robot' at checkout: pimax.com/?ref=0eQMbw (Affiliate) Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction [0...
RECENTERED podcast is MOVING! // More Quest 3 leaks // SLOW smooth turn speeds?! // Episode [26]
Просмотров 61911 месяцев назад
RECENTERED podcast is MOVING! // More Quest 3 leaks // SLOW smooth turn speeds?! // Episode [26]
No Man's Sky + Pimax CRYSTAL + WOOJER V3 is BONKERS!
Просмотров 66211 месяцев назад
No Man's Sky Pimax CRYSTAL WOOJER V3 is BONKERS!
Pimax CRYSTAL Lighthouse faceplate // installation and impressions
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Pimax CRYSTAL Lighthouse faceplate // installation and impressions
First impressions of the WOOJER Vest 3 in ELITE Dangerous!
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.11 месяцев назад
First impressions of the WOOJER Vest 3 in ELITE Dangerous!
I was WRONG about No Man's Sky ECHOES on PC VR!
Просмотров 6 тыс.11 месяцев назад
I was WRONG about No Man's Sky ECHOES on PC VR!
RECENTERED is 1-YEAR-OLD! Episode [25] // Green Hell (PS VR2) // Quest 3 Leak // No Man's Sky Update
Просмотров 42011 месяцев назад
RECENTERED is 1-YEAR-OLD! Episode [25] // Green Hell (PS VR2) // Quest 3 Leak // No Man's Sky Update
A visual spectacle in the Pimax CRYSTAL!
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.Год назад
A visual spectacle in the Pimax CRYSTAL!
3D PC gaming with the Rokid MAX Glasses and Rokid STATION!
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3D PC gaming with the Rokid MAX Glasses and Rokid STATION!
Is this the Reverb G2 replacement? // DPVR E4 Review
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.Год назад
Is this the Reverb G2 replacement? // DPVR E4 Review
Reverb G2 vs Pimax CRYSTAL - the logical upgrade?
Просмотров 4,2 тыс.Год назад
Reverb G2 vs Pimax CRYSTAL - the logical upgrade?
A HUGE screen ANYWHERE! The ROKID Max Glasses and Rokid STATION!
Просмотров 9 тыс.Год назад
A HUGE screen ANYWHERE! The ROKID Max Glasses and Rokid STATION!
I just learned so much
Here is a question why is my 100% not matching my native resolution at all.. as in its not the right numbers. one of them is, but the other will not... I have a HP Reverb and it is 2160sq per eye but Steam VR just wont set it to 2160x2160 have to either go 100 or 96 and pick or choose which isnt that its scaled like you refer to its just wrong? and I cant find nothing on this or if its even wrong or intended. Any ideas?
Awesome dude, one of those videos I didn't want to end! Just got the PC adapter for PSVR2 so all this is new to me!
Thank you for your video :) For me, Elite dangerous is the best VR game ever (with American truck simulator) ♥
Great and useful video, thanks for sharing. Has anything changed since this was posted..?
I'd need to re-watch it myself to be sure, but I don't think anything covered in this video is necessarily out of date. The fundamentals of frame timings, framerate and reprojection are all still true to this day as far as I'm aware. There might be some changes in how some of those things work in Virtual Desktop for example, but even then it's all pretty much the same.
@@ImmersedRobot Thanks. I have asked some questions over at the Steam forum to see how this app has developed with not just the use of SteamVR but also with a Oculus headset, the Quest 3 in my case.
Great video mate! I'm having issues with adjusting the resolutions though. I have edited the height and width of low, med, and high settings, to 1200 x 1200, but when i get into the game it stays at 1080 x 1080. I even tried to adjust the settings XML file and changing the height and width there, but it just seems to stay the same. Even with it at 1080 x 1080, it is so damn fun to travel around los santos in VR! It would have been cool with controller motion aiming, but the head tracked aiming is actually pretty awesome!
It's been so long since I've used this mod that I'm not sure what to suggest regarding the resolution issues you're having. I struggle to get it working properly now due to the fact I own the Rockstar Launcher version of GTA V and the, now unsupported mod, seems to have major issues working with that version - even when rolling back updates etc (I wish it did). Sorry I can't be more help, but thanks for the comment!
@@ImmersedRobot It's all good man! I'll keep looking around and see if anyone else is having this issue, but honestly it's still fun to cruise around at 1080 lol. Ah man, that sucks that there's issues with the rockstar client version. i have it on steam and just checked another video on here where the guy had create a ZIP folder containing all the files, that i literally just pasted into the game's folder. i can give you the link to that video if you want to try those files? and it's all good man, i appreciate the response!
@@EubyGamingRES I'm pretty sure I might have already seen the same video a while ago, but I just can't get it to work on the non-Steam version. I'm sure there's a way, and maybe I'll look into it deeper at some point in the future. But thanks for the offer.
@@ImmersedRobot ok cool, no worries man. At least the game usually goes on sale for cheap, if you ever did want to grab it on steam and jump back into it lol
After using it, I'm pretty sure the PSVR2 uses a default resolution scaling of 1.7 in SteamVR to correct for barrel distortion rather than the standard 1.4 (this is an old video where things have changed now). This means that 100% SteamVR resolution scaling when using a PSVR2 effectively means it's rendering at 170% rather than the standard 140%.
I am seeing people recommend setting it to 68% to get the 1.4 scaling properly matched on PS VR2. Is this correct?
@@BartCunningham it’s difficult to know for certain what the PS SteamVR app is doing behind the scenes, but I would assume that the distortion algorithm they are using requires 1.7x supersampling in order to bring it back to native resolution. That’s the only explanation why 100% shows as 3400x3400 per eye. But I can’t be certain of that, and regardless, that is a very demanding resolution for most PCs.
@@ImmersedRobot Thanks for the response. I will probably leave it set at 100% but may turn off motion smoothing. Alyx seems to be doing okay with it so far. I am running a MSI Katana I9/RTX 4070/64GB laptop.
Motion smoothing off was a worse experience. Obvious low frame rate with it off. Much better with it on.
@@ImmersedRobot So does the HMD manufacturer provide steam with the intended values? How does steam know what 100% should be for each headset?
Never in stock.
Although this vid is 3 years old, going into PCVR just the other day with the now available PSVR2 for PC, i always wondered why 100% was around 4k*4k pixels while the psvr2 only has 2000*2040. this explains it.
How to run Elite Dangerous using PimaxXR? (not using SteamVR = not OpenVR)
You can go through OpenComposite, although how well that integrates with the direct OpenXR DFR integration with Elite I’m not sure. I tend to stick to OpenVR for Elite as it turns out.
I think it's not aggressive enough. They need to crank it up even more.
I'd love to have that option in there too. I feel it could be slightly more aggressive without being that noticeable too.
Primary reason why this game was met with negative reception, apart from the extremely buggy release (of the flatscreen version that is), is that you were locked to flying only one ship. It wasn't unprecedented in the X series, but all the recent titles gave you the freedom to fly just about any ship, fighter sized to capital class. They backpedaled hard with X4 and followed the X3 formula again, with a little inspiration from Rebirth like some of the ship designs, the ability to walk around stations and the game engine itself. And became quite the success, still releasing huge patches and expansions 6 years after release. If VR was more mainstream, this might have become quite popular, because there's just so little to choose from in VR. There's Elite, and that's about it for sandbox space sims that I've heard of at least (I don't count NMS as a space sim, because the focus on space combat and flying is just so low).
There's actually an indie game called dungeon knight which is very similar to legend quest. More sophisticated obviously, And tellingly made by just 1, maybe 2 people. Says a lot about how far this tech is gone since it re-emerged.
Aymanos ?
Is that an Amstrad CPC464 in the background? I had the CPC6128 back in the day, Legendary stuff!!
Hi and Thank you for the vid! Problem is that I first just recently started playing NMS and wanted to set up my T.Flight HOTAS OnE for NMS, and since you made the guide, Stream have changed their layout for controller setup! Was wondering if You could perhaps update this vid to a newer edition on how to setup the Hotas, using the new steam settings? ThanX in advance! Cheers!
Finally.. I've spent 3 days looking for guide on Crystal. Thank you very very much! Few questions if you dont mind! How shall I launch Sabnautica? I saw it ia workikg natively with DFR. Do i juat start it through Pimax app? I tried with steam vr , good quality but some stutters , and controller issues there. Thanks in advance!
I'm not hugely familiar with Subnautica (although I've played a few hours of it in VR) but here's the Pimax Crystal DFR spreadsheet regarding game compatibility: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16GNwXAVCjUF9vCW6ubiUPQT00hZ7hRT5K_sbO6P9nYc/edit?gid=0#gid=0 You should be able to load it directly from SteamVR and the DFR should be present via the Pimax client in that way since it seems to utilise the in-built OpenVR DFR implementation.
Grwat video! But Iam still confused with DFR settings. If the game supports DFR dont uou need to select off option? BecUse it says fixed rendering.
If you have dynamic foveated rendering from eye tracking enabled and the game supports OpenVR DFR the you still want to select one of the foveated settings (I use aggressive). Although it says ‘Fixed’ this was just an oversight in the software I believe. This used to be the case at least, but I’d need to go in and check if this is still the case.
Ok I got it. But what shall I select if the game don't support Eye tracking? Do I keep it off?
This looks epic. Can't believe I didn't pay attention to this software. Ordered my first flight Sim hardware, got a VR and PC and can't wait to try this.
3:20 Yeah, I think that's the part that most modern VR naysayers don't quite grasp. They often use the failure of VR in the '90s as a way to prove how VR is just a fad, gimmick, and flop, but the reality (no pun intended) is that it really is a major part of the future [and current] of gaming, interactive entertainment, and beyond. It's just a matter of when it will become mainstream enough for everyone to get that very clear at this point. And then there will be no going back.
how many GB of storage uses ELITE on Meta quest 3?
Sorry, I’m not sure you’re being serious or not. But assuming you are, then what I’m showing here is Elite being played on a PC and streamed to the Quest 3 over wireless connection. Elite does not have a native Quest version.
So leave it like it is or move it right to the line? 100% or 140%
100% is effectively rendered at 140% behind the scenes anyway. The line has nothing to do with it, and simply indicates SteamVR’s recommended resolution scaling for your system.
I've just started ED in VR and after trying both legacy and horizons live, I think i'm going to play Legacy going forward. It just looks better! 4090/7800x3d
I bought this for 100$ worth every single penny
I picked one up again recently due to the low price right now.
at 200 retail and sales as low as 140 would move this thing. They need to pick a market and price it accordingly
I agree that price would be perfect. It just doesn’t seem possible for them to reach that while making any viable profit unfortunately - at least that’s what I can only assume due to their standard pricing.
Very usual actually! Thank you for the clearcut explanation <3
My jaw dropped when I first played this back in 2016 on my CV1. And when I super sampled it, I melted in my chair and said to myself, "This is just the first generation of HMDs....." Edit: I regret selling my CV1 everytime I think back on the headset. It was nearly perfect in all aspects. The blacks were truly black, it was light weight, and those controllers were phenomenal! All Oculus needed to do was bump up the resolution and possibly create a model that used laser for tracking vs the cameras that loaded up the USB bus when running three for better tracking/reduced occlusion.
I loved it. I won one of the members night dactyl nightmare competitions. Still the best thing I've ever won.
Local dimming with controllers is over 900 quid with tax
Yes, with those features (which most people are probably advised in getting anyway) then the price does jump up to make the overall deal a slightly higher tier. It's still probably the best dedicated VR system for the specific types of simulation games I'd only ever recommend the Crystal for regardless. And in that recommendation, the controllers might not be necessary for all - especially, as I say, sim gamers. Although I love my Pimax Crystal, I would never recommend it as an 'all-rounder', and I stand by that for my own use-cases.
But bro, 3080 for 45 FPS???, is that low???
Sorry, I'm not certain what you're asking. Are you saying 45fps is too low? It's running in reprojection in order to give consistent performance with that framerate, which is less than ideal, but sort of necessary.
Question: is Wi-Fi speed a factor impacting dropped frames and fps in general when casting over to Meta Quest 2/3 ??
Without being an expert on the network-related bottlenecks of delivering frames to a headset, my guess would be, no (at least not in showing dropped frames on monitoring software). Wifi issues will certainly manifest in perceived stuttering for sure, but when monitoring via fpsVR, I believe that relies on information from the frame processing of the PC itself. So if fpsVR is displaying a dropped frame, then that is a result of the PC itself dropping the frame, and that has nothing to do with network issues (as far as I'm aware). Virtual Desktop's monitoring tools seem to combine this in various ways to provide more information from network-related issues, so that might provide extra information.
@@ImmersedRobot thanks a lot! Yeah I saw something about that in Steam forums, for now will just do subjective testing using new WiFi 6 AP
In some games I only get stuttering when using artificial moving. If use my hand to move and look to my side I will notice the stutter. Sometimes I can fix this by lowering the fps but sometimes no matter what I do it doesn't go away. A perfect example of this is the game Hubris. Anyone know what to adjust?
This sounds like you’re simply not hitting native framerate. What are your system specs, headset model, and connection method?
@@ImmersedRobot I have a 11900KF, a 3080ti, 64gbs ram, and Windows 10.
When I play with the Qwest 3 VR it switches back to non-VR mode 😢
how you playing in vr.. when i try to its just 2d box gray all around me
should i get this or the quest 3
Keen to get the Super but it will have to wait till i know if the 5090 can drive it. will wait for someone to confirm this before I replace current Crystal headset as my 4090 can’t keep up with the demands of 2880x2880 per eye.
i was about to leave a snarky comment about how this was an "index 2 leak" but it seems like you're just an index user that had to RMA. have a nice day!
The sound quality kills it for me. If I'm going to upgrade from my wired JBL's (Decent, but the mids seem scooped out), I want better lows and clearer, more well defined, mids/highs. I purchased the Pulse Elites (they arrive in a few days, but I'm not entirely convinced the sound quality is going to be sufficient either). I'm thinking I may have to just bite the bullet and shell out $200+ to get something that actually fits my needs (the life and struggles of an audiophile....lol).
the rest of their gear looks good, the rear comfort pad and even the hand cushion pads they offer. This? this looks cheap flimsy in build quality, small flat cushion, and the audio? yeah i don't expect much there. Your better off paying for a quality pair of headphones than these overpriced pads. If your expecting quality audio and build quality here your seriously looking in the wrong spot =) Grossly overpriced for the audio quality and build. Not sure why any serious person would consider these a viable option. Use the money and save for a better headset.
Funny that the light is available now 😂
Your video capture looks very choppy for 90fps. Is that the fault of the streaming application?
90fps when viewed via RUclips's 60fps will never look perfectly smooth. For this reason, I show performance data to illustrate how it would feel in a headset with a 90Hz refresh rate. 90fps at 90hz in the headset will be perfectly smooth. You'll notice that the 120fps footage looks very smooth, this is simply because viewing RUclips's 60fps video on a 60Hz monitor multiplies perfectly for footage captured at 120hz/120fps (each frame of video is off course retained skipping every other frame of captured footage, making it appear smooth). 90fps footage will never appear smooth on a 60hz monitor/60fps video unfortunately. This is why ideal footage for VR game trailers etc will be captured at 60fps (or 120Hz/120fps) rather than 90fps.
Hi. I was going to exclude the controllers, but don't you need them to setup your room calibration, even if seated? Thanks.
The room calibration on the Crystal is confusing to say the least. I don’t even bother setting it up. I just sit down in MSFS, Elite or whatever, then hit the ‘recenter’ key in the experience I’m playing. I’d clarify this with Pimax, but I’m almost certain the room setup is not necessary at all.
what's the point to do a review if you don't know the franchise.
This is not a review. It’s me trying a VR space game which passed me by.
Why would you ask a youtuber that? lol
@@mrlost117 “RUclipsr” lol
I found supersampling is a big hater... I put vr on ultra, but turned SS to 1.0.... runs smoothly now! (I had a some stutter still in a station)
Its the vr headset is not that strong
Hi Gary. Are you expecting a Crystal Light for review? What I would like to see is a review with the base unit (what you get when you actually buy one), using the SMAS sound solution that comes with the HMD, seems all YT reviews got sent units with the "Optional" DMAS speakers, these are expensive for what they are ($135 Canadian on the Pimax store, $250 on the Amazon Canada Pimax store). I ordered a Crystal Light on May 31, not really expecting it until August. But no one and I mean no one mentions the SMAS sound quality in ANY reviews, is SMAS as good as lets say the Quest 2 or 3, the Pico 4? better, about the same or worst. Sounds is a important part of VR, would be nice to know this information during reviews. As for the DMAS, some say equal of Valve Index and G2 sounds, some say not as good. Any help or info you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. :)
I've been told that I will receive a review unit of the Crystal Light, although to be honest, my current work schedule means I might have to turn the offer down due to limited time to make videos. However, if I do go ahead and review the Crystal Light, I will request an SMAS version for this very reason. I'd be interested to know how good the sound is myself, and actually wish I'd tried that version at the Pimax Roadshow event I attended last week. With regards to the DMAS headphones on the Crystal, I'd personally rank them very close to the sound quality of the Valve Index and the Reverb G2. There might very well be a small difference in sound quality, but I struggled to tell the difference. The DMAS is very good sound quality.
@@ImmersedRobot Thank you for the reply Gary, the difference you experienced with the DMAS possibly not being quite as good as the Index is more than likely dependent on what amplifier and DAC a particular HMD is using to power the sound solution. In example, I have a Pico4, no 3.5mm headphone jack on that HMD, I bought a Ugreen USB-C to 3.5mm, I used the DAS headphones with 3D printed adaptor and once plugged into the Ugreen adaptor... the sound is simply amazing, much better than any other HMD I've ever plugged the DAS headphones into (Vive, Rift-S, Quest 2 and 3) so I'm thinking whatever goodies they pack into that little Ugreen adapter makes the DAS sound so much better making me realize the DAS are actually really good headphones, the DAC in VR headsets blows dead goats at midnight. LOL
I have a radeon 5700xt thicc iii ultra 8gb and ryzen 9 3950x on a msi x470 gaming pro carbon motherboard and 64gig of hyper X ram.. what do I need to play this headset on my pc. I would prefer untethered but don't know what I need to buy.. can you recommend?
My first computer in the background...an Amstrad.
Very good, deservers way more views.
I've been trying to get this to work with Star Citizen, but I don't get any sound once in the game. It works at the launcher but not in the game. Haven't been able to find anything online about it either. Have you tried it or been able to use it with Star Citizen?
Is this worth it over the make visuals great again mod. Just picked up gta v