Getting a virtual reality headset might make for a pretty impressive christmas present, but unless you've got enough computing power to use the thing, consider it a very expensive paperweight. Depending on the system powering your headset, either a PC or a PS4, here's how to get it prepped and ready for virtual reality.

Virtual reality has been around for decades, but it's only of late that the technology has properly matured with reliable consumer-grade headsets, room-scale tracking, high quality touch controllers and a library of games worth exploring.

So now that people can get into virtual reality in a range of ways - from mobiles to consoles to the top-end headsets - what's changed? Here's everything you need to know about VR.

Virtual reality is the next big thing in gaming, but wearing the headsets causes motion sickness for some. Even I've experienced a little motion sickness while playing despite the fact I never struggled with it in the past (no vomiting yet). If you're worried about hurling, there are a few things you can do to make the experience more pleasant.

In truth, 2016 was not "The Year of VR." It was the year of the start of VR. Multiple major tech companies released impressive VR systems that were clearly the first of their kind; flawed and fascinating, destined to be improved upon and replaced. The age of immersive technology is upon us, but its future remains uncertain.

Sony today launched a suped-up upgrade to the PlayStation 4 video game console dubbed the 'PS4 Pro'. Packing in a faster CPU, an upgraded graphics processor and a 1TB hard-drive as standard, it has been tailor-made for the next wave of virtual-reality, 4K and HDR content. Here’s a rundown of the specification for the new console, where to buy it and how much it costs in Australia.

Every Thursday we team up OzBargain power poster tightarse to run through some of the best deals that have caught his attention. This week: Sony Xperia With Noise Cancelling Headphones for $279, free Playstation VR games, earn massive eBay vouchers through Click & Collect -- and more!

The PlayStation VR virtual-reality headset is now out for the PS4. If you've just spent hundreds of dollars on one, you need to know which games are worth forking out for. Here are our thoughts on the key games in the VR launch lineup.

Video games aren't just for kids. Most gamers are now over thirty. Sony wants to bring virtual reality (VR) to the masses with PlayStation VR, which was released yesterday. Baby boomers in Australia have a high level of disposable income to spend on newfangled gadgets. With all that in mind, I enlisted the help of my dad, a baby boomer, practical buyer and casual gamer, to test out the PlayStation VR.

The PlayStation VR launches in Australia today for $549. Here are five things you need to know about the device, including the equipment you need, setup tips and where to buy it in Australia.

Around 2.5 million Australian households are expected to have virtual reality (VR) headsets by 2020 as consumer awareness and interest grows for this kind of technology.

Oculus wants to attract more users to its Oculus Rift virtual reality (VR) headset by lowering the minimum PC specs required to run it. According to Oculus co-founder Brendan Iribe, you can now run it on a US$500 PC. This move is likely motivated by a drastic increase in competition since Oculus Rift first launched earlier this year. Competitors include the HTC Vive, PlayStation VR and Google Daydream View. Here's what you need to know.

It's happening. Following Microsoft's Xbox Scorpio announcement at E3, Sony is preparing to reveal its own super-charged console at its PlayStation Meeting event in New York City tomorrow. If you want to catch all the action live, here's what you need to know.