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Put 2D porn aside, there's a new dimension in town: 3D

virtual reality porn

.But different types of VR porn require different hardware or headsets.

If you want to immerse yourself in a VR video game, you'll want to shell out a lot more than, say, a

Oculus Go

which lets you watch KinkVR from your bed for less than $200. Again, you might already have the equipment you need to start watching VR porn. For example, if you own a

PlayStation 4

and PlayStation VR, so congratulations: your PSVR headset is ready for VR porn.

So if you're eager to learn how to watch adult content in virtual reality, or want to know which VR headset is best for each type, read our recommendations.

What are the different types of virtual reality porn?

Generally speaking, the best VR porn is 3D. This means that each lens inside a user's VR headset sees a different image, while 2D VR porn shows users the same image in both lenses.

Non-interactive VR porn is shot with a series of cameras for 180 or 360 degree viewing, usually in high definition resolutions like 4K, 5K or 6K. When done correctly, premium adult VR content gives to the viewer the impression that he is being fucked by a passionate guy, having sex with a cheerleader or being deep inside Widowmaker during strap-on sex.

Meanwhile, virtual reality interactive media allow

“virtual sex”,

that is, a form of sexual contact where the user interacts with another person (real or fictional) through technological devices. This usually involves VR controllers or sex toys that connect to the Internet (

teledildonic

).

VR porn games

are plentiful and offer everything from serving as a dominatrix to role-playing with other virtual reality users over the internet. They are developed for gaming PCs and are usually based on SteamVR.

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What are the best VR porn headsets?

We've simplified things by focusing on three main categories of VR headsets: the best headset for VR porn videos, VR porn games, and portable VR porn viewing. Your favorite VR porn media will decide a lot about your VR headset, but not of all.

Here are some factors to keep in mind when shopping:

Application

: Do you want to be an interactive VR participant or just a spectator?

Space out

: Do you have enough room to stand, bend, kneel and place sensors?

Budget

: How much can you afford, and what features are absolutely necessary for your porn?

Dedicated hardware

: Do you have a VR compatible PC or smartphone? Do you even need one?

Fans of VR porn games will need as much physical space as possible to enjoy adult games, as the most popular options on the market invite full body movement.

Femdom Simulator

, for example, forces players to use all four limbs. Similarly, games like

Fallen Angel

are best enjoyed by walking around and watching the actions of the characters from different angles.

The Oculus Quest 2 should theoretically be the best option for playing VR porn games thanks to its wireless design and updated specs, but Oculus is keen to keep adult content out of its walled garden. workaround via Oculus Link or the Virtual Desktop wireless app, but the technology itself is still being refined, so if you have the cash to spend on a dedicated PC VR headset, you might want to be buying one instead.

Be warned:

In terms of PC VR headsets, the choices are slim. But budget options are still available. Microsoft's

Windows Mixed Reality

line is still available second-hand or as part of open offers on

eBay

These typically range from $150 to $250, with options from Samsung, Acer, and HP.

These helmets sacrifice some of the bells and whistles seen in the

Valve index

and

Oculus Rift

, but they'll give you an affordable head start that works well enough in a tight living space. Just make sure they've been cleaned thoroughly before purchase.

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The best high-end VR porn headsets

If you're interested in a much more dedicated, high-end VR gaming experience, there are plenty of options.

Oculus Rift S

and

HTC Vive Cosmos

both offer impressive VR experiences at 1280 x 1440 and 1440 x 1700 per eye, respectively. $ and the HTC Vive Cosmos is $699.

Then there's the high-end offering from Valve itself: the Valve Index, which costs $999 in total for the headset, controllers, motion-tracking base stations, and PC VR shooter. .

Half-Life: Alyx

.On the one hand, the Index is literally one of the most immersive and seamless VR gaming experiences available. two Oculus Quests.

Valve/Steam Index

Luckily, you don't have to pay a month's rent to watch VR porn clips.

Best mid-range VR porn headsets

The two biggest headset factors for VR porn are screen resolution and comfort, which you can easily accomplish with the

Oculus Quest 2.

The Quest offers a resolution of 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye, which is even greater than the Oculus Rift S, and the Quest 2 is completely self-contained. That means no wires are involved to use it: access Simply go to Quest's browser and navigate to your favorite VR porn site.

You can even use the Oculus Link to connect your Oculus Quest to your PC and play PC VR games (including, yes, lots of VR porn). The Oculus Quest 2 is also significantly cheaper than its PC VR cousin. : 64GB model starts at $299.

Best Cheap VR Porn Headsets

While $299 is still a steep asking price, there are plenty of inexpensive VR headsets available for purposes other than gaming. Oculus Quest's predecessor, the

Oculus Go

, is a fantastic standalone wireless virtual reality experience in its own right. While the Oculus Go sports a 1280 x 1440 resolution per eye and lacks some of the improved VR tracking features of the Oculus Quest, the

Oculus Go

can be purchased used for around $150.

For an even lower price, there are plenty of smartphone accessories that turn your iPhone or Android into a portable VR device for $130 or less. Top recommendations include the

Pansonite VR Headset

,

Configuring MERGE VR

, and the

Samsung Gear VR

.And to save money, Android users can always check

Google Cardboard

, with the official Google configuration starting at $15.

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How to Watch VR Porn on Playstation 4

It is possible to connect your PSVR to your PC for VR porn games and videos, and you can even watch VR porn directly from your PS4 console. For the former, you will need the

Trinus PSVR Driver

.Meanwhile, VR porn fans watching from their PS4 need to download a third-party app to

enjoy 3D VR content

Also, the PlayStation 4 Pro is a must-have for VR porn, as the 4K-capable console supports higher resolution videos than the standard PS4.

Overall, our headset recommendations can be boiled down to two devices:

If you're broadly interested in watching VR porn along with casual PC games, the Oculus Quest 2 is a must buy.

If you are a hardcore PC gamer interested in VR porn games and not much else, and are willing to spend a large sum of money for the best experience on the market, then go for the Valve Index .

Both options are expensive, but they're the ultimate investments right now - and they'll certainly hold up as VR content becomes more advanced.