VR hardware4 MIN
VR Headset Weight and Balance: Why Front-Heavy Hurts
Why front-heavy VR headsets cause pressure and neck strain, why balance matters more than total weight, and which straps, counterweights and power banks help.
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Dixotomia, VR games and sci-fi horror
Guides and stories from Deep Matrix, the studio behind Dixotomia: how to play VR better, which games to try next, the hardware worth buying and how independent VR games get made.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR Holsters and Weapon Slots Explained
How hip, chest and shoulder holster slots work in VR shooters, how to learn their positions, which settings move them and how to stop losing weapons mid-fight.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR Horror Night: Letting Friends Watch Without Ruining It
How to run a VR horror night with friends: cast the view to a screen, set couch commentary rules, rotate headsets safely, clean between turns and pick games.
VR gaming4 MIN
How Long Should a VR Horror Session Be?
How to pace VR horror sessions around fatigue and fear, with sensible session lengths, break strategies and ways to end a session calmly after a scary game.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR in an Apartment: Noise, Neighbors and Floors
How to play VR in an apartment without annoying neighbors: quiet habits, games that avoid stomping, footwear and mat tips, and headphones versus speakers.
Game development4 MIN
VR Interaction Design: Grabbing, Holsters and Hand Presence
Practical VR interaction design rules for grabbing, holsters, two-handed weapons and hand presence, with reachable zones and fixed holster spots.
VR hardware4 MIN
Why Sunlight Can Damage Your VR Headset Lenses
Sunlight can damage a VR headset when it shines through the lenses onto the display. Learn the risky spots and how to store your headset safely near windows.
Game development5 MIN
VR Locomotion Design: Comfort Options Players Expect
The comfort options a VR game should ship with, including teleport, smooth movement, snap or smooth turn, vignette and seated mode, plus a developer checklist.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR Melee Combat Tips: Swing, Block and Stay Safe
VR melee tips for newcomers: wrist versus arm swings, timing blocks, managing stamina and avoiding real furniture. Physics-based and simplified combat compared.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR Motion Sickness Warning Signs: When to Stop Playing
Learn the early VR motion sickness warning signs, a simple stop rule and how to recover. This is general guidance, so see a doctor for persistent problems.
Game development4 MIN
VR Playtest Safety and Comfort Protocol
A practical safety and comfort protocol for VR playtests: boundary checks, spotters, breaks, a motion sickness stop rule, consent and hygiene.
Game development4 MIN
VR Playtesting Guide: Running Sessions That Teach You Something
Plan VR playtests that teach you something. Prepare a safe space, brief testers, observe quietly, log comfort and confusion, and reset gear between sessions.
VR hardware4 MIN
VR Refresh Rate Explained: 72, 90 and 120 Hz in Plain English
What VR refresh rate means in plain English, why 72, 90 and 120 Hz feel different, how GPU power limits it and how to choose the right setting for your games.
VR hardware4 MIN
VR Resolution Explained: Pixels per Eye vs Pixels per Degree
Per-eye resolution and pixels per degree explained: why sharpness depends on lenses and field of view, and what to check when comparing VR headsets.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR Safety Checklist: Clear the Room Before You Play
A short VR safety checklist for every session: clear the floor, check fans and cables, keep people and pets out, use wrist straps and plan your breaks.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR Shooters as Exercise: Do They Count?
An honest look at the workout value of VR shooters compared with rhythm and boxing games, and how to make shooters more active with crouching and strafing.
Game development5 MIN
VR Supported vs VR Only on Steam: Which Label Fits?
VR Only and VR Supported mean different things on Steam. Learn what each label promises, who it targets and how to choose the right one for your game.
VR hardware4 MIN
VR Treadmills and Locomotion Gear: Are They Worth It?
An honest overview of VR treadmills, slide shoes and leaning platforms: who they suit, how much space and safety they need, and their limits before buying.
Game development4 MIN
VR Tutorial Design: Teaching Hands, Not Buttons
How to teach VR controls without text walls: one action at a time, real objects to practise with, in-world hints and a recovery path for missed steps.
VR gaming4 MIN
Warm-Up and Stretching Before a VR Session
A five-minute warm-up and cooldown for active VR: shoulders, wrists, neck and legs, simple moves for shooter fans, and a reminder to stop if anything hurts.
VR gaming4 MIN
VR With Kids: Safety Rules for Parents
Practical VR safety rules for parents: supervise every session, keep play short, set up a safe room, check game content and follow age guidance.
VR hardware4 MIN
VRAM and VR: Why Video Memory Matters
What video memory does in VR, why high resolution and supersampling use it up, how to spot the signs you are running out and what to adjust first.
Sci-fi horror5 MIN
Rain, Heat and Dust: Weather as Horror Atmosphere
How weather builds mood in horror, from rain in Blade Runner and fog in Silent Hill to dust and heat in industrial settings, and how designers use it.
VR gaming4 MIN
What Age Is VR OK For? Guidance for Parents
What age is VR okay for kids? Headset makers publish minimum age guidance, so check it, then add comfort rules, short sessions and content checks at home.