The first Half-Life was a landmark for immersive storytelling in games. There weren't any cut scenes to sit through: Instead you had full control of Gordon Freeman to explore the world, even during ...

Two years and five iterations of the Oculus Rift later, it’s finally time to start writing about virtual reality as a thing that’s happening, not something that will happen. Less than six months from ...

If you like Squid Game but not enough to brave the real-life version, you'll soon have a VR option. Netflix has partnered with Sandbox VR to produce a game based on the Korean TV series, and from ...

Virtual reality headsets entered the mainstream with the arrival of the Apple Vision Pro in January. But, while Apple’s new $3,500 “spatial computing” headset is dominating the headlines, it’s far ...

The best VR games set themselves apart from anything you've ever experienced in traditional games before by putting you directly in the world to make your adventure as immersive as possible. Since the ...

Often associated with gaming, virtual reality may one day have a place in the office too, providing a more immersive experience and greater sense of presence than is possible with a video call. That’s ...

Virtual reality is finally crossing a threshold when everyone should be taking a closer look. As the number of VR headsets increases, getting the best one is important so you can truly appreciate what ...

I started with CNET reviewing laptops in 2009. Now I explore wearable tech, VR/AR, tablets, gaming and future/emerging trends in our changing world. Other obsessions include magic, immersive theater, ...

2016 was a big year for virtual reality, with many big brands including Oculus, HTC and Sony releasing virtual reality headsets, with more due for release this year. However, many these are premium ...

The best VR headsets can make you forget, even if just for a moment, you're wearing a big chunk of plastic and foam on your face. It will make you feel like you're a part of a game's world, if only ...