November 30, 20187 yr So I have been playing on my Oculus Rift since it came out. I stopped using it when I turned to 2d pc games that involved RPG and FPS elements combined. Nothing compares to that high. My question is, in your experience, if you have played VR, is it also addicting? Is it really identical to PC gaming? I have found myself playing until 2am what would be considered FPS in Oculus. There are also poker games (not real money, thankfully). I just don't know if I am violating the 90 day period by playing on VR. Is there a difference in the interaction using a keyboard and mouse on a 2d screen and motion controllers in a VR headset? In other words, is this gaming? I am certain that some VR experiences would not be considered gaming, like sculpting and exercise (like boxing against a full size opponent, scary) What is your opinion?
November 30, 20187 yr I wouldn't be playing VR during the detox for sure. It's not just about 'gaming' as it is about being mindful of that type of immersive 'digital' stimulation.
November 30, 20187 yr Maybe currently its not so addicting because the technology needs to improve, but it will be way more addictive than computer in the future I think. And remember you are doing the detox to do productive things. I mean you could also detox from games but sit in front of youtube 24/7. thats not the sense of the detox.
December 1, 20187 yr Author OK. Thank you so much for your input. I have been thinking of selling the system.
December 4, 20187 yr Author It's up for sale now, along with the computer that I put together specifically for gaming and vr (I have two computers and a laptop). I'm going to take that money to convert my freshwater tank to a saltwater. It's going to be epic and relaxing all at once. Thank you so much!
December 11, 20187 yr Author Well, I just shipped out the vr system and I will be shipping out the computer this Saturday. They are both sold. Now time to move on.
January 16, 20197 yr On 12/11/2018 at 5:52 AM, padreman said: Well, I just shipped out the vr system and I will be shipping out the computer this Saturday. They are both sold. Now time to move on. a little late reply, but nice move selling it ?
January 18, 20197 yr Author Thank you. There are still some moments when I want it back...which proves that it was a good idea.
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