New VR Rig
Posted: Thu Nov 21, 2019 8:59 pm
I’m posting my potential rig for VR. I’m looking for critique and to ensure I don’t overlook anything or make a mistake. Also to help anyone else who might decide to do it in the future. This isn’t to start a willy waving competition. I know these things are expensive and not everyone will have the option to do it.
PC
This will be an Overclocker’s Germanium with:
CPU: 9700K (I’m going to see if they will do a pre-binned one at 5.2Ghz)
GPU: EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti FTW3 ULTRA GAMING 11G-P4-2487-KR
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ocuk-gam ... d3-og.html
VR Headset
Valve Index – because I’ve tried it with Il2 ands others have it so can share tips.
Controls
I’m a bit torn here. I love the look of the Virpil stuff and would probably stretch to it but they don’t have stock of anything! I could use my old stick whilst I set it up and wait to see if the Virpil comes in stock. If not, I will go with the warthog.
Pedals will be MFG crosswind
Environment
Most of the decisions still to be taken are here and I’m still not sure what I’ll go with. Space is a bit limited and I’m keen to keep the man cave configurable for other uses. Seems to be three possible ways to set it up:-
1, Play Seat Airforce
Advantage of this is the pedestals for the controls are already there and adjustable. I don’t think an extension to the stick is required. It folds away but takes up quite a bit of space. Can’t really use it for anything else that PC sims and I’m not sure about turning 180 to look behind. I like the idea though. I’d like one.
https://www.playseatstore.com/playseat-air-force.html
2, alternative wheel stand with no seat
I’d need to put a mount in the middle for the stick. This stand would fold almost completely away when not in use so leaves the space available for other uses. Can use a normal chair with a low back so looking 180 behind should be ok. Will need extension for the stick.
https://pagnian.co.uk/collections/fligh ... ight-stand
3, Normal desk with desk mounts.
Will need extension for the stick. Safest (and cheapest) option probably.
Summary
This is going to take awhile to setup. I have 3 weeks off over xmas so I’m planning to do it then as I'm flat out before. My mancave also needs a makeover at the same time. I’m thinking of ordering the PC base station and the Valve Index in the next few days. They can sit and wait for the rest to happen/get delivered.
Thanks to Merlin and Tom for their help so far.
Any comments or suggestions gratefully received.
PC
This will be an Overclocker’s Germanium with:
CPU: 9700K (I’m going to see if they will do a pre-binned one at 5.2Ghz)
GPU: EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti FTW3 ULTRA GAMING 11G-P4-2487-KR
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ocuk-gam ... d3-og.html
VR Headset
Valve Index – because I’ve tried it with Il2 ands others have it so can share tips.
Controls
I’m a bit torn here. I love the look of the Virpil stuff and would probably stretch to it but they don’t have stock of anything! I could use my old stick whilst I set it up and wait to see if the Virpil comes in stock. If not, I will go with the warthog.
Pedals will be MFG crosswind
Environment
Most of the decisions still to be taken are here and I’m still not sure what I’ll go with. Space is a bit limited and I’m keen to keep the man cave configurable for other uses. Seems to be three possible ways to set it up:-
1, Play Seat Airforce
Advantage of this is the pedestals for the controls are already there and adjustable. I don’t think an extension to the stick is required. It folds away but takes up quite a bit of space. Can’t really use it for anything else that PC sims and I’m not sure about turning 180 to look behind. I like the idea though. I’d like one.
https://www.playseatstore.com/playseat-air-force.html
2, alternative wheel stand with no seat
I’d need to put a mount in the middle for the stick. This stand would fold almost completely away when not in use so leaves the space available for other uses. Can use a normal chair with a low back so looking 180 behind should be ok. Will need extension for the stick.
https://pagnian.co.uk/collections/fligh ... ight-stand
3, Normal desk with desk mounts.
Will need extension for the stick. Safest (and cheapest) option probably.
Summary
This is going to take awhile to setup. I have 3 weeks off over xmas so I’m planning to do it then as I'm flat out before. My mancave also needs a makeover at the same time. I’m thinking of ordering the PC base station and the Valve Index in the next few days. They can sit and wait for the rest to happen/get delivered.
Thanks to Merlin and Tom for their help so far.
Any comments or suggestions gratefully received.