Step aside 2D porn, there’s a new dimension in town: 3D virtual reality porn. But different kinds 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, an Oculus Quest 2 that lets you watch KinkVR from bed for just $299. Then again, you may already have the equipment necessary to start watching VR porn. For example, if you own a PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR, then congratulations: Your PSVR headset is VR porn-ready.
So if you’re eager to learn how to watch adult content in virtual reality, or if you want to know which VR headset is best for each kind, read on for our recommendations.
What are the different kinds of virtual reality porn?
Generally speaking, the best VR porn is 3D. This means each lens inside a user’s VR headset sees a different image, whereas 2D VR porn shows users the same image in both lenses.
Non-interactive VR porn is shot with a series of cameras for either 180 or 360 degree-viewing, usually in high definition resolutions like 4K, 5K, or 6K. When done correctly, high-end adult VR content makes the viewer feel like they’re really getting laid by a buff dude, having sex with a cheerleader, or bottoming for Widowmaker during strap-on sex.
Meanwhile, interactive virtual reality media allows for “virtual sex,” that is, a form of sexual contact where the user interacts with another (real or fictional) person through tech devices. This commonly involves VR controllers or sex toys that connect with the internet (teledildonics). VR porn games are numerous and feature everything from serving a dominatrix to roleplaying with other VR users over the internet. They’re developed for gaming PCs and generally rely on SteamVR.
What are the best VR porn headsets?
We’ve simplified things by focusing on three main VR headset categories: the best headset for VR porn videos, VR porn games, and portable VR porn viewing. Your preferred VR porn medium will decide a lot about your VR headset, but not everything.
Here are a few factors to keep in mind while shopping:
- Application: Do you want to be an interactive VR participant or just a viewer?
- Space: 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 PC or smartphone that’s VR-ready? Do you even need one?
VR porn game fans will need as much physical space as possible to enjoy adult games, as the most popular options on the market invite full-body movement. Dominatrix Simulator, for example, requires players to use all four limbs. Similarly, games like Fallen Angel are best enjoyed by walking around and viewing characters’ actions from various angles.
Theoretically, the Oculus Quest 2 should be the best option for playing VR porn games thanks to its wireless design and updated specs, but Oculus is keen on keeping adult games off its service. There’s a workaround for that via the Oculus Link or the wireless Virtual Desktop app, but the technology itself is still being refined.
However, watching VR porn itself is incredibly easy. Simply load the files on your device or stream it directly from any of our favorite VR porn sites in your browser.
So if you have the money to spend on a dedicated PC VR headset, you may want to purchase one instead.
Be warned: In terms of PC VR headsets, the pickings are slim. But budget options are still available. Microsoft’s Windows Mixed Reality line is still available pre-owned or through open box deals on eBay. These generally range from $150 to $250, with options from Samsung, Acer, and HP.
These headsets sacrifice some of the bells and whistles seen in the Valve Index and Oculus Quest 2, but they’ll give you an affordable head start that works decently enough in a tight living space. Just make sure they’ve been thoroughly cleaned before purchase.
Best 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 1832 x 1920 pixel resolution per eye, which is even bigger than the Oculus Rift S, and the Quest 2 is completely standalone. That means there are no wires involved to use it: Just navigate to the Quest’s browser and hit up 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, loads of VR porn). The Oculus Quest 2 is significantly cheaper than its PC VR cousin, too: The 128GB model starts at $299 with the 256GB model setting you back $399.
Best cheap VR porn headsets
There are plenty of smartphone accessories that turn your iPhone or Android into a portable VR device for under $60. Our top recommendation is the $59.99 Pansonite VR headset. And for a real dollar-saver, Android users can always check out Google Cardboard, with Google’s official setup starting as low as $15.
No matter which option you choose there is a wild and wonderful world of VR porn out there waiting for you. Reach out and grab it (after you lock the door.)
