While I've largely enjoyed any time I've dipped a toe into virtual reality, I definitely do not own a VR headset. As cool as the tech is, that hardware remains an expensive niche within the increasingly pricey PC gaming landscape.
Global VR headset shipments apparently declined by 18% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest data from Counterpoint Research. That doesn't surprise me—though it's also not great news for Valve or the potentially imminent release of its Steam Frame VR headset.
A dearth of major game releases is one reason why VR headsets aren't the most in-demand hardware. For instance, Valve's Half-Life: Alyx remains an unsurpassed high bar six-years af...
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