Oculus Rift: UK launch and price revealed

The virtual reality headset is about to become much easier to buy, but slightly more expensive

Oculus Rift
(Image credit: Oculus)

Virtual reality looks set to go mainstream in 2016, with one of the year's most hyped headsets finally being given an official launch date and price in the UK.

The Oculus Rift will go on sale on 20 September, priced at £549 and with a free game, announced the Facebook-owned company.

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