Bigscreen Unveils Exclusive ‘VRChat Edition’ of Beyond 2e PC VR Headset, Launching in September

So here’s the scoop—Bigscreen just threw out a surprise, and it’s kinda wild. They’ve got this new headset, right? It’s called the ‘Beyond 2e VRChat Edition,’ and yup, it’s aimed at the hardcore VRChat folks. I mean, who even knew there was such a hardcore crowd? But hey, here we are.

They started shipping the Beyond 2, like, not long ago. There’s the usual kind and one with eye-tracking (fancy!). And now, boom, a VRChat Edition? Guess they thought, why not?

Apparently, it’s basically the same tech stuff on the inside as the Beyond 2e. Like the eye-tracking sensors—sounds like they see more of you than you see of them, lol. Oh, and these micro-OLED thingies? 2,560 by 2,560, whatever that means. What caught my eye? Pancake lenses! I mean, pancakes in a headset? No, not really, but wouldn’t that be something? And it’s light, only 107 grams. Like holding a banana—don’t ask.

Here’s what’s cool: it goes on pre-order for $1,269, just barely pricier than the usual Beyond 2e. Mainly because it’s got this translucent purple shell. Why purple? No clue. But hey, it’s got artsy packaging! Makes it feel like they’re trying to give your shopping experience a big hug or something.

But heads up, you need a solid VR-ready PC to make this bad boy work. And SteamVR stuff—controllers, base stations, yadda yadda. Kind of like buying a fancy car and needing a road, huh?

Oh, and you’ll get VRChat goodies too—stickers and badges to jazz up your profile. They even hinted at more stuff coming, like rare giveaway drops. Like a gumball machine of the future?

Shipping starts in September. If you’ve already grabbed the old version, you can nudge them for an upgrade. Meanwhile, if you’re keen, check out this chat with Bigscreen’s Darshan Shankar and VRChat’s Tupper. Probably get all into why eye-tracking is the new black. Or purple. Whatever.