"Elite: Dangerous"  is a massive, open world and multiplayer space game that won over many gaming critics. Players can choose to become mercenaries, bounty hunters, pirates explorers, miners, merchants, smugglers or cargo haulers.

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Most, if not all, critics concede this game isn't for casual gamers. The controls and gameplay do take a while to learn. 

You must really be a fan of this game to enjoy playing it.  The game, however, doesn't require a monthly subscription fee. The developer has plans to add and further expand the open world environment. 

Fortunately, Frontier Development has made playing "Elite: Dangerous" a lot more fun and realistic.

In the 2015 Pax South show floor booth, you could play this massive space game using the Oculus Rift. As you put on the headset, you'll quickly notice your virtual hands handling the controls of your cockpit.

The movement of the joystick and the virtual cockpit are seamlessly synchronized. In the words of one reviewer, the Oculus Rift has turned this simulation game into an actual virtual reality experience.  "Elite: Dangerous" players will experience the galaxy in a whole new level with this headset.

The Oculus Rift demo game really shines in space combat.  Player will encounter and fight other space ships in single combat. With the headset on, a player will simply move his head to keep the enemy ship in his sights.

The Oculus does provide players the feel of being space pilots, particularly in the Pax South demo. Admittedly, using both the joystick and the headset at the same time can be confusing at first.

The Oculus Rift headset won't be hitting stores any time soon as it's still under development. Once it's released, however, the Oculus Rift will certainly be a must-have accessory for the avid "Elite: Dangerous" player.

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