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Table 1 Classification of immersive VR systems based on the technologies on which it is implemented

From: A virtual reality home-based training for the management of stress and anxiety among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Typology

Definition

Examples

PC-based

Require a connection between an HMD and a computer with advanced computational and graphics capabilities

Oculus Rift S, HTC Vive

Console-based

Need a connection between an HMD and a gaming console

PlayStation VR

Mobile

Consist in the integration of VR on mobile devices thanks to specific HMDs

Low-cost HMDs compatible with mobile phones such as Google Cardboard

Standalone (all-in-one)

They do not need other technologies to work

Oculus Quest 2, HTC Vive Focus, Pico Interactive Neo