Nvidia GeForce 3D Vision Kit review

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Reviewed by: Eric Franklin

Reviewed on: 11 June 2009

Tags: Nvidia, Nvidia GeForce 3D Vision Kit, televisions, lens, picture quality

We like:

Supports virtually all 3D games; simple and easy to set up; 3D effect looks great when it works properly

We don't like:

Expensive; can sometimes compromise games' playability; currently only supported by two monitors; requires Windows Vista; can cause eye strain after prolonged use

CNET UK judgement:

Casual gamers may be satisfied by the Nvidia GeForce 3D Vision Kit, but hard-core gamers should steer clear -- the playability of some titles can be unacceptably compromised

Full review:

Available for around £140, the Nvidia GeForce 3D Vision Kit brings a unique 3D video game experience to your computer. The visual effect it produces in games is a fun gimmick, but, in some cases, the 3D effect is more distracting than entertaining. We wouldn't recommend the kit to hard-core gamers who value playability above all, but casual gamers may want to try it, provided they can swallow the relatively high price. When it works, the kit's 3D effect is very convincing. For us though, it just didn't work consistently enough to justify its price or warrant a stronger recommendation. Continue Reading...