Microsoft's rumoured Virtual Reality headset for the Xbox One is already in the hands of developers who're working on games for the device, according to reports on Friday.
TechRadar sources say development kits are already in existence amid rumours the company is looking to mass produce a device to challenge Sony’s Project Morpheus in 2015.
The VRFocus website has also received word from several studios confirming they’re already working with the device to create new VR games.
Microsoft admitted its interest in the VR space at GDC 2014, with Xbox chief Phil Spencer admitting the work had been working on virtual reality tech ‘for a while.’
A number of patent applications have long pointed to the company's ambitions within the VR space and given Sony’s recent progress, Microsoft may be stepping up its efforts.
Competition within the VR industry is certainly intensifying with the Oculus Rift moving closer towards a consumer release, while mobile-based solutions like the Samsung Gear VR and Google Cardboard are also moving along nicely.
Read more: Oculus Rift vs Sony Project Morpheus: VR tech compared
With all things considered, perhaps the Microsoft VR head mounted display will make its first appearance at the E3 gaming show in 2015?
Could the success of the respective virtual reality offerings decide the victor in the next-gen console war? Or will Oculus blow them both out of the water. Let us know your thoughts below.
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