The chair is to VR what the couch is to TV. You’re going to want something comfortable to sit in while you explore the virtual world. It should swivel, provide ample lumbar support and have a comfortable recline. The [Gesture](http://store.steelcase.com/seating/office-chairs/gesture), by Steelcase, checks all of these boxes. Not only that, but it has a sleek design and comes in a variety of colors. $998 and up.

Seeing isn’t the only component of believing when it comes to VR. Sound is crucial to cultivating an immersive viewing experience. Mobility is important too. You don’t want to get tangled in a cord while beheading zombies or flying through space. The Bluetooth-enabled [Siberia 840](https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/siberia-840) from SteelSeries meets both of these requirements. The immersive sound stage fully surrounds you, and the cushy memory foam ear cups provide maximum comfort. $330

One of the biggest complaints about VR headsets is their lack of comfort. Spending just 10 minutes with a computer strapped to your head can leave your face feeling sore. [VR Cover](https://vrcover.com/shop/) makes these little sleeves with foam padding for the Samsung Gear VR, Oculus Rift and HTC Vive headgear. If you have a PSVR, sorry, you’re out of luck right now. $29

Picture this: you’re in a crazy virtual world and something sneaks up behind you, jolting you backward unexpectedly. If you’re wearing regular socks, there’s a real possibility you'll slip and fall. That won’t happen when wearing grip socks. With their little rubber nubs to provide traction, [Barre Harder's socks](https://barresocks.myshopify.com/collections/barresocks/products/copy-of-barre-addict-plum) are primarily designed for yogis and ballet dancers. Maybe they should start marketing these to VR users too. $14