The difference is what it offers.
Virtual boy was some polygon red lines floating in space and a MASSIVE and heavy headset (which is why it came with it’s own stand).
The Oculus is lightweight (think Ski Goggles) and once you actually experience you will not care how big of a dork you seem, because it’s amazing. Unfortunately, no amount of Engadget articles, or Wired interviews can prepare you for how good the experience is until you actually feel present in a virtual space and your head explodes.
