When the resolution is fixed, probably the one big downside to using the Rift for this kind of thing will be the narrow field of view: compared to a multi-monit

When the resolution is fixed, probably the one big downside to using the Rift for this kind of thing will be the narrow field of view: compared to a multi-monitor or big-monitor-up-close setup you'll be forced to rely more on head movements instead of eye movements to look around.