PS VR2 Has Officially Been Revealed

The future of PlayStation VR has officially been revealed. For the past several months there has been much speculation as to what we could expect to see from the next-generation virtual reality headset from PlayStation. Now we know not only what the unit will look like, but also some of the internal specs of the headset and controllers. Welcome to PS VR2.

In an official PlayStation blog post, we got our first official look at the PS VR2 headset alongside its next-generation controllers. Both of which contain a wide variety of upgraded technology from the original PSVR. Features such as haptic feedback as well as adaptive triggers in the VR2 Sense controllers. The headset features an OLED screen that supports 4k gaming, as well as 3D audio for a completely immersive experience. The addition of a 110-degree field of view will greatly increase the immersion of the worlds that you will experience in PS VR2. While unfortunately, the headset isn’t completely wireless. It only requires a single USB-C cable in order to connect to the PlayStation 5 console. This along with not requiring a PS Camera thanks to its built-in eye-tracking technology means that there is a lot less mess to set up with PS VR2.

Alongside this reveal, we got our first look at a game for PS VR2. Horizon: Call of The Mountain is a unique VR game that was developed in partnership between Firesprite Studios and Guerilla Games taking place in the universe of Horizon Zero Dawn. While there is no official price announcement or release date yet. You can find the full tech breakdown of the PS VR2 headset below.

• Visual Fidelity: For a high-fidelity visual experience, PS VR2 offers 4K HDR, a 110-degree field of view, and foveated rendering. With an OLED display, players can expect a display resolution of 2000×2040 per eye and smooth frame rates of 90/120Hz.
• Headset-based Controller Tracking: With inside-out tracking, PS VR2 tracks you and your controller through integrated cameras embedded in the VR headset. Your movements and the direction you look at are reflected in-game without the need for an external camera.
• New Sensory Features: PS VR2 Sense Technology combines eye tracking, headset feedback, 3D Audio, and the innovative PS VR2 Sense controller to create an incredibly deep feeling of immersion. Headset feedback is a new sensory feature that amplifies the sensations of in-game actions from the player. It’s created by a single built-in motor with vibrations that add an intelligent tactile element, bringing players closer to the gameplay experience. For example, gamers can feel a character’s elevated pulse during tense moments, the rush of objects passing close to the character’s head, or the thrust of a vehicle as the character speeds forward. Additionally, PS5’s Tempest 3D AudioTech makes sounds in the player’s surroundings come alive, adding to this new level of immersion.
• Eye Tracking: With eye tracking, PS VR2 detects the motion of your eyes, so a simple look in a specific direction can create an additional input for the game character. This allows players to interact more intuitively in new and lifelike ways, allowing for heightened emotional response and enhanced expression that provide a new level of realism in gaming. 

PSVR 2 Head Specs

PSVR 2 Sense Controller Specs

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