During Sony’s CES 2022 presentation, it was announced that the official name for their new virtual reality hardware will be PlayStation VR2, with the new controllers being named VR2 Sense Controllers.
Immediately following this announcement, Sony revealed, via the PlayStation Blog, the specs for both the PlayStation VR2 and the VR2 Sense Controllers, both of which are sporting some impressive hardware. The VR2 will feature 4K visuals with HDR using OLED displays, a 110-degree field of view and will use inside-out tracking to pick up on player movements. The headset will also include multiple sensory technologies such as vibration feedback and eye-tracking and will connect to the console via USB-C, doing away with the mess of cords from the first original PSVR.
We already got a breakdown of the VR2 Sense Controllers in March of last year, but we got confirmation that they will charge using USB-C and that the controller’s locations will be tracked using the cameras on the headset itself.
Here’s a breakdown of the features and specs for the PlayStation VR2:
- 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 a heightened emotional response and enhanced expression that provide a new level of realism in gaming.
And here are the specs for the VR2 Sense Controllers:
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