THE PSVR first of the name was, seven years ago now, the most affordable helmet VR and will have allowed many players to discover virtual reality through video games. THE PSVR 2 will therefore take over from its big brother with specificities which on paper make you dream as they are impressive and equivalent, even superior, to what is offered on the PC.
Features of PlayStation VR2
- Display technology: OLED.
- Screen resolution: 2000 x 2040 per eye.
- Screen refresh rate: 90Hz, 120Hz.
- Lens distance: adjustable with a knob.
- Field of view: approximately 110°.
- Motion sensor, Sixaxis motion detection system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer).
- Detection accessory: infrared proximity sensor.
- 4 cameras for headset and controller tracking.
- Infrared cameras for eye tracking, eye by eye.
- Feedback with vibration integrated into the helmet.
- Communication with PS5: USB Type-C.
- Audio: built-in microphone and stereo headphone output (Jack).
Features of PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers
- Right stick: PS, Options, action (Circle/Cross), R1, R2, right stick/R3 button.
- Left stick: PS, Design, Action (Triangle/Square), L1, L2, left stick/L3 button.
- Movement sensor: Sixaxis movement detection system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer).
- Capacitive sensor: detection of finger contact.
- Infrared LED: position tracking.
- Effect return trigger (on the R2/L2 keys), haptic feedback (one actuator per unit).
- Port USB Type-C port.
- Communication Bluetooth 5.1.
- Battery type: rechargeable lithium ion, built-in.
With such strengths on paper, the PlayStation VR 2 aroused the interest of many players and if pre-orders are not necessarily at the level expected by sonyit’s probably because its price is quite substantial, it’s not on sale in physical stores and some are still waiting for the first feedback from the press and influencers to decide. We were able to play with the beast for a few days and many hours, here is our verdict.