With the headset on and controllers in hand, players will feel a heightened range of sensations unlike any other – thanks to the creativity of the game worlds being built by our world class developers, and the latest technology incorporated into the hardware.

The PS VR2 headset has a similar shape as the PS VR2 Sense controller, taking on a matching “orb” look. The circular orb shape represents the 360-degree view that players feel when they enter the virtual reality world, so this shape captures it nicely.

The design of the PS VR2 headset was also inspired by the look of the PS5 family of products. When the design team created the PS5 console, they also had the next generation VR headset in mind so you’ll notice some similarities in the look and feel. The PS5 console has flat edges as it is meant to be displayed on a flat surface, while there was more emphasis on adding roundness to the design of PS VR2 headset since it is meant to have constant human contact, similar to the rounded edges of the DualSense controller and Pulse 3D headset.

The goal is to create a headset that will not only become an attractive part of your living room decor, but will also keep you immersed in your game world, to the point where you almost forget you are using a headset or controller. That’s why the designers paid very close attention to the ergonomics of the headset and conducted extensive testing to ensure a comfortable feel for a variety of head sizes. Sony had a lot of positive feedback on the ergonomics of the first PS VR headset by carefully balancing the headset weight and having a simple headband that can be adjustable, so they kept the same concept for the PS VR2 headset. Other features such as the headset’s adjustable scope that places the scope area closer or further away from the face and placement of the stereo headphone jack also remain the same, so players will be familiar with it.

For the PS VR2 headset, Sony took comfort a few steps further by adding new features such as a lens adjustment dial, so users have an additional option to match the lens distance between their eyes to optimize their view. They also created a slimmer design with a slight weight reduction – even with the new added features such as the new built-in motor for the headset feedback. It was quite a challenge to create a slimmer design with new features added to improve upon our first headset, but the design and engineering teams proved this could be possible when we saw the final design!

Sony Interactive Entertainment announced the global launch of its next generation virtual reality headset, PlayStationVR2, at the recommended retail price of $549.99 / €599.99 / £529.99 / ¥74,980.

Featuring high fidelity visuals, new sensory features and enhanced tracking, PlayStation VR2 takes virtual reality gaming to a whole new level, enabling players to feel a heightened range of sensations unlike any other.

“Providing extraordinary experiences to gamers is what we strive for at PlayStation, and today we are thrilled to start this new chapter in virtual reality gaming with PlayStation VR2,” said Jim Ryan, President and CEO, Sony Interactive Entertainment. “PlayStation VR2’s innovative technology has helped unlock the creativity of the industry’s finest developers, who have designed outstanding games that deliver a greater sense of presence for players. I can’t wait for fans around the world to experience PlayStation VR2 for themselves.”

With more than 100 titles currently in development, PlayStation VR2 will launch alongside a diverse portfolio of games from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, sach as:

• After the Fall (Vertigo Games)
• Altair Breaker (Thirdverse)
• Before Your Eyes (Skybound Interactive, launch window)
• Cities VR (Fast Travel Games) 
• Cosmonious High (Owlchemy)
• Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition (Survios, launch window)
• The Dark Pictures: Switchback (Supermassive, launch window)
• Demeo (Resolution Games)
• Dyschronia: Chronos Alternate (MyDearest Inc., Perp Games)
• Fantavision 202X (Cosmo Machia, Inc.)
• Gran Turismo 7 (via free update to PS5 version of GT7)
• Horizon Call of the Mountain (Firesprite, Guerrilla)
• Job Simulator (Owlchemy)
• Jurassic World Aftermath (Coatsink)
• Kayak VR: Mirage (Better Than Life)
• Kizuna AI – Touch the Beat! (Gemdrops, Inc.)
• The Last Clockwinder (Pontoco/Cyan Worlds)
• The Light Brigade (Funktronic Labs, purchase includes PS VR and PS VR2 versions) 
• Moss 1 & 2 Remaster (Polyarc)
• NFL Pro Era (StatusPro, Inc., free PS VR2 upgrade)
• No Man’s Sky (Hello Games, launch window)
• Pavlov VR (Vankrupt)
• Pistol Whip (Cloudhead, free upgrade)
• Puzzling Places (Realities.io, free upgrade)
• Ragnarock 
• Resident Evil Village (Capcom, via free update to PS5 version of RE Village) 
• Rez Infinite (Enhance)
• Song in the Smoke (17 Bit)
• Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition (ILMxLAB)
• Synth Riders (Kluge Interactive, free upgrade)
• The Tale of Onogoro (Amata K.K)
• Tentacular (Devolver)
• Tetris Effect: Connected (Enhance)
• The Last Clockwinder
• Thumper (Drool LLC)
• The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners: Ch. 2: Retribution (Skydance, launch window)
• Vacation Simulator (Owlchemy)
• What the Bat (Triband)
• Zenith: The Last City (Ramen VR, free upgrade) 

Additionally Sony revealed several new diverse titles that will be gracing our virtual reality visors in the near future. 

Another Fisherman’s Tale

Another Fisherman’s Tale is the highly anticipated follow-up to the award-winning A Fisherman’s Tale.This captivating adventure game takes players on a journey through a surreal world filled with imaginative locations and mind-bending puzzles. 

The game’s poetic storytelling and unique VR mechanics include the ability to detach and control limbs, making for a truly immersive experience. If you’re a fan of imaginative, narrative-driven games, then Another Fisherman’s Tale is a must-play. Get ready to be immersed in a world of wonder later this year on PS VR2.

– Frank de Brie, Global Marketing Manager, Vertigo Games

Gorn

The team here at Free Lives are excited to bring the frighteningly realistic depiction of gladiatorial combat to PS VR2, just like the ancient Romans would have wanted. Since we first started developing Gorn we’ve added lots of new weapons, foes, and game modes for budding gladiators to take down in the arena and we believe this is our best version yet! Gorn arrives on March 16.

– Ruan Rothmann, Designer, Free Lives

Nock: Bow + Arrow Soccer

Nock, the latest addition to the virtual reality gaming world, combines the excitement of bow and arrow action with the thrill of a high-stakes soccer match. Players can skate and fly around a dynamic pitch, using their bow and arrow to blast the ball into their opponent’s goal. 

With ranked multiplayer matches, casual custom games, and skill-based matchmaking, Nock offers a cross-platform gaming experience that is easy to learn but challenging to master. Communication with teammates is made easy with in-game voice chat and individual muting options. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled experience like no other in Nock, arriving in March.

– Max Weisel, Creator of Nock, Owner of Normal VR

Hellsweeper VR

From the creators of Sairento VR and the publishers behind Arizona Sunshine comes the physics-defying Hellsweeper VR, an intense VR experience where earthly physics do not exist and gravity-defying movements become your new reality.

As you traverse the different dimensions of Hell, gain mastery of a wide range of weapons and elemental magic, all while exploring crazy moves you previously thought imaginary.

Hellsweeper VR arrives later this year.

– Frank de Brie, Global Marketing Manager, Vertigo Games

Sushi Ben

Sushi Ben is a VR narrative adventure where you must save a local sushi restaurant from going out of business. But it won’t be easy! First, you’ll need to meet the townspeople and help them out in order to earn their trust. Sushi Ben features colorful narrative encounters, beautiful 3D manga panels, and an anime-inspired art style.

Later this year, experience a variety of exhilarating VR activities as you fend off the greedy landlords who are trying to shut down the restaurant. Sushi Ben is written by the creator of Hatoful Boyfriend. Produced by Big Brane Studios and executive producer at SMG Studio, Sushi Ben was nominated for two awards at the 2021 Raindance Immersive awards.

– Brian Edward Hicks, Technical Director, Big Brane Studios

Building upon our innovations from PS5, PlayStation VR2 adds a true next-gen experience with high-fidelity visuals, new sensory features, and enhanced tracking – along with a simplified single-cord setup. 

• Visual Fidelity: For a high-fidelity visual experience, PS VR2 offers 4K HDR, 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. 

All of these advancements in PlayStation VR2, combined with the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers from the PS VR2 Sense controllers, enable players to feel and interact with games in a much more visceral way. PS VR2 will also have a simple setup process — with a single cable connected directly to PS5, you can immediately jump into the VR experience.

Additionally, they’ve integrated a new vent design for the PS VR2 headset that we think users will enjoy.

PlayStation VR2 Specifications

PlayStation VR2 Sense Controllers Specifications

PlayStation VR2 is officially launching on February 22, 2023. PlayStation VR2 Sense controller charging station, designed specifically for the PS VR2 Sense controller, will also launch the same day. 

Here is the PS VR2 recommended retail pricing for each product. Availability in each country is subject to local import regulations. 

• PlayStation VR2
  • $549.99 / €599.99 / £529.99 / ¥74,980 recommended retail price (including tax for GBP, EUR, and JPY)
  • Includes PS VR2 headset, PS VR2 Sense controllers and stereo headphones 
• PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle
  • $599.99 / €649.99 / £569.99 / ¥79,980 recommended retail price (including tax for GBP, EUR, and JPY)
  • Includes PlayStation Store voucher code for Horizon Call of the Mountain, PS VR2 headset, PS VR2 Sense controllers, and stereo headphones 
• PlayStation VR2 Sense controller charging station
  • $49.99 / €49.99 / £39.99 / ¥5,480 recommended retail price (including tax for GBP, EUR, and JPY)
  • Players can charge the PS VR2 Sense controller through a simple click-in design, without having to connect to a PS5 console – freeing up the console’s USB ports.