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Since the next-gen consoles have already completed their freshman year with a bumpy start, mostly due to chip shortages and a lack of console availability, we are excited to look into the next advancement these gaming consoles can offer. Last month, PlayStation revealed new information about their next iteration of VR headsets and provided us a glimpse of what is to come. Today, PlayStation launched it’s official site for the PSVR2 and is currently allowing sign-ups for updates, game announcements, and most importantly pre-order dates. Users have to simply log in to their PlayStation account to sign up for the newsletter.
The PSVR2 is upgrading everything from its predecessor. The next-gen VR headset will deliver 4K HDR visuals at up to 120 FPS, eye tracking for enhanced immersion, and built-in cameras to track your every movement which eliminates the need for an external camera. One additional feature that is very unique to the PSVR2 headset is the subtle vibrations that will be used to simulate various experiences for further immersion such as the thrust of your vehicle as you are speeding forward.
Although the headset itself is still under a shroud of mystery, we do know exactly what the new PSVR2 Sense controllers will look like and function. Clearly taking inspiration from other VR hardware, the PSVR2 Sense controller will offer analog sticks and finger touch detection. These features will allow more fluid movement and control over its previous iteration. Finger touch detection is a warm welcome and will replicate actual gestures without having to press a button.
Taking a cue from its cousin, the PSVR2 Sense controller will also have fan-favorite features such as the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers that helped make the DualSense so popular. Things are looking very good for PlayStation VR2 and it looks like Sony is making the right improvements. Hopefully, Sony has learned its lesson from the questionable tactics they have used with the PS5 “pre-orders” and will provide gamers with a much smoother process. Stay tuned for more info on PSVR2 and let us know in the comments if you are excited to see what’s next for PSVR2.
