Sony is preparing to surprise players with PlayStation VR 2 – insider revealed possible specifications

Headset Specifications PlayStation VR 2preparing for the next generation console Playstation 5should pleasantly surprise fans Sony prepares an impressive and modern device. The relevant information was shared by specialists from the team Digital foundry as part of the latest release of their podcast.

In particular, PSVR2 was commented on by Richard Leadbetterby citing their own sources. The journalist noted that the technical specifications of the headset, which had previously appeared on the network, were incomplete, and the device still has something to surprise.

“There is one good news about what Sony is preparing with PSVR 2 for the PlayStation 5 … We’ve already seen some of the leaked specifications of the helmet – they’re good. And we’ve seen even more data that hasn’t been released yet, and it’s even more impressive. “, – said the journalist.

Today, an insider shared data on the technical characteristics of the PlayStation VR 2 PSVR Without ParoleThe information has not yet been officially confirmed, but it is reported that the details listed below were allegedly disclosed in a private presentation for developers

  • PlayStation VR 2 will receive two OLED displays with hybrid Fresnel lenses (2000 x 2040 per eye) and HDR support. The device is codenamed NGVR (“next generation VR”).
  • The field of view (FOV) will be 110 degrees (10 degrees more than PlayStation VR, 20 degrees more than Oculus Quest 2 and several points more than Valve Index VR).
  • An eye tracking system will be implemented to provide a refurbished rendering (eye tracking to increase or decrease the resolution depending on where the player is looking in real time).
  • More attention is paid to the tactile feedback system (both in the helmet itself and in the controllers). It will be used, among other things, to reduce dizziness and other unpleasant sensations during prolonged use of the headset.
  • Controllers will be shipped with the headset. They will receive touch sensors for thumbs and index fingers that can track their position in space, and adaptive triggers.
  • The helmet is designed for AAA-class titles. There are “hybrid games” in production that can be played with or without a helmet – you can choose which version to install on your PlayStation 5.
  • Support for backward compatibility with titles from the old PlayStation VR headset has yet to be announced, but many VR games from PS4 may receive full re-releases.

The exact information on the launch of the PlayStation VR 2 is expected in early 2023.

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