I just tried PlayStation VR 2 at CES 2023 — here’s what it’s like – CNN Underscored
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After years of anticipation, Sony’s PlayStation VR 2 headset is just weeks away from landing in the hands of PS5 owners. I got a chance to try it out at CES 2023 ahead of its February 15 launch, and can say that the future of console virtual reality is looking bright.
The PlayStation VR 2’s improved controls, tracking and visual fidelity make a strong impression right out of the gate, and Horizon Call of the Mountain is shaping up to be a fun and immersive launch title. But with a high asking price and no backwards compatibility, will Sony’s long-anticipated headset be worth it? Here’s what I think so far after a quick 20-minute demo.
• Product: Sony PlayStation VR 2
• Price: From $550
• Launch date: February 22 (available for pre-order via Sony)
• Why it’s worth your attention: The PlayStation VR 2 is looking like a vast improvement over one of our best VR headset picks in the PlayStation VR, offering much better performance and a more streamlined setup process.
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Built exclusively for the PS5, the PlayStation VR 2 is a top-to-bottom improvement over the PS4-based PlayStation VR. The PSVR 2 has a much slicker look that mimics the design of the PlayStation 5 itself, with new, spherical Sense controllers that feel more ergonomic than the older Move controllers — while also offering the same advanced, detailed haptics that we love on the standard PS5 DualSense controller.
But perhaps the biggest upgrade is the PSVR 2’s internal camera sensors, which should solve many of the setup headaches we had with the original model. Whereas the previous PlayStation required you to have …….