On February 22nd, 2023, an all-new gaming experience will be unveiled with the launch of Playstation VR2. Among the most prominent features, you’ll notice stunning 4K HDR visuals and superior graphical rendering.
In addition to upgraded motion tracking and Sense Technology features like headset feedback, this state-of-the-art system offers players a complete level of immersion never seen before.
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Playstation VR2 Launch Games
At Sony’s CES 2023 press conference, their CEO Jim Ryan unveiled Gran Turismo 7 as a new launch title for the PlayStation VR2 headset. Racing fans will be able to experience an immersive, free-VR update of this beloved game when they pick up a new headset on February 22nd.
Also on offer are No Man’s Sky and Resident Evil Village in VR versions for fans seeking intense thrills or wanting to explore unknown galaxies. Jim Ryan promised over 30 titles within its launch window and mentioned that more games will be added down the line, including Beat Saber in a PS VR2 version.
Here are the PlayStation VR2 launch games that we know of to this date:
- Gran Turismo 7
- Beat Saber
- Horizon Call of the Mountain
- Resident Evil Village
- The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners — Chapter 2: Retribution
- No Man’s Sky
- Demeo
- Star Wars: Tales From the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition
- Firewall Ultra
- The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR
- Among Us VR
- Firmament
- Low-Fi
- Samurai Slaughter House
- A Jurassic Park game from Coatsink
- Runner
- Resident Evil 4 Remake
- Behemoth
- Crossfire: Sierra Squad
- The Light Brigade
- Cities VR – Enhanced Edition
- Cosmonious High
- After The Fall
- Zenith The Fall
- Tentacular
- Hello Neighbor: Search and Rescue
- Moss Book 1 & 2
- Pistol Whip VR
Check out the showcase video from Gran Turismo 7 on Playstation VR2 by tuning into the full Sony press conference on CES 2023 below:
Playstation VR2 FAQs
PlayStation VR2 is a virtual reality headset for the PlayStation 5 game console from Sony Entertainment.
Playstation VR2 is set to be released on February 22, 2023.
Sony is only compatible with their latest console generation, PS5. Sony provides an adaptor for free for fans looking to use the original PlayStation VR model, allowing full compatibility across both Playstation 4 and 5 consoles.
If you’re looking for a mid-range VR experience, then the Playstation VR2 offers great performance at an acceptable cost. It may be pricier than the Playstation 5 console itself, but its features and capabilities make it well worth considering.
The Quest 2 offers users the flexibility to enjoy both mobile and desktop VR gaming. When connected to a PC, the headset produces visuals comparable to those of Playstation VR2, which is powered by the PlayStation 5 console.
