PlayStation VR2 still doesn’t have a launch date, but Sony has revealed a slew of new features. The PS VR2 will come with a new see-through feature that is said to use embedded front cameras, so that players can see their surroundings without removing the headset. A new broadcast feature will enable PS VR2 gamers to live stream themselves by connecting a PS5 HD camera to their console. It was also revealed that these PS VR2 headsets will come with features like a customized play area, VR mode and Cinematic Mode.
Sony Here’s a sneak peek of some of the new features to come with its next generation PS VR2 virtual reality headset a . Through blog post, As mentioned earlier, the headset will get a see-through view that will allow gamers to easily view their surroundings without removing the headset. Either by pressing the function button on the headset or by accessing Control Center settings, gamers will be able to toggle between see-through view and viewing PS VR2 content. It should be noted that gamers will not be able to use this mode to record content.
PS VR2 also a . will be compatible with PS5 HD camera that will allow them to record themselves while playing the game. The feature appears to be aimed at content creators and streamers, who will be able to simultaneously show their reactions and record gameplay.
To prevent gamers from bumping into their surroundings, PS VR2 will give gamers the option to set up a customized play area. Using the embedded cameras, the headset will scan the room while the PS VR2 Sense controller will allow gamers to further adjust the playing area. Players will then receive a warning if they start approaching the set limits.
Sony also shared details about the PS VR2’s VR Mode and Cinematic Mode. In VR mode, content will be displayed in HDR video format with 4,000×2040 pixels (2,000×2,040 pixels per eye) and a 90Hz/120Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, players will be able to watch non-VR content in Cinematic Mode. This mode will display media content on a virtual cinema screen in HDR video format with a resolution of 1,920×1,080 pixels and a 24Hz/60Hz/120Hz refresh rate.
Game developers will get access to these new PS VR2 features through an upcoming system software update.
Sony is expected to share more PS VR2 information, including a launch date and additional games, soon.