First details on the next-generation VR system coming to the PS5 console.
More than four years ago, we launched PlayStation VR to offer a transformative new way to play games on PS4, providing a much stronger sense of presence and deeper immersion to players compared with traditional games. In that time, we’ve seen tremendous experiences that have propelled virtual reality gaming forward, including highly acclaimed titles like Astro Bot: Rescue Mission, Tetris Effect, Blood & Truth, Moss, Beat Saber, and Resident Evil 7 biohazard. We’ve also enhanced the experience for some PS VR titles when played on PS4 Pro and PlayStation 5.
Today I’m pleased to share that our next-generation VR system will be coming to PlayStation 5, enabling the ultimate entertainment experience with dramatic leaps in performance and interactivity. Players will feel an even greater sense of presence and become even more immersed in their game worlds once they put on the new headset.
We’re continuing to innovate with our new VR system so that our fans can continue to enjoy the unique experiences that are synonymous with PlayStation. We’re taking what we’ve learned since launching PS VR on PS4 to develop a next-gen VR system that enhances everything from resolution and field of view to tracking and input. It will connect to PS5 with a single cord to simplify setup and improve ease-of-use, while enabling a high-fidelity visual experience.
One of the innovations we’re excited about is our new VR controller, which will incorporate some of the key features found in the DualSense wireless controller, along with a focus on great ergonomics. That’s just one of the examples of future-proof technology we’re developing to match our vision for a whole new generation of VR games and experiences.
There’s still a lot of development underway for our new VR system, so it won’t be launching in 2021. But we wanted to provide this early update to our fans, as the development community has started to work on creating new worlds for you to explore in virtual reality.
We also want to thank all of our PS VR players for your continued support — with upcoming games like After The Fall, Sniper Elite VR, and Humanity, there’s much more to come for PS VR whether you’re playing on PS4 or PS5. With both PlayStation VR and the next-generation VR system we’re building, our commitment to virtual reality as a medium for games is stronger than ever. We look forward to sharing more details in the future!
Why 2022?
You don’t know that. It could be 2023 ;)
But with dev kits shipping soon it definitely feels like a 2022 release
For proper native PC compatibility too hopefully
I’m in!
Something, something about ‘shut up and take my money’ meme!
Great to hear an update. 2022 would be nice and I’m pleased about the prospects of a much needed innovation to the move sticks.
Sony is committed to VR and it shows.
Because it isn’t ready ! There is no rush for it
Would you rather they rush it before it’s ready, and release a buggy product? Better 2022 than 2077.
There are probably a few factors. For one they need to wait til tech improves so it can be enough of a step up over PSVR1. Plus they also have employees brainstorming the types of features they can implement and what they can improve, and then they have to actually develop these things, see how they work, then redevelop them with improvements. Plus development always runs into unexpected issues and setbacks. I’m sure they are releasing after 2021 because it’s needed to get us a device worthy of PS5.
If dev kits are just released, then it’ll take even more time before the games are made.
This PS VR Headset better be wireless.
I ain’t buying another wired headset.
If the one wire is to connect a wireless box that will transmit the signal, I’m fine with that.
All new VR headsets comes out wireless and very cheap to make.
It’s not impossible to make it happen.
If we’re already going to pay 500$+ for the headset, might as well add the extra 50$ for the wireless aspect, otherwise most people won’t buy it.
Keep up the good work.
@FeistFan I see what you did there!