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Sony PlayStation VR2 Review: Great gaming experience, but strings attached
26.02.2024 - 11:01 / tech.hindustantimes.com / Mark Zuckerberg / Meta Ceo / Sony
Sony PlayStation VR2 Review: Virtual reality (VR) has been dominating the headlines recently. This is largely due to the recent launch of the Apple Vision Pro, and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg taking shots at it by saying his Meta Quest is a better option. While these tech behemoths battle on, Sony's latest VR headset, the PlayStation VR2 (or PSVR2), is secretly making its name in the world of gaming, delivering an unmatched experience. It certainly is a huge generational leap over its predecessor but does its promise of PC-grade gaming at $550 have some truth to it? I spent a few weeks with the Sony PlayStation VR2 and it certainly delivers on most aspects, but there are strings attached. Here's why.
Straightaway, the PSVR2 looks much different than its predecessor. While the PSVR had a mess of cables attached to it, Sony has reduced it all to just one USB Type-C cable. This is a much-needed addition as I often tripped over cables during my time using the PSVR1, something I did not experience this time around. Now, having wireless connectivity with the PS5 would've been a cherry on top, but considering the potential latency issues it would result in, having just one cable in exchange for a seamless experience is a trade-off that I can live with. The overall aesthetic of the PSVR2 also matches the PS5 quite nicely, with a white and black colour scheme and a plastic body that looks to stand the test of time. There are some nice touches too, like an embossed PlayStation logo on the front, which is surrounded by multiple cameras.
Despite having considerable weight, the PSVR2 is comfortable to wear courtesy of good weight distribution. The headset rests on your face and although it leaves a bit of a mark if you wear it for more than an hour, it doesn't press harshly on your nose. There's a dial at the back which can be used to tighten the headband to your comfort. Moreover, the lenses inside the VR headset can be moved to find the sweet spot of the interpupillary distance. This also helps if you wear glasses, as you can move the lenses back to prevent scratching.
Sony has (finally) got rid of the move controllers that were already outdated on the PSVR, and it has replaced it with a pair of Sense controllers inspired by PS5's Dualsense controller. The controllers wrap around your hand and are supremely comfortable.
If you're someone upgrading from the PSVR, then the leap you'll experience can easily be surmised as generational. It gets industry-leading specs, a major upgrade from its mildly impressive predecessor. It is hands down the best Sony VR headset I've used, or even the best VR headset, period.
Setup process: Setting up the PSVR2 is a hassle-free experience. You just need to plug in the USB Type-C cable to
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