PlayStation VR2

PlayStation VR2 is a Tethered VR headset by Sony. It combines 4.08 MP/eye with OLED, weighs 560 g, and launched February 22, 2023. It is still in production and usually availabl...

BrandSony
Price$399.99
ReleaseFebruary 22, 2023
PlatformsConsole, PC VR
BrandSony
Form FactorTethered VR headset Source
PlatformsConsole, PC VR Source
MSRP$399.99 Source
Release DateFebruary 22, 2023 Source
Resolution per Eye2000 x 2040 Source
Resolution (MP/eye)4.08 Source
Display TypeOLED Source
Lens TypeFresnel lenses Source
H-FOV (deg)123 Source
V-FOV (deg)106.08 Source
Tracking TypeInside-Out Camera Source
Color PassthroughNo Source
Tracked ControllersIncluded Source
Integrated AudioIncluded Source
Eye TrackingYes Source
Refresh Rate (Hz)90-120 Source
IPD Range (mm)58-73 Source
Weight (g)560 Source
ConnectivityUSB-C headset tether via PS VR2 PC adapter (DisplayPort 1.4 + USB on PC) Source
In ProductionYes Source
Available NewYes Source

Reception

What Users Usually Like

  • Reviews consistently praise OLED contrast and strong haptics integration. Source
  • Console-style setup is often seen as simpler than PC-first VR workflows. Source
  • Adaptive triggers and headset haptics are frequently highlighted as immersion strengths. Source

Common Criticism

  • Users frequently mention sweet-spot sensitivity and mura in darker scenes. Source
  • The wired connection and PS5 dependency are recurring tradeoffs in buying discussions. Source
  • Players regularly raise software cadence and catalog depth as a long-term concern. Source

Manufacturer Reputation

  • Sony is generally trusted for hardware polish in review coverage. Source
  • Community debate more often targets software cadence and content strategy than hardware build. Source

Primary Sources