PS VR2: Sony's next attempt to make virtual reality gaming mainstream

BBC writes: PlayStation has released its updated virtual reality headset for the PS5.Is virtual reality the future of gaming? It's a question that people in the industry have been arguing over for some time, with passionate views on both sides. And there's nothing like a shiny new piece of kit to rekindle the debate.

[XiNatsuDragnel]

PSVR2 might go mainstream soon imo.

[VenomUK]

I've got my delivery next to me now, I'm just drinking a cup of tea and then I'm going to open it!

But I don't think VR will go mainstream... yet. My hope is that more people will try this and see how good VR can be, and that Sony and other publishers start releasing their flat first-person games with VR modes just like No Man's Sky. Then it will start to become more established. Games like GTAVI launching with a VR mode would definitely help. Then maybe gen 3 - the PS VR3 generation VR could explode in popularity. Time will tell!

[jznrpg]

I do think VR will go mainstream someday .
It doesn’t need to be mainstream yet , just slowly keep growing and offering great some games and it will grow .
This is a big step forward at the best price you can get this high level experience. Just need more games and I do believe Sony has some great stuff headed our way next few years

[Rancegamerx]

Even video games took 20+ years before they became mainstream, but I do think VR will be mainstream someday.

[KeyAppearance]

not at $600 for VR2 + $500 for PS5 lol... not happening

[Thundercat77]

PSVR 2 is going to push VR on Playstation like never before.

[TheGreatGazoo30]

VR will likely never be mainstream and PSVR2 certainly isn't going to push it there. The price point is waaaay too high to become mainstream when you factor in you also need a PS5. Most people can't justify that $ for a platform that won't have a ton of games. Wearing a headset while gaming is a barrier that will keep VR from ever becoming truly mainstream even if it becomes more popular. It's powerful and impressive hardware, but it'll remain what psvr was, a niche product that some people own and like to show their friends but the lack of games, cost, and need to wear the headset will prevent it from becoming mainstream.

[SurgicalMenace]

Way too high for who? People need to stop assuming that everyone has the same limiting factors applied to their income that they might. There are MANY wealthy people gaming just as much as blue-collar workers. I am so tired of only those who don't want to afford anything being the ones making all the claims. Complaining, nagging, or otherwise is the language of those frequently losing, but those who are winning often purchase silently. There is nothing else to discuss.

[niiopi]

Completely agree - unfortunately it is the human condition to think that EVERYONE ELSE thinks and behaves the way said individual does, which is a maddening thought process and the root of so many of our problems, and not just in gaming.. but I digress.

[TheGreatGazoo30]

Yes, plenty of gamers have lots of disposable income. To be mainstream you need more than them.

[slayernz]

im in NZ and psvr2 horizon bundle cost $1100.....the wife had a fit when i told her i wanted it haha....so after i paid the $300 deposit i just stuck $150 away a month for 6 months. everyone knew well in advance the cost and sticking a little bit away here and there is not hard. no excuse really! absolutely loving it as well, money well spent

[darkrider]

Psvr2 will help going on that path. It's inevitable. The evolution of gaming is towards total immersion in the game. It's being on the game. We aren't there yet, but the tech keeps evolving.

[Orchard]

Yeah... that ain't happening. VR will never be mainstream or the way the majority play games.

There's a reason why it didn't sell out and why Sony weren't screaming about the pre-order numbers in their earnings.

[SurgicalMenace]

Mainstream doesn't require universal adoption, just enough support to fuel the progression of the venture. Sony is silent in most of their financial dealings, letting only their results do the talking. Didn't you witness that recently after your gloom and doom projections went up in flames? Everyone doesn't pre-order sir so it's not always the best method of measurement. You're one interesting character. One would assume you've got the blueprint to success the way you throw your opinion around on what's going to succeed or fail. All the affluent should seek you out when they're ready to reach the next level, huh?

[ironmonkey]

your waisting your time bud. sony as a company is on win streak and you hate it. the fact that sony actually reports their number vs that side you defend dearly with poor average scores and numbers is funny. keep up the good work maybe one day you'll be able to afford what those ms employees make.

[Nacho_Z]

You're wasting your time spamming your hate for PSVR2 over and over again in article after article. It isn't going to have any effect beyond making people dislike you more, if that's possible.

[darkrider]

He got nothing to play. That's why...

[darkrider]

You understand that your opinions have failed one after another. You are the patcher of n4g. If you say psvr2 will fail then it will sucedd. Just a reminder Sony sold 4 times more then Microsoft in January. Remember the suply talk...

[jznrpg]

I just got my delivery . I need to go snow blow (not cocaine) because it’s snowed a ton here and going to get another 18 inches at least tonight . But once I’m done it’s PSVR2 until I pass out or can’t play anymore. Call of the Mountain will be my first game . When the little ones go to sleep it’s horror game time !!

[ApocalypseShadow]

Sony's not pushing mainstream. These dumb articles that keep coming out. Sony is pushing more ways to play on PlayStation offering a new level of immersion.

If Sony were pushing mainstream, they would be releasing a stand alone headset targeting everyone. This isn't the case.

It's a platform for PlayStation and PS5. One day VR will get there but it will be years until then. Just like it took decades for consoles and gaming to get where it is now. Same with TV, cars, cellphones etc.

[SurgicalMenace]

Great points, sir.

[Abnor_Mal]

Just received my PSVR2 and Sense charging station. Downloading Call of the Mountain right now, getting ready to do the general set up of the headset next.

This is going to be so cool to use playing GT7 and RE8, but for right now Horizon CotM so I can get use to the controller and everything the headset and controller are capable of doing. So many raving reviews and first try videos being posted on YouTube all day long/

Got to go Horizon CotM is ready to play.

[UltimateOwnage]

I’m about to join that mainstream, in about 9 hours when it delivers.