PlayStation VR2 tech specs

PlayStation VR2 headset
PlayStation VR2 Sense controller

Display method

OLED

Panel resolution

2000 x 2040 per eye

Panel refresh rate

90Hz, 120Hz

Lens separation

Adjustable

Field of View

Approx. 110 degrees

Sensors

  • Motion sensor: Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer)
  • Attachment sensor: IR proximity sensor

Cameras

  • 4 embedded cameras for headset and controller tracking
  • IR camera for eye tracking per eye

Feedback

Vibration on headset

Communication with PS5

USB Type-C®

Audio

  • Input: Built-in microphone
  • Output: Stereo headphone jack

Buttons

  • Right
    PS button, Options button, Action buttons (Circle / Cross), R1 button, R2 button, Right Stick / R3 button
  • Left
    PS button, Create button, Action buttons (Triangle / Square), L1 button, L2 button, Left Stick / L3 button

Sensing/Tracking

  • Motion Sensor: Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope + three-axis accelerometer)
  • Capacitive sensor: Finger touch detection
  • IR LED: Position tracking

Feedback 

Trigger effect (on R2/L2 button), haptic feedback (by single actuator per unit)

Port

USB Type-C® 

Communication

Bluetooth® Ver5.1  

Battery

Type: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery

Explore PlayStation VR2

Take a closer look at the PS VR2 headset and PS VR2 Sense controller from different angles.

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PS VR2 headset

The PS VR2 headset’s adjustable headband, scope, and lenses let you adjust your setup to provide a comfortable, immersive experience.

PS VR2 Sense controller

Ergonomic design and intuitive button placement ensure you stay connected to your gaming world and can play comfortably.

PS VR2 dev diaries

Behind the scenes of PS VR2 development

Frequently asked questions

PS VR2 is scheduled to release on February 22 2023.

More than 20 games are currently in development for PS VR2 from PlayStation Studios and third party partners, including Resident Evil Village, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners - Chapter 2: Retribution, No Man’s Sky, Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge, Demeo and PS VR2 exclusive Horizon Call of the Mountain .

PS VR2 is available to pre-order now - check local retailers for details.

Players in the United States, Great Britain, German, France, Belgium, Luxembourg and The Netherlands can pre-order direct from PlayStation. More details here.

PlayStation VR2 will only work with PlayStation 5 consoles. The original PlayStation VR is compatible with PS4 consoles, and with PS5 consoles by using the PlayStation Camera adaptor, available for PS VR owners for no extra cost. See playstation.com/camera-adaptor for details.

PlayStation VR2 games are compatible with the PlayStation VR2 Sense controller, included with the headset. Some games also support or require a DualSense wireless controller - check the game's compatibility notices for details. DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controllers are not compatible with PS VR2 games.

Original PlayStation VR games are not compatible with PS VR2. 

The PS VR2 headset display has a refresh rate of 90hz - 120hz.

The PS VR2 headset has an OLED display with a resolution of 2000 x 2040 per eye.

The PS VR2 headset has a field of view of approximately 110 degrees.

The headset uses a single cable with a USB C connector to connect to the PS5 console.

You'll need a disc or digital version of a PS VR2 compatible game, a PS VR2 headset and the PlayStation VR2 Sense controller, and a PS5 console. For the initial setup, you'll need to use the DualSense wireless controller and have your PS5 console connected to a TV or monitor, but subsequent gameplay may not require use of a screen. PS VR2 Sense controller will also require the included USB cable for initial pairing.

You can use audio devices that fit comfortably with the PS VR2 headset and have a 3.5mm jack audio cable or are wirelessly compatible with the PS5 console – such as the PULSE Explore™ wireless earbuds.