{"id":456564,"date":"2022-06-02T14:00:34","date_gmt":"2022-06-02T11:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/"},"modified":"2022-06-02T14:00:34","modified_gmt":"2022-06-02T11:00:34","slug":"should-you-buy-a-vr-headset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/","title":{"rendered":"#Should You Buy a VR Headset?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2ffb673a311\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" 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href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#%E2%80%9CShould_You_Buy_a_VR_Headset%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;Should You Buy a VR Headset?&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#Questions_to_Ask_Before_Buying_a_VR_Headset\" >Questions to Ask Before Buying a VR Headset<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#Deciding_Factors_Budget_Hardware_and_Expectations\" >Deciding Factors: Budget, Hardware, and Expectations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#Valve_Index_VR_Full_Kit\" >Valve Index VR Full Kit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#The_Quest_2_Might_Be_Your_Best_Choice\" >The Quest 2 Might Be Your Best Choice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#Should_You_Wait_for_a_Better_Headset\" >Should You Wait for a Better Headset?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/should-you-buy-a-vr-headset\/#VR_Wont_Replace_%E2%80%9CFlat%E2%80%9D_Gaming_Any_Time_Soon\" >VR Won\u2019t Replace \u201cFlat\u201d Gaming Any Time Soon<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CShould_You_Buy_a_VR_Headset%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;Should You Buy a VR Headset?&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n<!-- UNCACHED CONTENT --><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-799431 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/virtual-reality-vr-headset.jpg?width=398&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 400w, https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/virtual-reality-vr-headset.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/virtual-reality-vr-headset.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Cartoon illustration of hands holding a virtual reality headset at eye level.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-vector\/cartoon-human-hands-holding-virtual-reality-735092413\" data-credittext=\"BigMouse\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-vector\/cartoon-human-hands-holding-virtual-reality-735092413\">BigMouse\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to broaden your gaming horizons, you might be tempted to invest in a virtual reality headset. But VR isn\u2019t simply an extension of the <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>s you may already enjoy, it\u2019s a whole new medium that comes with its own pros and cons.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Questions_to_Ask_Before_Buying_a_VR_Headset\"><\/span>Questions to Ask Before Buying a VR Headset<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Answering a few simple questions before you invest in a headset (be it cheap or pricey) will help you decide whether or not VR is for you. It will also guide you in which direction to go in.<\/p>\n<p>Ask yourself how much interest you have in the medium. VR games are their own unique experiences, and while many \u201cflat\u201d games get VR ports, the best VR games are designed from the ground up for virtual reality. These games can be in-depth like Valve\u2019s\u00a0<em>Half-Life: Alyx<\/em>, humorous like\u00a0<em>Job Simulator<\/em>, or highly focused on (for lack of a better word) their \u201cgimmick\u201d like\u00a0<em>Beat Saber<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll probably need to invest more money into building up a catalog of games. To buy a VR headset without embracing some of the best games would see you miss out on experiences that the platform does best. So make sure you factor this into your purchasing decision and allow for some room in your budget for software as well as hardware.<\/p>\n<p>Budget is another important aspect. VR can be cheap and cheerful, but it still requires you to commit a few hundred dollars at a minimum. Depending on your tastes, that money might be better spent elsewhere on a new monitor, better cooling, or more of the games you already love to play.<\/p>\n<p>You should also examine what hardware you already have (if any at all).\u00a0There are two main types of VR headsets available: those that require additional hardware, and those which operate as standalone units.\u00a0A headset that requires additional hardware, like the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HTC-VIVE-Virtual-Reality-System-PC\/dp\/B09FPCT3H8\/?tag=hotoge-20\">HTC Vive Pro 2<\/a> or <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Valve-Index-VR-Full-Kit-PC\/dp\/B07VPRVBFF\/?tag=hotoge-20\">Valve Index<\/a>, must be connected to a fairly powerful PC.<\/p>\n<p>The exception here is the PSVR, which uses the aging PlayStation 4 as its base hardware to deliver a somewhat dated VR experience. At the time of writing, PCs provide a more premium VR experience, with the PSVR lagging in the graphics, performance, and immersion due to its age.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have any hardware, nor the loose cash to spend on it, you\u2019ll have to opt for a standalone headset like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Oculus-Quest-Advanced-All-One-Virtual\/dp\/B099VMT8VZ\/?tag=hotoge-20\">the\u00a0Meta Quest 2<\/a>\u00a0(formerly called the Oculus Quest 2). It\u2019s a $299 all-in-one VR system that allows you to scratch the VR itch without worrying about having a high-end PC. There are virtually no space requirements, either; you can sit on your sofa in a tiny apartment and have a great time, which is one reason the Quest 2 has sold so well.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box noflex-desktop \">\nMeta Quest 2 All-in-One<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Oculus-Quest-Advanced-All-One-Virtual\/dp\/B099VMT8VZ\/?tag=hotoge-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31uagjqD8DL._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Quest 2 doesn\u2019t require sensors to be placed in the room, and thanks to a software update it can be used as a tethered VR headset with a gaming PC if you own the right cable. The Quest 2 can even allow for wireless VR thanks to an in-built battery, which gives you unparalleled freedom in terms of movement in the VR space.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deciding_Factors_Budget_Hardware_and_Expectations\"><\/span>Deciding Factors: Budget, Hardware, and Expectations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For most, budget will be the main deciding factor. The Quest 2\u2019s $299 pricetag is hard to beat, allowing you to strap in and have a good time without breaking the bank. It\u2019s a great investment for anyone who isn\u2019t sure whether or not VR is for them, particularly when compared with the $999-$1,500 Valve Index (for a full controller and base station setup). So is there any reason to spring for a top-tier option?<\/p>\n<p>While the Index costs half as much as the PC you\u2019ll need to use it, there\u2019s something to be said for the premium experience it delivers. Valve\u2019s finger-tracking <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"4\" title=\"Technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">technology<\/a> is one of the most impressive parts of that VR system, providing a tactile VR experience that makes simple actions in-game (like reloading a weapon, or writing with a marker) all the more immersive.<\/p>\n<p>The Index has a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, though you\u2019ll need a PC that can reach high enough frame rates to truly take advantage of this. Higher framerates help avoid motion blur and create a more responsive experience. The Quest 2 can hit 120Hz, but the built-in hardware can struggle to get anywhere near 120 frames per second in most games when running natively.<\/p>\n<p>This feeds into other deciding factors, like hardware and expectations. The hardware you already own (or are prepared to invest in) will also play a large part in your decision. If you have a high-end PC ready to go, and you\u2019re confident you can hit the frame rates that make the Valve Index such an enticing prospect, the investment may be easier to swallow.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-box  \">\nValve Index VR Full Kit<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-img \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Valve-Index-VR-Full-Kit-PC\/dp\/B07VPRVBFF\/?tag=hotoge-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31li-Xsbm6S._SL160_.jpg\" height=\"147px\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-title \">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop for Valve Index VR Full Kit\" aria-label=\"Shop for Valve Index VR Full Kit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Valve-Index-VR-Full-Kit-PC\/dp\/B07VPRVBFF\/?tag=hotoge-20\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valve_Index_VR_Full_Kit\"><\/span>Valve Index VR Full Kit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"product-features\">Get the best VR experience with Valve&#8217;s Index headset. This kit features everything you need to get started: the headset, sensors, and award-winning controllers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-add\">\n<div class=\"product-add-button\">\n<div class=\"product-share-links\">\n<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop for Valve Index VR Full Kit\" aria-label=\"Valve Index VR Full Kit - Amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Valve-Index-VR-Full-Kit-PC\/dp\/B07VPRVBFF\/?tag=hotoge-20\" style=\"text-decoration:none\" onclick=\"fbq('track', 'Buy Button'); if (fb_t_convert){fb_t_convert();}\">Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"product-price\">$1189.99 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"12\" width=\"42\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAGoAAAAeCAYAAADEkotAAAADcElEQVRo3u1azWoUQRDeU66CWWMIIiTsxRcQgooHH8C7V\/EFcjR4i3gRNImCqxtPPoIHQS9xc\/cNRELwIAjBS8AE4n6TqaWsqeq\/GZKdoQuK7O709HTX1\/X11zXp9Tpuq+\/2ng42dw8GW19Pl1983ln\/8LHfyzZbdns0vgeAuAOsHJlZzCYB1MrWl90cmRZkFMDLkZlBu7Ozt4Yswj4F2tt48mguRyVbt60NSiw0E+vMBfdeWMbffT9+AMqBY3\/AQOBTShIbPdqH9sWDSNd4H\/id2pPfGo1vyH2MX6dAox2+k7QvvKRP3gfd72tnAYN5yDjQ\/ei70ZV2Mrz87ej19VPuP7cv3cd1OQh+rrHcktCyL0wEwZD90f3FNdE3FgjvswiyGJ\/8reKT5+HZlQAr7SywsJic9xrjTbZfL\/uPJUjHw4X9H8Ob81pwQ11TZxogGuh1gGratUWHMcT0UTuzvj+7Njge9g8JoJO3i8Xf39tXVq0s4KmNAWsUSC5Xoy8TmwQKY8JiUakppt1kzPx52piI5nCtOFKIedY++\/19c\/WTzKY\/m0vPXXSFQWgbpnY4lVmlAlWCjrYEPAGcCpRGV9qzpXDAvCrtBFDyeVrGVWhR9BFlR68WH8pM4pTnAsra63wryRcEaUlAGX1qgAa1E\/3JOWiLQjuoJ4EEMDjlkXPKiwXKoskuAaWNR2Yl2mhquDblUTZJyksBSgsGn0jbgdIyhbezrrmOLKZBdrtUXgbK7i9Ukqv7NDJhQmMjcnyHmrMpb2HfpfKaBooLj84BNblGdUju+I2LIlO54QCrKTMA6VN5je5Rno24C9QXXDJClmiVBYBiUR5lEu6zKC8WKFCc77DYdqAKZVtn\/zk7uJ5RGoEAR9VBozyXygsBSkpSTEBTfHISXZDnIfFwFnkRdJkxVLMDvcVSnrMyUUpOKoRaB1nvobOFQFnKj1c4pvXGcr6VrNMPsdUSkbWHxQDl86DqQAuBSqkvqvTIs4dnFv8cQnmuVHeCV1amQ\/ryHQRnFSirZBZVlEWmSCXIQQqlPJ+YoPc4JE8p9V0v3rCyOD34NmLMhbeHa++j+HXrtULT7WghTYu54n0WxcP5TktTggArhvJS5Hm25FcY\/yu9GMrLQJ2jcSUYS3kZqHM2KMEUystAtcwyUC0xKVfzvxSn2T\/\/Z2uNBTdcQwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\"\/><br \/><small><del>$1375.95<\/del> Save 14%<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>But maybe you don\u2019t own a PC at all, or you own an older PC and you\u2019re waiting for an upgrade. Perhaps you\u2019ve got an Xbox or Nintendo Switch as your main gaming platform, and you\u2019re curious about giving this VR thing a shot. It\u2019s hard to argue with the $299 Quest 2 as a jumping-on point.<\/p>\n<p>For PlayStation owners, the PSVR is still a valid choice, but it\u2019s one that you might want to hunt for on the second-hand market at this stage. Sony has promised a sequel is in the works (for PlayStation 5), and while Sony\u2019s VR catalog is impressive in terms of the number of games available, the platform is clunky with lackluster controllers and a reliance on old hardware like the PlayStation Camera and proprietary adapters for use on the PlayStation 5.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, the higher your expectations of a truly immersive and impressive VR experience, the more you should be prepared to spend. If only the best will do, a high-end gaming PC and something like the Valve Index is what you should shoot for. If you just want to experience\u00a0<em>Beat Saber<\/em> or explore Google Maps in VR to see what the fuss is about, the Quest 2 is more than enough (but don\u2019t expect it to blow your socks off).<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Quest_2_Might_Be_Your_Best_Choice\"><\/span>The Quest 2 Might Be Your Best Choice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you go for a more sophisticated VR setup, you\u2019ll need some additional space to mount sensors. All too often this means dedicating a room to being a VR play space. Free space is important for immersion in more physical titles, which means if you\u2019re tight on space then you might want to reconsider whether your money is well-spent. A basement or loft space that you can repurpose is ideal.<\/p>\n<p>This is what makes a standalone headset like the Quest 2 such a tempting prospect. If all you want is to dip your toes without going all-in on sensor bars, high-end headsets, and the hardware required to drive something like the Valve Index, get a Quest 2 and decide whether this hobby is for you.<\/p>\n<lite-youtube videoid=\"60yP8f5E-B4\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/60yP8f5E-B4\/hqdefault.jpg');\">\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"lty-playbtn\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lyt-visually-hidden\">Play Video<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n<p>Motion sickness is another issue that plagues VR, though modern headsets with higher refresh rates have helped to reduce the problem. If you already get motion sickness playing on a monitor or a TV then you might want to find a way to test-drive a VR headset before you reach for your wallet. If you can\u2019t find a friend or store that will let you do that, a cheaper investment on something like the Quest 2 won\u2019t see you spend a lot of money on something that makes you throw up after 10 minutes of use.<\/p>\n<p>Some games attempt to tackle the problem by eliminating movement that doesn\u2019t feel natural. For example, first-person shooters often allow the player to \u201cwarp\u201d to a new perspective, rather than walking as you would when playing on a PC. This allows the player to trade immersion for a more comfortable playing experience. It\u2019s also worth pointing out that some people are lucky and never experience motion sickness in VR.<\/p>\n<lite-youtube videoid=\"vZkR01_ZVOc\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/vZkR01_ZVOc\/hqdefault.jpg');\">\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"lty-playbtn\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lyt-visually-hidden\">Play Video<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n<p>Finally, pay attention to the types of games you enjoy and how they may benefit from VR. While rhythm action games like\u00a0<em>Beat Saber\u00a0<\/em>or beat \u2019em ups like\u00a0<em>GORN<\/em>\u00a0are undoubtedly fun, you might not want to spend very long playing them. The Quest 2 lets you experience both standalone titles as well as richer VR experiences using a PC if you have the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/Oculus-Quest-Link-Cable-Transmission\/dp\/B09QBYGDPK?tag=hotoge-20\">Quest 2 link cable<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>VR is arguably a platform that rewards those who love to try things out. If you often find yourself combing Steam or the <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App<\/a> Store for the latest releases just to sample what\u2019s out there, a VR headset will unlock so many more experiences for you. Take a look at the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oculus.com\/experiences\/quest\/\">Meta Quest app store<\/a>\u00a0and judge for yourself.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Wait_for_a_Better_Headset\"><\/span>Should You Wait for a Better Headset?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Valve Index is often touted as one of the best VR experiences on the market for its high refresh rate displays, tactile finger-tracking controllers, and ability to make the most of fantastic VR experiences like\u00a0<em>Half-Life: Alyx<\/em>. But there\u2019s a new generation of VR headsets on the horizon, so it may be waiting particularly if you\u2019re a console gamer.<\/p>\n<lite-youtube videoid=\"3uKUSnY0HVs\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/3uKUSnY0HVs\/hqdefault.jpg');\">\n<button type=\"button\" class=\"lty-playbtn\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lyt-visually-hidden\">Play Video<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n<p>Sony\u2019s PSVR 2 is the follow-up to the company\u2019s last-generation PSVR headset that relied on the PlayStation 4. The next version will rely on Sony\u2019s current flagship, the PlayStation 5 features a laundry list of improvements. The new headset won\u2019t require a separate camera module, instead of using four cameras mounted on the headset to track movement.<\/p>\n<p>The headset will have two high dynamic range (HDR) OLED displays, delivering a resolution of 2,000 x 2,040 per eye at up to 120Hz (though not all games will reach such a lofty framerate). Eye-tracking will be used to enable true foveated rendering, allowing the headset to better use the rendering budget to focus on the object you\u2019re looking at.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-787693\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/psvr2design.jpg?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"A rear view of the PS VR2\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Sony<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We don\u2019t yet know what it will cost or when it will arrive, but we do know that if Sony delivers on its promises that PSVR 2 will set a new benchmark for entry-level VR headsets. This will have a knock-on effect and place pressure on the rest of the industry to improve their own offerings. This is great for the VR space as a whole.<\/p>\n<p>With Meta going all-in on VR with their \u201cmetaverse\u201d spiel, the Quest 2 is also bound to have a successor before long. Expect better performance, higher fidelity, improved tracking, longer battery life, and other iterative improvements. By the end of 2021, the Quest 2 had <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/2021\/11\/16\/22785469\/meta-oculus-quest-2-10-million-units-sold-qualcomm-xr2\">shipped 10 million units<\/a>, with speculation that it was being sold at a loss (just to get headsets on people\u2019s faces).<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VR_Wont_Replace_%E2%80%9CFlat%E2%80%9D_Gaming_Any_Time_Soon\"><\/span>VR Won\u2019t Replace \u201cFlat\u201d Gaming Any Time Soon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There was a lot of hype about the promise of VR replacing the standard gaming experience in the medium\u2019s early days, but it\u2019s clear now that won\u2019t be happening any time soon. VR is another way to play, and it\u2019s an exciting format that offers unbeatable immersion and unique experiences. Check out our top-rated VR headsets\u00a0(and the best VR games) to figure out which is right for you.<\/p>\n<p>But if you\u2019re not particularly interested, can\u2019t afford the headset you want, or simply don\u2019t have the room then you won\u2019t need to worry about \u201cflat\u201d gaming going anywhere any time soon. 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