It’s going to be a busy yr for gaming

At the same time as Sony shares extra particulars about PlayStation VR2, we’ve nonetheless questioned in regards to the video games, the timing, and crucially, the value. Right this moment, the corporate narrowed in a bit — PlayStation VR2 is formally coming in “early 2023,” in response to a tweet from PlayStation.

Coming early 2023. #PSVR2 pic.twitter.com/R3MwWVPyNt

— PlayStation UK (@PlayStationUK) August 22, 2022

It’s a easy announcement tweet with simply the brand new timeline and a well-known photograph of the PS5 headset and VR2 Sense controllers, each of which have been proven off earlier than. With Gamescom occurring this week, this could possibly be a lead-in for a wider announcement. Or it may simply be one other incremental information replace, enterprise as common. You by no means know.

How a lot is an excessive amount of?

I’m anxious in regards to the worth, notably after Meta Quest 2 obtained a $100 worth hike.

The $400 vary could be a pleasing shock, however I’m anticipating nearer to $500 (relying on what’s included). Both manner, for those who’re a brand new PS5 proprietor, it’ll probably be so much. I’m saving.

That stated, I obtained my cash’s price out of the PlayStation VR, and it’s been lengthy sufficient that I’m able to put money into one other VR platform. Even with technical drawbacks, I appreciated the PSVR expertise — I’m anticipating to really feel the identical manner about PSVR2. In some methods, I hope the following headset echoes the PS4-to-PS5 transition; extra of the identical, however nicer.

Sony has loads of time to do a giant VR-focused State of Play blowout stream within the coming months. For now, the docket has Horizon Name of the Mountain, Resident Evil Village, No Man’s Sky, and The Strolling Lifeless: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution.

PlayStation VR garnered followers, and I’m crossing my fingers that PSVR2 is the improve it must be. An ergonomic, well-thought-out headset is nothing with out significant video games, and expectations are solely getting increased. Resident Evil will get my foot within the door, at the very least.

The Resident Evil 4 remake is out on March 23, 2023, and it’ll help PlayStation VR2 in some not-yet-concrete manner. I’m additionally down for one other Village run.

It’s enjoyable to suppose again to the PSVR launch lineup — it was a mad sprint round right here with Chris and I splitting up overview duties for video games like SuperHyperCube, Till Daybreak: Rush of Blood, Rez Infinite, Job Simulator, and Batman: Arkham VR. I’m hoping for a splashy group.