Sony PlayStation PS VR2 VR Headset for PS5 – 4K HDR

The Sony PlayStation PS VR2 is built around an OLED display that delivers 4K HDR images at 120 Hz – and that defines everything. This is a VR headset for the PlayStation 5, not for a PC or other console. The OLED panel delivers deep blacks and vivid colours, which in VR makes the difference between a virtual world that looks 'okay' and one that convinces. The 110° field of view is generous for a consumer VR headset – you see less of the edges and more of the game world.

The PS VR2 uses positional tracking: cameras in the headset track your movements. That works without external sensors, but it also means you play within the cameras' field of view. Turn too far away and you lose tracking. You'll notice that. The headset weighs 2524 g in the box – the weight of the headset itself isn't stated separately, but the construction with headband and eye cushions is designed to distribute the weight.

The PS VR2 is white, with a headband construction you tighten with a wheel at the back. The source material states the headset is suitable for glasses wearers and that eye cushions are included – likely to block out light and increase comfort. Volume is adjustable on the headset itself, handy if you want to quickly mute the sound without leaving the game.

What stands out in the specs: wireless use isn't possible. The headset connects to the PS5 with a single cable – a USB-C connection. That's a deliberate choice by Sony: the cable delivers power and data, and keeps the headset lighter than a model with its own battery. The downside is that you're tethered. For a VR headset you use sitting down or in a small space, that's workable. For a setup where you move around a lot, the cable can get in the way.

Setup is straightforward: the headset connects to the PS5 with a single cable. No separate sensors to place, no complicated software installation. The PS5 recognises the headset and guides you through the initial setup – including an eye tracking calibration. The box contains the headset, two controllers with wrist straps, a USB cable, a stereo headset, three pairs of ear tips and documentation in Dutch, French and English.

The headset is designed for use with a game console – not for PC or standalone. That limits the library to PS5 games that support VR. Sony has released a number of first-party titles, such as Horizon Call of the Mountain and Gran Turismo 7, and there are third-party games. The number of VR games for PS5 is smaller than what's available on PC. That's a trade-off: the simplicity of a console ecosystem versus the freedom of choice of PC VR.

The headset isn't wireless, doesn't have an external memory slot and has no storage capacity – everything runs on the PS5. The battery status isn't shown on the headset, but the controllers report their charge level to the console. The rechargeable design means you put the controllers on the charger after a session. The headset itself has no battery – it works as long as the PS5 is on.

The CE marking is visible, the manufacturer's warranty is 2 years and the manufacturer is Sony Europe Limited, based in Berlin, with a service address in Germany. The packaging measures 43.3 cm long, 25.3 cm wide and 19.2 cm high – a sizeable box, but not unmanageable.

The PS VR2 delivers 4K HDR on an OLED display at 120 Hz, in a headset designed for the PS5. The combination of eye tracking, headset feedback and 3D audio is unique at this price point, but its success depends on games that use those features. For anyone looking for a VR headset that works seamlessly with the PS5 and doesn't want the hassle of PC, this is a solid choice. The cable and console dependency are the price you pay for that simplicity.