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October 2016
(78%)
277 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(91%)
1788 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Immersive
Compliments existing PlayStation hardware
Despite their failings from time to time
I really appreciated that Sony found a use for the PlayStation Move motion controllers. They feel like a natural fit for VR
And help give PlayStation VR a leg-up on Oculus until it eventually launches its Touch c
Relatively Affordable
Comfortable
Best HMD for Glasses
Vibrant Display
Very comfortable
Much more affordable than its rivals
Incredibly smooth
Fluid and immersive VR
Some of the early content is amazing
Cheaper than Vive or Rift
Excellent setup procedure
Lots of games
Decent graphical performance
Comfortable headset
Generally reliable motion sensing
Strong diversity of games
The London Heist
The PlayStation VR is the most accessible
Affordable and user-friendly full VR option on the market. Sony has promised support from a long list of developers down the track but the immediate launch games are pretty solid as well
Close to high-end
Affordable
Some awesome VR games
Range of controller options
Multiplayer and social features
Incredible gaming experiences
Sturdy and robust headset
Works with existing technology
Cheaper than equivalent rivals
Affordable price
Good selection of games
Immersive experience
Very immersive
HD display is nice and crisp
Much cheaper than Vive or Oculus
Works with all PS4 consoles
120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals
Resident Evil 7 on PS VR is a game changer
Good game library at launch
Great headset security
Achieves that “full VR” sensation
PlayStation Network filters out broken games
More affordable than Rift or Vive
Immersive worlds
High refresh rate
Significantly cheaper than rivals for comparable quality
Virtual cinema screen function
Integrated stereo headphones
Streamlined cables
Adds HDR pass through
Slimmer build overall
Good performance
Cost effective soution
Well designed and comfortable headset
Easy to set up and use
Extensive selection of games
Amazing games already available
Simple setup
Movies look great in the headset
Comfortable to wear even with glasses
Better value than Oculus and Vive
The editors didn't like
Some rough visuals
PlayStation VR is a tethered experience that encourages you to sit down rather than stand up. While the HTC Vive unlocks a massive maximum tracking area of 15 x 15 feet
Sony confines you to a 6-foot by 10-foot space
That wouldn't be so terrible if the S
Fragile Mechanical Adjustments
Confusing Bundle SKUs
Expensive Content
Some inconsistencies to head and controller tracking
Relatively small play area
A lot of the initial games are very short ‘experiences'
Some odd design decisions
Costs more if you need a camera and Move controller
Relatively low resolution means some blurring and lack of detail
More intense games may cause motion sickness in some
It's wired so cable can get in the way
Camera doesn't always pick up movements wi
Each experience too fleeting
Experiences lack replay value
VR Luge
Its single-camera tracking system occasionally feels lacking and you may have trouble when you turn around. The PSVR's graphical fidelity is occasionally noticeably lower than what's possible with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift
Occasional motion sickness
Tracking can be flakey
Pay for Camera + Move controllers
Wires. So many wires
Set-up can be long and frustrating
Tracking issues can occur
Screen lower resolution than rivals
Games can be pricey
Key accessories not included
Glasses can cause light-bleed
Motion tracking occasionally disconnects
Requires separate audio input
Resolution is disappointing
PlayStation Camera isn't included in the box
Move controllers aren't included
Makes a mess
Not as powerful as Rift or Vive
Lower resolution
Headset needs regular cleaning
Excessive cabling issues
No performance changes
Limited efficacy of camera and Move controllers
Need to buy camera separately
Possible nausea with some games
No Move controllers included
Processor unit needs to be unplugged to power down
PS4 console desperately needs another USB port to charge all the controllers
Doesn't come with required accessories, Can cause severe motion sickness
PlayStation VR is an affordable introduction to quality VR. Many of the experiences aren't as crisp or as fun as Oculus and Vive, but the large selection of titles mean that there's something for everyone...
I’m happy with this. For the hype that PlayStation are building around this, this is meeting my expectations. I think it’s definitely something to look out for.To finish, here’s me being jump scared by a shark. Happy PAX friends...
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Published: 2015-09-08, Author: Stephen , review by: techguide.com.au
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Immersive, Compliments existing PlayStation hardware
Some rough visuals
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