The virtual reality world is advancing day by day. This advancement has always been driven by innovation and the pursuit of creating a more immersive gameplay experience. Sony Interactive Entertainment is at the forefront of this advancement with PlayStation VR, as far as VR gaming is concerned.
With their success with PlayStation VR, they are more into the world of VR technology. In this journey of bringing the next generation of VR into this world, the engineers did something special. Let’s dive into the article and explore the experimental steps taken by the engineers at Sony, which will sooner or later shape the future of PlayStation VR 2.
The Vision for PS VR 2: From Prototypes to Future Tech
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Sony is the first name that comes to mind when you talk about the inclusion of virtual reality in the world of gaming. After the major success of PS VR in 2016, the seeds of PS VR 2 were sown. The second generation of PS VR will be a huge leap from its predecessor. We can see a number of new advanced features being incorporated in the new headset, like eye tracking, headset feedback, and a streamlined single-cord setup. This feature will ensure an advanced PS VR with enhanced interaction and comfort in a lightweight and compact design.
From Prototypes To Future Tech, How PlayStation VR 2 Was Built:
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This is not the end. Sony is also working on a system called ‘Foveated Rendering.’ This high-tech feature will provide enhanced rendering wherever the player is looking. On the other hand, in peripheral vision, there will be reduced rendering. So, as a package, this feature will provide a more immersive and visually superior experience.
To achieve a well-optimized console, many prototypes were made, on which step-by-step experiments were done regarding the following features:
The Unconventional Experiment: PlayStation DualShock 4 Rumble Motor Integration
The most unique experimental step the Sony engineers have taken in the advancement of the PS VR is the extraction of rumble motors from the famous PlayStation Dual Shock 4 controller and incorporating them into the PS VR 2 prototype.
The PlayStation Dual Shock 4 is known for its premium hardware setup. So, this experimental step clearly states that Sony is leaning toward integrating that simple superiority of hardware in the next generation of PS VR.
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The rumble motor is designed to provide tactile feedback in the form of vibration while the players are holding the controllers. So, the inclusion of this hardware will be a huge development in the form of realism, hence trying to bring the virtual world closer to the real one.
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Although these are all experimental setups, there’s no reason to hold back our excitement as we step into the next generation of PS VR. With the inclusion of premium hardware and some excellent features, the future of VR gaming looks brighter.
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