Playstation VR Discussion Thread

EoinMcLovin · 06-08-2020 9:13pm

Just announced during State of Play, Hitman 3 and the complete trilogy will be completely playable in PSVR

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwjdl6vpxGU

Jordan 199 · 06-08-2020 10:56pm

EoinMcLovin wrote: »

Just announced during State of Play, Hitman 3 and the complete trilogy will be completely playable in PSVR

Even though I'm sh1t at Hitman games, I'd definitely give it a go in virtual reality.

Potential-Monke · 06-08-2020 11:02pm

Wonder does that include the free Hitman we got with Plus not too long ago...

JimBurnley · 06-08-2020 11:11pm

Potential-Monke wrote: »

Wonder does that include the free Hitman we got with Plus not too long ago...

Some more details here
https://www.ioi.dk/hitman-vr/

Sounds like you can play old Hitman 1/2 on VR once you own the new Hitman 3

coolisin · 07-08-2020 10:43am

I must say I didn't see that one coming at all.
Not one I might play but very interesting.

Vadar immortal getting a release date makes me happy.

mrcheez · 07-08-2020 10:44am

Outstanding on Hitman! Is that exclusive to PSVR? If so, that's a major win.

Regarding Pistol Whip, I picked it up yesterday for my Quest and it's very cool, but I do feel it's a little repetitive with only 3 enemies? Are there unlockables?

Jordan 199 · 19-08-2020 9:42pm

Danger Ball worked me up into a sweat. Must change my t-shirt.

JimBurnley · 25-08-2020 8:22am

Vader Immortal just released today. 27 euro on the store

mrcheez · 25-08-2020 10:39am

JimBurnley wrote: »

Vader Immortal just released today. 27 euro on the store

That's all 3 episodes in one I'm guessing?

JimBurnley · 25-08-2020 10:50am

mrcheez wrote: »

That's all 3 episodes in one I'm guessing?

Yep

Oafley Jones · 25-08-2020 9:14pm

JimBurnley wrote: »

Yep

Just finished episode one. Pretty decent. Also, that’s a great James Earl Jones impersonation.

Zero-Cool · 07-09-2020 2:04pm

After a whirlwind romance with the PSVR, I sold it to CEX for €217 (almost half of a PS5 I imagine). I absolutely loved it, the best tech I ever used but I just wasn't getting the use out of it to justify keeping it when I want to preorder PS5 and need the cash for it.

I found myself only having time for it late at night when I'd either be too tired or completely wired after it which didn't help sleep. Goodnight PSVR, maybe we'll meet somewhere down the road again...

Thanks to all on here for the great recommendations and discussions.

bazzz · 07-09-2020 3:14pm

Two PSVR announcements on the PlayStation Blog today.

First one is : This week is PSVR Spotlight week, with sales, new reveals and
updates on upcoming games.

Second one is : Minecraft will get a PSVR update this month.

Jordan 199 · 07-09-2020 4:04pm

Zero-Cool wrote: »

Goodnight PSVR, maybe we'll meet somewhere down the road again...

I'm sure you will

Potential-Monke · 07-09-2020 7:36pm

I was tempted to do the same, but I'm gonna wait until I have the PS5 and see if there's any improvement. If not, if if nothing special, I'll sell then and get PSVR2 when they release it. Like yourself Zero, I'm not using it much/at all these days, but I'm a sucker for keeping stuff...

gerrybbadd · 08-09-2020 11:36am

Potential-Monke wrote: »

I was tempted to do the same, but I'm gonna wait until I have the PS5 and see if there's any improvement. If not, if if nothing special, I'll sell then and get PSVR2 when they release it. Like yourself Zero, I'm not using it much/at all these days, but I'm a sucker for keeping stuff...

I don't think the PS5 can improve it much, its the PSVR hardware itself thats somewhat limited in terms of optical resolution in the lenses. An improved frame rate pushed to each eye could help, but the resolution issue can only be solved through new hardware.

mrcheez · 08-09-2020 11:46am

Could be worth checking out the new Oculus Quest due to be released soon which might be around €299, but bear in mind the requirement to link with Facebook for all new headsets so that might be a turn off.

But the wireless freedom and sharp visuals really make a huge difference so worth considering.

In fact the total amount earned from selling off the PSVR might be enough to buy the new headset (if sold on adverts rather than Cex)

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Potential-Monke · 08-09-2020 8:31pm

I was thinking of that option too. But I just know I'd get a Quest and still wouldn't play it as much as it's not an Index... I'm terrible to myself, but unless the PSVR2 is something special, I think a Quest is the job. Linking to Facebook wouldn't bother me, barely use it anymore, like a throwaway email!

mrcheez · 08-09-2020 9:17pm

Potential-Monke wrote: »

I was thinking of that option too. But I just know I'd get a Quest and still wouldn't play it as much as it's not an Index... I'm terrible to myself, but unless the PSVR2 is something special, I think a Quest is the job. Linking to Facebook wouldn't bother me, barely use it anymore, like a throwaway email!

As long as it's a legit account you should be ok, but I have a fake account and I'm not going to connect it to my Quest since they have been known to ban fake accounts and that also means all games tied to that account are gone.

Potential-Monke · 08-09-2020 9:20pm

mrcheez wrote: »

As long as it's a legit account you should be ok, but I have a fake account and I'm not going to connect it to my Quest since they have been known to ban fake accounts and that also means all games tied to that account are gone.

Oh tis legit alright, just don't really use it other than some pages I follow, so no issues with that.

EoinMcLovin · 09-09-2020 9:10am

PSVR sale on Psn store

https://psprices.com/region-ie/discounts/?sort=date&platform=PS4&price_max=&discount_min=&vr_only=on&show_dlc=on

JimBurnley · 10-10-2020 12:56am

Confirmed today that the new ps5 camera is not compatible with psvr. Also, you'll still need your ps4 dualshock to play psvr games....

Are games from PlayStation VR backward compatible?

Yes, PlayStation VR games are included among the thousands of PS4 games that are playable on PS5. Please note that playing PS VR games on a PS5 console requires a PS VR headset, DualShock 4 wireless controller or PlayStation Move controller(s), and PS Camera (for PS4), which are sold separately from the PS5 console. Also, the PS5 HD Camera is not compatible with PS VR on PS5. You’ll need to use the PS Camera (for PS4), and the PS Camera adaptor (no purchase required), to use PS VR on PS5.

Lord Spence · 10-10-2020 9:30am

JimBurnley wrote: »

Confirmed today that the new ps5 camera is not compatible with psvr. Also, you'll still need your ps4 dualshock to play psvr games....

Are games from PlayStation VR backward compatible?

Yes, PlayStation VR games are included among the thousands of PS4 games that are playable on PS5. Please note that playing PS VR games on a PS5 console requires a PS VR headset, DualShock 4 wireless controller or PlayStation Move controller(s), and PS Camera (for PS4), which are sold separately from the PS5 console. Also, the PS5 HD Camera is not compatible with PS VR on PS5. You’ll need to use the PS Camera (for PS4), and the PS Camera adaptor (no purchase required), to use PS VR on PS5.

Pure anti consumer Sony again, it must be so easy to allow the ps5 controller to work with psvr, they know people are selling their old consoles to fund.new ones.

Oafley Jones · 10-10-2020 10:01am

Lord Spence wrote: »

Pure anti consumer Sony again, it must be so easy to allow the ps5 controller to work with psvr, they know people are selling their old consoles to fund.new ones.

The new controller doesn’t have the lighting set up for tracking. Besides, Sony have your money from the initial hardware. Selling it to find new hardware is giving them more money.

mrcheez · 10-10-2020 10:41am

Doesn't it seem odd they aren't supporting PSVR with the new hardware, unless of course they are planning a replacement for the camera-controlled version and going with inside-out tracking for the next headset

coolisin · 10-10-2020 10:48am

Lord Spence wrote: »

Pure anti consumer Sony again, it must be so easy to allow the ps5 controller to work with psvr, they know people are selling their old consoles to fund.new ones.

A company worth billions not caring about the consumer shock horror!

The fact a peripheral works with a new console day 1 and carrying over all most of your games is "nearly" a first.
Remember how your PS2 controllers no longer worked in the PS3?
Your PS1 light gun working with the PS2?
The Duck hunt gun NES gun working with the snes?
Your Master system cartridges working on a Megadrive?
Having to buy software or upgrade when you went from windows 3.1 to 95/98 then to xp then windows vista/7/8/10?

Im not happy but im waiting to see what they say about psvr2 anyway, if it releases then maybe there will be fixes for the issues above.

I knew when they revealed the controller and the light bar was gone this was going to be an issue, so I'm not shocked.

I am Shocked the new camera doesn't work with the old hardware.

But hence the free adaptor that has being promised.

Ill save my rage until all the details are revealed and you can see the full picture.

Oafley Jones · 10-10-2020 10:52am

mrcheez wrote: »

Doesn't it seem odd they aren't supporting PSVR with the new hardware, unless of course they are planning a replacement for the camera-controlled version and going with inside-out tracking for the next headset

Not really. It's a legacy peripheral that requires legacy hardware. PSVR isn't just the headset, it's the whole system. The PSVR was already remarkable in making do with what Sony had lying around.

You'd be placing a burden on developers otherwise. You either force all developers to put the work and cost in to support the new camera (controller obviously wont work, so why bother anyway) or just let users use what they already have. Otherwise you'll split the library with some games refusing to work with certain cameras.

I'm sure patents have pointed out the inside tracking (PS5 hardware would suggest wireless as well) for the next gen, but the new HD camera is a bit of an oddity then. I'm sure who's buying it, or why.

mrcheez · 10-10-2020 11:13am

PSVR is a legacy peripheral?

The PSVR is here to stay, but likely a new version will be released for the PS5

It's too popular for it to be considered legacy

Oafley Jones · 10-10-2020 11:35am

mrcheez wrote: »

PSVR is a legacy peripheral?

The PSVR is here to stay, but likely a new version will be released for the PS5

It's too popular for it to be considered legacy

Yes. The psvr is the very definition of a legacy peripheral on the ps5. Whether it’s popular or not, whether a successor comes or not is not relevant to the point.

Umpalumpa · 10-10-2020 2:13pm

Considering picking up the VR for the ps4.what exactly do I need to play games.headseat and special controllers? Is there much point getting it now or shluls I wait for the ps5 VR.

mrcheez · 10-10-2020 3:52pm

Umpalumpa wrote: »

Considering picking up the VR for the ps4.what exactly do I need to play games.headseat and special controllers? Is there much point getting it now or shluls I wait for the ps5 VR.

There hasn't been a PS5 VR announcement yet.

Personally I'd suggest going for an Oculus Quest 2, which will be a bit cheaper, but it's entirely wireless and amazing visuals/controller tracking. Everything you need to VR is in the box, and no need to be tied to a console. You can play in the middle of Phoenix Park if you want (which is amazing by the way as you can run around the virtual world in real life)

https://www.oculus.com/quest-2/

Needs a Facebook account though, so that might be a turn-off.

The PSVR has a larger library though, so if you want to go for it, make sure you buy a PS4 camera and then opt for one of the PSVR Megapacks that come with Move controllers (not sure if the camera is also included in the megapacks).

EDIT: actually this one seems to have the camera, but the Move controllers are extra

https://www.smythstoys.com/ie/en-ie/video-games-and-tablets/virtual-reality/virtual-reality-devices/playstation-vr-mega-pack-mk4/p/183335

https://www.smythstoys.com/ie/en-ie/video-games-and-tablets/virtual-reality/virtual-reality-devices/playstation-move-twin-pack-cech-zcm2-model-/p/168549

WarZoneBrother · 10-10-2020 6:51pm

If I was buying a PSVR at this rate I'd suggest waiting for Black Friday which is next month.. I'd imagine they would have discounts then?..

Maybe Prime Day might have one too..

Not sure if mentioned yet but there's a Mortal Blitz Combat Arena game Free to Play on the store.. Its a shooter game where you have to move to different platforms to try to get kills...

I did not enjoy squadrons much at the start but when you play with friends it is amazing and now I am starting to enjoy it...

Potential-Monke · 10-10-2020 8:36pm

Bit disappointing re: the camera and controller. The controller I can understand, no light bar so would require a lot of work, but the camera is the one that's throwing me. I can't see why it shouldn't work tbh. I guess that's the end of my PSVR days for now. I'm gonna sell the lot and get a Quest 2 I reckon. Will most likely buy into the PSVR2 when it's out though.

PSVR is great if you haven't played any other "better" VR's, but I feel like I'm missing out with PSVR so time to move on and try another one. Hopefully when PSVR2 comes out, it'll support the PS4 VR games.

kegg · 12-10-2020 7:26pm

Hi. It was probably mentioned months ago but has anyone played racket fury table tennis? Brilliant game but there's rarely anyone online to play against.

mrcheez · 12-10-2020 9:14pm

kegg wrote: »

Hi. It was probably mentioned months ago but has anyone played racket fury table tennis? Brilliant game but there's rarely anyone online to play against.

It is superb. I even have it on my Oculus Go and it plays really well even though the headset is 3DoF.

I bring it with me when traveling to have a table tennis workout on the go (scuse the pun)

wes · 13-10-2020 2:31pm

Has anyone heard anything about the adapter for the camera for the PSVR for PS5 yet?

gerrybbadd · 13-10-2020 3:15pm

wes wrote: »

Has anyone heard anything about the adapter for the camera for the PSVR for PS5 yet?

Nothing other than "no purchase will be necessary". Very light on info so far, which is disappointing. I'm assuming it will be seamless enough, but i've a feeling there will be a long wait for some form of device to be posted out to PSVR users from Sony

JimBurnley · 20-10-2020 6:20pm

From a psvr fb page I follow...

From Oct 29 all PlayStation VR buyers will also receive the PS Camera adapter for PS5. No news yet on how existing owners will get the free adapter.

coolisin · 29-10-2020 10:09am

Has anyone attempted to order the adaptor yet?
See it was available on the US site last night.

wes · 29-10-2020 10:22am

I did it yesterday. I got an email about an hour later, and it says I should get it in November sometime.

SomeSayKos · 29-10-2020 10:29am

wes wrote: »

I did it yesterday. I got an email about an hour later, and it says I should get it in November sometime.

Same here

sticker · 29-10-2020 10:52am

wes wrote: »

I did it yesterday. I got an email about an hour later, and it says I should get it in November sometime.

Same

RocketRaccoon · 29-10-2020 11:12am

I got the same email regarding the adapter, now I just need a ps5.

mrcheez · 31-10-2020 8:42am

wow I'm pretty shocked to hear PS5 games will not support PSVR... I guess the clues were there when an adaptor was required to make it compatible.

RocketRaccoon · 31-10-2020 10:14am

mrcheez wrote: »

wow I'm pretty shocked to hear PS5 games will not support PSVR... I guess the clues were there when an adaptor was required to make it compatible.

They will support it, hence the adapter.

Oafley Jones · 31-10-2020 1:52pm

RocketRaccoon wrote: »

They will support it, hence the adapter.

No. PS4 games (those with PS5 compatibility/enhancements) will support it. There will be no ps5 games that utilise it. As I said in the gaming thread, I’m really surprised. I was certain that they’d leverage it until a new improved model could be sold in two/three ish years time. They’re killing the platform with this move. Undermining alll the work they’ve done. Again, it’s not surprising given the CEO of PlayStation doesn’t seem to be much of a believer in VR.

kerplun k · 31-10-2020 2:34pm

I thought it sold quite well, plus it made use of redundant stock such as the camera and moves. For something that they threw together I thought it exceeded expectations. It’s a shame they seem to be abandoning it.

mrcheez · 31-10-2020 3:53pm

kerplun k wrote: »

I thought it sold quite well, plus it made use of redundant stock such as the camera and moves. For something that they threw together I thought it exceeded expectations. It’s a shame they seem to be abandoning it.

5 million were sold vs 113 million PS4 sold, so maybe they did the maths and decided it wasn't worth keeping it going.

Odd that they explicitly won't be supporting it for PS5 games unless there's something specific in the code library that would be costly to update for PS5?

Surely it should be up to the developers to say they want to enable PSVR mode?

Does this mean that Hitman 3 will have 2 variants... PS4 version (supporting PSVR) and PS5 version? Will the PS4 version be purchasable on the PS5?

Also curious to see if the PSVR actually gets any improvements when running on PS5 hardware, or if it will just be an emulated PS4 Pro.

Oafley Jones · 31-10-2020 4:36pm

mrcheez wrote: »

5 million were sold vs 113 million PS4 sold, so maybe they did the maths and decided it wasn't worth keeping it going.

Odd that they explicitly won't be supporting it for PS5 games unless there's something specific in the code library that would be costly to update for PS5?

Surely it should be up to the developers to say they want to enable PSVR mode?

Does this mean that Hitman 3 will have 2 variants... PS4 version (supporting PSVR) and PS5 version? Will the PS4 version be purchasable on the PS5?

Also curious to see if the PSVR actually gets any improvements when running on PS5 hardware, or if it will just be an emulated PS4 Pro.

I can say that NMS is emulating the Pro for it's PS5 mode.

For some reason I thought the number were a lot higher. But yeah, looking at that, you can see why they're giving up. Thing is, they probably made this decision at least two years ago; look at the final hardware and games development timelines such RE8.

It's annoying, the promise of PSVR was one of the things that convinced me to go with PS last time round. It's even more annoying when you consider the biggest bottleneck for PSVR is the raw horsepower of the machine itself, and the PS5 would have had huge potential upsides (looking at you SW:Squadrons)

RocketRaccoon · 31-10-2020 5:16pm

I absolutely love the VR, I'd be very surprised and disappointed not to see another full astrobot vr game on the ps5.

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