*This is a reconstructed article from the December issue of the electronic version of the free paper "Monthly PlayStation® ~PlayStation®.Blog Special Edition~".
“VR” is an abbreviation for Virtual Reality, and is a general term for technologies that create “another reality”. Create a virtual world with images and sound by drawing 3D space of CG and live action with a computer. If you put on a headset equipped with a stereoscopic display, you can enter the world and enjoy the experience as if you were there. If you move your head, the image in the 3D space changes in real time. If you look up, the image of the upper part will be displayed, and if you look down, the image of your feet will be displayed. In addition, stereophonic sound reproduces sounds from all directions 360 degrees, enhancing the presence.
By wearing a VR headset, a powerful 3D space appears that surrounds the player in all directions. The overwhelming sense of realism created by interlocking with proprietary 3D audio technology allows you to experience as if you are truly entering the game world.
* There are individual differences in how 3D stereoscopic vision is seen and the feeling of wearing a PS VR headset.
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In addition to games where you can enjoy the VR world spreading out in front of you to your heart's content, there are also party games where a player wearing a VR headset and a player looking at a TV monitor play against each other, and games that support online multiplayer. You can play various VR games.
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What is important in VR is the “Sense of Presence” that you exist in another world. With PS VR, you can enjoy the feeling of being immersed in the game world with a full HD organic EL display that enables smooth image expression, an optical lens that contributes to the realization of a viewing angle of about 100 degrees, and 3D audio technology. can be done. In order to display images more smoothly, images are displayed at a maximum of 120fps, so you can enjoy beautiful images without discomfort even if you shake your head quickly.
With PS VR, you can play not only PS VR compatible titles, but also PS4® titles that are not compatible with PS VR, watch various VR contents such as CG movies, music videos, 360-degree live-action images, etc. You can enjoy various ways such as watching programs and videos on Nasune, accessing the PS Store, communicating with friends, and sharing experiences using the SHARE function.
PS VR can output video to a TV monitor with the "social screen" function, so not only the person wearing the VR headset but also multiple people can enjoy the VR world together. There are two types of modes:
Mirroring mode Outputs the same image as what you see on the VR headset to the TV monitor. Everyone can get excited while watching the world of VR games played by family and friends.
Separate mode Outputs a different image to the TV monitor than the VR headset. Even people who do not wear a VR headset can play the game together from a different perspective.
PS VR has a feature called "Cinematic Mode" that allows players to enjoy content, including PS4® games, in 2D on a huge screen in a virtual space projected onto a VR headset.
In cinematic mode, a screen appears about 2.5 meters ahead in the virtual space, and the screen size is small (equivalent to 117 inches, viewing angle 54 degrees), medium (equivalent to 163 inches, viewing angle 71.5 degrees), large ( Equivalent to 226 inches, viewing angle 90 degrees) can be selected from three levels. You can also enjoy LPCM 2ch, 5.1ch, 7.1ch audio with headphones as virtual surround sound.
*There are individual differences in the size you feel. *3D movies other than Blu-ray 3D™ content and 3D stereoscopic games are displayed in 2D on the monitor in the virtual space. *In order to output 3D video from PS4®, the processor unit must be connected to a 3D compatible TV.
You can also enjoy videos and photos taken with a 360-degree omnidirectional camera. You can easily enjoy the experience as if you exist in the space.
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PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®Camera are required to play PS VR. Almost all PS VR titles can be played with a wireless controller (DUALSHOCK®4). Some titles are exclusive to the PlayStation®Move (PS Move) motion controller.
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PlayStation®Camera
PlayStation®VR is for ages 12 and up. Please note that children under the age of 12 should not use PS VR headsets.
It is recommended to use the VR headset while sitting. See the diagram on the right for the inside of the play area.
The VR headset is equipped with a 5.7-inch, 1920 x RGB x 1080 OLED display. Since the three primary colors of red, green, and blue are used without any thinning in the sub-pixels that make up one pixel, it is possible to depict extremely rich colors. In addition, an acceleration sensor and a gyro sensor are built in to grasp the movement of the head. Equipped with 9 LED lights on the surface, PS Camera acquires the position information of the lights to accurately recognize the position of the head. These technologies create an overwhelming presence.
You can connect headphones to the headband, realizing a comfortable fit without worrying about cables around your face. The headphones can be stored in the earpiece holder when not in use. There is a volume button on the bottom of the scope, and it became easy to operate the button when wearing it. The cable that connects the VR headset and the processor unit is also consolidated into a slimmer single cable.
Even if you want to enjoy PS4® on the TV monitor while the power of the VR headset is off, you can remove the processor unit connected between the PS4® and the TV monitor by supporting HDR video data pass-through. can be enjoyed without
<“PlayStation®VR PlayStation®Camera bundled version” product overview>
Product name | PlayStation®VR PlayStation®Camera bundled version |
Model number | < td>CUHJ-16003|
Release date | Now on sale |
Suggested retail price td> | 44,980 yen + tax |
Contents | VR Headset × 1PlayStation®Camera × 1Processor Unit × 1Stereo Headphones (Earpiece Set ) x 1 Various cables/cords, AC adapter |
Model number | CUH-ZVR2 series |
Dimensions | VR headset 187 x 185 x 277 mm (width x height x depth, excluding maximum protrusion, shortest headband length) Processor unit: 150 x 39 x 114 mm (width x height x depth, excluding maximum protrusion) |
Weight | VR headset: about 600g (cable not included) processor unit: about 300g |
OLED | |
Display size | 5.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1920 x RGB x 1080 (displays 960 x RGB x 1080 video for each eye) |
Refresh rate | 120Hz, 90Hz |
Viewing angle | About 100 degrees |
Equipped sensor< /td> | 6-axis detection system (3-axis gyro/3-axis acceleration) |
Connection terminal | VR headset: HDMI terminal, AUX Terminal, stereo headphone terminal Processor unit: HDMI TV terminal, HDMI PS4 terminal, USB terminal, HDMI output terminal, AUX terminal |
Processor unit function | 3D Audio processing, social screen (mirroring mode/separate mode), cinematic mode |
Q: Can I play with glasses?
A: Although there are individual differences, basically you can play even with glasses on. PS VR is designed to be focused about 2-3m ahead. If the glasses you are using correct your vision so that you can see objects about 2-3 meters away, the image you see will be the same as you see in your daily life, and you can use it without any problems. Also, regarding the size and design of the glasses (vision corrector), they can be used as long as they do not protrude from the PS VR scope (goggle-like part).
Q: Can the PS VR be adjusted to fit different head sizes?
A: You can adjust the size by widening the headband.
Q: If I connect PS VR to PS4®, can I use it without connecting to a TV?
A: It is possible to play games with PS4® + PlayStation®Camera + PS VR, but there are some settings that need to be made while watching TV when performing the initial settings of the PlayStation®Camera. However, there are titles such as "THE PLAYROOM VR" that cannot be played and settings that cannot be set only with PS VR, so basically it is assumed that you will use it by connecting it to a TV.
Q: Are there any titles that require the PlayStation®Move motion controller?
A: Almost all PS VR titles can be played with DUALSHOCK®4. Some titles use PlayStation®Move motion controllers. PlayStation®Move can be used with both CEJH-15018 and CECH-ZCM1JY, which includes a USB cable (Mini-B terminal). When using the CEJH-15018, when pairing with a PS4® or charging using a USB cable, use the mini-B type terminal used to connect the PS3® and DUALSHOCK®3. A cable is required.
Q: Do I need PlayStation®Eye (USB camera for PS3®) to use PlayStation®Move?
A: PlayStation®Eye is not available on PS4®. PlayStation®Camera is required to use PlayStation®Move with PS VR.
Q: What kind of headphones can be used with PS VR?
A: PS VR comes with stereo headphones (a set of earpieces), but if you use stereo headphones with a 3.5mm stereo mini plug, you can enjoy PS VR with 3D audio output. . However, please be aware that depending on the shape of the headphones you are using, they may interfere with the VR headset when worn.
Q: Is the peripheral wireless surround headset (CUHJ-15001/CUHJ-15005) compatible?
A: Yes. When using a wireless surround headset with PS VR, you can enjoy PS VR's 3D audio by connecting it with a wire. *The 7.1ch virtual surround function of the surround headset can only be used when connected wirelessly to PS3® or PS4®. Audio output and microphone input via the wireless connection of the surround headset cannot be used while using PS VR.
Q: Can I output audio from the TV when using headphones?
A: Audio can be output from both the TV and headphones.
Q: Is a network connection required to use PS VR?
A: A network connection is not required, but PS4® system software purchased before PS VR was released does not support PS VR, so please update the system software to support it. is needed. At that time, if you are unable to connect to the network, please contact PlayStation Customer Support and purchase a system software update disk (400 yen (excluding tax)) to update the system software. you need to
Q: Is the PS VR software available for download only?
A: Like the PS4® compatible software currently on sale, there are both packaged versions and download versions only. (depending on software)
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