As planned, yesterday Sony has unveiled the official PlayStation VR kit that consists of a virtual reality helmet, previously known under the codename Project Morpheus, as well as some needed to work with this accessory device. Sony Representatives apologized that they could not begin deliveries PlayStation VR in the first half, but this was explained by the need to prepare the software ecosystem, and to release a sufficient components amount . As a result, in the US and Canada PlayStation VR debut in October this year, priced at $ 399, and up to the end of the current year for the device will be offered to about 50 games. The total number of developers involved in the creation of digital content for PSVR - 230 companies. Sony has created its own Playroom VR environment that supports co-op mode of the game in virtual reality - PSVR users can be combined in a virtual environment. The kit will include Playroom VR six games.
Directly Sony PlayStation VR package consists of a virtual reality helmet, the processing unit of the spatial sound stage (black box in the middle), the required cables and adapters (including USB and the HDMI), power supply and cable to it, compact headphones with a full set of accessories. In this set no camera PlayStation Camera, which is necessary to keep track of the user's head movements, as well as paddle PlayStation Move, which is necessary to work with objects in the virtual space, is held in the hands. A camera and manipulator can be bought separately for $ 60 and $ 50, respectively.
Even at a price of $ 510 for the most complete set of accessories, PlayStation VR remains the most affordable solution to work with a virtual reality helmet among the new generation. Oculus Rift without manipulators bundled offered for $ 599, and the HTC Vive is estimated at $ 799. Besides addition, Sony product content game console for $ 350, and competing solutions require the use of personal computers costing between $ 1000 and above.
For compatibility with older games and video playback Sony has provided a cinematic mode. Before PSVR owner there is 225-inch virtual screen on which he sees everything that happens in the game or movie. Accordingly, the device allows you to view videos and photos with a 360-degree panorama.
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