Virtual reality technology has come a long way in the last few years, and two major contenders are dominating the market: the PlayStation VR 2 (PSVR 2) and the Oculus Quest 2. Both offer an immersive gaming experience, but there are important differences between the two. In this article, we’ll compare the two headsets and help you decide whether to buy one now or wait for future developments.

Hardware and Performance

The PSVR 2 is developed by Sony and designed to work with the PlayStation 5 console. It boasts impressive improvements over its predecessor, such as a higher resolution (reportedly up to 4000×2040 pixels), a more comfortable design, and inside-out tracking. However, it remains tethered to the console, and you’ll need a PS5 to use the headset.

On the other hand, Oculus Quest 2 is a standalone VR headset created by Facebook-owned company Oculus. It delivers high-quality visuals with a resolution of 1832×1920 pixels per eye and features an adjustable interpupillary distance mechanism for tailored comfort. Thanks to its untethered design, you can use the Quest 2 anywhere without needing additional hardware – just charge it up and dive into virtual worlds.

Game Library

Sony has always been famous for its exclusive games lineup; as of now, some PSVR games like Resident Evil VII: Biohazard, Astro Bot Rescue Mission, and Blood & Truth are available only on their platform. Additionally, developers continue working on fresh titles specifically tailored for the PSVR 2.

With Quest 2, your gaming options do not limit you to just one platform. You can access both Quest-native titles such as The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners and Vader Immortal. Connect your PC wirelessly via Virtual Desktop or with an Oculus Link cable, and you have the entire PC VR library of games at your fingertips.

Price

Both headsets require quite an investment. Presently, the pricing for PSVR 2 is not available. However, given that its predecessor was priced at around $399, we can expect a similar or slightly higher price point for the new headset. Remember that this requires a PlayStation 5 console to be used, which costs around $499.

The Oculus Quest 2 is priced more affordably with two options: $299 for 128GB and $399 for 256GB. This cost applies to the standalone headset, with no need for additional hardware besides a gaming PC if you wish to play PC VR games.

So should you buy or wait?

If you already own a PlayStation 5 console and are excited about Sony’s exclusive gaming lineup while not minding being tethered, PSVR 2 might be the right choice for you. Though its release date is yet to be announced, we’ll likely see it on the market in the coming months.

For those who prefer an untethered experience with access to a wider range of games across different platforms and at a lower price point, the Oculus Quest 2 could be a fantastic option.

Ultimately, whether you should buy now or wait depends on your personal preferences and budget. As technology continues to evolve rapidly, there will always be a newer, more powerful device just around the corner. However, both PSVR 2 and Quest 2 offer impressive experiences that will undoubtedly provide hours of excitement and immersion right now.