Sony has teased fans with an "early look" at the PlayStation VR2 user experience. According to the Japanese giant's blog, the next-gen virtual reality headset will offer two main viewing modes: VR and Cinematic.
VR Mode is for gaming in 360-degrees while Cinematic Mode offers a (flat) virtual screen for movies and non-VR games. You can forget about 4K resolution, though – Cinematic mode maxes out at 1080p HDR.
Only by switching to VR Mode can users experience the full effect of the headset's OLED display, which crams in 2000 x 2040 pixels per eye (Sony describes this as a "4000 x 2040 HDR format" for gaming).
Sony has also revealed that the PS VR2 will boast a See-Through Mode that uses the headset's front cameras to let you see your surroundings at the touch of a button. Handy when, say, you want to locate your PS VR2 Sense controllers without removing your headset.
"It’s a great way to show your movements and reactions during a boss battle and share your reactions with fellow gamers," explains Yasuo Takahashi, senior staff product manager at Sony Interactive Entertainment.
