While the original PS VR is compatible with the PS5 (provided you request the separate adapter), there’s always been an expectation we’d a successor that’s specifically designed for the new console. That’s become a reality, with the PlayStation VR 2 now official. It’s a significant refresh, with key upgrades including a new OLED screen, wider 110-degree field of view and support for 120Hz and 4K HDR. It’s still a while before the device is released, but pre-orders are now live in many countries around the world. If you’re based in the US or UK, here’s everything you need to know.

When will the PlayStation VR2 be released?

Sony has confirmed that the PlayStation VR2 will be released on 22 February 2023. That might feel like a long way away, but pre-orders are already live. It’s likely to be very popular, so we’d encourage you to secure one as soon as possible if you’re interested.

How much will the PlayStation VR2 cost?

In short, a lot. Not only is the PS VR2 a lot more expensive than its predecessor ($349/£349), it actually costs more than the PS5 itself ($499/£479). Sony’s recommended retail price is $549.99/£529.99, which is how much you’ll pay if you decide to pre-order. That includes the headset itself, plus two Sense controllers and stereo headphones. If you want a bundle with includes Horizon Call of the Mountain, one of the launch titles, it’ll set you back $599/£569. A dock to charge the controllers costs an additional $49/£39.

Where to pre-order the PlayStation VR2

If you’re based in the US, UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands or Luxembourg, pre-orders are limited to the PlayStation Direct store during this “initial launch phase”. That applies to the headset itself, plus accessories and launch games. In November, you had to register and then hope you’d invited to pre-order via email. But that’s now changed, so anyone can buy one from the Sony website.

Pre-order in the USPre-order in the UK

Just make sure you’re signed in to the same account you use for the PlayStation Network. Sony doesn’t say how long this “initial launch phase” will last. It may stretch until the headset is released in February 2023, or other retailers may offer pre-orders between now and then. Either way, registering right now will give you the best chance of getting the PS VR2 to arrive on release day. However, it’s worth noting that Sony says orders from the PlayStation Direct store “will ship throughout the week of launch”. If you’re not based in one of the seven countries listed above, Sony says the PlayStation VR2 is being sold at “participating retailers”. Pre-orders are live now, but it’s not clear which retailers are actually letting you buy one now. It’s worth checking all the most popular gaming hardware websites in your country to see if it’s available there.

PlayStation VR2: Everything you need to knowPlayStation VR reviewBest VR headsets

As the resident expert on Windows, Senior Staff Writer Anyron’s main focus is PCs and laptops. Much of the rest of his time is split between smartphones, tablets and audio, with a particular focus on Android devices.