PlayStation VR review: virtual reality for the masses

By Tim Biggs
Updated October 20 2016 - 1:08pm, first published 11:26am
The PSVR features several lights which allow the camera to track your precise movements.
The PSVR features several lights which allow the camera to track your precise movements.
This little processor box comes with the PSVR and  allows your TV, PS4 and headset to work together for innovative experiences. Photo: Supplied
This little processor box comes with the PSVR and allows your TV, PS4 and headset to work together for innovative experiences. Photo: Supplied
Even making a sandwich is anarchic fun in <i>Job Simulator</i>. Of course it doesn't count as a sandwich unless there's an olive on top.
Even making a sandwich is anarchic fun in <i>Job Simulator</i>. Of course it doesn't count as a sandwich unless there's an olive on top.
Getting suited up in <i>Batman: Arkham VR</i>.
Getting suited up in <i>Batman: Arkham VR</i>.

Today Sony has launched the PlayStation VR, a futuristic-looking device that – while it might not deliver the crystal-clear alternative world experiences of our dreams – could be the first virtual reality system to really take off with mainstream gamers.