The PlayStation VR headset displayed for testing. (Photo : GettyImages/Christian Petersen)
The PlayStation VR bundle has finally been unveiled by Sony, and it will include all of the essential components for the VR headset to work. It will have a price of $499.99 in North America and $699.99 in Canada.
On March 22, game retailers in North America will allow gamers to pre-order for the PlayStation VR launch bundle, PlayStationLifestyle reported. The bundle will be available exclusively for pre-sale and the amount will only be limited.
US gamers will be looking forward to the PlayStation VR bundle with contents like the PlayStation VR headset, PlayStation VR cables, PlayStation VR demo disc, stereo headphones, PlayStation Camera, "PlayStation VR Worlds" disc and two PlayStation Move controllers.
John Koller from Sony has explained that at $499.99, the bundle gives great value for consumers who are interested in VR gaming with the PlayStation 4. With a PS VR launch game "PlayStation VR Worlds," Sony guarantees that customers will enjoy the VR experience, Koller continued.
For those who will miss out on this round for pre-orders, Sony says to not worry, according to Engadget. The company guarantees that consumers will get a second chance in the second wave, which will happen this coming summer.
For those who want the PlayStation VR core bundle, it has a price of $399.99 in North America. The bundle will contain the PlayStation VR headset, cables, headphones and a demo disc. It will not be available for pre-order unfortunately, so gamers will have to wait.
Sony specifically notes that the PlayStation VR headset needs the PlayStation camera for it to work. For those who are planning to purchase the PlayStation VR core bundle instead, additional purchase of the camera will be necessary. The PlayStation Move controllers are only optional add-ons for the set.
Meanwhile, Sony's PlayStation VR set will be available for purchase in October 2016. There is still no specific day of the release. Furthermore, there is still no news if the bundle will be available in other regions like Europe or Asia in October.
According to WIRED, they are still waiting for the UK launch details. A Sony UK representative replied that their branch has not "announced anything for the EU at this stage."
Check out the PlayStation VR features video below:
