Sony reveals 8K VR headset prototype Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Sony reveals 8K VR headset prototype Don't expect this in PSVR though. News by Ed Nightingale News reporter Updated on 8 Dec 2021 43 comments Sony has revealed a prototype for an 8K VR headset. The prototype promises increased visual fidelity, reduced latency and OLED microdisplays. Don't get too excited about PSVR though: this headset is likely intended for purposes beyond gaming. Watch on YouTube The prototype was developed by Sony R&D (not PlayStation) and was revealed in a video as part of 'Sony Technology Day'. Engineers Yasuko Ishihara and Kei Kimura demonstrate the improved visuals which use OLED microdisplays for each eye. Individually they offer 4K visuals; together 8K. In the demonstration, that means seeing the fine detail of leather car seats and other textures close to reality. The use of microdisplays also means a smaller, lighter headset. Reduced latency also means smoother and more realistic movement. The video suggests the headset would be used for engineering purposes, medical training, and manufacturing support, as well as live entertainment. It seems this prototype likely won't be for general consumers, at least not for a while, so don't expect this tech in PSVR. Still, it's interesting to see how far VR technology has come. Sony showed off its new PSVR controllers back in March. Hopefully we won't have to wait long for more information. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 13 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090: a new level in graphics performance The Digital Foundry video review - and how the new GPU champion delivers for 4K 120fps gaming. Feature Evercore Heroes wants to wind people up the right way "There's less rage at them, because they didn't end your fun." Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store