SubSide VR Review on PSVR2: Next Level Graphics on PlayStation VR2

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Subside VR will release on the 20th of December for $25

[@dreamingorca]

It's insanely realistic-I couldn't believe who accurate it was to the realworld experience of actual snorkelling and diving.

[@dustinmj29]

This is what I love right now about VR games, especially on the psvr2. The prices are accessible to most people who have spent the money to buy the ps5 and the vr2. I mean even metro released at 40$ and it was better than most 70$ flat screen games I've purchased recently.

[@YoBrand15]

This game is fantastic on pcvr. Some people hate on it because it's more of an "experience" than a "game" but I think that's ridiculous. There is nothing else like it in vr. That coupled with the great visuals and feeling you get swimming is worth it to me.

[@cedricdallaire3324]

I would even remove the orange ui on screen IDK why immersive stuff adds crap on screen to break immersion and the hoops floating to

[@gustavobarandas2012]

So is it a game or an experience?? 😅

[@YoBrand15]

@gustavobarandas2012 Both. Although depending on your definition of a "game", id say most people would classify it more as an experience (it's really just item collecting). But that doesn't detract from how good it is.

[@Bedex2]

@@gustavobarandas2012It's both but probably closer to an experience. Want a more compelling underwater game, the PC version of Subnautica supports VR.

[@nickharmer9722]

​@@Bedex2...that doesn't control NEARLY as good as this.

[@moneyteamdream7581]

No doubt about it. Psvr2 is killing it right now!!!

[@Myles]

Awesome review dude. Yeah, this is such a special title. Can't wait to play more. Only criticism is they don't have Sonic The Hedgehog drowning music when you start running out of air... 🤣

[@GAMERTAGVR]

😂😂 the last bubble noise… forever haunting

[@Dun4nlol]

PTSD from my childhood hahaha

[@bestistmate]

I was editing a video underwater and wondered why it started to go darker and strange noises. Just caught it , lol🤣

[@Discordia_19_]

Played the demo on my pro and it was absolutely beautiful and reminded me of my Scuba diving days. Can see this as a definite respite break from Xenomorph action later this week.

[@CR00K__Gaming]

I have this on pcvr. Psvr2 homies are going to love this. One of the most stunning games, if not the most stunning game I've seen in VR. That added contrast of psvr 2 really will make it pop. 😍

[@NintenPizza]

Just checked out the Demo for PSVR2, and i didn't find it stunning at all. it looked far less stunning than even stand alone Quest 3's 'Ocean Rift' and it all has to do with PSVR2's terrible fresnel lenses. Everything is soft, as if the clarity is being masked by a veil. ON Q3, the veil has been lifted, and you're getting a next-gen tack sharp super clear image that the PSVR2 simply put can't provide. I'd love to try Subside with a Q3 paired to a beefy PC rig, but alas, I've got a PS5 is my 'easy' PC instead.

[@solid_justice5855]

@@NintenPizza BS. Q3 doesn't have the graphic power of a ps4 even. Sounds like you have no clue on how to put on the psvr 2 correctly

[@NintenPizza]

@@solid_justice5855 You're comparing a stand alone headset to a wired headset that plugs into a power console...If the PSVR2 were a stand alone it would have the exact same tablet horse power of a Q3. If you connect the Q3 to a beefy PC, you can get a lot more power than a PS5 AND PS5 pro. So i don't get what you're trying to say here. The PSVR2 + PS5 loses on power if you apply the same exact method or logic with a PC. And besides, I'm not talking about core visuals, i'm talking about the lenses. Quest 3's pancake lenses are a big upgrade over the PSRV2's fresnel in terms of clarity, sharpness, the sweet spot etc. Max Mustard for ex, on PSVR2 looks soft, where as on Q3 it looks tack sharp, like you're almost peeking through a window, and it's not even maxing out on the Q3's resolution.

[@solid_justice5855]

@NintenPizza you where the one claiming Q3 looks next gen lol. Max mustard looks alot better on psvr2 though. More detailed, brighter and more vibrant colors compared to the softer looking Quest version. Go look at comparsions. Hell even the decs where talking about how much better it looked on psvr2 compared to Quest. If you got the sweetspot on psvr2 then Q3 can't compare to how good psvr2 looks. This is a fact

[@NintenPizza]

@@solid_justice5855 You've never played it on Quest 3 i take it. i have both headsets, and MM on both. I've already done comparisons. I thought the clarity for the PSVR2 version of maxed mustard looked awful and the colours were dull too. BUT, it's definitely better in terms of of the 90fps bump, no motion duplication, having deeper blacks, no occasional motion stutters and then there's haptics support. But the clarity is lousy compared to how it looks on Q3. That's a fact. Fresnel lenses can't compete with pancake. to get the best of both worlds. Either way, the game is just a mid platformer plunked in VR to fill that astro bot: Rescue void. It's nowhere near as good. It's hysterical when people 'play teams' and resort to fanboyism. These companies don't give a shit about you. Play what you like on whatever platform. I don't care about console wars. I'm too old for that nonsense. I'm rooting for both PSVR2 and Q3, and when Nintendo decides to jump into VR/MR. As is, PSVR2 is in desperate need of a headset revision imo. Pancake lenses need to be standard.

[@mightyhadi6132]

Kayak VR , GT7 VR and This games is a showcase of PS5 graphic in VR.

[@SuperNova-py1ec]

Agree. Add Red Matter 1&2 as well!

[@pharmeee]

Played the demo last night on the PS5 pro. I wish every PSVR2 game could be this sharp.

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Me too man

[@Megaace9]

I finished on PC VR, I'll buy it again on PS VR2. VR was born for experiences like this.

[@haseebmirza2901]

Great review. The Pro patch also adds edge blur and dynamic shadows, along with the increase in super sampling.

[@86themadhatter27]

I can see lots of nervous friends and relatives in that shark cage over the christmas for a lot of PSVR2 owners

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Exactly

[@frozenninja4030]

I'm glad I waited until now to get a PSVR2. I feel like I am stepping into a full fledged ecosystem rather than a beta period with little to do. This headset and VR in general is really primed for an explosion.

[@GAMERTAGVR]

It’s a good time to

[@movieshorttalks7963]

The PSVR2 has been releasing bangers latley…this game really shows off how good the PSVR2 really is.

[@Ninjai1971]

I'm owning it for PC already, but if there's a price drop in future for this version, I will buy it again, just to support the dev of this gem of a VR experience!!!

[@lobster71]

I tried the demo the other night ,absolutely lovely looking game ,probably one of the best looking games I’ve ever played and in VR too

[@dreamingorca]

Absolutely LOVED all your Subnautica and Below Zero videos back in the day, but if you really want the bejeesus scared out of you- I'd get your hands on "Subside" that's just launched on PSVR2 on PS5-OMG it is insane!! I'm an experienced Rescue Diver and Underwater Cameraman and this VR game has completely nailed the realism of actual diving. Even in the first shallow tutorial area I could imagine people with Thalassaphobia being absolutely driven mental by the realism. After an hour of exploring, I took off the headset and actually felt as if I'd been diving. I'm looking forward to exploring the levels with deep ocean and encouters with great white sharks and humpbacked whales.

[@ste9474]

PSVR2 is knocking it out of the park recently 2025 is going to be insane for PSVR2/PS5 Pro

[@stefandinu6389]

How is psvr2 knocking it our ofnthe park? If they made more exclusives then yes. But as it stands it looks like sony is just relying on other devs to port their games wich always come later on psvr2.

[@NintenPizza]

@@stefandinu6389 If it had the exact same pancake lenses & Dual LCD Display(s) as Quest 3 i'd be all over PSVR2 specifically or VR gaming. But as is, i think I'm going to sell mine after I play through Alien Rogue Incursion. I barely use the thing anymore. It feels like it's 1-2 generations behind Q3. If PSVR2 gets a headset revision, and use the Q3 as a template and BEST it, i'll be there day one. As is, I'm over it's terrible fresnel lenses. :P And if the next Resident Evil 9(Or Remake) doesn't support PSVR2, than that, right there is the ultimate nail in the coffin. We're not even getting Astro Bot: Rescue Mission for crying out loud.

[@UmbraRacing]

​​@@NintenPizza Yes... A headset that outputs better visuals and performance than the Quest 3, with OLED and HDR, along with amazing detailed haptics and adaptive triggers, headset haptics which the quest can't do, as well as dynamic foveated rendering, feels like "1-2 generations behind"... Keep being a fanboy. I'm sure Zuckerberg will give you a cookie one day ;) I hope they never use Q3 as a base, because Sony knows what they're doing when it comes to VR immersion and performance.

[@Taijifufu]

I hate to say it but, will it really? Sony pulled back development. I don't know how many quality PS5 VR games are ongoing that we'll see in the future.

[@Dun4nlol]

​And whats the problem​@@stefandinu6389? PSVR2 still gets brilliant games and in a far superior technical state than on a Quest 3, and almost on par with great PCs. Who cares if they release a bit later sometimes? Sony will also surely deliver at least 2/3 big games of their own and in the meantime they bring stuff like Hitman WOA, Aces of Thunder, the midnight walk, etc.. Pretty certain we will also get RE9, Ace Combat 9 and other goodies from top devs. VR is still very niche, we cant expect to have 10 first party games every year, they dont even do that on PS5. PSVR2 is fine and 2025 is already shaping up to be a good year imo. Have fun anyway, VR is amazing, no matter the headset. (Sony could do better still, I definitely agree, like at least do some ports of their PSVR1 games)

[@techinfusions]

When new VR technology is introduced especially a headset with eye tracked DFR technology, its always going to take a while before developers truly get the best out of the technology, in February 2023 No Mans Sky on PSVR2 looked pretty bad, but the developers spent 6 months optimising the game to utilise DFR technology and transformed the game into the definitive VR version, Subside just confirms that the PSVR2 is actually a serious PCVR competitor, and when you add in the fact that the PSVR2 is now fully PCVR compatible, I think the PSVR2 is the go to VR headset for 2025.

[@hussainchoudhury8846]

I was stunned at the visual clarity in the demo. Literally wow. Is this just devs getting better with the tech or is this guy just a magician!? Can’t wait for the full game :)

[@NintenPizza]

If the PSVR2 had pancake lenses, the clarity jump would of been BIG. As is, it's fine....Everything as expected as a slight soft veil-like coating over the clarity, like with all PSVR2 games. It's just the limitations of fresnel lenses. Once you experience Pancake, it becomes pretty apparent going back to fresnel. Which is why Subside should look better on PC with a Quest 3. BUT, i've heard that it introduces image compression, even if it's plugged in with a cable.

[@MarkPoppinPringlesleaf]

This is a must buy for me.

[@deadringer28]

The demo is absolutely stunning and I can not wait to get the full game and showcase it on Christmas day to family.

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Ahhh man that will be so cool. Plus when you unlock the shark tank it’ll be a little bit like PSVR worlds all over again

[@Mike0193Azul]

It's a must buy. The swimming feels so real

[@dinkomalinko8585]

Looks nice, love to see Subnautica ported to psvr2

[@stefandinu6389]

That would actually be insane.

[@DaveyFantom]

Awh, man... That Ps1 manta ray music really unlocked some memories.

[@GAMERTAGVR]

It does for me everytime.

[@LarsAgerbk]

I tired PSVR 1 game VR Worlds - Ocean Descent with the shark cage. I was terrified. Can't imagine how much the graphics have improved since then.

[@owensparks5013]

Looks like a great "stick it on for someone who's not tried vr yet" kinda thing. We've missed that on PSVR2, yet the first one had an included free set of them!

[@ledzeprulz]

I LOVE that you included the Manta Ray soundtrack from the original tech demo. Such a great throwback 👌

[@kasterixprime]

That call back to the manta ray on PS1 was wild, I'd completely forgotten about that until now. Additionally, thanks for making me feel old.

[@carpetfluff35]

The main difference on the Pro aside from the slight res bump is objects casting shadows that don't on the standard version, but it's not going to impact users overall.

[@Rando-s7t]

Looking forward to this. Underwater is very atmospheric, and I had a jaw-dropping experience the first time I tried PSVR1 with the Shark Dive experience. Sometimes its just cool to experience something realistic when you would never get an opportunity to do it in real life.

[@ElephantTrap]

How many levels are there? Ooh alien embargo lifts tomorrow? That could be a good sign 👍

[@GAMERTAGVR]

I think there’s 5 levels and 3 bonus unlocks experiences

[@ibrahimEhan786]

Definitely playing this on PSVR2

[@KeiBrightwing]

This looks gorgeous!

[@GAMERTAGVR]

It really is

[@DarkVRKnight]

Yeah I love this game on PCVR. I could imagine playing it on a psvr2 with that OLED screen. It's probably glorious. I need to get one already😂

[@GAMERTAGVR]

It’s actually fantastic. The cost of a PCVR versus PS5+PSVR2 with games like this almost make the system a no brainer. It’s a shame more devs don’t push the headset like this and other flagship titles do

[@deadringer28]

@@GAMERTAGVR I have a feeling that moving forward, developers are going to have to push the limits of the PSVR2, or their game will not be received well by the community. Push the graphics, trigger haptics, and headset haptics along with eye tracking. The other big thing is native 90 vs 60 reprojected to 120. This is something my eyes can't see and it sounds like I am better off for it.

[@NintenPizza]

Don't get me wrong, the deep blacks of PSVR2's OLED display are really nice. But PSVR2's fresnel lenses cannot compete whatsoever with the Q3's pancake in the image clarity department, nor motion clarity. It's night and day. Subside demo didn't impress me all that much, plus it gave me a bit of motion sickness unlike Ocean Rift for stand alone Q3.

[@DarkVRKnight]

@NintenPizza I forgot it has those lenses. Ok then yeah PCVR combined with a quest 3 is good then.

[@maymayman0]

Just get a pcvr with OLED.... I have a shit headset (Samsung odyssey) and even it has oled

[@StockiVR]

Oh man, I really like the music from the PS1 Manta Ray demo, very good choice. It brings back a lot of memories.

[@VirtuallyRealASMR]

Thanks, look forward to your Incursion review!

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Coming later today

[@GTGameNerd]

It needs variety. Diving in an artificial polished sea is okay but I would like to see something like swimming under the bridge or in Amazonas. That would be terrific

[@TheGuitarnob]

broo that music is from the Tyrannosaurus Rex and stingray demo for the PSX1

[@gazmach1685]

Looking forward to the 20th. Great review 🤙🏻

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Thank you

[@AmigaVR]

The demo for playstation wowed me so this will be a must buy for me🤘🏻

[@GAMERTAGVR]

You know it it Amiga Bro

[@AmigaVR]

@GAMERTAGVR I love sharks but very much afraid of them🤘🏻😅

[@rockowilson2320]

This game is absolutely stunning. The most immersive experience I've had on the PSVR 2 thus far. All made by a single developer. This game will really test your nerves if you have a fear of being in open water. 🦈

[@jayjohnson8430]

I’m really enjoying this newfound enthusiasm for PSVR2.

[@HappyConsoleGamer]

Looks great!

[@dustdeviluk]

Subside is awesome! Just played the demo on PSVR2. It looks and plays so much better than on my PC. Can't wait to play the full game. With this and Alien, PSVR2 is smashing it this week!

[@josh.lo8572]

Hands down this time i have it on psvr2 i usually complain but this time im very happy, no mura great realistic grafics and sounds... omg the sounds!!! im in tears for the work and love they put on this 😭 i care to this game like gt7 and so, i hope they still working on this to improve it i don't care if i have to pay for extra, the downside is the hands are not natural for example when grabbing things or tounching rocks and fish it also have problems on grabbing to tell the truth.. and the sand have no motion effects 9/10 for me a must have ❤

[@gavinarmstrong7248]

Been looking forward to this! See it's available this Friday 20th Dec but no price on the store yet. Does it play well in sitting play style?

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Yeah it’s fine seated. I’ll find out the price now! Edit: and hello Gav

[@UGOPLAYGAME]

You're absolutely right, I just finished the game and I have to say it's an incredible experience I've never seen graphics like this apart from the matter 2 But here it's still slightly sharper, I hope they make DLCs with new areas to explore... Guys this game is a dream👍👏👏

[@ILoveUEVR]

How does it compare to high end PC VR? I understand there's not much difference between PS5 and PS5 PRO. Can the frame rate go above native 90 on PC VR for example?

[@Dennis-ej2wo]

I tried the demo but it made me nauseous. Can you use the flippers from the start or do you need to buy them later? I think I will use teleport then first, to avoid the nausea. The graphics are amazing. Why do others games from larger studios look way worse (for example Metro Awakenings)?

[@GAMERTAGVR]

You need to buy them and ‘swim turning’ is on by default so it might be worth turning that off too

[@MRASTONVILLA55]

Can you play this on meta quest 3

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Unfortunately not

[@NintenPizza]

Interesting. Sucks to hear that the PS5 Pro's increase in clarity & dynamic shadows barely make a difference. I guess you'd need to do quick side by sides of the exact same section to get a better idea.

[@SjaakSchulteis]

Is this now a video only for PSVR owners who didn't know about this game? I have played a demo of it a few months ago and forgot about it. Intrigued by the late videos about it I checked it out on Steam and saw also that there is this demo. I played at least half an hour. It is so realistic with while swimming and picking up coins. I like it.

[@brettlowenthal9989]

I have the Demo and it looks amazing, I cant wait to get the full game on PSVR2 this week!!

[@vincevirtua]

Never sure how many PSVR2 owners watch, but you have a usage poll from 3 or 4 months back? It says 40% PSVR2 and 41% Quest. Not counting overlap between both. Pretty high up there I’d say!

[@Deam2002]

Better on PC 3080 or PS5 Pro?

[@GAMERTAGVR]

I’m on a 3080ti and I would say the pro is on par with what I experienced on PSVR2. Didn’t really notice much difference between Pro and Base

[@pdeb2473]

I tried the demo, but for me it unfortunately doesn't work, I get motion sickness. I have the same with flying games. Normally I don't get motion sickness with VR when playing something were I walk or even drive. I do agree that psvr2 is on a way up! I hear a lot of positive things and new people coming in. Good for VR!

[@PrenticeSummerscales]

It's hard for some to keep their stomach contents inside playing Subside.

[@ronm6585]

Looks good GT. Thanks.

[@dustinmj29]

Might even be good therapy for someone [me] who's afraid of tight spaces to face my fears of being underwater and having to swim through tight spaces like that.

[@bazingo99]

I immediately got so dizzy in the demo and to stop. Are there certain settings you’d recommend?

[@GAMERTAGVR]

🤔 I would try moving your body or snap. Also turn off swim turn so you only turn if you use the joysticks

[@bazingo99]

@ Thanks! Looking forward to trying again - this looks so amazing and has been one of my most anticipated games.

[@bazingo99]

Turning swim turn off and smooth turn off made such a difference! No nausea or dizziness at all! 😍

[@Atum1c]

Happy days

[@beakmantopace_Official]

⚡️👌👍 great Review Gamertag ✌️😎

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Cheers dude

[@lowrider2756]

How is the psvr2 version compared to pcvr? Are there any haptics?

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Very light headset haptics and PSVR2 & PCVR are equally incredible

[@lowrider2756]

@ Ok cool, thank you.

[@randomedits4172]

Is their scary moments or is it more relaxing?

[@GAMERTAGVR]

No scary moments. There is some big fish and obviously there the shark and whales but there is no scary parts

[@randomedits4172]

@GAMERTAGVR part of me is happy about that but part of me wants those thalassophobia vibes 😅

[@randomedits4172]

Random question also but don't suppose you know if saints and sinners part 2 is more stable on psvr2 compared to quest? That's what I've been hearing but wasn't sure

[@dennisrogers6786]

How the bloody hell you open the crates? Have tge key in the lock, but won't open the chest. Grabbing handle won't open it. Pissing me off.

[@dennisrogers6786]

Think it's level 3, have the key in the crate and won't open, the others have been able to

[@MegaAziz12]

I played the demo on psvr2 and own the game on pc. The game imo looks better on the psvr 2. Colors and brightness make a big difference for me. This makes me realize that reprojection is the psvr 2 biggest issue. It even makes the Mura more noticeable.

[@Gaming-Legends007]

Sort and sweet …..sold👍

[@Yggdrasil42]

As a cave diver I can't wait to try this. Want to see how close they got to the real thing.

[@BrokenOpus]

Fine to play standing, or does it suit a more seated style?

[@timothylewis2527]

I played seated the whole time but if cool either way.

[@vidaloka-tambem-ama]

Amigo como desbloquear a fase dos tubarões

[@neilsimpson3890]

Struggling with vr sickness with this game but loving g it so far

[@adityapatil2405]

Use a fan sir!

[@niketariq]

Is this available on pc vr too?

[@bestistmate]

yes

[@j.d.c.777]

those graphics are insane for VR

[@monkeyswift100]

You remember that sound on sonic the hedgehog when you were about to drown.... Is that in it?

[@PS5ProRob]

What the hell!? This looks photorealistic!

[@iwantalot]

What an astonishing vr game. Game of the year for me hope creator makes more paid dlc as this is too good not to add more environments to.

[@jerryr458]

what's your score?

[@jaykenobi_yt5245]

How long did i must play to unloking the shark cage ? Why its not playable without unlocking ?

[@timothylewis2527]

You have to find a couple of toys to unlock it. It doesn't take long. Unfortunately, at least to me, it's the most disappointing content. Video creator seems to love it, though.

[@jaykenobi_yt5245]

@timothylewis2527 i really cant find the last to sharks items i still found 2 but i need 4

[@michellebailey4471]

I really want to play it, but probably can't handle the claustrophobic feeling and running out of air.

[@niketariq]

Whats the name of this game?

[@dennisrogers6786]

It the clearest game ever on PSVR2

[@Josephtimeisallwegot]

ps store says not for sale

[@GAMERTAGVR]

It’s coming on the 20th. I pinned the price to the comments

[@MrGamecatCanaveral]

Why when I played the demo, I was holding my breath?! Lol

[@GAMERTAGVR]

I’m sure you’ve played Resident Evil 7 and there’s a part where you first enter the house and you go underneath the house and have water up to your neck. I had friend round and he was looking up to the ceiling gasping like a fish 😂

[@MixedCompany2020]

There's sumfin in da wah-uh! There's sumfin in da fookin' wah-uh!!!

[@nykz2358]

That made my JAW drop ehehehehehehehe

[@joepaolinelli7696]

Anyone else only listened to this video to avoid any visual spoilers. Only Special games get this treatment as you said.

[@Steviedan-ts5pz]

Wowww!!!

[@monkeyswift100]

Special isn't the word.... I've played 15 mins of the demo and I started holding my breath when I dived down... I honestly forgot I was in VR....

[@ChesterMeadows]

Looks great but I'm not buying a system with such poor support and going back to fresnels. Hopefully we'll get a psvr3 with the ps6 with smaller form factor and pancakes. Then I'll bite for sure. Good that it's getting some good games though.

[@TheSurfheart]

Jaw dropping because playing it puts me to sleep

[@markwilliamson3043]

actually, the negativity around psvr2 was the lack of first party titles. This is still an issue and hasn't changed

[@TheJamtarts1]

This is definitely not a game I want to play with a cable. Will check it out on PC.

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Have fun! It’s fantastic on PC

[@corywhite4374]

🗿

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Hell stranger

[@Thegooob95]

They need to add haptics. They said they didnt because the it would drain battery but I'd take the battery drain since i dont imagine this is a game you want to be in for several hours. Also, my experience with vr2 has been the worst of any product Ive ever purchased. I can not get a headset without stuck pixels. I've been through 10 "refurbished" units, which are honestly just units people returned for being faulty and sony is sending them out as refurbished but they arent. It's been a miserable experience.

[@jordangause6062]

Just tried the demo.. it looks f’n spectacular, but I’m about to puke 🤢

[@5BinacaSprays]

demo made me puke.

[@GAMERTAGVR]

Damn. Sorry to hear that. Visuals so realistic they made me puke!

[@Lahuppia_Noire]

Insane graphics on psvr2??? 😂 Oh wait! Mura effect come on 😂

[@bgreen999]

Man the movement in this game is terrible. My back is killing me. This is not relaxing at all