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[Loudninja]

Earlier this week at E3 we announced that PlayStation VR will officially launch in North America on October 13. But we know many of you have been asking – ‘When can I try PlayStation VR out and see some of the great games to come?’ Well, tomorrow and Saturday (June 17 and 18), we’re going to offer PS VR demos at more than 30 Best Buy and GameStop locations. Starting on June 24, that number will expand to about 300 locations across the US and Canada.

Click here to visit our website where you’ll be able to quickly and easily find locations where PS VR demos are available now and in the future. In addition to retail locations, you’ll also be able to see Road to Greatness tour locations where PS VR will be playable. Here are the cities where demos will be available tomorrow and Saturday:

Baltimore MD
Boston MA
Chicago IL
Cincinnati OH
Cleveland OH
Columbia SC
Columbus OH
Dallas TX
Denver CO
Detroit MI
Fayetteville AR
Ft. Lauderdale FL
Grand Rapids MI
Hartford CT
Houston TX
Los Angeles CA
Milwaukee WI
Minneapolis MN
New York NY
San Francisco CA
Tampa FL
Toledo OH
Washington D.C.
West Palm Beach FL

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2016...ng-to-retailers-nationwide-starting-tomorrow/

 

[Tagg9]

Looks like the link to all 300 locations is broken on the blog.

 

[Lambtron]

Looks like the link to all 300 locations is broken on the blog.

It looks like it's supposed to be directing to ExperiencePlaystation.com but that site is timing out when I try to go to it directly.

 

[Wollan]

Looks like the link to all 300 locations is broken on the blog.

300 empty demo sites tomorrow. You had one job blog editor.

 

[Erban1]

the list is working now, looks like i'll get to experience VR for the first time next week

 

[Fisty]

Heh nice, I can walk to the BB near me with PSVR tmrw. Didnt get to try EVE at PSX, I think ill give that one a shot

 

[Exploratory]

Definitely trying this out.

 

[The Elite]

I own a Rift, just had a chance to try a Vive and I will soon give PSVR a look as well. I already have one preordered and paid in full but I still want to try it out.

 

[Magicman103]

Woah, I'm genuinely surprised a Best Buy near me will have it next week.

Can't wait!

Everyone make sure to post your impressions. I'm willing to bet this will blow a few minds.

 

[Jotaka]

It looks like it's supposed to be directing to ExperiencePlaystation.com but that site is timing out when I try to go to it directly.

https://www.playstation.com/en-us/explore/playstation-vr/trial/

 

[Haloid1177]

Will be trying it out next Friday!

 

[kvn]

"Nationwide". Not in my nation.

 

[dallow_bg]

Quite a few more places and dates than I thought there'd be here in DFW area.
Makes it easier now.

 

[Cloud7]

Niceeee. The Sony E3 2016 Press Conference was the first time something actually convinced me to want to try VR. I can't wait.

 

[Bad_Boy]

Closest one to me is like an hour away.

Idk how i feel about putting something on my head a hundred other dudes try on. I'll wait for friday impressions to see if i want to make that road trip saturday.

 

[shadow2810]

0 demo location in GTA??? Are you even trying Sony?

Edit: Actually I think the search doesn't show any location in Canada lol

 

[Alexlf]

0 demo location in GTA??? Are you even trying Sony?

Edit: Actually I think the search doesn't show any location in Canada lol

Ya, I've poked around a few cities and have seen nothing. Guess we wait for a location list.

 

[Phu]

There's a surprising amount in my area.

 

[ZiggyPalffyLA]

For those of you who have experienced a VR demo before, how do they sanitize the headset between different people wearing it?

 

[5taquitos]

https://www.playstation.com/en-us/explore/playstation-vr/trial/

Sweet, I'll be trying it in July

 

[Kabuki Quantum Lover]

0 demo location in GTA??? Are you even trying Sony?

Edit: Actually I think the search doesn't show any location in Canada lol

The title and OP's post would indicate that Canada is coming a couple of weeks after.

 

[a916]

Good. It's really hard to get a feel for it by watching trailers.

Can't wait... however that $700CDN bundle, ouch.

 

[Jackbooted]

Be sure to bring some disinfecting wipes.

 

[Creaking]

Better get on it quick before the headsets get encrusted with all manner of foul and sticky things.

 

[Shanlei91]

Be sure to bring some disinfecting wipes.

Trying to decide if I should Purell the headset before use, Purell my head afterwards or both.

 

[GamingOblivion]

Not a single one in Washington? Not even in Seattle? Are you cereal?

 

[daveo42]

Gonna brave the unwashed masses tomorrow to go to the one in Cincy. Really hope I get a shot at checking some games out and bolster my need for picking a headset up come October.

 

[DOWN]

https://www.playstation.com/en-us/explore/playstation-vr/trial/

It's coming to three stores near me YAAASSSS

 

[Quonny]

Zero in Lafayette, Indiana and nothing close.

Seems kinda like a missed opportunity, as there's nothing between Indianapolis and Chicago.

Spoiler

fuck u sony

 

[Oni Jazar]

Quite a few around Fort Lauderdale.

 

[wesleyshark]

I don't even have a Playstation but I want to check this out!

Looks like 3 locations near me too.

 

[d9b]

Europe please!

 

[Obscuritas]

The title definitely needs the United States initials.

 

[KevMan1815]

Went to the website expecting to be disappointed. Put in my zip code and the Best Buy closest to me will have it starting June 24th. Very curious to check it out.

Edit: Is there an age recommendation for VR? Just curious if I should bring my son with me. He's only 5 though.

 

[coolasj19]

Get there early so you can get your fill before people start jamming their sweaty heads into those things. We all know how demo kiosks look after a month.

Be sure to bring some disinfecting wipes.

Better get on it quick before the headsets get encrusted with all manner of foul and sticky things.

Trying to decide if I should Purell the headset before use, Purell my head afterwards or both.

:lol

 

[timlot]

@ Gamestop hmm. Don't forget...

 

[d9b]

Get there early so you can get your fill before people start jamming their sweaty heads into those things. We all know how demo kiosks look after a month.

That'sNOTmyFetish.jpg

 

[googleplex]

No Phoenix....


;-(

 

[Samus4145]

BestBuy near me has it, but it will only be available between a set time on Friday and Saturday.

 

[Oozer3993]

The closest Best Buy to me will have it tomorrow. I was not expecting that. Looks like I'll be heading out of work a little early to try to beat the rush.

 

[dyergram]

In Naples Florida on holiday trying to device a sceme to trick my girlfriend into a 1.5 he drive lol.

 

[Vlaphor]

Nearest one to me is about 55 miles away...but it's near a bunch of stuff I love to do anyway, so I may check it out on Saturday

 

[Darryl M R]

You listed Washington DC but I do not see any DC location. .

 

[Sephzilla]

Of course Milwaukee gets it while the rest of Wisconsin gets shafted.

 

[KenzinFive]

They mention Ft. Lauderdale but there's a few locations in Miami-Dade as well, including some close to me!

Hopefully it isn't packed on Saturday...

 

[Zee-Row]

Tampa yes!

 

[SNIKT!]

Anyone else love the fact that the working titles for the ps4 upcoming hardware is/was project Neo and project Morpheus? I dig that. Neo the GOAT and Morpheus opens our minds to (virtual) reality.


....How high am I?

Yes.

 

[Blanquito]

Yessss, a location very near me. I'm going. All in.

 

[Sectorseven]

The time specific windows and dates makes me think there will be rep or store employee there to manage the demo and (hopefully) sanitize the unit.

 

[Dead Prince]

gross. it's at Gamestop for me here. which is like 10 minutes away.

6/25 Saturday: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
7/2 Saturday: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
7/9 Saturday: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM

Best Buy i would have been okay but GS? nah. i'll hold out.