Have you ever wondered what it’s like to play a virtual reality game? Or do you want to play exhilarating games on the PlayStation 5 and learn tips to make the most of the console from an expert from Sony? Join us from August 18th to September 24th at one of our PS VR2 and PS5 in-store demos and experience cutting-edge technology firsthand. Book your slot today so you don’t miss out on this incredible experience.
Embrace the future of play with PS VR 2 and PS5
Take your gaming experience to the next level and get transported to new dimensions with the latest gaming technology. At our in-store demos, you’ll have the opportunity to play Gran Turismo 7, Horizon Call of the Mountain, or Beat Saber on the PS VR2 and the PS5 so you can experience state-of-the-art technology for yourself. Do you have any questions about the consoles? A Sony expert will be there to assist you and guide you so you can use the tech to its fullest potential to beat your opponents.
How to participate
Multiple stores across Canada will be holding demos from August 18th to September 24th Friday through Sunday. Take a look at the list of participating stores below, select a store near you, and sign up for a demo slot at the time that works best for you! The demo will last 20 minutes per customer. Make sure to also check out the frequently asked questions below to prepare for the event.
Participating stores
| PROVINCE | CITY | LOCATION | Sign up link |
| AB | Calgary | Deerfoot Meadows | Register |
| Sunridge Mall | Register | ||
| Edmonton | West Point Centre | Register | |
| BC | Langley | 200th St. & 66th Ave. | Register |
| Richmond | Landsdowne Centre | Register | |
| West Vancouver | Park Royal | Register | |
| ON | Brampton | Bramalea City Centre | Register |
| Burlington | 1200 Brant St | Register | |
| Etobicoke | Sherway | Register | |
| Oakville | Winston Park | Register | |
| Ottawa | Coventry Road | Register | |
| Nepean | Register | ||
| Toronto | Bay and Dundas | Register | |
| Leaside East York | Register | ||
| Qc | Laval | Centre Laval | Register |
Demo schedule
As mentioned above, each demo will take approximately 20 minutes. To participate you must register on the website using the appropriate link above. These are the times when the in-store PlayStation demos sessions will be scheduled between August 18th to September 24th.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- When can I demo the PS VR2? Reserve your demo experience by selecting a store location, date and time that works for you between August 18th and September 24th on Friday through Sunday.
- Are the PlayStation VR2 demos free? Yes, PlayStation VR2 demos are free and only available for a short period of time. Try one at select Best Buy stores now!
- How many people can sign up for a single time slot? Only 1 person can register and experience the demo per 20-minute time slot.
- What if I am late or cannot make my reservation? Each demo is allotted 20 minutes; there is a 5-minute grace period for late arrivals to your scheduled demo. Anyone arriving later than 5 minutes will forfeit their reservation.
- Can I participate in a demo without a reservation? Subject to availability, walk-ins will be permitted if there is a vacant timeslot. Please see the PlayStation Rep in-store for more information.
- Can I reserve for the event while in-store? Yes, a reservation can be made while in-store by visiting the Eventbrite website. Should you require assistance creating a reservation, please visit the PlayStation representative while in-store.
- How long are the demos? The demo will last 20 minutes which includes check-in and setup.
- What games are available to demo? Games available for the demo are Gran Turismo 7, Horizon Call of the Mountain & Beat Saber.
- Do you have to be a certain age to participate in the demo? Yes, the participants must be 12 years or older to demo.
- What are the health and safety guidelines? If you are susceptible to motion sickness, please advise the attendant before participating. If you experience any motion sickness, nausea, disorientation, blurred vision, or other discomfort during the demo, stop playing immediately, raise your hand and close your eyes to alert the attendant.
- Who should not participate in the PS VR2 demo experience? Anyone under the age of 12, anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and anyone who is feeling unwell or has an impaired sense of balance.
Are you planning to attend one of the PlayStation demos at a Best Buy store near you? Tell us in the comments below what you are hoping to learn or get out of this amazing experience?
I would ask if I could give some recommendations of games I’d like to see and innovative features to interact with the games on the PS VR2.
The question I would ask is what games are appropriate for the seniors in my life as I would like to get them to be more active.
Is VR for everyone? If I like regular gaming will I love VR?
How can I minimize any motion sickness that I might get from VR?
how long could you pause the game for
I would be asking questions around vertigo and migraines – I love VR but it’s definitely a trigger!
A question that I would ask would be how long could you save or pause the game for?
Will this make me nauseous???
A question that I would ask would be how long could you pause the game for. or save the game?
The question I would ask is what games are appropriate for the seniors in my life as I would like to get them to be more active.
can those that can’t make it be able to see all the info online with the demos?
Advice on how to avoid motion sickness while wearing the VR set.
I would ask how long the typical play session is, what is recommended for maximum play time at once?
is there an age limit on VR playing?
Are there on line demos for people who can’t attend?
I would ask if there is a time limit on how long you should be playing for ?
I would ask what, if any are the health issues with playing an RV game
How can I minimize any nausea that I might get from VR?
What’s are the most defining features of the PS VR2?
I would ask how to avoid getting motion sickness while playing
I wear glasses, any issues using the headset?
I wear glasses, any issues using the headset?
I wear glasses, any issues using the headset?
I would ask if there is a time limit on how long you should be playing for ?
What’s are the most defining features of the PS VR2?
IN a DeMo session I would ask if this reaLIty is better than reaLIty AND in what way M
I would ask what health problems should preclude someone from playing VR games.
what upcoming games will be released?
I would ask what, if any are the health issues with playing an RV game
I’d ask what the best games for fitness would be.
My question would be how long could you pause the game for. or save the game?
I would ask why there isn’t a demo in Manitoba
If I were attending a PlayStation 5 Virtual Reality demo session, my first question would likely be: “What are the standout features or experiences that differentiate the PlayStation 5 VR from its predecessor and other VR platforms?” This would help me understand the unique aspects and advancements of the technology, setting the stage for an exciting and informed demo experience.
If I were able to attend one of these demo sessions, I would definitely ask how to put on the headset properly as that is what’s going to determine the quality of the image I’m seeing the most.
I’d ask about the differences between VR and AR
I’d ask what the best games for someone who wants to lose weight would be!
How to avoid getting motion sickness while playing.
Will there ever be a set up or system to be able to switch from VR to AR
I would ask what the best game is in their opinion for me to try.
I’d ask if there is a maximum time allotment that they recommend when playing, or can you just play for hours.
If people are sharing the headset, does it need recalibrating every time?
My biggest question is relating to vertigo and if there is a way my mom with vertigo could still play
How long will the session be?
Are there on line demos for people who can’t attend?
my question would be “Can we come and attend the Demo without having a reso?”
thx
How does this set compare to or betters other VR Oculus head sets?
what older games will be available to be ported into VR
I wear glasses, any issues using the headset?
My eyes are super bad-I’ve had glasses since I was 10 years old. How will I see? Will I get motion sick?
I would ask what the major differences are between the first gen and second gen headsets.
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