Sony’s PlayStation VR 2 (PSVR 2) is set to become compatible with PC gaming rigs via an adapter, allowing players to experience SteamVR games on a high-resolution OLED display with a wide 110-degree field of view. This adapter will be available from August and will support features like 4K resolution, foveated rendering, and IPD adjustment. However, some features such as headset feedback, eye tracking, and finger touch detection on the Sense controllers will not work on PCs, and the PSVR 2 won’t support HDR.
Comparing the PSVR 2 to other VR headsets, the Meta Quest 3 is a versatile option that doesn’t require an adapter for PC use and offers wireless mobility. While the PSVR 2 does have an advantage in graphical power, the Meta Quest 3’s larger selection of games and self-sufficient design make it a more appealing choice for many PC gamers. The PSVR 2’s success on the SteamVR platform could potentially rejuvenate Sony’s interest in the headset.
The process for connecting the PSVR 2 PC adapter to a gaming PC is straightforward, involving a USB connection and a DisplayPort 1.4 cable from a GPU. The Sense controllers will likely work wirelessly, though details are still unclear. To use the PSVR 2 with a PC, gamers will need a Windows 10 or 11 64-bit operating system, an Intel Core i5-7600 or AMD Ryzen 3 3100 CPU, 8GB or more RAM, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 or later GPU, and a DisplayPort 1.4 port.
The PSVR 2’s PC adapter will support SteamVR, allowing it to play games like Half-Life: Alyx, which weren’t previously playable on the PSVR 2. However, it won’t help bring exclusive PlayStation titles like Gran Turismo 7 to the PC. Sony’s recent rumored cuts to its VR development team have caused concern among PSVR 2 owners, but the new PC adapter could help revive interest in the headset.
Some gamers are hesitant to purchase the PSVR 2 due to missing features like HDR and eye tracking on PCs. The lack of these features may make the experience less immersive. Nevertheless, the PSVR 2’s high-resolution OLED display and potential for future updates could make it an attractive option for PC gamers looking to try out virtual reality.
