Sony will launch its official PSVR 2 PC Adapter today, opening its VR headset up to a whole host of new experiences across Valve’s Steam VR platform. You’ll need more than the actual device to get your headset up and running, though. From DisplayPort cables to Bluetooth adapters, things are a little more complicated than the plug and play experience we were hoping for from one of the best PS5 accessories on the market.
In short, you’ll need to make sure you’ve got a DisplayPort 1.4 cable handy (Sony doesn’t supply this in the box), a PC or laptop meeting the minimum recommended specs, and a Bluetooth adapter that’s actually going to run with the PSVR 2 ’s controllers. For some reason, Sony’s Bluetooth difficulties (see PlayStation Portal for more woes) continue even with one of the best VR headsets - so this is a particular sticking point at the moment.
We're rounding up everything you'll need to get up and running with the PSVR 2 PC adapter just below. 1. PSVR 2 PC adapter Of course, before you go any further you’ll need to pick up the actual adapter.
Sony’s PSVR 2 PC Adapter will be available from a range of retailers at a $59.99 / £49.99 price point.
2. The right PC You’ll need a relatively recent gaming PC or gaming laptop to run the PSVR 2 via the official adapter. Sony outlined its base recommendations in a recent blog post .
Sony’s minimum recommended specs are conservative, with the Intel Core i5-7600 / Ryzen 3 3100 CPU and GTX 1650 / Radeon R.