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Sony Unveils PlayStation VR2 PC Adapter: Release Date & Price Confirmed

Jonathan Wong

Jonathan Wong

03 Jun 2024

The PlayStation VR2 has confirmed the release date and price of the PC adapter.

A PlayStation VR2 PC adapter will be available for purchase beginning on August 7th, according to an official announcement made by Sony. The adaptor will cost $59.99. This release represents a significant step in Sony's efforts to expand the capabilities of the PlayStation VR2 beyond those of the PlayStation 5.

The PlayStation VR2 is Sony's virtual reality headset of the next generation, and it was built specifically for the PlayStation 5 gaming machine. These are just some of the important enhancements it offers over its predecessor. The Virtual Reality 2 (VR2) is equipped with inside-out tracking, which means that it makes use of built-in cameras to monitor the motions of the user without the need for additional sensors. The PlayStation VR2 will be made available for use on personal computers, as Sony has confirmed, and earlier rumors suggested that a PlayStation VR2 PC adapter will be released in the near future.

On a personal computer, the PlayStation VR2 can be easily installed and configured. To begin, users must first connect the virtual reality headset to their personal computer by means of a DisplayPort 1.4 connection and the PS VR2 PC adapter. Next, they must download the SteamVR App and the PlayStation VR2 App from the Steam website. The configuration of this system enables the customization of parameters as well as the acquisition of free virtual reality games for use with SteamVR. PC users will not be able to access certain features that were developed exclusively for the PlayStation 5.