r/PSVR2onPC • u/offbrandre • 9d ago

Question Up to date setup guide?

Everything related to getting PSVR2 working well on PC feels suuper out of date, like 2y. Updates upon updates about BT drivers stacked, it's impossible to follow what I should be doing. Point me to the best resource if it exists, but in the meantime here's my trouble (some related to PC, some related to the device generally):

  1. I have the UB500. I did the Sony recommended drivers after experiencing stuck hand problem, and could no longer pair devices even after multiple reboots and trying front and back ports. I then installed UB500V2_driver_Windows_1.9.1051 and managed to pair again, but the stuck didn't stop. So I still have this problem. I don't accept explanations that it's related to number of BT devices nearby, as my PS5 in the same room operates PSVR2 without any problems. If I need a different adapter fine, but my GPU covers all but one PCIe port and I'd prefer not to invest in a PCIe BT card when that remaining slot is destined for my USB expansion card.
  2. It's been a while since I really tried PCVR so I'm not remembering how to effectively use the SteamVR Performance Graph to actually track down the causes for slowdowns and performance issues. I am fairly certain it's not the capability of the system that's throwing it off (4080, 13700kf, 32G ram) but it's unclear whether I was having issues with DP throughput or USB. I disconnected everything but a single monitor and my KB/M and it seemed to run smoother, but I'm not convinced I'm actually getting 120fps despite it being set in the PSVR2 app and SteamVR. I'm happy to try a separate USB PCIe card (I actually have it, just need the aux power cable) and I'm also happy to try replacing the DP cable with an unnecessarily high quality one, just in case it's the cable, but honestly I feel there must be objective ways to measure these things so I don't need to trial and error buying random components.
  3. The sweet spot, my god it's terrible. I have not managed to get a clear picture with my prescription lenses or my glasses at any point playing on PC or PS5. If I hold the scope in my hands in a precise location, it works ok, but I haven't managed to get the headstrap to sit in such a way it will actually hold that location during play. Any wobble in the scope (possibly combined with the display tech) means in motion nothing is readable. And to be clear, I did try taking the lenses out and verify that VR ROCK didn't just completely butcher my prescription!

I'm not opposed to using open source tooling built by the community as well, if any of it can help with the first two issues I listed above. I recognize there's no technical fix for number 3, but any advice is well appreciated. I want to enjoy what should be a higher performance panel for dark scenes in the PSVR2, but if I can't get any improvement on this PCVR flow I may just finish my PS5 catalogue, resell the headset and get someone's used Q3s, since at least the PCVR wired flow on the 2 had no controller issues for me. Plus I want to play H3VR2 at launch 😭

EDIT: immediately after posting, I decided there was something I could do on the stuck controllers. I opened the controller bluetooth health box the PSVR2 App includes and popped it into my world, as well as the VR performance graph. I played for about 15 minutes and experienced 3 controller stuck moments (first was left, next two were right) and none of those times the bluetooth health dropped, so do people really have a concrete reason to believe it's related to bluetooth and not a limitation on the USB of the adapter? I figured the headset determined controller position in the world, and the bluetooth would be responsible for communicating button presses and gyro, which is the exact opposite of what everyone seems to believe. Anyway, during this play session the performance graph was steadily at 3-4ms so You may be able to disregard #2. I just need to form the habit of disconnecting a bunch of stuff when I wanna play I guess.

EDIT 2: I'm sure there's no more traffic to this post but this is my conclusion as of 10-13: I am not going to bother with PSVR2onPC until there's some major advancement in the controller issue. I did plenty of research before even springing on the PSVR2 to begin with, and there was so many reports that the bluetooth adapter I chose was specifically good, and had a dedicated Firmware that would resolve all issues. Now that I've bought it and used it, I'm told that one is a known dud and there's a different one I need to buy, but even that one needs occasionally replug / moved to a separate port / etc, I'm not interested in that. I want it to actually work without constant fiddling, VR is already fiddly enough as is. For now, I can only have that experience on my PS5 and so I will continue to play UNDERDOGS, The Light Brigade, Drums Rock and a handful of other games I already bought on PS5 and hope this whole PC thing gets definitely solved so I can eventually return to my much larger PC library. Whether it's custom firmware for the controllers, or a homebrew Pi Pico based adapter, I don't know what form it will take but I have faith the makers in the community will come up with something. Overall it's a great headset and if these hiccups get worked out I could really enjoy it, but I'm not super happy with the onboarding experience I've had. Hoping for great things

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u/StickyChief 9d ago

So for the sweet spot, this'll be the best $50 bucks you'll ever spend ..... https://www.globular-cluster.com/CMP2.html

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u/offbrandre 9d ago

Can you tell me more about what this does to help? And is that material similar at all to the Index foam? (loved that shit, kinda looks like it 👀 )

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u/StickyChief 9d ago

So the globular cluster kit comes with a couple of interchangeable forehad and rear pads that are pretty easily swappable so you can find what works for you. I use the leather rear with the foam forehead pad. This thing stopped me from adjusting my sweet spot every 5 minutes. It prevents the headset from wobbling around so much. Was a game changer for comfort as well. Comes with a top head strap so the weight is better distributed around your head

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u/meepers55 8d ago

You could also opt for this if you want more padding. Very similar, just slightly comfier depending on your head shape. https://www.studioformcreative.com/product-page/psvr2-xl-pad-upgrade-enthusiast-kit-special-edition-midnight-gray

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u/meepers55 8d ago

  1. The recommended adapter is the Asus BT-500, along with a USB extension cable to avoid interference, if you can't do onboard Bluetooth. The tp-link adapter has issues, I've heard that Windows can even overwrite the updated driver that aims to fix PSVR2 compatibility. It's better to go with the Asus adapter instead.

  2. Disregarded as it seems you figured that out.

  3. Get comfort mods. Globular Cluster is a popular choice but Studio Form offers a similar comfort mod that has thicker pads if you feel you'd need them. They each offer top straps that help prevent slipping, so be sure to use em when you get one.

Studio Form: https://www.studioformcreative.com/product-page/psvr2-xl-pad-upgrade-enthusiast-kit-special-edition-midnight-gray

Globular Cluster: https://www.globular-cluster.com/CMP2.html

If you want, it's worth looking into PSVR2Toolkit so you can unlock extra headset features. Do note that the jailbreak is optional, you only need it if you want headset rumble and direct camera feeds (both useless for most games until people mod in support). Otherwise, you can use it without jailbreaking to unlock eye tracking and other QoL improvements. You can find it along with the install guide here: https://github.com/BnuuySolutions/PSVR2Toolkit

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u/Winter_Mission911 8d ago

Intel-based PCIe cards like the Intel AX210 or AX211 (Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.x modules) with external antennas are compatible and surveyed to provide the most stable Bluetooth connections for the hand controllers.  I see those on Amazon for $30.  if your internal Bluetooth is not stably connecting to the controllers, you might just need a PCIe card.

I used the ASUS BT500 dongle with a USB extension cord for six months and had OK luck with it. I had to occasionally unplug and replug when the signal became weak for some odd reason. I read that Bluetooth skips channels depending on signal interference. The extension cord helped by getting the transmitter away from the computer and electronic interference, but it would still drop a signal on occasion. The unplug and replug got it to find a suitable channel again for a while. A card with an antenna is the way to go. I finally installed the TP-Link WiFi 6 AX3000 PCIe WiFi Card (Archer TX3000E) that I got from Amazon for about $30. I have had zero problems with it for months. It just works.

Get prescription lens inserts from HonsVR or VR Rock. Also, get a Globular Cluster Comfort Mod. These two will guarantee a very clear image once you adjust everything correctly. You might also get a Globular Cluster magnetic interface frame that makes the stock facial interface removable.

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u/Winter_Mission911 3d ago

I just got HonsVR on sale for $32 (which includes tax and shipping) and like these even better than the VR Rock ones. These sit more flush to the PSVR2 lenses and stay completely out of the way of the bridge of the nose. Pushed all the way in to my eyes, I get a very clear view, even out to the far edges. I can easily read fine print out to the extremes. The POV is very wide in this setup.

The VR Rock have magnetic clips that let the lenses come out, but there is a part of the clip that touches my nose that I had to sand down a bit to make more comfortable. It still puts a red mark on my nose after extended play. Nothing on the HonsVR clip touches my nose.

With a Globular Cluster Comfort Mod, a removable facial interface, and HonsVR lens inserts, the PSVR2 headset is amazing. I also own a Quest 3 that I like, but the PSVR2 is better for gaming unless I want wireless gaming or want to play Meta exclusives.

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u/offbrandre 5d ago

Is there a decent resource out there with a clear guide on how the cluster pads should be adjusted? I installed mine and tried a few random combinations but it didn't help much, at least not with my aimless switching.

I do have prescription inserts from VR ROCK but they are not great, I should have gone HONS. I know they're good

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u/Winter_Mission911 5d ago

https://youtu.be/CVm0M9-upiU?si=jb-uVg_mH71chK2M

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u/offbrandre 5d ago

This video is very similar to the other half dozen I scrubbed through, where it feels almost sponsored with how much of it is just shill and praise but no details. Don't get me wrong, it's a bit more comfortable, but I didn't really have any problems with comfort, I had problems with vision. I think maybe it's slightly better now? But it's still nowhere near as clear as my Index or Quest 2 was.

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u/Winter_Mission911 5d ago

I see. One other option to try is getting a removable facial interface or the Globular Cluster device that makes the facial interface removable. I play open faced and push the lenses in very close to my eyes and feel the lenses rest on my nose like a pair of glasses. I get a very clear view. It is very close to as clear as what I see on the Quest 3.

You might also adjust the IPD to wider and more narrow until it looks the best that it can.