Can I Use PS VR Without a TV?
The short answer is that you can, and you don’t need to do anything different to get the peripheral hooked up; you’ll just skip a single cable connection. Here’s what to do.
What Do I Need for PlayStation VR?
While a TV isn’t necessary to use Sony’s virtual reality system, you need a few other things.
CUH-VR1: Slide the right side of the processor unit back to reveal the ports, connect the cables, and then slide the compartment forward again. Connect the other end of the cable to the one coming off of the headset.CUH-VR2: Plug the cables from the headset into the ports on the front of the Processor Unit.
First, you’ll need a PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 console (with the camera adapter for the PS5) to connect it to. Unlike some standalone VR systems like the Oculus Go, PS VR needs an external system to handle graphics and processing. If your VR set doesn’t come with Move motion controllers, you’ll also need a set of those to play some (but not all) compatible games. Some titles only need the standard DualShock 4 or DualSense controllers that came with the consoles, and the camera uses the lights they emit to detect motion. You don’t need optional accessories like the PlayStation Move Sharp Shooter, which is plastic housing for the controllers that make you feel like you’re holding a gun. Those can be good for immersion, but they aren’t necessary for games to work. As far as a room goes, you’ll need an open area with nothing you might trip over or hit while you’re playing. It can be easy to get turned around while you’re playing a VR game, so you want to set aside as much space as possible; ideally, you’ll have six feet on every side.
Do You Need a Good TV for VR?
Because the TV is ultimately optional for PS VR, the quality doesn’t matter. A good, large display will benefit you if you’re playing VR games with friends and want them to see what’s going on while you play. Otherwise, everything will be on the screen in the headset, which works whether a TV is connected or not.
