The PSVR2 adapter is one of the most exciting things to happen to PC VR experiences in quite some time. But the launch has been stifled by availability issues, Bluetooth connectivity issues and some being disappointed at missing features like Sony’s Adaptive triggers. This last issue has been resolved, not by Sony buy by a 3rd-party provider I know well.
What Are PSVR2 Adaptive Triggers?
PlayStation DualSense controllers and the controllers of PSVR2 have Adaptive Triggers. This is the button positioned to feel most like pulling a trigger, usually the button below the right shoulder button.
The “adaptive” part of all of this is the how the trigger feels to pull. When making Resident Evil, the developers programmed each gun in the game differently to have different resistance to pull the trigger. This was to mimic real life and give a more realistic feeling. It might sound a tad gimmicky but gamers love it.
So PC gamers were a little disappointed to find out Sony wouldn’t be supporting Adaptive Triggers on PC. In steps DSX.
Get PSVR2 Adaptive Triggers Working on PC
If, like me, you are a PlayStation 5 and PC gamer, you likely already know DSX by Paliverse. This piece of software is available in Steam and is essential to getting your PlayStation 5 DualSense controller working fully with PC. Redditor finalhope227 has already gotten this working:
- Install DSX
- Disable DSX notifications as it causes stuttering
- Disable “Now Playing Status”
- Set both PSVR2 controllers to DualShock 4 Emulation
- Disable “Present Non-VR Apps on Theater Screen Upon Launch” in SteamVR
Just like that, you’ll have PSVR2 running VR games like Half-Life Alyx with Adaptive Triggers. I’m travelling at the minute, but will report back as soon as I can!
