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Title: Sony is discontinuing its free PS5 PlayStation Camera adapter for PS
VR

Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:13:50 +0000
Link: https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/s...

Sony will soon stop offering the free adapter that allows gamers to connect
the PlayStation Camera to their PS5. The camera (which was released for the
PS4) is required to use the original PlayStation VR on the company's current
console, as the headset has a light-based tracking method. The PS5's own HD
camera accessory isn't compatible with PS VR.

"As of November 26, 2024, or until supplies last, the PlayStation Camera
adapter will no longer be available," Sony says on a support page. In the
meantime, you may be able to request an adapter via a form. Alternatively, as
Wario64 points out, you may have to call Sony support at 1-800-345-7669.
You'll need the serial number from the PS VR's processing unit to claim an
adapter.

If you miss out on grabbing the accessory from Sony, there are third-party
options available. Still, this one's free and it's the official Sony adapter.


As a reminder, PS VR games do not run on PS VR2, in part because the headsets
use different tracking methods. Some games have been ported to the latest
headset, as well as other VR platforms. However, many are still only
available on the original PS VR, including several first-party titles. So if
you want to play the likes of Astro Bot Rescue Mission or Everybody's Golf VR
via your PS5, you'll need a PS Camera adapter.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at
https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/s...
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