You cannot connect an Oculus Quest 2 to a PS5 for direct VR gaming, but you can use a workaround to stream flat-screen PS5 games onto a giant virtual screen inside your headset. This guide explains how to connect Oculus Quest 2 to PS5 using the PS Remote Play method, giving you a massive display for your favorite titles without true VR support.
Can you connect Oculus Quest 2 to PS5?
The blunt answer is no, a direct connection for playing PlayStation 5 VR games on an Oculus Quest 2 is not possible. Sony's PS5 is designed to work exclusively with its own PlayStation VR headsets (PSVR and PSVR2) for native virtual reality gaming. The Oculus Quest 2 can be used to display flat-screen PS5 games on a large virtual screen within the headset, but this is not true VR gameplay. There are two primary workaround methods to achieve this: using the PS Remote Play application or using an HDMI capture card. This guide focuses on the Remote Play method, which is the most accessible, and once connected you can even watch oculus quest 2 on TV to share your view with friends. To further customize your big-screen experience, you can download mods on oculus quest 2 that enhance media playback and virtual environments.
What you need for the PS Remote Play workaround
Before starting, gather the following hardware and software. You will need a PlayStation 5 console, a Meta Quest 2 headset, a PC or Mac, a strong Wi-Fi connection (preferably 5GHz), the PS Remote Play app installed on your PC or Mac, Virtual Desktop or ALVR app installed on your Meta Quest 2, and a PlayStation DualSense controller. A fast Wi-Fi connection (5 GHz network) is crucial for smooth streaming.
Step 1: Enable Remote Play on your PS5
- Ensure your PS5 has the latest system software installed.
- Go to the PS5's "Settings" menu.
- Select "System".
- Choose "Remote Play".
- Turn on the "Enable Remote Play" option.
- Go back to the "System" menu under "Settings".
- Select "Power Saving".
- Enable "Features Available in Rest Mode".
- Ensure "Stay Connected to the Internet" is enabled in Rest Mode.
- Ensure "Enable Turning on PS5 from Network" is enabled.
This configuration allows your PS5 to remain reachable even when it enters Rest Mode, which is essential for Remote Play to connect from your PC.
Step 2: Install and set up PS Remote Play on your PC
- Download the PC version of the PS Remote Play app from the official PlayStation website.
- Install the program and follow the on-screen steps.
- Connect your PS5 controller to your PC.
- Open the Remote Play app on your PC.
- Sign in to your PlayStation Network (PSN) account using the same details as on your PS5.
- Select the PS5 console.
- Adjust the video resolution in the Remote Play app settings for best performance with your network speed.
Lowering the video resolution can reduce latency and improve streaming stability, which is why you want to adjust it based on your network conditions.
Step 3: Stream your PC desktop to your Quest 2 with Virtual Desktop
- Purchase and install Virtual Desktop from the Oculus Store on your Quest 2, or download the ALVR client from GitHub and follow its installation instructions (which may involve sideloading).
- Install the Virtual Desktop streamer application on your PC and sign in with your Oculus account.
- Launch the Virtual Desktop app on your Quest 2.
- The Quest 2 app should automatically search for and connect to your PC.
- Once connected, your PC's desktop should appear in your headset.
Virtual Desktop creates a wireless bridge between your PC and Quest 2, so you can see your computer screen inside the headset, this is the key to viewing the Remote Play stream.
Step 4: Launch Remote Play and play PS5 games on a virtual screen
- Launch the PS Remote Play app on your PC.
- Maximize the Remote Play window on your PC.
- Your PS5's screen should now stream into your headset, appearing on a giant virtual screen.
- You will use your DualSense controller to play the games.
This method streams your PS5 screen into the headset; it is not true VR gameplay. PS5 VR games cannot be played with Quest 2. The experience is like having a massive cinema screen in front of you, but the game itself remains flat.
Alternative method: using an HDMI capture card
For potentially lower latency, you can use an HDMI capture card. This involves connecting your PS5's HDMI output to a capture card plugged into your PC, then streaming that captured video to your Quest 2 via Virtual Desktop. This bypasses the Remote Play app's encoding, which can reduce delay, but it requires additional hardware and a PC with a capture card input.
Tips for the best streaming performance
There may be slight delay (latency) depending on your Wi-Fi speed. Staying close to your router and using an Ethernet cable for your PS5 can improve stability. A 5 GHz Wi-Fi network is essential for the Quest 2 connection to your PC, and a wired Ethernet connection for the PS5 ensures the Remote Play stream has a reliable path. Lower the Remote Play video resolution if you notice stuttering or input lag. Manage your expectations, this is a streaming workaround, not a native VR experience, so some latency is normal.
