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PlayStation VR won’t be able to play PS5 versions of games

PlayStation VR won’t be able to play PS5 versions of games, instead requiring PS4 versions using backwards compatibility on the console.

Sony has recently confirmed this arrangement with Upload VR, going as far to confirm that the publisher has “not announced PS5 titles for PS VR.”

That means players will need to ensure they purchase the PS4 versions of upcoming titles like Hitman 3 or existing titles like No Man’s Sky or Star Wars Squadrons if they wish to continue playing in VR on the PS5.

A free PSVR adaptor is required to connect the PlayStation VR to your PS5; if you haven’t applied for it yet, we’ve instructions on how it works right here.

The PS5 heads to store shelves on 12 November.


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