Why Is My PS VR2 Not Turning On? (Let’s Fix It Fast)

ps vr2 not turning on

PS VR2 not turning on, and you’re worrying? Take a deep breath and relax, it’s not defective!

  • The reasons are mainly simple–either because the power cable has been disconnected from the PlayStation 5’s side or the headset’s end.

This quick guide will walk you through everything you can check when your PSVR 2 isn’t turning on.

So, let’s start with the most important…

How to Know if PSVR 2 is Receiving Power?

If you have the USB-C cable connected to the PS5, you should see a red light on the bottom of the visor plate.

This way you can immediately tell whether your VR headset is receiving power.

If your headset is not receiving power, it’s probably a disconnected cable, so continue reading!

PS VR2 Not Turning On – 5 Tested and Proven Solutions

Note: Have you tried unplugging and firmly reconnecting the USB-C connector from the PS5?

1. Firmly Connect the Power Cable

firmly connect the power cable

One of the most frequent reasons why PSVR 2 is not turning on is due to a disconnected power cable, which many people think goes directly into the headset. 

Guess what–it doesn’t. It’s actually a hidden connector!

If you extend the set forward, you’ll notice a little thing with the triangle, circle, and square icon on the left-eye side, where the cable plugs in.

If it’s disconnected, then that’s why your PSVR 2 is not turning on.

It’s enough to push it in firmly and then your VR headset should turn on easily.

2. Check the USB-C Connector/Port

check the usb-c connector/port

Well, the other end of the power cord is equally important in supplying your PSVR 2 with power.

The USB-C end of the cable connects to the USB-C port on the PlayStation 5, so you’ll need to inspect both, the connector and input port.

Let’s start with unplugging the USB-C cable from the PS5 port!

Then look for any issues, on the connector and within the port. If you see that the connector is bent or broken, maybe that’s why the PSVR 2 doesn’t receive power.

Another very important factor to check is whether the USB-C port on the PS5 is clogged or full of dust and debris.

This may prevent the PSVR 2 USB-C connector from reaching all the way in.

Note: Sadly, it’s not possible to replace a bent or broken PSVR 2 cable, which means you’ll need to send the headset to Sony for a paid repair/replacement.

3. Power Cycle your PlayStation 5 

power cycle your playstation 5

As weird as this may sound, the PSVR 2 may not turn on because no power reaches the USB-C port of your PlayStation 5 due to a hardware bug.

Sometimes, the most effective way to refresh and solve issues with the ports of your PlayStation 5 is to perform a power circulation via restart.

So, the next step would be to disconnect the PS5 from the power outlet for 50–60 seconds and then connect the power cord directly to the wall socket.

When the power cycle is ready, plug the USB-C cable of your PSVR 2 firmly into the USB-C port and test.

If this is not working, continue reading…

4. Inspect Your Connections (PC)

If your PS VR2 not turning on while connected to your PC, you need to carefully examine the cable connections as this is not officially supported.

This means that if something is not exactly as it should be, there is a high possibility that the PSVR will not receive power, and not turn on.

When connecting PSVR 2 to a PC, you need to use an adapter.

inspect your connections (pc)

Here are the connections:

  • PSVR 2 to Adapter: The USB-C end of the PSVR 2 cable connects to the USB-C input port of the adapter.
  • Adapter to USB-A: The USB-A cable coming from the adapter connects to a 3.0 USB port on your PC (the 3.0 USB ports are usually on the back of the PC, colored in blue).
  • Display to GPU: One side of the Display Cable plugs into the Display Port on your PC GPU or motherboard and the other end goes into the adapter.

If connected properly, your PSVR 2 should turn on!

Note: If your PSVR 2 is not turning on, disable the Windows USB Sleep setting, or try in a different USB-A 3.0 port.

5. Check and Prevent Overheating

check and prevent overheating

Another potential reason why your PSVR 2 is not turning on would be due to overheating!

Summer season, high temperatures, and sweat are the perfect combination for extensive heat emission and hardware overheating.

So, if you’re feeling heat around the headset’s fit and your PSVR 2 powers off all of a sudden and now won’t turn on, it’s currently cooling down the HW.

The PSVR 2, such as other VR headsets, has a built-in protective mechanism that automatically powers off the headset when the hardware temperatures are over the limit. 

To prevent overheating on PSVR 2, apply these tips and tricks:

  • Verify the fit is not too tight to prevent skin contact heat.
  • Cool down the room in which you’re using your PSVR 2.
  • In the warm season, take regular breaks for HW cooling.
  • Clean your PSVR 2 to prevent clogging in the vent grills.

If your headset continues to power off due to overheating, and you can’t hear the fans spinning, you may need to get in touch with the local merchant for replacement.

Why is My PSVR2 Controller Not Turning On?

If your PSVR 2 controller is not turning on, perhaps the battery is dead. It’s actually that simple!

Sense controllers pretty much never break down unless you smash them in the ground, hence you may need to charge the controller rightfully.

There are a few different ways to charge a PSVR 2 controller! First, plug a USB-C cable into the USB-C port on the controller.

why is psvr2 controller not turning on

Then, try one of the following:

  • Connect the other end to the PS5 USB-C port or USB-A port.
  • Plug the other end into a USB adapter and then into the outlet.
  • Put the controllers into a charging station (optional accessory).

If your PSVR 2 controller won’t turn on after 10 minutes of charging, try a different charging method and test again.

If the PSVR controller still won’t turn on, well, there is a chance that the unit has gone defective!