PSVR 2 left or right controller not working? Here are some potential workarounds

PlayStation VR (PSVR) 2 has been one of the most successful virtual reality (VR) headsets on the market since its release in February 2022.

Key features include stunning 4K HDR visuals, new controllers that feature enhanced haptic feedback, Tempest 3D AudioTech, and more.

However, some PSVR 2 players are reporting an issue where the left or right controller is not working for them (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8).

Gamers who have been impacted claim that they have been experiencing problems with the PSVR 2 controller ever since its launch. The issue occurs randomly, resulting in the controllers failing to work or connect properly.

This has caused considerable frustration for players as the controller stops responding to input during gameplay, though it appears to work correctly in the game menus.

Additionally, some players have reported that the left or right buttons send inaccurate signals to the console. In such cases, Sony’s support service can provide a replacement controller as the best solution.

This issue has led to a negative impact on the gaming experience for affected players, who have been left feeling let down by Sony.

Today when i wanted to play i couldn’t. It seems right controller analog stick is going to left side all the time. I can’t navigate at all to the right side. Is there fix for this? There wasn’t any damage to controller. I tried hard reset but it didn’t work.
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My right controller doesn’t work in game for psvr2 I don’t know what to do I did do a reset as well did anyone have this problem? And right controller r2 button doesn’t work in menus but during vr tutorial r2 button worked
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A PSVR 2 user allegedly had a chat with support, and they said that this is a known issue although they haven’t officially confirmed anything.

Fortunately, we have come across various workarounds that seem to fix this issue. Firstly, turn your controller off and then back on:

1. Turn off the controllers
2. Boot up the game
3. Turn on the controller once you’re in the game.
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Secondly, reset the controller:

1. look near the L2/R2 button for a tiny hole
2. Then stick a pin in it until you feel a click (Stick it in at a straight-on angle)
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Here’s a list of various potential workarounds go give them a try and lastly, update to the latest software version.

Featured image source: PSVR 2

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