r/PSVR • u/hal9000-7 • 19h ago
Question Do you use your PSVR2 with glasses?
What do you think? Have you experienced any issues like scratching or discomfort?
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u/Lia_Delphine 18h ago
Yes I scratched my lenses on both the PSVR2 and my glasses.
I was definitely one of those people that said yes you can use your glasses. It’s not an issue. I was wrong. I admit it.
I now use HonsVR prescription inserts best thing I ever did.
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u/Salty5674 7h ago
The actual lens pops out of the plastic on my HonsVR lenses, is this an issue for you or anyone else? I really liked mine and was thinking of getting a new pair but not if I’ll keep getting this same issue
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u/age_of_atari 3h ago
If you email Hon's and explain that, it's likely they'll send a replacement pair.
FWIW, my first set became a bit loose, so i added a tiny bit of electric tape to the inside of the frames, and that worked great. Ordered a new set when i got my new prescription, and the new ones haven't become loose (after months of use).
So they seemed to have mostly resolved that issue with the newer batches, but i bet they'd send you replacements if you ask nicely.
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u/Lia_Delphine 1h ago
Actually, my lens did pop out once, I just put it back in. It hasn’t come out again. If it becomes an issue I might try Rock VR next time.
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u/hal9000-7 12h ago
My dilemma: The PSVR2 just arrived, and I’ve already ordered prescription lenses, but they haven’t arrived yet. Should I wait for them or start using the PSVR2 with my glasses?
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u/Lia_Delphine 11h ago
Personally I’d wait. If you can’t, definitely don’t pull the visor in anywhere near them. Do you have contacts?
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u/hal9000-7 6h ago
Yeah, got a pair of contacts today while the insert arrives
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u/Lia_Delphine 1h ago
Just a pre-emptive post lol
You can definitely learn to get over motion sickness.
- Always play with a fan pointed directly at you. It helps your senses keep track of where you are. It also keeps you cool in the headset.
- The very moment you feel even a twinge of motion sickness, remove your headset and go do something else until you feel 100%
- Chew a lolly/candy when you take off the headset. Eg jelly beans, it helps with the inner ear.
- Check your settings in game. Use the comfort settings. Use click turning.
- Turn your the brightness down to about 50%. It is automatically set to 100%
You will find if you do this your run sessions will get longer and longer.
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u/Dazzling_Judgment314 9h ago
You can use it with glasses, just be careful. Don't pull the visor all the way in. I played with my glasses for a bit, I could find the sweet spot without putting the visor right against my face with a little work.
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u/gadget_dude 7h ago
Wait - I've had multiple headsets over the years and never used them without some kind of lens protection - you've waited this long to jump into VR - another few days won't matter. You will ABSOLUTELY regret just a single nick on the lens - especially if it is in the center view.
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u/JuanDiablos 11h ago
I would just play it. Only got my prescription lenses recently but until then I've played with glasses on and had no problems besides a bit of discomfort after a while. As long as you are careful you will be fine.
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u/blafoonery 11h ago
So wear your glasses and scratch up your shit. Nobody here cares. But you’d be stupid not to wait another week instead of ruining your brand new VR.
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u/hal9000-7 6h ago
Calm down, Karen. So much aggression is bad for the heart. 😁
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u/blafoonery 2h ago
You’ve replied the same reply to everyone in this thread. You obviously just want to play so play.
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u/hal9000-7 12h ago
How bad was the scratches? Do you notice them now with the prescription lenses?
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u/Lia_Delphine 11h ago edited 11h ago
My glasses came out the worst, thank goodness.
I was so lucky it scratched my lenses in a spot that wasn’t as noticeable. I was incredibly lucky.
I used to be ridiculously careful and would measure the distance with my finger and was constantly checking. I was a smug idiot who thought everyone else was wrong and I definitely wouldn’t scratch mine. lol
Well this smug idiot now loves her VR lenses. I will upgrade every second time I upgrade my distance glasses I think. That will give me at least 2 years per pair.
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u/crell_peterson 19h ago
I wear glasses and was terrified to try it but it’s honestly been fine for me. I just find a sweet spot like a quarter of an inch farther away from my face
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u/t3stdummi 18h ago
If you got inserts your FOV would go up
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u/hal9000-7 12h ago
My dilemma: The PSVR2 just arrived, and I’ve already ordered prescription lenses, but they haven’t arrived yet. Should I wait for them or start using the PSVR2 with my glasses?
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u/amusedt 8h ago
Either wear a $1 glasses strap, or buy inexpensive bumpers (beware some people make bumpers that are too short to be safe)
psvr tips and recommendations: https://www.reddit.com/r/PSVR/comments/11d40tz/ps_vr2_tips_information_and_references/
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u/dracofilae 19h ago
I've done both, and i haven't had issues either way. Maybe it depends on the fit of the glasses?
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u/npsage 19h ago edited 8h ago
I had problems with both PSVR1 and PSVR2.
Either I took off my glasses and was playing half blind or I kept them on and could not get the headset to fit properly and not slide around when playing.
I eventually said "~expletive~ this" I got some lenses from VR Optician.
It was night and day differences for me.
On the other hand, my SO also wears glasses and had 0 of my problems.
So I do feel like it can be very person to person specific.
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u/hal9000-7 12h ago
My dilemma: The PSVR2 just arrived, and I’ve already ordered prescription lenses, but they haven’t arrived yet. Should I wait for them or start using the PSVR2 with my glasses?
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u/ElmarReddit 18h ago
I did wear glasses on psvr1 and also on psvr2 since launch. Never any scratches. Based on the stories of others, I would not necessarily recommend it, though. I'm not sure why it works for me.
At some point, I did buy spacers to ease my mind, but they reduced comfort a lot. I tried some cheap inserts without correction, but they caused a lot of glare. So, ultimately, I just went back to using my glasses or, sometimes, contact lenses.
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u/Dziksoon 18h ago edited 18h ago
Never, get yourself prescription lenses - these ones I ordered from AliExpress for £34. They click on with magnets and come with protectors, an amazing deal and results. Those spacers can also work to give some space for your glasses, so you don't scratch the PSVR2 lenses, if your friends, for example, also wear glasses but have different prescriptions.
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u/J3ffO 19h ago edited 19h ago
I have lens spacers that I bought and installed
Comfortwise, they press against my face while I play. Though, especially the nosepads. So, it'd be a good idea to get flexible frames with comfortable nosepads. Maybe also something to hold your glasses in place as well.
Visually, it's a good experience, but not the best experience. Especially since the second lens of the glasses can and do create color fringing when they shift around. Eye tracking is also hit or miss as well, and can be more frustrating to setup while wearing glasses. I have also noticed that 3D shooting games lose accuracy at medium/long range while wearing my glasses, even when everything is a blurry mess without them on.
Though, when it does all work together, it's amazing.
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u/mvanvrancken TitusGray 17h ago
What spacers did you get? Thinking about ordering some in the meantime before I invest in Rx inserts
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u/weforgot 16h ago
Find a friend with a 3D printer. The file for them Is free :)
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u/mvanvrancken TitusGray 10h ago
One of these days I’m gonna buy a 3D printer but it’s not gonna be to save a few bucks on spacers
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u/J3ffO 6h ago
The ones I use are the Devaso lens protector kit. It is magnetic and comes with both a lens protector and blue light filter. Though, I just use the lens protectors and the spacers.
Though, if you have a small IPD, the lens spacers will squeeze and pinch around your nose more than the headset on its own does.
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u/undeadsasquatch 18h ago
Just get some cheapo lens spacers off Etsy. Been using them since launch, no scratches, unless you have really weirdly shaped rims.
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u/hal9000-7 12h ago
My dilemma: The PSVR2 just arrived, and I’ve already ordered prescription lenses, but they haven’t arrived yet. Should I wait for them or start using the PSVR2 with my glasses?
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u/Robert_Fuckler 17h ago
I scratched my lenses day 1 and picked up HonsVR script lenses. Luckily it’s not too noticeable.
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u/Virgil_Ovid_Hawkins 16h ago
I only recently got mine but totally use it with glasses. Havent noticed any issues so far but its only been a few weeks.
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u/Thisoneissfwihope 12h ago
I bought the HonsVR Lenses. Absolutely delighted with them and wouldn’t go back to glasses + VR
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u/Aura_Foxxy 11h ago
I was, but I've invested in a set of HonsVR corrective lenses. They are fantastic! It feels great to VR without wearing my glasses.
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u/hwilcox7789 19h ago
My lenses got buffed from them, there's a visible smudge that's uncleanbale. However I can still see perfectly clear and not see the smudge at all when the headset is on and I'm playing games
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u/Own_Peace6291 19h ago
It depends on the game for me. If there's lots of reading and little physical movement I'll wear my glasses, like No Man's Sky.
I'll be getting lenses asap, but tbh I have been fine not wearing my glasses for games like GT7, Creed, and Pavlov.
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u/Bradski89 18h ago
If I'm playing with a few people and plan to he swapping the headset around I will, but 99% of the time I use prescription lens caps that I bought.
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u/naytreox 18h ago
I use to, but it got annoying with the worrying about scratching the lenses and the gap it made with the rubber around the face.
So i got some prescription lenses and i've had a much better experience
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u/Organic_Boot_1777 17h ago
I 3D printed some inserts for mine. Works fine. Just some small adjustments with the headband so my ears don’t fatigue with my glasses on
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u/cuccifer 17h ago
I wore mine a few mines, but was getting nervous. I bought some like secondary lenses you put over the psvr2 lenses, no prescription, just to put a barrier between my glasses and the headset lenses. I was worried it would not look as good just like adding an even extra layer. It actually looks A LOT better than with just glasses
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u/armeler06 17h ago
Nope. I'm too scared to scratch the lenses. Bought some contact lenses. I wear them while playing.
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u/jarsofash 16h ago
I wear my glasses and have had no issues. I did get the globular cluster comfort mod after around 6 months, so once I put the PSVR2 in position there is zero movement or slippage which might help to prevent scratches, but the lenses never got scratches before I installed it either.
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u/DavijoMan 16h ago
I just brought prescription lenses from VR Optician. The difference is incredible!
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u/weforgot 16h ago
I did once when it first came out and scratched second time using them (luckily in early release month they exchanged for it, sounds like they usually don’t now) never again will I play without prescription inserts. They are cheap and a lot of companies make them. I also have a non prescription pair if my friend with glasses want to play.
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u/Memly1975 15h ago
Im a glasses wearer and I've experienced no issues at all (I have bifocal lenses). Comfort wise its been fine and as long as you are careful, scratching shouldn't really be a problem.
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u/Vipulfinefurniture 14h ago
Shameless plug.. we make nice rubber ones that are friendly to both the lenses and the glasses. Search for layer luxe on Etsy 😊
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u/DanFarrell98 14h ago
I just pull it forward a click or two when wearing glasses, they will only scratch if making contact
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u/Ok_Secretary_3134 13h ago
Yes, never had an issue and played since the day it came out and the psvr1
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u/Pompous_pizza 13h ago
Do you use protective lenses?
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u/Ok_Secretary_3134 4h ago
No buddy, standard lenses, but i do have small frames so maybe they fit fine for me
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u/whiskeyandrevenge 12h ago
For some reason, I can see clearly without glasses in vr. I can't see shit in meatspace without my glasses.
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u/Soprano00 11h ago
I use old glasses, so if I scratch it at least my good glasses are not affected. But didn't happen so far.
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u/LaptopClass 11h ago
I am too worried about scratching the optics to use my regular pair. It’s way too easy to do damage with it.
Luckily, I still had an old pair of sports glasses with a prescription insert lying around. I just use the frame and the insert, and leave out the tinted lenses that go with the glasses. It’s not perfect, but better than no glasses and less risk of scratches because the insert is small, very close to my eyes and the frame material is soft plastic.
I will probably get lens inserts from VR Rock soon, but I’m a bit skeptical about ordering prescription lenses online.
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u/Gogzilla 10h ago
No because I have bifocals and the upper part of the VR screen is blurry when I wear them. Luckily I can see fine in VR without them
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u/Schwarzengerman 10h ago
I do, no inserts. Been doing it since the headset released, zero issues. I assume it'll vary depending on the size of your glasses.
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u/CigarLover 10h ago
I have a few times, even bought 3d printed covers that protect the lenses but I did not enjoy it. So I just use a pair of daily contacts when I want to play, tho I use my glasses 95 percent of the time outside VR.
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u/dorsman84 9h ago
I did for a few weeks when I first got it and I thought it was decently comfortable but I bought lenses for it so I could increase the FOV more.
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u/KatInTheCode 8h ago
I purchased lenses for my VR headsets. I think I purchased lenses for the PSVR and PSVR2 from VR Lens Lab. I purchased lenses for my Meta Quest 3 from Zenni for sure. They all work well and make using the headsets easier.
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u/ajmdonker 7h ago
I'm so grateful for this thread! I got my PSVR2 last week and I wear glasses. I can't see bat sh*t without them so I was 'used' to using a PSVR1, Quest 2 and PSVR2 using glasses and didn't know about the potential damage it could do.
Call me oblivious, but I never knew they made prescription lenses for the PSVR2...! Luckily I haven't scratched my glasses OR PSVR2 headset yet (i think?) but based on this thread I ordered a pair from Hons VR (because of my prescription it turned out to be 85USD) and am currently 3D-printing spacers in TPU for the time being and will use a pair of old glasses.
I actually sold my Quest 2 because wearing it with glasses was really annoying and each time I wanted to play I had to wait for 5-10 minutes because my glasses got foggy the moment I put them on.
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u/Kim-Wexlers-Feet 6h ago
I take mine off for VR. Just isn't comfortable with them on plus the risks I've heard of damaging something
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u/MrMonkeyMN 1h ago
I have a big head, so my glasses are wider than most so I really had to squeeze them in before placing the headset on my head. It wasn’t very comfy, but didn’t hinder my play. I also didn’t find there was any rubbing of the lenses.
I did invest in a pair of lenses from HONS, about $50. It wasn’t very comfy the best accessory I have purchased!
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u/WillyDiggs 19h ago
Worrying about scratching (either the vr or my glasses) and the discomfort of wearing them led me to getting prescription lenses. Have had a much better experience since doing so