Sony launched its new generation VR glasses with high hopes early last year. PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2) introduced the model. However, it could not meet expectations due to its expensive price and insufficient game variety. Allegedly, Sony suspended the production of PSVR2.
Allegation that PlayStation VR2 production has been stopped
It has been reported that Sony has stopped production of the PSVR2 virtual reality glasses due to declining sales and fierce competition. According to Bloomberg’s new report, Sony aims to run out of PSVR2 stocks before increasing production again.
PlayStation VR2 in early 2023 22 thousand TL It was released with a price tag. However, sales lagged behind VR headsets that do not require additional hardware, such as Meta Quest. A technology analyst said that the decline in sales was due to PSVR 2 requiring a separate PlayStation console.
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In addition, games for which Sony could not reach a sufficient range were another factor affecting PSVR2 sales. Developing high-quality VR games requires many more resources than standard games. This prevented Sony from diversifying into VR games.
Additionally, because the user base remains relatively small, many studios are hesitant to invest heavily in PSVR2 games. The lack of new content keeps users away from purchasing PlayStation VR2.
Sony is now stopping production and waiting for the stocks of the glasses that do not meet expectations to decrease. We’ll see if the company can better position PSVR2 against monolithic VR headsets like Meta Quest.
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