Sony has hit pause on the Sony PSVR 2 production after churning out over two million units, according to Bloomberg.
The move aims to tackle the challenge of unsold inventory, with shipments declining since its launch alongside PlayStation 5 last February.
Why Is the Sony PSVR 2 Inventory Piling up?
As reported by Bloomberg, the issue seems to stem from a lack of content for the headset. Despite compatibility with popular titles like Horizon Call of the Mountain and Gran Turismo 7, the USD 549 price tag raises expectations.
Moreover, Meta and Apple have faced similar hurdles with their VR headsets, says Bloomberg.
Sony’s recent layoffs affected VR game development teams, including the closure of London Studio. Firesprite studio, behind Horizon Call of the Mountain, also felt the impact.
To address content scarcity, Sony is testing PC support for the Sony PSVR 2, promising access to additional games. The extent of PC compatibility remains unclear, but plans are in place for rollout later this year.
FAQ:
- Why has the company paused PlayStation VR2 production?
- Sony has paused production to address unsold inventory issues and declining shipments of the PlayStation VR2 headset.
- What challenges has Sony faced with PS VR2 sales?
- Sales of the PS VR2 have declined since its launch, likely due to a lack of compelling content for the headset.
- How is Sony addressing the content scarcity issue for PS VR2?
- Sony is exploring PC support for the PS VR2, aiming to provide users with access to additional games beyond those available on the PlayStation platform.
- What impact have recent layoffs had on VR game development teams?
- Recent layoffs at Sony affected VR game development teams, including the closure of London Studio and the impact on Firesprite Studio, the developer behind Horizon Call of the Mountain.
- What is Sony’s plan for expanding game access for PS VR2 users?
- Sony plans to introduce PC support for PS VR2, allowing users to access a wider range of games. The extent of PC compatibility and the timeline for rollout are yet to be fully disclosed.
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