Sony's decision to support PSVR 2 on PCs is actually a smart business move
Sony filed a certification for a PSVR 2 adaptor for PCs in South Korea
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Key notes
- Sony’s PSVR 2 struggled to sell, leading to production pause.
- Now, the company plans to launch a PSVR 2 adaptor for PC use.
- The move could expand the device’s market and revenue potential.
Sony found itself in a tricky situation in the VR market. Its latest PSVR 2, despite boasting the latest tech, doesn’t even manage to sell. It’s so bad that the PlayStation maker had to pause its production. But now, Sony seems desperate, as the Japanese company will soon launch a PSVR 2 adaptor that you can use on PCs.
Sony has apparently filed for certification to the South Korean regulator for this adapter, courtesy of an eagle-eyed folk on X (formerly Twitter). No words on what it looks like, how much it costs, or the release date just yet. But, Sony did promise earlier this year that it’s been testing a PSVR 2 support for PCs and it’s coming out this year.
Here’s what it looks like, translated roughly from Korean to English by Google Translate:
Is it a smart or bad business move by Sony? Well, by adding PSVR 2 support to PCs, Sony allows PCVR developers to familiarize themselves with the technology, optimizing their games for PS5 in the process.
It can also greatly expand the potential customer base for the device & potentially open up a new revenue stream, as PC gamers who may not have a PS can now consider purchasing the headset.
Sony hasn’t said a word about this, but if the schedule aligns, then we may see this adaptor coming out later this year. It’s a steal because the PSVR 2 is one of the most capable gaming headsets around with a $550 price tag, and it works on both PS5 and PCs.
