Former Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida made a statement about the failure of PS VR2 and admitted that he was wrong about VR technology.
Released by Sony in 2023 PSVR2received mixed reactions from gamers due to its high price and lack of backward compatibility. Former Sony Worldwide Studios President Shuhei Yoshida stated in his statement that he thought PS VR2 would be a turning point like PlayStation 2, but this expectation did not come true. Yoshida said, “I’m sorry I was wrong. “PS VR2 did not have the same impact as PS2,” he said.
Why PS VR2 Didn’t Meet Expectations?
Although PS VR2 offers technically impressive features, it has been the target of criticism from the first moment it was released. The device, which had a starting price of $549.99, required a PlayStation 5 or PC, and not supporting previous PS VR games was seen as a major disadvantage. Shuhei Yoshida summarized this situation with the words: “We set out with the hope of starting a new era for VR technology, but we could not achieve this goal.”
Another reason why sales of the device remained low was that the virtual reality market was still a high-cost hobby. While players had to buy both an expensive console and a VR headset, this created a huge obstacle for new users. Reports have also emerged that Sony did not provide sufficient game development support for PS VR2 and reduced its investments in this area.
Although Sony has taken steps such as expanding the PC compatibility of PS VR2, the future of this device remains uncertain. The failure of PS VR2 raises questions about whether Sony will continue with its virtual reality projects. Shuhei Yoshida’s self-criticism makes it clear that the development of this technology requires more attention and investment.
Despite its powerful features, PS VR2 could not achieve its goal due to its high price policy and unuser-friendly decisions. It is a matter of curiosity whether Sony will reconsider its strategies in this area.