PSVR 2 Outsold Original PSVR in First 6 Weeks, Sony Confirms

Sony revealed PSVR 2 outperformed the original PSVR in sales in the first six weeks, taking a strong early lead over the company’s first-gen PlayStation headset. An investor relations presentation delivered by Sony Interactive Entertainment chief Jim Ryan includes some new information detailing PSVR 2 units sales relative to the original PSVR launched in October.

[phoenixwing]

I didn't see a duplicate story from this news on n4g so I posted it. If it is a duplicate let me know

[Tacoboto]

It's been a while since they stated this, but in that initial context I don't remember seeing the sales curve relative to PSVR1, only the 8% higher figure.

[Neonridr]

the only concern here is the PSVR had a steady climb, PSVR2 is showing signs of flattening.

Of course this is a crude graph, so who knows.

[SullysCigar]

It can't flatten, as this is a cumulative graph. This was after just six weeks, though, and we're way beyond that at this stage. Launches since release have been stronger on PSVR2, so I expect it's still doing comparatively well.

Important to note, is that the six week period for PSVR was moving towards the Christmas period, whereas the PSVR2 was moving towards summer. It's hard to compare, in all honesty, until we get a full year picture, but I'd say PSVR2 is doing very well compared to the first headset.

[Neonridr]

I'm sure it is, I didn't mean flatten out completely, just that the "curve" was less steep as the PSVR looked to be catching up in terms of numbers.

I'm fully on board the VR train, so as long as the games keep coming, I'll be a happy camper.

[purple101]

Also it a few things I noticed..

1. Ps5 was expensive compared to at the time of psvr1 ps4 and ps4pro were available on good deals and certainly a few hundred less than the RRP HR originally released at.

2, psv1 was released in a time of slightly more optimistic job outlooks. Psvr2 was released at end of pandemic when thousands lost jobs or equally people were tightening their belt. Although computer games resisted drops and defied the market as people saw them as a good value per $$/££ for enjoyment the fact psvr2 is a luxury and not a standard 'game' (it's an add-on) it's non essential and this will have factored in peoples decisions.

3. The games are only just about to be released. I'm my view, I STRONGLY think that while it has good games, the true blockbusters have not appeared yet.

Games showing the new power and quality of screens are on the horizon, no pun intended,. Speaking of which: Yes horizon and gt7 were well received, but a new shooter, a'la farpoint 2, is going to peak interest way more than those other 2 games would simply because there's more shooting fans than racing fans and many have not experienced Horizon because they have a backlog or are waiting to get a good deal/ save up for ps5.

Once the majority of PS4 owners finally upgrade... It will sell gangbusters.. double psvr1 I believe easy.

Meta and apple already doing plenty advertising for them making VR headsets seem more mainstream than a nerd sitting on a gaming chair, £3000 worth of Beast PC, oculus rift strapped on, RGB LED lighting up the entire room and a bright-yellow hand, from scoffing down multiple kilo's of cheese puffs.

This is the current view of Vr gamers among many, but that's gonna change extremely soon.

I would conclude by saying I played psvr 1 (random horror game) when a friend brought it over.... Got tired after a few games, went to lean on a table, but, to my surprise and downfall, it was a VR TABLE (in the game) and not the table in my lounge,... Needless to say, I stacked it, making a complete fool of myself.!... but THAT'S' how immensely immersive it is; You TOTALLY forget where you are, if the games even slightly good.

Have a great day all. X

[Tacoboto]

6 weeks after PSVR's release would've put that right at/around Black Friday, so yeah context on timing is important especially for hardware that by itself was also a lot cheaper during a heavy spending season

[rlow1]

@purple101
Lol, I just had to complement you on your stories. I was having a tough day and needed the laughs. Good sense of humor. Mahalo!

[Agent75]

PS5 VR will slowly die. Sony will bang on with it until PS6, then start over again. How many AAA did we see on PS4 VR? Too many headsets at different prices adds to the woes.

[MrBaskerville]

No one is expecting a plethora of AAA vr games and those who are, are missing the point.

[EvertonFC]

Clueless

[blackblades]

Clueless to no brain

[Agent75]

No, it's you that's clueless. How long has the PS5 been out there? A few years. Give or take another 2 or 3 years and PS5 VR sales will drop off as did PS4 VR sales. Then out pops PS6 and Sony bangs the VR drum again. I don't care why PS5 VR is at the price it's at now. PS4 VR struggled at the price it was at and it's not going to change when you look at the price of PS5 VR.

[S2Killinit]

Hmm it had more exclusive content that xbox had.

[EvertonFC]

😂🤣 so true, poor Xbox

[anast]

It's extremely clear PSVR is the future of gaming.

[EvertonFC]

The sheep will come over when it's popular and cool, were the ones who'll get it to be cool.

[Knushwood Butt]

I got mine day 1 and use it during most, but not all, gaming sessions.
A seat, wheel, gt7, and psvr2 setup is fantastic, and my 'go to' psvr2 experience.

I bought a few other VR games at launch but haven't touched them for weeks, not because they are bad, but because gt7 is too good.

Also, am I imaging things, or does gt7 in vr look better/clearer since the June update?

[The_Hooligan]

I never bough PSVR 1 but I am definitely thinking about picking up PSVR 2. Only concern I have is that I wear glasses (can't do contacts unfortunately) and not sure how comfortable it would be. I went to my local best buy but they didn't have one that I could try on. I just want to make sure it would be comfortable if I were to game on it for more than 30 minutes.

[Knushwood Butt]

They say it's designed to accommodate glasses but I only wear reading glasses and don't wear glasses when I game so don't know.

[SullysCigar]

^ @The_Hooligan, the good news is there are a bunch of companies already doing lenses that snap over the ones in the headset, which they can adjust to your prescription if you like. Sometimes people just want blue light filters, which they can also accommodate. They're around $40, I think, and you can usually get a discount code from YouTubers (like Polish Paul) at the end of most of the current videos they put out.

Thinking about doing this myself, but I'd need to get my eyes checked first!

[HICK]

@ the Hooligan. Just get prescription lenses to magnetize to it. They get great reviews

[Solitariussaint]

I'm glad PSVR2 is doing better than PSVR1 is thus far. Bring on the PSVR2 games Sony!!!

Forget the naysayers who are constantly underestimating and undervaluing PSVR 1 and PSVR2 which are still the only VR headsets on consoles!

[JEECE]

So the takeaway is that Bloomberg is always wrong?

[Aloymetal]

All those ''financial/business identities have always been in bed with you know who so of course they're gonna downplay anything from Sony.

[ApocalypseShadow]

Yes. That's basically it.

Sony again is beating the numbers. Bodes well when more titles start releasing on it. It's already got bangers. But I expect hum dingers real soon. Others promised VR. But Sony's the one offering high fidelity VR on consoles.

[blackblades]

Basically taking a page from patcher and we know not to trust him.

[z2g]

Right we knew that, but how is it doing NOW some 5 months later?

[ApocalypseShadow]

Read the title.

[S2Killinit]

Beautiful. And now we know the truth.

Im enjoying the heck out of it.

[chobit_A5HL3Y]

i hope they bring more "experience" stuff and not just games. that shark dive from the first psvr was cool.

[Knushwood Butt]

That 'Tripp' title that just came out might be of interest to you. Looks pretty cool.

[EvertonFC]

Gonna try some edibles in VR with "Tripp" 😊 really intrigued how the experience will be.

[sagapo]

Makes me wonder how much PSVR2 owners bought the PSVR1 at the time compared to gamers stepping in fresh with PSVR2. If most PSVR1 owners got the VR2, the outselling in 6 weeks seems rather “normal” for me to happen.

[GamingSinceForever]

I have to admit I’m surprised because. thought this thing was DOA due to the price.

[Passerotto]

It's a 24 may news.

[cell989]

I'm sad that I'm the only one in my household that can play it since my kid is not 12 years old yet. The device constantly reminds you not to let kids under 12 play it because could have long permanent effects on their eyes. I think this is a big factor on sales, many many kids would be playing thins more openly if it wasn't harmful. Ok not saying there aren't kids younger than 12 already playing vr games, but I am saying this is a definite factor. Anyway, I myself do enjoy the crap out of it

[SullysCigar]

Just food for thought: Apparently there aren't any studies to show any dangers to children under 12, but they went with that to cover their arses, because it was all a bit unknown. To illustrate the point, Meta, the makers of Quest headsets, recently reduced the warning age (to 10 years old, iirc?) without providing any supporting studies. Presumably they just did some sums and realised how much extra wonga that extra couple of years could net them!

[Pyrofire95]

It would really boom if it were PC compatible as well. I love the hardware but there are so few games worth playing right now on PS5.