According to a report from business agency Bloomberg, sales of the PlayStation VR2 headset continue to fall, leading to a buildup of large inventories at Sony's warehouses. As a result, the company has decided to pause the production of PS VR2 until it can sell off the existing stock. Since its release in February 2023, the PS VR2 has shipped over 2 million units. However, the demand for the $550 device has not been as high as initially expected.

PS VR2Image: EnsiplayThe low sales have compelled Sony to revisit its production plans. By suspending the release of new batches, the company now aims to sell through the available inventory before investing in additional units. This temporary halt in PS VR2 production highlights the challenges of launching new hardware in a rapidly changing market. Sony will need to closely monitor trends and adjust its strategy to ensure the long-term success of its VR projects.

Meanwhile, in February, Sony announced that it is testing the compatibility of the PS VR2 with PCs. This could potentially expand the user base of the device beyond the PlayStation ecosystem and make it more appealing to PC gamers.

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