Apple and Sony are developing support for PSVR2 controllers on Vision Pro.
However, support for drivers does not imply a greater number of games.
According to recent information, Apple's Vision Pro is expected to soon receive support for Sony's PSVR2 controllers. This potential collaboration, which was planned to be announced "weeks ago," has been delayed. Under this agreement, Apple could start selling Sony's controllers, which are currently not available separately.
Sony has been working on integrating support for several months, while Apple has consulted external developers about the possibility of using Sony's virtual reality controllers. This could be excellent news for Vision Pro owners who want the virtual reality glasses to have a stronger focus on video games. Currently, there are few native gaming options on visionOS; one of the most notable is Thrasher, an intriguing game where you control a kind of giant dragon in a psychedelic space using only hand movements.
Additionally, it is reported that Apple plans to use the controllers for more than just gaming. They are expected to assist in navigating visionOS and provide more precise controls for applications like Final Cut Pro and Adobe Photoshop. Currently, it is possible to pair a standard Bluetooth controller to operate visionOS, allowing users to select items and scroll using the analog sticks. However, the use of these controllers is mostly limited to iPad and iPhone games that support controllers or emulators designed for iOS.
The question that arises is whether this collaboration will result in a significant boost for video games on this platform. However, expectations are not very optimistic, considering the sales of the Vision Pro and Apple's historical support from game publishers. Despite this, the Vision Pro stands out from other Apple devices, and virtual reality represents a unique realm. Moreover, there are signs of growing interest within the community, with at least one fully funded Kickstarter project seeking to develop Meta Quest 3-style controllers, called Surreal Touch, for the Vision Pro. Only time will tell if the Vision Pro can deliver outstanding virtual reality games, though uncertainty about its demand persists.
