Sony has just rolled out its yearly rundown of the most downloaded games on its PlayStation platforms for 2024. In terms of PSVR 2, there haven’t been dramatic shifts since its debut, which isn’t unexpected if you think about it.
Nearly two years have passed since the PSVR 2 hit the scene. Some skeptics argue that Sony hasn’t given its PS5-linked VR headset the same love it showed the original PSVR, mainly because of fewer exclusive titles and a more constrained developer backing. However, true fans of the headset might have a different story to tell.
Looking at its capabilities, PSVR 2 is no slouch. It boasts the ability to render impressive resolutions and visuals, even outpacing Meta’s leading Quest 3. Plus, with Sony’s introduction of a wired adapter last June, it supports PC VR games as well. But let’s not kid ourselves; when you dive into what’s actually being downloaded from the PlayStation Store, the trends speak for themselves.
Take a gander at the modified chart below, complete with original release dates:
Top PSVR 2 Downloads of 2024
US/Canada | EU
Beat Saber (2018) | Beat Saber (2018)
Among Us VR (2022) | Pavlov (2023)
Pavlov (2023) | Arizona Sunshine 2 (2023)
Arizona Sunshine 2 (2023) | Among Us VR (2022)
Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition (2023) | Horizon Call of the Mountain (2023)
Job Simulator (2016) | Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition (2023)
Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition (2019) | Job Simulator (2016)
Swordsman VR (2020) | Creed: Rise to Glory – Championship Edition (2019)
Metro Awakening (2024) | Legendary Tales (2024)
Topping the charts yet again, Beat Saber (2018) reigns supreme both in North America and Europe. This is no slight on the platform by any means—as a staple VR game, it’s an easy recommendation for any new VR user.
From the 2024 lineup, only two games made notable entries: Vertigo Games’ Metro Awakening had a bit of a late start with its November 2024 release, and Urban Wolf Games’ Legendary Tales marked its full-fledged launch in February 2024, after an extended Early Access phase on Steam.
Let’s not overlook Arizona Sunshine 2 (2023) by Vertigo Games, a stellar zombie shooter that debuted in December 2023, thus having limited time to climb during its release year.
That said, many familiar titles still echo through the lists. For a bit of comparison, here’s a look back at the top PSVR 2 downloads from 2023, its inaugural near-full year:
US/Canada | EU
Pavlov | Pavlov
Beat Saber | Kayak VR: Mirage
Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge | Beat Saber
Horizon Call of the Mountain | The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution | Horizon Call of the Mountain
Job Simulator | Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapter 2: Retribution | Job Simulator
The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR | Swordsman VR
Swordsman VR | Moss: Book II
Pistol Whip | Swordsman VR
As we reflect on these lists, the enduring appeal of certain games is clear, and the journey of PSVR 2 continues to fascinate both casual and hardcore gamers alike.
