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Beloved rhythm game Beat Saber is officially winding down support for PlayStation platforms.
Going forward, PS4 and PS5 players shouldn’t expect any new updates or music packs. And starting January 21, 2026, multiplayer functionality on those consoles will also be discontinued.
“As we look toward the future and prepare for the next big evolution of Beat Saber, we’ve made the decision to stop releasing updates for PS4 and PS5 as of June 2025,” the team explained in a newly posted FAQ titled “End of Support for PS4/PS5” (via Eurogamer).
“Our commitment to VR is stronger than ever. We’re excited about what’s coming next and can’t wait to share it with the Beat Saber community that’s supported us over the last seven years.
The developers clarified that while support is ending, you’ll still be able to play Beat Saber on PS4 and PS5 and retain access to all previously purchased content. Cross-buy between the PS4 and PS5 versions of the base game will also remain active. Players can continue to buy any songs or music packs released before or on June 18—but any new content added from June 19 onward will not be available on PlayStation platforms.
“We’re incredibly thankful for all the support over the years,” the team said in closing. “We’re excited about the future of Beat Saber and can’t wait to share what’s next.”
Still, the announcement has sparked frustration among the Beat Saber community—especially on PlayStation, where the game remains one of the top-selling VR titles. Some fans view this as a sign of Sony stepping further away from VR, while others point fingers at Meta, speculating the company wants to prioritize Beat Saber on its Quest platform.
“Absolutely baffling decision,” one Reddit user commented. “I get ending PSVR1 support, but dropping PSVR2 when it’s still selling well? Makes no sense.”
Another added, “This is a massively stupid f***ing decision. I’m beyond pissed.”
Despite its impressive hardware, the PlayStation VR2 has struggled to maintain momentum since its 2023 debut. Last June, Android Central reported that Sony had made “deep cuts to funding for VR,” with just two first-party PSVR2 titles reportedly in development. While the addition of PC VR support gave the headset a second wind, public mentions of the device have remained scarce. Most recently, the PSVR2 saw a major price drop as part of Sony’s Days of Play sale, matching its previous lowest price point.
At launch, we praised the PSVR2 for its significant improvements over its predecessor:
“The PlayStation VR2 may seem expensive—especially since it costs $150 more than the PS5 Digital Edition it requires—but it’s a massive step up from the original,” we noted in our review. “From its 4K HDR OLED display to the responsive Sense controllers, the entire experience feels like a generational leap.”
We also highlighted the improved ease of use, overall immersion, and performance made possible by the PS5’s capabilities. However, the limited launch library and lack of backward compatibility with original PSVR games remained a downside—one that fans hoped would be addressed with future releases.
