Upcoming ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Game Removes PSVR 2 Support Ahead of PS5 Launch

Earlier this week, Steel Wool Studios revealed that “Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic” is set for release on June 13th on both PS5 and PC. However, what caught everyone’s attention was the sudden removal of any reference to PSVR 2 support, despite an earlier showcase where the game was presented on PSVR 2.

The game first captured the public’s curiosity at PAX West 2024, where attendees got a taste of it through a playable demo on PSVR 2. It seemed destined to be a seamless blend of VR and traditional gameplay, appealing to a broad audience of the XR studio’s fans.

Steel Wool Studios, which had an early financial boost with a $5 million investment from HTC back in 2016, has been known for its notable contributions to VR gaming. These include “Hello Neighbor: Search and Rescue” released in 2023, “FNAF: Help Wanted” in 2019, and its sequel a year ago in 2024.

Yet, with the latest release date announcement for the next “FNAF” installment, any indication of PSVR 2 support has been conspicuously omitted from their marketing materials. This includes the game’s PlayStation Store page, which previously mentioned the option for PSVR 2 support, as confirmed by web archive snapshots, only to have that mention completely erased now.

The only recent nod to PSVR 2 came through a PlayStation post about the game’s release date on February 12th, but even that post has since disappeared. The studio has remained tight-lipped about future plans regarding PSVR 2 support, leaving fans to wonder if the PC versions—available soon on the likes of Epic Games Store and Steam—might still offer a VR option.

We’re eagerly awaiting a response from Steel Wool Studios to clarify these details and will keep you updated as soon as more information becomes available. The question is whether this is an indication of a postponed VR launch or signals another release strategy altogether.

In “FNAF: Secret of the Mimic,” players are whisked away to the eerie and deserted workshop of Murray’s Costume Manor. Your mission is to uncover the secrets left behind by the elusive inventor, Edwin Murray. The game promises an intriguing premise: the Mimic is a prototype endoskeleton capable of donning any disguise and transforming into characters, even those that haunt your nightmares.

You’ll rely solely on your brainpower, a couple of clever gadgets, and a redacted corporate dossier to navigate this adventure. As you endeavor to secure Fazbear’s coveted prototype tech, you’ll face enigmatic clues while a relentless shadow stalks you, determined to eliminate any uninvited guests.

Don’t miss the trailer below for a sneak peek at what awaits: