Shuhei Yoshida is one executive who makes things happen at Sony. He ensures that the PlayStation is armed and ready for the global console wars.
During the Tokyo Game Show 2015, Yoshida described what the gamer geeks have been expecting for so long — a virtual reality helmet, now called PlayStation VR.
Users who tested the gadget on a few demos provided very encouraging feedback. Yoshida explained that all developers aim to create things that amaze the player, and each of them actively searches for that wow factor that can set their release apart from the competition.
"Using VR tech, it's so easy, it's almost unfair. It's like an ultimate weapon," he pointed out. Referring to the positive effect of virtual reality on the future of gaming, the Japanese developer stated that it will be the best way to offer "exciting experiences for consumers."
Another opportunity for gaming companies, big or small, lies in the impressive results that can be obtained with limited resources. Yoshida gave the example of Headmaster, a soccer game produced by an indie developer that fares tremendously well due to its smart idea and engaging gameplay.
Sony acknowledges that it must make constant upgrades and improvements to its own titles so that fans stay happy and involved.
Scheduling the tasks properly is a crucial aspect when delivering high-quality games, and sometimes meeting the deadline and staying within budget is a challenge, Yoshida explained.
"Lots of games now are trying to provide an open world setting," remarked the Sony executive.
Freedom in the open world universes is increasingly popular, but the total liberty for gamers to accomplish tasks whenever they feel like it comes at a price, lengthening the development time.
"It's always a challenge to make the game development more efficient, and be able to release titles in a timely fashion," Yoshida concluded.
The Sony executive promised that PlayStation VR will have around 10 titles ready for play when it launches. The release date for the device is not yet decided, but the company promised that it will happen in 2016.
