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Apple May Bring Controller Support to Vision Pro: A Game-Changer for Immersive VR

Apple May Bring Controller Support to Vision Pro: A Game-Changer for Immersive VR

Apple might be gearing up to make a bold move in the VR space. According to a recent report from The Information, the tech giant is reportedly working on a new pair of dedicated controllers for Vision Pro—and they might look a lot like the ones used for Sony’s PSVR 2. These controllers could debut as early as WWDC 2025.

While the Vision Pro’s current focus has been hand and eye tracking, this potential hardware shift suggests Apple is taking immersive gaming more seriously. The report states that Apple has been experimenting with physical controllers that feature thumbsticks and haptics, similar to what gamers are used to on other headsets like the PlayStation VR2.

Notably, the internal project—codenamed internally as a “Vision Controller”—has apparently been in development for years, indicating Apple always considered this an optional next step.

So why does this matter? For starters, the lack of physical controllers has limited Vision Pro’s appeal to serious gamers and developers. Adding tactile inputs could:

Enhance gameplay accuracy for VR shooters and action titles
Expand compatibility with more complex VR games
Make Vision Pro more competitive with the likes of Meta Quest 3 and Valve Index

Imagine combining Apple’s eye-tracking precision with the controller fidelity of PSVR 2—that could elevate the entire spatial computing experience.

(Also curious how Vision Pro stacks up to others? Check out our deep dive on the best full body tracking VR headsets and the Meta Quest 3 review).

While this is still a rumor, if you’ve been on the fence about the Vision Pro for gaming, this may be the development that changes everything. Keep your eyes on WWDC 2025—Apple might finally bring a game-changing upgrade to the table.