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Construct 3 vs PlayStation VR2

Construct 3 logo

Construct 3

Software

Create games without coding. Powered by the Scirra engine.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
PlayStation VR2 logo

PlayStation VR2

Software

Next-gen VR gaming for PlayStation 5

From
$399/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Construct 3 has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Construct 3 the free version caps projects at 50 events, or 25 when used without an account; PlayStation VR2 oLED displays produce screen door effect and mura artifacts affecting image clarity
  • They diverge on capability: Construct 3 covers Visual event system, PlayStation VR2 covers 4K HDR display.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Construct 3 and PlayStation VR2 actually diverge.

Attributes where Construct 3 and PlayStation VR2 differ
AttributeConstruct 3PlayStation VR2
Starting priceFree$399/one-time
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, WebPlayStation 5, PC (with adapter, reduced features)
Founded20072022

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Construct 3

  • Visual event system
  • Drag-and-drop editor
  • Physics engine
  • Sprite editor
  • Particle effects
  • Sound effects
  • Web-based
  • HTML5 support

Only in PlayStation VR2

  • 4K HDR display
  • Eye tracking
  • Haptic feedback
  • 3D audio
  • PlayStation Store
  • PS5 integration
  • PC adapter
  • Vr support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Construct 3

  • Building 2D browser games without writing codenot PlayStation VR2
  • Publishing HTML5 games to the web, desktop and mobile stores from one projectnot PlayStation VR2

PlayStation VR2

  • VR Gamingnot Construct 3
  • AR Marketingnot Construct 3
  • Virtual Trainingnot Construct 3
  • 3D Visualizationnot Construct 3
  • Immersive Experiencesnot Construct 3

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Construct 3

  • The free version caps projects at 50 events, or 25 when used without an account
  • Free projects are limited to 2 layers, 2 special effects, 1 timeline animation of up to 5 seconds and 1 web font
  • The free version can only publish to HTML5 and the Construct Arcade, so desktop, Android, iOS and Facebook Instant Games all need a paid plan
  • Licences are per seat and annual, at $129.99 for Personal, $168.99 for Startup Business and $468.99 for Business

PlayStation VR2

  • OLED displays produce screen door effect and mura artifacts affecting image clarity
  • Fresnel lenses create small sweet spot with issues for prescription glasses wearers
  • Requires tethering to PS5 console limiting mobility compared to standalone headsets
  • Limited exclusive game library compared to established platforms
  • PC support loses approximately 30% of VR2 unique features

Pricing, plan by plan

Construct 3

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Web-based editor
    • HTML5 export
    • Asset library
  • Personal$99/year
    • All Free features
    • Offline editor
    • Advanced export

PlayStation VR2

$399/one-time

No published plan breakdown. See the PlayStation VR2 review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Construct 3 if

  • You need visual event system.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want drag-and-drop editor.
Construct 3 review

Choose PlayStation VR2 if

  • You need 4k hdr display.
  • You work on PlayStation 5, PC (with adapter, reduced features).
  • You also want eye tracking.
PlayStation VR2 review

Questions people ask

Is Construct 3 or PlayStation VR2 better?
Neither clearly leads. Construct 3 starts at Free and PlayStation VR2 at $399/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Construct 3 or PlayStation VR2?
Construct 3 has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Construct 3 and $399/one-time for PlayStation VR2.
Does Construct 3 or PlayStation VR2 run on more platforms?
Construct 3 runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web. PlayStation VR2 runs on PlayStation 5, PC (with adapter, reduced features).
Can I use Construct 3 for free?
Yes. Construct 3 has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. PlayStation VR2 starts at $399/one-time.
What is Construct 3 best used for?
Construct 3 is most often used for building 2d browser games without writing code, publishing html5 games to the web, desktop and mobile stores from one project. Of those, building 2d browser games without writing code and publishing html5 games to the web, desktop and mobile stores from one project are not what PlayStation VR2 is typically brought in for.
What can Construct 3 do that PlayStation VR2 cannot?
Construct 3 covers Visual event system, Drag-and-drop editor, Physics engine, Sprite editor. PlayStation VR2 covers 4K HDR display, Eye tracking, Haptic feedback, 3D audio.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

PlayStation VR2: What is the price of PlayStation VR2?

PlayStation VR2 is priced at $399 USD, which remained unchanged in 2026 while competing headsets like Meta Quest 3 saw price increases.

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PlayStation VR2: What are the display specifications for PlayStation VR2?

PlayStation VR2 features dual OLED displays at 2000 x 2040 resolution per eye with foveated rendering, built-in eye-tracking, haptic feedback in both headset and Sense controllers, inside-out tracking, and approximately 110-degree field of view.

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PlayStation VR2: What platforms does PlayStation VR2 work with?

PlayStation VR2 is exclusively designed for PlayStation 5, connecting via single USB-C cable. Since 2026, a PC adapter is available, though users lose about 30% of VR2's unique features when gaming on PC.

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PlayStation VR2: What is included in the PlayStation VR2 box?

The PSVR2 package includes the VR2 headset, two PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers, USB-C connection cable, stereo headphones, and three pairs of earpieces in small, medium, and large sizes.

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