Educational App Climate Station Now Available For PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR 2

Recently, there has been a spin of controversy on educational releases for consoles. Specifically Nintendo Switch 2, the announcement for its ‘Welcome Tour’ was met with backlash when learning it would be digital only and not a provided experience for the console’s release. It was when users discovered it would cost $10 that many really stood their ground on what they won’t buy for the new hardware.

But on another spectrum at PlayStation, Sony Interactive Entertainment has rolled out Climate Station – a free educational app that explores the understanding of the ever-changing atmospheric conditions for Earth. You can watch the launch trailer in the video below:

“Developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, as part of our collaboration with the United Nations Playing for the Planet Alliance, Climate Station turns complex data into an immersive, interactive experience. Whether you’re a curious explorer, a data detective, or just looking for something totally unique to dive into, this free app available today on PS5 and PS VR2 is your gateway to understanding the forces shaping our world.

“Harnessing the same tech innovations used in blockbuster games, Climate Station delivers a seamless, visually rich experience. On PS5, you’ll navigate a fully interactive globe, zooming into climate events and data layers with the DualSense controller. On PS VR2, the experience becomes even more immersive – reach out with your PS VR2 Sense controllers and manipulate the Earth itself.”

PlayStation Studios senior director of strategic developments and operations Dan Bardino added: “Climate Station kicks off with a guided tour. As you complete each section, new features unlock — opening up more ways to play, explore, and uncover the hidden stories behind the climate across four modes. […] Climate Station is an invitation to understand the complexities of climate change and raise awareness.”

Do you plan to try out Climate Station?

Climate Station is out now for PlayStation 5 & PlayStation VR 2.

Source: PlayStation Blog