What's Happening?
Beat Saber, a popular virtual reality rhythm game, has introduced 'Gabriela' by the international girl group Katseye as its latest Shock Drop. The song, which gained popularity on TikTok, is available for purchase on the Meta Horizon Store for Quest headsets and Steam for PC VR. Katseye, formed through the YouTube reality show Dream Academy in 2023, consists of members from the US, South Korea, Switzerland, and the Philippines. 'Gabriela' is described as a Gen Z take on classic songs like Dolly Parton's 'Jolene'. This release marks the sixth Shock Drop in the past year, following tracks by artists such as Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish. Notably, this track will not be available on PlayStation VR and PS VR2, as Meta has ceased releasing new content for Sony's platform.
Why It's Important?
The addition of 'Gabriela' to Beat Saber highlights the game's ongoing strategy to incorporate viral and culturally relevant music into its offerings, appealing to a younger, tech-savvy audience. This move reflects the growing influence of social media platforms like TikTok in shaping music trends and consumer preferences. By continuously updating its music library, Beat Saber maintains its position as a leading VR game, enhancing user engagement and expanding its reach. The decision to exclude PlayStation platforms from new content releases may impact Sony's VR market share, as Meta focuses on its own ecosystem.
