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Why a PlayStation 5 is the Game Console You've Been Waiting For

The PlayStation brand has become synonymous with quality. And the PlayStation 5 won’t just be the next PlayStation, it will be the PlayStation console that finally brings true next-gen technology to gamers everywhere.

In this article, we’ll cover what a PlayStation 5 could be, if Sony decides to continue its PlayStation strategy. It’s a strategy that’s paid off for them thus far, so it’s not outside the realm of possibility. So read on to discover everything you ever wanted to know about a PlayStation 5.

What Is the PlayStation 5?

The PlayStation 4 is currently Sony’s top-selling console, having sold over 70 million units as of January 2019 - making it the best-selling home console of all time. The PlayStation 3 is in second place with over 82 million sales, and the PlayStation 2 holds down the fort with over 154 million sales.

So far, Sony has announced two new PlayStations - the PlayStation 4 and the PlayStation 4 Slim - as well as one PlayStation 3 console. The future of the PlayStation brand is looking very promising, with rumors and reports of a PlayStation 5 surfacing from time to time.

The PlayStation 5 could be the next-generation console that Sony envisioned for the original PlayStation all those years ago. Or it could be the first new console from Sony in a decade. We just don’t know for sure.

Better Graphics

One thing that’s for sure is that the PlayStation 5 will have better graphics than the PlayStation 4. The PlayStation 4 Pro can boost games from the console’s original library to 4K resolution, but it can’t do better than that - it’s a step backward when it comes to visuals. The upcoming PS5, however, could take full advantage of the console’s new architecture to boost games even more - to the level of the Xbox One X.

Better yet, a PlayStation 5 could feature true next-gen graphics - drawing on the legacy of the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro while ushering in a new era of graphical fidelity.

Better Performance

The PlayStation 4 Pro outperforms the original PlayStation 4 in many ways, but there’s one area where it falls short - performance. The PS4 Pro is essentially a mid-generation upgrade, improving on the performance of the original console but skipping the ultra-powerful Pro model entirely.

What’s more, the PS4 Pro didn’t have much of a presence in the living room - it was more of a home theater PC than a gaming console. The potential for a PlayStation 5, however, is unlike anything we’ve seen before.

With the introduction of AMD’s new graphics architecture, PlayStation 5 could easily outperform the PS4 Pro and original PlayStation 4 with ease. A more powerful console with more architectural headroom would be a dream come true for anyone who’s ever wanted to play a game on a buttery-smooth 60fps.

Built-In Streaming Service

The ability to stream games over the internet has become standard fare in today’s gaming world. The PS3 already had the ability to stream games, and the PS4 added support for Gaikai as well.

What’s more, Sony has a history of integrating services into its consoles. The company forged an agreement with Netflix to bundle its streaming service into every Blu-ray player that it sells.

It makes sense, then, that Sony would integrate a streaming service into its next-generation console. A PlayStation 5 could easily support a wide variety of streaming services, from YouTube to Twitch to Amazon Prime Video.

And if it comes with the ability to stream games over the internet, all the better.

PlayStation Vue Like Service

Sony’s foray into the world of cord-cutting entertainment services began with the PlayStation Vue streaming service. The service, which was exclusive to the PlayStation 4 for a brief time, offered live TV and on-demand streaming through a subscription service.

With the PlayStation 5, Sony could take its gaming and entertainment partnerships to the next level by bundling a streaming service with the console. A PlayStation 5 could easily support the same Vue contract that the PlayStation 4 supports (though probably with more channels).

What’s more, Vue is just one example of how a PlayStation 5 could integrate a streaming service. A PlayStation 5 could easily support other video streaming services as well.

Final Fantasy VII Remake

Final Fantasy VII is one of the most celebrated games of all time, and it’s also one of the most ported games of all time. The game saw releases on just about every conceivable platform, and it’s one of the few PlayStation games that was also released on the original PlayStation.

With the upcoming Final Fantasy VII Remake, fans have high expectations for the game - and for the PlayStation 5. While the game is still in development, though, there’s a possibility that Sony could release the game on the original PlayStation.

The original Final Fantasy VII is one of the most acclaimed games of all time, and re-releasing it on the original hardware would be a dream come true for fans of the series. It’d be a perfect way to celebrate the PlayStation’s 30th anniversary.

Sony’s New IP

Sony has been making incredible games for the PlayStation for a very long time, but it’s had some missteps along the way. Sony’s new IP, then, could be a new franchise that has yet to be seen on a PlayStation console.

It’s possible that a new IP could be a first-party or third-party game, or it could be an exclusive title for the PlayStation 5. Whatever the case may be, a new PlayStation exclusive could usher in a new era for the company.

What a PlayStation 5 Console Could Do

Increased power, a dedicated streaming service, and more first-party and third-party exclusives - that’s what a PlayStation 5 could deliver.

Increased power would allow developers to take full advantage of the console’s hardware, boosting graphics and performance to new levels and ushering in a new era of game design.

A dedicated streaming service, meanwhile, would remove all doubt that Sony has finally united gaming and entertainment under one roof.

A wide variety of streaming services would be supported by a PlayStation 5, giving players many more ways to consume content - whether that’s live TV, video on demand, or gaming streams.

And with more development time and resources, first-party and third-party games would easily be pushed into the realm of greatness.

What a PlayStation 5 Console Could Do

If you’ve read this far, it’s clear that a PlayStation 5 could be incredible. Let’s take a look at what a PlayStation 5 could really do.

A more powerful console would allow developers to push graphics and framerate to new levels, giving players a truly immersive gaming experience. Furthermore, a more powerful console would allow developers to take full advantage of the hardware to create richer, more immersive titles.

A dedicated streaming service would allow game developers to take full advantage of the hardware and integrate streaming seamlessly into their games.

A more powerful console with more architectural headroom would be a dream come true for anyone who’s ever wanted to play a game on a buttery-smooth 60fps.

A dedicated streaming service would allow game developers to take full advantage of the hardware and integrate streaming seamlessly into their games.

A more powerful console with more architectural headroom would be a dream come true for anyone who’s ever wanted to play a game on a buttery-smooth 60fps.

Conclusion

The PlayStation 5 could be the next-generation console that Sony envisioned for the original PlayStation all those years ago. Or it could be the first new console from Sony in a decade. We just don’t know for sure.

If you’ve read this far, it’s clear that a PlayStation 5 could be incredible. Let’s take a look at what a PlayStation 5 could really do.