The wait might be over soon! The PlayStation 5 will probably launch in India later this year. So, if you want to invest in the latest Sony gaming console, the year-end can be profitable. At this time, the information regarding PlayStation 5 is limited. However, we would like to share all that we know about it.
Hence, do read further for all the crucial information regarding PlayStation. After all, gaming is increasing day by day. By all means, it is an exciting prospect to play games on a dedicated console.
WHAT EXACTLY IS PLAYSTATION?
Do you remember the days when we used to attach video game sets to our TV? There were various cassettes of multiple games in the market. Furthermore, we used to insert these cassettes and play with friends via remotes.
In the same way, the latest PlayStations (PS) are advanced consoles which can play high graphic games. Previously, Sony made handheld consoles on which you could play games. Some of them still exist in the market. However, the craze of playing games on big-screen TVs has increased.
To sum up, you can attach the latest PS to your TV (with an HDMI port). Furthermore, you can purchase CDs or DVDs of your favourite games and play. Apart from CDs, you can download games with a PS account too.
BRIEF HISTORY OF PLAYSTATION
| NAME | RELEASE MONTH AND YEAR |
| PlayStation | December 1994 |
| PS One | July 2000 |
| PlayStation 2 | October 2000 |
| PlayStation 3 | November 2006 |
| PlayStation 4 | November 2013 |
| PlayStation 5 | November 2020 (Expected) |
Importantly, the release months of PlayStation models vary depending on different regions. Despite this fact, the Indian customers can expect the console to launch in the month of November 2020.
PLAYSTATION 5 PRICE DETAILS
It should be noted that PlayStation 5 will compete with Xbox series X. Therefore, you can apprehend the price to be similar to that of the latest Xbox.
Interestingly, PS5 will offer you choices. Thus, the prices will differ too. For instance, the digital console may cost you around ₹ 30000/-. On the contrary, the conventional disc version might cost around ₹ 37000/-. Although, it should be noted that the actual selling price will be higher due to taxes. (These prices are estimated based on the PS5 cost in other regions. No official word at this time.)
Hence, you can expect the PS5 to cost between the ₹ 50K – ₹ 60 K range. However, the prices can still differ if Sony decides to alter certain parameters for the Indian market.
PS 5 VITAL DETAILS
The manufacturers will provide you with two options- Either choose the digital console or the disc-based one.
Thus, if you have good internet connectivity and prefer downloading games online, the digital console will be a better option. On the contrary, the disc-based console will be convenient for offline gamers.
Hence, you will have to purchase CDs or DVDs of your favourite games. This is a good product for customers who do not have a stable internet connection.
Altogether, Sony has made no compromises between the hardware of both consoles. It is just a matter of personal preference. Hence, the flexibility offered by Sony is favourable for many customers.
PLAYSTATION 5 DESIGN AND FIRST LOOK
The overall look of PlayStation 5 is clean and elegant. The colours used are mostly a combination of black and white. A general feel of this console will be, indeed, ‘futuristic’.
The controller looks compact and ergonomic. The digital console variant is slimmer than the traditional disc oriented version.
PS 5 ACCESSORIES
When companies launch new products, they equip certain accessories to it. Similarly, the PS5 will get new tools. This will certainly enhance the gaming experience.
The list of fresh gadgets according to the PS blog is as follows:
- Wireless controller.
- Wireless headset.
- HD camera.
- Media remote.
- Charging station.
PS 5 TECHNICAL DETAILS IN BRIEF
For all the tech fanatics, these technical details about PS5 can, indeed, prove beneficial:
| Brand | Sony |
| Memory | 16 GB GDDR6/ 256-bit |
| Internal Storage | 825 GB SSD |
| Optical drive | 4K Ultra HD |
| GPU | RDNA 2 |
| Expandable storage | NVMe SSD |
The inclusion of SSD definitely expands the prospects of fluent gameplay. All in all, games will load faster and won’t lag irrespective of their interface complexities. Furthermore, the audio quality will get a clear ramp-up. Therefore, get ready for a potential game-changer in the gaming world.
SO, WHICH NEW GAMES WILL I GET TO PLAY?
This is a crucial question, isn’t it? New gaming consoles are often accompanied with exclusive games. Accordingly, the Sony PlayStation 5 will provide new games to their customers. The following are some new games which you can play on PS5:
- Demon’s soul.
- Marvel’s Spiderman.
- Astro’s playroom.
- Final Fantasy XVI.
- God of War: Ragnarok.
- Mortal Kombat X.
- Hogwarts Legacy.
- Borderlands 3.
- Deathloop.
- Control.
Some of these games are exclusive whereas some are available on different platforms too. On the whole, these games are, indeed, top-notch and addictive. Therefore, you can certainly enjoy playing these games for a decent amount of time.
CAN I PLAY PS4 GAMES ON PS5?
You can play most of the PS4 games on PS5. At this time, information regarding backward compatibility is limited. Hence, you can stay glued to our blogs for any updates regarding this matter. Subsequently, news from credible sources will always get included in our blogs as per your requirement.
Nevertheless, the compatibility of PS4 games with PS5 will most probably be high and positive.
THE FINAL TAKE
As time progresses, further details of the PlayStation 5 will become more evident. At this time, you can watch some cool trailers of the games mentioned in this blog. Thereupon, you can decide your favourites for a possible purchase ahead. If you want a detailed review after the PS5 launch in India, let us know in the comments section. In the meanwhile, you can explore our blog on the best PS4 games which you can buy. Subsequently, most of these games will most probably be compatible with the PS5.
