After years of speculation, Sony officially unveiled the PlayStation 5 Pro last month, though the announcement was not without its challenges. The $700 price point has sparked some controversy, and the absence of an included disc drive has also been met with disapproval. Nevertheless, Hideaki Nishino, co-CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has reaffirmed the company's dedication to both versions of the PS5, along with a planned 10-year lifecycle for this console generation.
During an interview with Variety, Nishino expressed his satisfaction that "the most engaged gaming users are interested in the PS5 Pro" and conveyed his confidence that "new users will also embrace the PS5 Pro." Nishino further explained, "We design everything with foresight in mind. It's not just about taking the next step without considering the future. Our approach ensures that the 10-year generation cycle remains intact."
The PlayStation 4 Pro was launched in 2016, just four years before the debut of the PlayStation 5. Despite this, PlayStation 4 games are still being produced, extending its lifecycle to 11 years, even as the PS5 has been Sony's primary focus since 2020. Will Sony delay the release of the PlayStation 6 until 2028-2030 if Microsoft introduces another generational upgrade to the Xbox first? Nishino did not directly address this question but emphasized that the PlayStation 5 Pro is not a next-gen console.
"I want to clarify that the Pro is not a next-gen console," Nishino stated. "It remains within the PS5 generation. The PS5 Pro will offer all the features of the PS5. It's a matter of consumer choice. If they desire enhanced visuals, they will opt for it. We aim to provide options within the current generation." The PlayStation 5 Pro is set to launch on November 7.
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