As of January 2023, the competition between PlayStation 4 (PS4) and PlayStation 5 (PS5) for the lead in sales in Japan has been heating up. According to official figures, the PS4 has outsold the PS5 by 50,295 units in the last 12 months. It is worth noting that the PS4 is currently ahead of the PS5 by 5.45 million units.
The Players' Choice: Best of PS5 polls opened a little over a week ago to allow players to vote on their favorite PS5 games. Players are able to vote for the game they think is the best of the bunch, so that developers can be rewarded for their hard work. Stray, a new adventure game developed by BlueTwelve Studio and published by Annapurna Interactive, is playable now on PS4 and PS5, and PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members get to enjoy a free copy of the game, which is sure to be a hit with fans of the genre.
Atomic Heart, a sci-fi action game developed by Mundfish, is now available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S consoles. If you're wondering whether the current-gen versions offer the same experience as the next-gen ones, the answer is yes. The game will run at 30fps on all platforms, and the visual differences between the versions are minimal. The game also comes with some unique features exclusive to the PS4 and PS5 versions.
CRYMACHINA is a sci-fi hack-and-slash action game developed by G-rounding and published by Happinet. It launches July 6 in Japan for PS5, PS4, and Switch, and this fall worldwide alongside a PC version. Players take control of the titular CRYMACHINA and battle against larger-than-life foes, while solving puzzles and exploring the expansive world that awaits.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is an action role-playing game developed by Bethesda. It was released in 2011 and is available on PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra tiers. Players explore the world of Tamriel and embark on a journey to save the world from the evil forces that threaten it. The game comes with improved visuals and enhanced gameplay, making it a must-play for fans of the series.
Adrenaline-Pumping Action is a hypnotic scramble of early first-person shooter design developed by Super Rare Originals. The game is currently available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players take control of a powerful robotic warrior and battle against a variety of enemies, including giant robots and mutant creatures. The game features a unique blend of fast-paced action, exploration, and puzzle-solving.
In conclusion, PS4 and PS5 both have their advantages and disadvantages. The PS4 is currently ahead in terms of sales in Japan, but the PS5 is slowly gaining ground. Both consoles offer a wide variety of new and upcoming games, so it's up to the players to decide which console they prefer. Players can also take advantage of the free games available through PlayStation Plus, making it an even better value.
