PS4K information (~2x GPU power w/ clock+, new CPU, price, tent. Q1 2017)
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digoutyoursoul
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They don't have a VR coming out do they? Why are they bringing out a upgrade? When I read Spencer's comments I thought he was alluding to next gen (or next next gen whatever lol)
Microsoft reading these comments like
Ehh, there doing the same deal pretty much.
BibiMaghoo
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This is a huge mistake. I can't contemplate why they would think this a smart move. This makes me want to cancel my PSVR, as it seems I would need to buy a new system for the best out of it.
bender
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The bits about the CPU in the OP make me skeptical. Isn't the CPU the Achilles' heel of the PS4? Seems like that is the first thing they'd want to upgrade.
On the other hand, an upgrade makes complete sense if Sony is making a big push for VR.
StrikeFirst117
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I swear to fucking Christ they better not mess with Persona 5 trying to prop it up for it.
Dunno what to think really, already have a very capable gaming rig, I'll probably get the NX and wait a year or two for the PS4K provided they don't hold games hostage which is my real concern here.
Dunno what to think really, already have a very capable gaming rig, I'll probably get the NX and wait a year or two for the PS4K provided they don't hold games hostage which is my real concern here.
outunderthestars
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You don't need to replace your PS4. Why is this so hard for people to understand?
NX, Xbox 1.5 and PS4K fell bad for all the retail people
Planning my future as I speak. lol
Nope. Not a bad bump, but not the best one either. It just means the PS4K will be outdated by launch if Pascal launches this year. Then that Weird Al song All About the Pentiums will finally be true
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They need to do 3 things for it to work for me:
1) Upgrade program for those who own a PS4.
2) Games are still made for the PS4 as the main target, then ported over to the PS4K.
3) They don't do any PS4K exclusive games.
Really worried about how they'll implement it. If they develop games for the PS4K as the main target then just port over to the PS4 I'd imagine a lot of people would be pissed. There also shouldn't be any major gameplay differences, keep the changes to a higher resolution, better AA, lighting and higher FPS. Online mode should ev running at the same frame rate to be honest.
1) Upgrade program for those who own a PS4.
2) Games are still made for the PS4 as the main target, then ported over to the PS4K.
3) They don't do any PS4K exclusive games.
Really worried about how they'll implement it. If they develop games for the PS4K as the main target then just port over to the PS4 I'd imagine a lot of people would be pissed. There also shouldn't be any major gameplay differences, keep the changes to a higher resolution, better AA, lighting and higher FPS. Online mode should ev running at the same frame rate to be honest.
#4theplayers
Microsoft reading these comments like
Microsoft is going to be the same damn thing. The exact same thing.
Aceofspades
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MatrixMan.EXE
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Good job it won't happen.
jimbobsmells
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Something smells fishy about this, especially the part where devs have kits without Sony deciding on the CPU.
meanspartan
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But you gain every other advantage PC has, including much better sales.
Not to mention the price of PC gaming and the need for constant upgrades is greatly overstated. I had my Radeon 7850 for over three years and only replaced it because my friend offered me his 280x for $50. Up until the end I was getting good framerates on High Settings in 1080p. And this is with a now a six year old AMD Phenom CPU and 8gb of RAM.
If you buy a $200-300 card, you are typically in good shape for at least 3 years unless you have to always be on the cutting edge with maximum settings.
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Deleted member 752119
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The bolded is a big thing for me. I'm much more ok upgrading parts than whole consoles every few years. That's just wasteful, not environmentally friendly and a hassle as it's more of a pain in the ass to sell a console than a video card etc. when you upgrade.
Myspcr_Shadow
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I don't mind this at all. I remember someone saying that the ps4 should remain the lead platform that way it takes advantage of all the power of OG ps4 and ps4k juts helps it run better like 60fps /4kresolution
SplitYourInfinities
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This thread so far:
TheHighFlyingBirds
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TLG PS4K exclusive
Yes, some games will probably do that.
That said I expect a lot to just make even better graphics and/or framerates at 1080p because that's what the vast majority of their customers will be running the games at anyway.
Black Mantis
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Bit of a kick in the teeth for existing PS4 owners, with the lack of a trade-in offer. Really glad I decided to wait to pick one up now.
I don't believe it's even remotely possible, but on the off chance they released a console that can play games at 4K will this require the games that we have to install to be much larger? Current ps4 games can take up 50gb or more. Hopefully they include some enormous hard drives.
The best is back from the grave
So good. Seeing Deep Down in the OP really was the best part about it lol.
BruceLeeRoy
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I don't understand people doing this unless they really only care about PC games. The only reason I am building a PC now is because MS is releasing all of their exclusives their. If they weren't I wouldn't be doing it.
PeskyToaster
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I thought the PS4 was more CPU constrained than GPU constrained? Either way if I could get ~$200 for a PS4 I would easily buy a PS4K at 400 or 500.
I agree, might not be true but it feels like there are way less games, all those smaller AA games that came out early last gen. Right now this gen it feels like big AAA games and remasters
I think you missed the point, their general message was about keeping things the way they have always been.
Guardian Monkey
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Well for one its not April 1st anywhere in the world.
THE:MILKMAN
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I'm confused again. OP says 2X GPU power plus clock increase.
So more than 2X?
So more than 2X?
CosmicQueso
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Option 8: All of the Above
Where are we at?
I'm at *Popcorn*
ElephantShell
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Depending on how this goes for Sony, is it possible they change their mind or is it too late for that?
xKilltheMx
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Posting in an amazing thread.
The info. The meltdowns. The Hyperbole.
In for PS4k.
The info. The meltdowns. The Hyperbole.
In for PS4k.
Devilgunman
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If I can still play new upcoming games, why should I be upset?
dgrdsv
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Bloodborne 2 to run at 30FPS on PS4k and 10 on PS4
Relax, PS4K is only 2x faster so it will run at 15fps on PS4.
You're kinda missing the point.
I'm at bargaining. Looking for the best trade in deal lol.
Where are we at?
Someone please explain to me exactly how this will "kill Playstation and Sony"?
Are you all that daft? I fail to see how it will. Do you guys think everyone will:
A) Sell their PS4 and move to Xbox (who are also doing the same thing).
B) Move to PC where it's even more expensive to upgrade.
C) Give up their favourite hobby.
Come on man, what's wrong with you all? You'll all just eventually buy it anyway so why moan about it now? It's happening and the way I see it is, either accept the situation or give up gaming all together.
Are you all that daft? I fail to see how it will. Do you guys think everyone will:
A) Sell their PS4 and move to Xbox (who are also doing the same thing).
B) Move to PC where it's even more expensive to upgrade.
C) Give up their favourite hobby.
Come on man, what's wrong with you all? You'll all just eventually buy it anyway so why moan about it now? It's happening and the way I see it is, either accept the situation or give up gaming all together.
orthodoxy1095
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I believe you Cornbread.
I'm still reserving judgement. I need more info on what this will mean for my gaming experience.
I'm still reserving judgement. I need more info on what this will mean for my gaming experience.