PlayStation 4: Setting the Stage for Its Honorable Exit đđŽ
The beloved PS4, that console that kept us company through so many sleepless nights, is about to pass into better life. Sony has announced that it will begin withdrawing official support starting from 2026, paving the way definitively for the PS5 era. A sad moment for our hearts, but inevitable for our eyes, which already demand more FPS and better resolution. đĸđ
"The PS4 was like that loyal friend who never let you down, but the time comes to let it go... to make room for the new friend with RGB lights"
Why Is Sony Making This Decision?
The reasons are as clear as 4K graphics:
- Technical limitations: The PS4 can't keep up anymore (and neither can the developers)
- Focus on PS5: 90% of the effort goes where the future is
- Maintenance costs: Supporting two generations doesn't come free
What It Means for You, PS4 Player
Get ready for:
- Games that will no longer receive updates
- Some new titles that won't come to your console
- Online services that will migrate to PS5
- Seeing your friends with PS5 boasting ultra-fast loading times đ
The Positive Side: Opportunities in the Transition
For developers and artists:
- Fewer technical limitations = more creativity
- New development tools to exploit
- Opportunity to learn next-gen techniques
And for players, Sony offers trade-in programs and PS5 backward compatibility, which ensures your game library isn't lost. On foro3d, you'll find guides to get the most out of your PS4 while the upgrade moment arrives. đģ
A Record of Longevity
To put it in perspective:
- 10+ years of support (an eternity in technology)
- 117 million units sold
- 3 generations of players united
As an internet sage said: "Every console has two deaths: when they stop making it and when you stop playing it". The PS4 will clearly stay alive in many homes... even if just as retro decoration. đšī¸