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Console generations typically have a long gap between their lifespans, ensuring maximum sales and providing the companies enough time to actually create an amazing system. The PlayStation 1 and the PlayStation 2 had six years between them, and the PlayStation 3 added another six years before it launched. However, while the PlayStation 4 Pro only came out a few months ago, analysts are already predicting that the PlayStation 5 could debut as soon as 2018.
With the ever changing landscape of the video game industry, the future of consoles has been somewhat uncertain of late. Questions with regard to console generation and consoles, in general, have been in the mind of analysts, with some saying that the game boxes would emulate how the PC market works. Damian Thong of Macquarie Capital Securities predicts otherwise, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Thong’s remarks are not to be taken lightly as he has an established track record for foreseeing trends. For example, he correctly stated that Sony would be releasing a PlayStation 4 Pro. Then again, it’s worth noting that even if he is right in his predictions, it’s unlikely for the Japanese company to reveal anything until at least next year’s E3.
There’s also the fact that the current trend that both Microsoft and Sony are following to indicate that the previous rules were long since thrown out the window, Slash Gear reports. As a result, it really wouldn’t be all that surprising if the PS5 really does end up making an appearance at E3 2018.
Now, one of the reasons that the media is citing with regards to the motivations behind the early release of a next generation PlayStation console is the launch of the Xbox One Scorpio. Currently branded as the single most powerful gaming console in the market, there is a good reason for Sony to feel some pressure to respond.
However, considering how well the PS4 has and continues to perform in sales, it’s worth taking this prediction with a sizable grain of salt. There’s a reason why Rockstar hasn’t released Grand Theft Auto 6 after all; GTA V is still making a lot of money.
