Sony Thinks PS5 Will Be Used ‘For a Long Time Like PS4’

Hideaki Nishino, co-CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, said the company expects PS5 have legs similar to PS4. However, the company has no plans to delay the launch of the PS6 as it deems it necessary to keep up with technological advancements while supporting older consoles.

The PS4 and PS5 were built to last a while, and the PS6 will be no different

During an interview with Japanese publication Famitsu, Nishino was asked about future prospects considering the longevity of the PS4, in response to which he replied that the PS5 “will be around for a long time, just like the PS4” .

“I don’t think it’s fair to delay the release of the next product with new technology because it [PS5] will be here for a long time,” Nishino added. “I think it’s important to bring new things while playing with the ones that are currently in operation, and to expand overall.”

In response to a separate question, Nishino said the PS4 was built to last and the PS5 is no different. As for the PS6, he says Sony wants to introduce hardware that lasts a long time and combine that effort with the introduction of new technology for gamers.

“We believe that products are launched with a balance between technology, price and schedule,” concluded Nishino.