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Now this new era has shaken off cynical doom-mongering, where does Playstation 4 go from here?
As was pointed out by readers of my speculative Xbox One piece, it’s difficult to tell precisely where any system is heading.
There are too many variables to be certain, and some developments can’t be predicted. All the same, I do think there’s something really quite special about the PS4 despite its lack of a killer-app this Christmas.
If put to the test, I’d wager that the system’s social aspects will be a quiet revelation in how we play over the next decade.
The ability to get help on difficult stages hasn’t materialised yet, but it promises a medium with increasingly fewer barriers between players. Considering how heavily Sony have been pushing friend activity on the dashboard, I don’t see things changing course.
Then we come to sharing. This feature – both on Xbox One and PS4 – is ground-breaking in a couple of regards. Firstly, the ease of throwing your best and worst moments onto the web means that we’re more directly involved with the experiences of our friends.
Secondly, it’s a god-send for those wanting to dip a toe into making YouTube videos, live-streaming or reviews. Considering how expensive (and complicated, in the case of Twitch TV) it previously was to achieve the above, this is something worth celebrating.
Those hoping for Playstation exclusives to appear anywhere other than sharing sites shouldn’t hold their breath, nevertheless. While Sony have considered becoming a service before, the incredible success of PS4 means that this isn’t going to happen for some time. Barring any unforeseen disaster, there is literally no reason for them to put Uncharted or God of War on the likes of Steam. Why bother when millions are buying your console?
Source : Metro News
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