November 11th 2024.
The PS5 Pro has been making headlines lately, with many speculating about its success or lack thereof. Despite its hefty price tag, the console is actually exceeding Sony's initial expectations. Although its existence was leaked over a year ago, the PS5 Pro has been at the center of controversy for quite some time now. Priced at a whopping £700, it's clear that this console is not targeting the average gamer, but rather the hardcore fans.
This trend is not new for Sony, as the PS4 Pro followed a similar pattern and only accounted for a small percentage of PlayStation 4 sales. It's expected that the PS5 Pro will follow suit, but Sony has revealed that it's actually selling better than its predecessor did in the same time frame. According to Sony president Hiroki Totoki, the target audience for this hardware is the hardcore users. Despite some criticism about the high price, Totoki believes that it has not had a negative impact on sales.
Some fans have speculated that the PS5 Pro's availability in stores and the decrease in scalper prices indicate a lack of success, but according to Sony, this is not the case. In fact, Totoki stated that the PS5 Pro is performing even better than the pre-orders for the PS4 Pro did at the same point in time. While some may find his choice of words odd, this suggests that Sony is pleased with the console's sales and its position in the market.
Even though the PS5 Pro may be selling slightly better than its predecessor at the moment, it's still a relatively minor release for Sony. It's not expected to have a significant impact on the company's profits or the overall PlayStation brand. However, many fans are still disappointed with Sony's distant approach to their fans, with few public announcements and a sparse release schedule.
Sony's focus on niche hardware like the PlayStation VR2, PlayStation Portal, and the PS5 Pro has left some fans wondering when they will start prioritizing game development. While recent comments suggest that they may have realized their obsession with live service games is not paying off, there's no indication of any major changes in their policies or strategies.
Perhaps it's time for Sony to shift their focus and start creating more games for their loyal fan base. We encourage readers to email us, leave a comment, follow us on Twitter, and sign up for our newsletter. To make it easier for our readers to submit letters and features, we have a Submit Stuff page on our website. Plus, by signing up for our newsletter, you'll get access to exclusive gaming content and the latest releases before they're even announced.
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