October 26th 2025.
It seems like things in the gaming industry can always get worse. Recently, a Sony developer admitted that the graphics on the new PS5 console are not a significant improvement from the previous generation. This has led to a reader feeling hesitant about giving the upcoming PS6 a chance.
While there may be consequences for the developer's admission, the reader appreciates their honesty. The director of Astro Bot diplomatically shared the truth about the PS5's graphics, and the reader respects that. However, they do acknowledge that the DualSense and SSD features are positive improvements, but not significant enough to warrant buying a new console just for those features.
So, where does this leave us? The current generation has been a disappointment, and the hype for the PS6 is already starting to build. The reader questions if the PS6 will also be a failure, given the current state of the gaming industry. They believe that the business side of gaming is a complete disaster, with companies being run by greedy individuals and studios being bought up and losing their independence. This has led to layoffs and a lack of job security for developers.
Despite all of this, the reader recognizes that the quality of games being produced today is still top-notch. From big-budget titles like Death Stranding 2 and Donkey Kong Bananza to indie gems like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Hades 2, there is no shortage of great games. However, the reader acknowledges that these games are great in spite of how publishers act, not because of it. The mistreatment of developers is leading to a potential "brain drain" in the industry, as talented individuals may choose to leave rather than put up with the toxic environment.
Looking to the future, the reader is not optimistic about the next generation of consoles. They believe that publishers will not do anything to avoid a potential disaster, and their solution will likely be to rely on AI for game development. This could lead to even worse games, but publishers will not care as long as they are cheaper to produce.
The reader has lost faith in traditional publishers and believes that the only solution is to bypass them entirely. They suggest supporting double-A games and hoping for the rise of triple-A games that do not go through companies like Microsoft, EA, or Ubisoft. Additionally, the reader sees buying a PC as a way to avoid rising console prices and escaping the grip of these publishers.
In conclusion, the reader has lost trust in Sony and the gaming industry as a whole. They plan on making the switch to PC gaming and believe that this generation has solidified their decision. It's a disappointing situation, but the reader sees no other option.
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