Sony has reiterated that its plans for the PlayStation 5 launch remain unchanged despite the ongoing pandemic. This announcement comes as the gaming industry faces significant disruptions due to COVID-19, resulting in numerous cancellations and delays. However, Sony maintains that the launch of the highly anticipated console is still on track for the holiday season of 2020.
The PlayStation 5 is set to feature impressive specifications, including eight Zen 2 cores running at 3.5GHz, a custom RDNA 2 GPU capable of 10.28 teraflops, and a bespoke 825GB SSD, promising a powerful gaming experience. In a statement, Sony acknowledged the challenges posed by remote work and international travel restrictions but emphasized that development is progressing smoothly. “While there have been some hurdles in the testing process and production line qualifications, we have not encountered any major issues in the game software development pipeline for our first-party studios or those of our partners,” the company affirmed.
In a similar vein, Microsoft has also assured players that the launch of the Xbox Series X will not be impacted by the current global circumstances. The company has already showcased more of the upcoming console compared to Sony, revealing several third-party games during its recent presentations. Hiroki Totoki, Sony’s chief financial officer, noted, “We consider things strategically but are doing our best. As for assessing success or failure, I would wait for PS5 sales to make that judgment.”
With both tech giants moving forward with their plans, the competitive landscape for next-generation gaming consoles looks promising. Gamers can look forward to experiencing the latest advancements as both Sony and Microsoft prepare to launch their respective devices this holiday season.