New PS4 Delivers "Ultra-High Definition Resolution Graphics," Report Says

@oflow: I think if the new hardware was better that wouldn't be a bad thing for anyone. This generation of consoles were very different that previous ones. Ms and Sony jumped into the super computer and continous enhanced graphics cards that we see in the pc industry. They didn't create the processor by them selves and added more ram to compete with super computers that run games smoother. Although they didn't all the way in where we can swap chipsets and upgrade our hardware ourselves it was expected they would keep doing so them selves. Back in the day each enhanced ps or Xbox system itteration were about adding more storage and making the hardware slimmer and thus cheaper. Now they do have the luxury to enhance the performance as well. As long as I can sell my console used and trade in for ps4k with slightly more I wouldn't mind it. But if the price was way higher then I'd say yes they are going the Apple way. Plus I would really feel cheated if some games didn't run on ps4 but ran on ps4k. If they do this then screw them but I think that wouldn't be the case. Simply the game will look better in the new version which is fair. Pay more for a better performance instead of waiting another cycle for ps5.

@7rooper: you do also realize that $200 back then probably has about the same purchasing power as $1000 now right? The race isnt unfair to consoles because its not a race between pc and console. if you want high end graphics you buy a pc. people buy consoles for convenience and exclusives. Prior to Sony shilling resolution as a marketing gimmick this gen, most people didnt even care about resolution numbers on consoles.

@ArchoNils2: I myself am surprised when people say they feel the PS4 is underpowered. Sure if you compare to a high end PC it might be, but, compared to the PS3 there is a big enough difference to warrant the upgrade. Also, what some people don't factor into the price of the console is the included controller. It's very high quality and wouldn't retail for less than $50. So, the PS4 and even X1 are great systems and Devs have the advantage of optimising for 1 spec. I, like you, would be ready to pay for a more powerful console, though, and wouldn't really mind purchasing an upgrade every 3 years. I know this doesn't apply to everyone, and I'm not certain this is the best thing for Sony to do given the success of the PS4, but, managed properly it could be great for people like us with disposable income, who are graphics whores, and enjoy gaming on consoles.

@computernoises: Well I meant something that can compare with a 980 and yes I know it's high end, but I'm just sick on how poorly the PS4 and xOne perform compared to my PC (2x 970 SLI). I'm kinda forced to play PS4 for the many japanese exclusive, but it's just sad how poorly this thing performs. I'd love to play my games on a PS4 in ACTUAL 4k with at least 50 fps

@chaplain78: or they weren't sure VR would be on the table like it is in 2k16 and want to better the experience for those that are excited about it.

@t1000_v2:

So by your logic the PC is an underpowered joke as well because gamers keep having to update it. And that costs lots of $$$$$$$$. Again and again and again.

@JayQproductions: ever heard of a pc game. You are aware that a pc game can run on different pc's like a low end mid end and high end pc right? All thats done is changing aa resolution and fps settings to achieve this as well as having the right drivers. How do u know they havnt figured out a way for the two to coexist by having graphic settings increased on one and having settings at normal for the other? Maybe they have something worked out with the devs? Theyre obviously not in it to lose money but i see so many of these gamespot kids unable to think outside the box in terms of technology. Or they get seriously sensitive and butthurt becasue they probably cant afford the new model so they write silly comments out of fear lol let them figure it out instead of dwelling on all these silly assumptions. Nintendo did it with the wii-u and it worked well for them.

@JayQproductions:

I don't understand this. Sony and MS make their money from the games and accessories. If they take a bigger hit on the cost of building the console, so what ? On top of that, add mass-production of better GPU and CPU in the mix and it should all come out in the wash.

@sodapoppimpski: I wouldn't be surprised if Sony was going to release psvr around ps5, but oculus forced them to market.

@sodapoppimpski:

Why scumbags? Nothing is perfect. Everything has to work at a quality the price dictates. If Sony are making VR for PS4, it will run at the same quality level on the standard PS4, whether the PS4K gets released or not. But if you want it to run better, you buy better gear, hence the PS4K. It's not compulsory. You can stay as you are if you want and just play VR on your standard PS4 at the base level quality.

All the moaners about PS4.5 or PS4K are basically bummed that other gamers are going to have better quality because they want to pay for it. The moaners would like the extra quality but they want it for free. The PS4 is a great console. The best console ever made, but everything has a limit. If you want more, you're going to have to pay more and Sony is giving you the option. It's your choice. If you stay as you are, you will still be able to play all future PS4 at the quality your PS4 can deliver.

@sodapoppimpski: Microsoft opened the door when they released the 360, now Sony is just trying to compete with Nintendo's NX to displace Nintendo. It's just business as usual.