With the PlayStation 5 celebrating its 3rd anniversary this year, fans have wondered whether Grand Theft Auto 6 will come to aging PlayStation 4 consoles. Unfortunately for legacy device owners, Rockstar's technical showcase proves their focus lies fully on next-generation hardware.
Rockstar's reveal trailer and press release never mention PlayStation 4 or Xbox One support. The PS4 would be nearly 12 years old upon GTA 6's 2025 launch. Continuing to support such dated technology would require visual and gameplay compromises.
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Will GTA 6 Be Released on PS5?
Leveraging PS5 Advancements: By developing exclusively for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, Rockstar can better utilize the enhanced graphics, processing, and immersive features those platforms enable. GTA 6 promises photorealistic visuals with real-time ray-tracing reflections. The SSD storage allows for faster loading without compromises. The haptic feedback and 3D audio offered by the PS5's DualSense controller also allow more immersion.
Long Wait Time Expected: With PS4 support absent, budget-focused gamers face a longer wait. Pre-owned PS4 consoles and game bundles still run under $300. Unfortunately, GTA 6 fans won't be able to enjoy the game on PS4.
Likely Outperforming PS4 Hardware: Given the cutting-edge graphics and seamless open world displayed, GTA 6 will almost certainly exceed the PS4's limited hardware capabilities.
By leaving the PS4 behind, Rockstar can focus on making GTA 6 a truly next-generation experience beyond what aging PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles could reliably deliver.
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Summary: Will GTA 6 Be Released on PS4?
- No PS4 version announced
- GTA 6 leveraging PS5's power for best graphics
- Longer wait for budget gamers without PS5
- Ambitious game likely to stress older hardware
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