PS4 10th Anniversary – 5 moments that defined a generation

On this day, November 15, 2013 Playstation 4 It first appeared in North America, and arrived in Europe two weeks later.

So, as the calendar turns and a decade has passed since the console’s launch, it’s time to take a look back at the journey that changed the gaming landscape as the PS4 eventually evolved into its fifth edition.^the The most successful gaming console of all time.

When Sony introduced the PS4 at the PlayStation meeting in February 2013, it was more than just a new console from Sony. It was a bold statement of intent from the company, which appears to have learned from the mistakes of the original PS3 launch, with the focus this time squarely on hardcore gamers. In the end, the PS4 generation made history, with the console selling more than 117 million units, while offering many experiences that wrote its name in golden letters in gaming history.

PS4 celebrates its 10th anniversary 🎉 What game were you playing at launch? pic.twitter.com/XLEn611mSN

– PlayStation (@PlayStation) November 15, 2023

It’s clear, then, that this anniversary is not just a celebration of the consoles themselves, but mainly of the games they gave us, but also of the moments that defined an entire generation. From the now-famous used game swap video, which not-so-subtly took issue with Microsoft’s restrictive policies, to “dream E3” where Final Fantasy 7, The Last Guardian and Shenmue 3 were announced to be revived, the era of the PS4 was marked by many such moments.

So, in honor of the big anniversary, here are 5 moments that defined the PS4 generation:

The first demo with great physics and Killzone Shadowfall

The starting point for the PS4 journey can be considered the 2013 PlayStation Meeting. It was an important moment, not only for Sony but for the entire gaming world, as it gave a first glimpse of what the PS4 is capable of. Among the highlights of the event was a stunning demo of Killzone Shadowfall, a title that has become synonymous with the processing power of the PS4 for some time and its leap into the next generation of gaming.

The PlayStation meeting featured several incredibly impressive demos, including one scene that’s still etched in my memory, where the PS4 handles the physics of countless balls in real time without a hitch. At the same time, it also hosted the Destiny demo, which has grown into one of the biggest franchises of this generation, while we also saw Capcom’s Deep Down there, which has since disappeared from the face of the Earth.

The price and video ad that “killed” the Xbox One

The PS4 managed to beat the previous generation out of the locker room, thanks in part to Microsoft’s self-imposed betrayal, but of course it was Sony’s brilliant marketing that delivered the final blow.

E3 2013 in particular hosted one of the most exciting moments in console history. The moment the PS4 price was revealed wasn’t a simple announcement. The entire room was waiting with bated breath to see if Sony would follow the path set by Microsoft, and after a game-packed presentation, there were some thunderous announcements that had the audience cheering enthusiastically. Surprisingly, the PS4 was much less expensive at $399, which is $100 less than its main competitor. This revelation shocked the public and the industry in general, since the console was at the same time much more powerful!

However, Sony is not finished yet. And in a clever move of marketing savvy, he posted an “Official Pre-Owned PlayStation Game Guide Video” immediately after the show. The short click “broke” the Internet. In the space of 22 seconds, Sony made a blistering criticism of Microsoft’s restrictive policies while at the same time slyly winking at the gaming community that Sony understood and appreciated their freedom. This bold move, coupled with aggressive pricing, won not only the hearts of gamers, but the hearts of an entire generation.

E3 dreams

One of the biggest moments of the PS4 generation was Sony’s E3 2015 press conference, which many called “the dream E3.” In one night, the gaming community got to see three games they’ve been dreaming about for years and many thought would never be released. The long-awaited and almost legendary titles of the trilogy are of course the remake of the legendary Final Fantasy VII, the revival of the legendary The Last Guardian, and the surprise announcement of Shenmue 3.

Each reveal was met with a mixture of cheers and disbelief, and the expressions of the players in the audience were incomparable. E3 wasn’t just a show, it was an exhilarating celebration of gaming’s past, present and future, and a triumphant affirmation of the dreams and desires of an entire generation of gamers.

PlayStation 4 Pro and PlayStation VR launched

A great chapter in PS4 history has been written with the release of PlayStation VR (PS VR) and PS4 Pro. Launched in October 2016, PS VR is Sony’s first venture into virtual reality, offering PS4 gamers an attractive and affordable way to experience this special gaming experience.

Shortly after, the PS4 Pro was introduced, which ushered in mid-gen updates to home consoles, offering improved graphics and support for 4K resolution. This advanced version of the console aspires to meet the evolving requirements of gamers, as many during this generation have moved from 1080p TVs.

Huge exclusive releases

Of course, console gaming is the alpha and omega, and the PS4 had plenty of them. Sony has curated an impressive catalog of exclusive releases, from God of War, which brought back the beloved series, to Bloodborne, considered one of the best games of all time, to Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, which peaked in mediocre cinematography. , from Marvel’s Spider-Man that captivated superhero fans, to Final Fantasy VII Remake, The Last Guardian, Horizon Zero Dawn, The Last of Us Part 2, Death Stranding, and many more games.

It is clear that we are not dealing with one moment, but rather with many very important moments. The history of the PS4 is its games, and one paragraph wouldn’t be enough, so here’s a special video edited by Sakis and George, talking in more detail about 10 games that defined the generation.

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