Speaking in an interview with Eurogamer, Layden notes how the technological jump from the original PlayStation to the PS2, still the best-selling console of all time, was...
Part of the issue is, a lot of developers just aren’t inclined to use the extra power. It costs development resources they’re not guaranteed to earn back. And, their idea, while unique, isn’t reliant on ultra-realistic visuals. In some cases, it’d be harmed by them.
We even see the PS4 stick around as a “low cost option” for some players. It can’t run the rare PS5 exclusive, but it will still let you join for significant games like Fortnite, etc.
Part of the issue is, a lot of developers just aren’t inclined to use the extra power. It costs development resources they’re not guaranteed to earn back. And, their idea, while unique, isn’t reliant on ultra-realistic visuals. In some cases, it’d be harmed by them.
We even see the PS4 stick around as a “low cost option” for some players. It can’t run the rare PS5 exclusive, but it will still let you join for significant games like Fortnite, etc.