Sony has dominated the gaming console market for years with their PlayStation brand. With the release of the PS4 in 2013, Sony has continued to prove that they are the powerhouse of the gaming industry. However, as the next generation consoles such as the PS5 and Xbox Series X are now available, many fans are speculating that Sony will end PS4 support in 2025.

Here’s why we think so.

First off, we must consider the lifespan of gaming consoles. Typically, gaming consoles have a lifespan of around six years before the next generation is released. The PS4 was released in 2013, and the PS5 was released in 2020, exceeding the traditional lifespan by a year, which means Sony could continue supporting PS4 for a few more years.

However, Sony’s recent actions indicate that they are shifting their focus to the PS5. This can be seen in the generation of new games that are only available on PS5, such as Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Demon’s Souls, and Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart. Sony is looking to push gamers toward the PS5, which will likely end up with no one wanting to play the PS4 anymore.

Also, the release of the PS5 presents some logistical issues for Sony in continuing support for both consoles. For instance, catering to each console’s unique technical requirements and software updates may be challenging and expensive for the company.

Furthermore, the production costs of creating new games for both consoles would be high, which is something that Sony may not want to burden itself with for the foreseeable future. The PS5’s hardware is significantly more sophisticated than the PS4, which means that games designed for the PS5 would be challenging to adapt for the PS4.

The company’s recent statement regarding certain PS4 accessories being discontinued also serves as an indication of the company moving forward from PS4.

In conclusion, while there is no official announcement of Sony ending PS4 support anytime soon, we think that it is likely to happen in 2025. It’s worth noting that this is not necessarily a bad thing as it’s an essential step forward towards progress. The PS5 has already proven itself as an impressive piece of hardware, and it’s only expected to get better with time. While it might be difficult for fans to accept the end of PS4 support, ultimately, it will pave the way for more exciting console gaming experiences with the next-gen console.