Another yr has come to an finish, so now it is time to look again and consider arguably a very powerful Push Square function of the 12 months: the PS5, PS4 predictions we made again in January. The Push Square editorial workforce set three predictions in stone, and now we get to see if any of them got here true. Last yr’s winner was assistant editor Robert Ramsey with two out of three right guesses, however can he flip that successful feeling right into a streak? Let’s discover out.
Sammy Barker, Editor
“I consider 2023 shall be PS5’s greatest yr by way of {hardware} gross sales by a snug margin.”
Sony had a really, very profitable yr when it got here to console gross sales, so Sammy takes a degree right here with ease. The agency has constantly topped the {hardware} charts in lots of main territories, placing it on target to beat the PS4’s whole gross sales come the tip of the era.
“For as undeniably excited as I’m for the {hardware}, I feel PSVR2’s going to have a troublesome first yr.”
That’s a second simple level for Mr. Barker. Calling PSVR2’s first yr in the marketplace “tough” would really in all probability be an understatement, because the headset hasn’t bought a lot and noteworthy video games are few and much between.
“Improvements shall be made to PS Plus Premium.”
Sammy is stopped wanting having a full sweep by unsuccessfully pinning his hopes on PS Plus Premium getting significantly better. He anticipated a “competent selection of well-emulated PS1 and PSP games”, and we do not assume we’re fairly there but. No factors are awarded right here.
2/3 factors
Liam Croft, Assistant Editor
“Sony has a quiet 2023 by way of recreation releases.“
Besides Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Liam was proper in considering Sony would have little to shout about on the video games entrance in 2023. The solely different issues PlayStation Studios may name its personal have been Horizon Call of the Mountain and new God of War Ragnarok DLC Valhalla. Compared to a traditional yr for first-get together output, that is fairly poor. Liam earns his level right here.
“The Last of Us Multiplayer would not launch this yr.“
Not solely did The Last of Us Multiplayer not launch this yr, however now it isn’t popping out in any respect. Naughty Dog has cancelled the challenge totally because it doubles down on single participant experiences. A tragic level for Liam to earn as he was very excited for this on-line title.
“Resident Evil 4 wins Push Square Game of the Year for 2023.“
He made it occur for Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil Village, however sadly, Liam’s powers could not get Resident Evil 4 over the road and win the location’s Game of the Year award. It’s been a really robust yr for recreation releases, and you will find out what our precise Game of the Year is on New Year’s Day. No level right here.
2/3 factors
Robert Ramsey, Assistant Editor
“Capcom will announce a brand new Monster Hunter recreation for PS5.“
The Japanese agency left it very late, however Capcom did certainly announce a brand new Monster Hunter recreation for PS5 at The Game Awards: Monster Hunter Wilds. It’s not popping out till 2025, however Robert did not point out a launch date in his prediction. The level is awarded.
“Sony will host a colossal PS5 showcase about midway by means of the yr, basically relaunching the console.“
Oh Robert, if solely you could possibly have seen what this yr’s PlayStation Showcase really turned out to be. Live streamed in May (so that you at the very least bought that bit proper), Sony targeted on the stay-service video games it has in improvement fairly than single participant initiatives. We suppose it was “colossal”… for all of the improper causes. We’re going to award half a degree right here; we’re feeling variety.
“Persona 6 shall be introduced, however not revealed.“
Unfortunately for Atlus followers, Persona 6 has nonetheless not been introduced. Instead, you bought Persona 5 Tactica, Persona 3 Reload, and a recent have a look at Metaphor: ReFantazio. There’s no quantity six there, so no level is awarded.
1.5/3 factors
Stephen Tailby, Assistant Editor
“Sony’s rumoured live service reboot of Twisted Metal is officially announced, and it’ll launch close to its TV adaptation.”
The TV adaptation of Twisted Metal got here and went with none point out of the stay-service recreation that was as soon as closely rumoured to be in improvement. In reality, a second season of the TV collection has been introduced since and we nonetheless do not know if this recreation is definitely a factor or not. It appeared like a surefire factor a yr in the past, however after a yr missing any rumours or official information, can we confidently say a Twisted Metal recreation is in improvement anymore? No level.
“The Microsoft / Activision Blizzard saga will rage on for one other yr.“
The storyline between the 2 firms most definitely did go on for one other yr, however the deal did ultimately shut and see Microsoft purchase Activision. We’re awarding a degree right here as a result of fanboys on each side are nonetheless fairly annoying about it.
“Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will function GTA 5-esque character swapping between Peter, Miles, and Venom.“
So, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 did function a seamless character-swapping mechanic, however it was solely between Peter Parker and Miles Morales. You’re not in a position to change to enjoying as Venom everytime you like. Because of that, we’re awarding half a degree to Stephen.
1.5/3 factors
Aaron Bayne, Video Producer
“Sony will announce the comeback of a beloved collection.“
Sony would wish to announce new single participant video games in 2023 for this prediction to come back true. Instead, you bought Concord and Fairgame$. Unfortunately, no new beloved franchises made a comeback and so a degree isn’t awarded right here.
“The Last of Us Factions will be Sony’s most exciting project in 2023.”
Maybe if Aaron had put “to be cancelled” on the tip of his prediction, he’d be getting a degree right here. The Last of Us Multiplayer is not any extra, so no level right here.
“Developers are going to fully utilise the PS5 as they ditch PS4.”
Of course Aaron ends us on a prediction that is tough to evaluate. PS4 variations of PS5 video games are nonetheless very a lot a factor — and can proceed to be in 2024 — however with the likes of the Horizon Forbidden West DLC Burning Shores and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 showcasing extremely swift quick journey, it does really feel just like the PS5 is being utilised a bit greater than final yr. PS4 nonetheless hasn’t been ditched, although, so we will solely half a degree right here.
0.5/3 factors
That means we’ve a two-approach tie between Sammy and Liam! Both earned two factors out of a potential three for their PS5, PS4 predictions. Both will obtain a spherical of applause within the subsequent Huddle in our Slack channel.
Look out for our 2024 predictions within the new yr, however till then, congratulate everybody on at the very least getting half a degree within the feedback beneath.
