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PlayStation 5 release date, specs update: Console to feature two versions, VR technology to feature in one

Ivan Menchavez March 07, 2016 08:30 AM EST

Rumors about the launch date and features of the PlayStation 5 seem to be everywhere on the Internet, and fans of the past PS consoles are awaiting eagerly for new official news about the next generation gaming system.

Although there are speculations that the new console would not be released in the next 4 to 5 years, fans are eager to hear it from Sony. However, some rumors say that the new device could actually be released later this year.

The Sony PlayStation Vue streaming TV service as seen from large-screen HD TV sets. | SONY

According to reports, the Japanese tech giant is trying to develop two versions of Sony PlayStation 5. This is because they want to provide two options for gamers to enjoy the console more and provide better gaming experience.

In the report, one model could have a Virtual Reality or VR capability, while the other version is good as a streaming device. If the rumors prove to be true, many PlayStation freaks and new gamers alike all around the globe will certainly go crazy when it hits the market.

There are also rumors that the upcoming gaming console will carry a powerful chipset. Fans will also be surprised if it's true that the new console will come with no disc drive, which has been touted in some blogs.

Although Sony has yet to make an announcement with regard to the rumors, game developer Three Fields Entertainment's Chief Technical Officer Paul Ross gave his own prediction on what fans can expect once the Japanese gaming console maker reveals the PlayStation 5.

"So what does a PS5 game look like? With PS4 we've seen some fidelity put into the worlds, but PS5's going to be about more dynamic worlds, far more interactive worlds that are more believable in the way they behave," Ross told EDGE, via PlayStation Lifestyle.

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