Would you be okay if PS5 or XSX came out in early 2021

[asmith906]

With the coronavirus shutting down a lot of manufacturing sites and the cost of PS5 seemingly going up in costs because they will have to compete with Apple and other smartphone manufactures for DRAM and NAND flash memory, it got me wondering if Sony or Xbox might delay their next system to keep costs down. Do you think this would be a good idea? I think it'd make a lot of sense of it meant being able to price your console at $399 vs $499 even if it meant giving your competition a few extra months on the market. It'd also give developers more time to polish their games.

Would this change what console you got depending on what launched first.

 

[Glimpse_Dog]

No I would commit myself.

 

[J_ToSaveTheDay]

Yes. I want it but I don't need it.

 

[TheGhost]

We really don't have a choice, they will come out when they come out. I won't be heart broken if it doesn't drop in the fall.

 

[Prime2]

With the coronavirus shutting down a lot of manufacturing sites and the cost of PS5 seemingly going up in costs because they will have to compete with Apple and other smartphone manufactures for DRAM and NAND flash memory, it got me wondering if Sony or Xbox might delay their next system to keep costs down. Do you think this would be a good idea? I think it'd make a lot of sense of it meant being able to price your console at $399 vs $499 even if it meant giving your competition a few extra months on the market. It'd also give developers more time to polish their games.

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It wouldn't really matters the initial shipments of both will sell out, they would both rather have less units to sell than full out delay the launches.

 

[jon bones]

At the moment, of course.

Once E3 hits and some bonkers launch games show up.... it will be harder

 

[onpoint]

Yes, no chance I'm buying at launch anyhow.

 

[zedox]

Uhm...what's the other choice?

 

[R dott B]

Sure...As long as the supposed multi plat launch games come out on pc at the correct time.

 

[nekkid]

Absolutely.

On this topic, I imagine they're both in a bidding war to secure limited manufacturing resource.

 

[Anthony Hopkins]

I would not be happy about it. Who wants to wait longer?

 

[Linus815]

no i would not be okay... ☠

 

[Seijuro]

I would be ok, but I'm looking forward to them and hope I get my hands on a next gen system this year. My best guess is MS and Sony are gonna rush a limited supply to the market in 2020 and sell at loss.

 

[Video Games Are Dumb]

Shit, I think Nintendo had it right with Spring. Lots of tax refunds and honestly, Japan's release schedule for consoles has been all over the place, so they won't care.

 

[GillianSeed79]

Yes. I have some amazing games in my backlog, plus games like Last of Us II are coming out. I could probably just play my backlog and be occupied for the next two years to be honest. 2021 is fine. In fact, Spring 2021 would be perfect.

 

[Deleted member 46948]

I wouldn't mind one or the other being delayed, solely because I wouldn't have to buy two consoles at the same time.
I don't really have a strong preference, but if I could choose, I'd take XSX in 2020 and PS5 in 2021.

Edit: obviously I'm aware I don't have to buy both consoles at launch, but I'm gonna. So.

 

[asmith906]

Uhm...what's the other choice?

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I guess if one got delayed would that make you pick up the other console since it'd release first. Say you were going to get a PS5 because both PS5 and XSX are rumored to be released close together. Would you decide to pick up a XSX instead.

 

[xxracerxx]

Of course.

 

[chrisPjelly]

I'd be more than fine with it. Plenty of backlog games to keep me busy, and Sony and Nintendo are still giving their all when it comes to exclusives.

 

[Deleted member 58846]

Yup. There's no rush.

 

[Retsudo]

Waiting a few months more and getting a better/cheaper product?

Sure, it's fine by me. Backlog would appreciate it.

 

[Ultimate Bear Cub]

I'm not getting it till the Pro equivalent so sure. The earlier it does, the earlier I can start waiting for the Pro.

 

[Cleve]

Sure, not a big deal. We know nothing about content for it and I have plenty of stuff to tide me over.

 

[rusty chrome]

Yes. These consoles will likely cost $500, so I'd prefer they take their time and release a product that is as close to perfect as possible, because I don't want to feel like it was rushed just to meet the 2020 demand.

 

[Brat-Sampson]

I don't know if I even want to buy at launch yet as I have no clue what they're offering. Chances are I'd be fine with the wait as tbh holiday 2021 is a more likely time for me to be buying one.

 

[Friskykillface]

I'm expecting early 2021 now because of the virus
Eh I'd be slightly disappointed but with Xbox one getting halo infinite I can manage the delay

 

[TitanicFall]

I'm cool with whatever happens. There is nothing known about launch games anyway so there isn't much to be excited about outside of the new console smell.

 

[EvilChameleon]

Absolutely. I would even save up a bit more money to buy an extra game or two at launch.

 

[maximumzero]

Getting videogames on time isn't worth risking the health of anyone.

 

[Toumari]

I just see it as more time to work on the backlog. Also gives developers more time to polish their launch games.

 

[zedox]

I guess if one got delayed would that make you pick up the other console since it'd release first. Say you were going to get a PS5 because both PS5 and XSX are rumored to be released close together. Would you decide to pick up a XSX instead.

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Ah.
Nah, I would get based off of what I wanted for the games I'll be able to play at the fidelity that I desire.

 

[Lionheart360]

I'm okay with a couple months delay (say Jan-Feb instead of Nov), but past that would be tough. I'm willing to pay a bit more if it means I can get the system earlier. My base PS4 is barely holding on

 

[Justsomeguy]

Yes.
Corona virus.
No plastic toy is worth risking people's lives.

 

[Deleted member 2254]

Yes, my life does not depend on whether a plastic box releases in November or March.

 

[Liam Allen-Miller]

They could come out in 2023 for all I care tbh.

 

[chirt]

Yea for sure, no rush for me.
I already have so much to play.

 

[rpm]

I'm not buying either box anywhere near launch regardless of when they release

 

[Funkybee]

No because I'd have to wait more for the PS5 Pro. I won't buy a base console just to have to buy again the upgraded version which should've been day 1.

 

[c bweezie]

I guess if one got delayed would that make you pick up the other console since it'd release first. Say you were going to get a PS5 because both PS5 and XSX are rumored to be released close together. Would you decide to pick up a XSX instead.

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I'll buy them when they come out, in whichever order they come.

 

[Necron]

Given that Cyberpunk, The Last of Us Part 2, Final Fantasy VII Remake (Part 1) are all coming this year amongst others...

Yeah - I can wait. Launch in February/March 2021 for all I care.

 

[Kyoufu]

I wouldn't be happy about it but it'd be out of my control so whatevs.

 

[skeezx]

well i'm personally not dying for next gen (despite i'll probably buy one of the two consoles this holiday per my plans) so another 6+ months... whatever

on the business side of things i don't think it's too drastic of a hit. i'd imagine everything will be course corrected about a year later with the shareholders and such, but i could see a scenario where this could get pretty dire. see where it goes i guess

 

[Sakuyahime]

Yes. I won't be buying a PlayStation 5 when it launches anyways.
I might get one in 2021 or wait for a sale or Slim model instead.
I already got enough to play this year anyways, a powerful PC and a Nintendo Switch meanwhile. I'll be completely fine.

 

[Shalashaska]

I imagine Sony/MS will just launch with limited supply and in fewer territories if there are still component sourcing issues. And if prices go way up I imagine they would just raise the console price (to a point) and then cut prices next year sometime. I can't see them delaying unless they really, really have to.

Personally though? They can take their time, I have a backlog a mile long to occupy me.

 

[Ryengeku]

Nah, the further the main consoles take to come out, the further it takes for PSVR2 to come out.

 

[Mathieran]

Sure if it protects people's health.

 

[AndrewDean84]

Soonest I'd get one is late 2021 anyways.

 

[SeriousCrayon]

I guess if one got delayed would that make you pick up the other console since it'd release first. Say you were going to get a PS5 because both PS5 and XSX are rumored to be released close together. Would you decide to pick up a XSX instead.

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I'd consider it depending on the launch titles..I'm a sucker for new gaming tech so for example if the new AC: Viking game looks and plays (major reduction in load times, less slowdown etc..) substantially better on the xsx it would be tough not to bite. Then again geforce now works really well in my home and my "gaming" PC is from 2008 so if the game was supported I could just buy it on steam and play that way...So many options for gaming these days..I love it!

 

[CloseTalker]

I'd be okay if they came out in 2022

 

[Leeen]

I wouldn't want them to delay it to early 2021. I have no attachement to day1 sales numbers and delaying them at this point isn't going to make the consoles any better.