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- It's true: The PlayStation 5 is in development, and may arrive sooner than you think.
- Between Sony's own confirmations and media reports, a clear picture is emerging of the still-unannnounced next PlayStation console.
- How Sony intends to keep its lead over the competition remains to be seen, but there are a few foundational elements it will need to stay on top.
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The next PlayStation is closer than you might think.
Not only is Sony already talking about the successor to the wildly successful PlayStation 4, but the company is making some pretty clear moves to prepare.
With over 90 million PlayStation 4 consoles in the wild, Sony is ahead of the competition from Microsoft and Nintendo by tens of millions of units. But can the PlayStation stay on top as the game industry transitions to digital storefronts and streaming services?
That's the big question! Here's a look at what Sony needs to maintain its lead: