The PlayStation 5 is a massive console. Not only in terms of its physical size, which is almost laughable from a console standpoint, but also in terms of new technology that brings the console into the contemporary era with sharp visuals, quick refresh rates, and a bespoke SSD that makes you wonder how you ever survived without one. It's moving closer to PC gaming, but with all of the PlayStation ecosystem features that PS4 players enjoyed the first time around. PlayStation 5 controller
Sony, as the market leader (at least in terms of sales), must stay up by giving the finest games in the best console experience. While the 8-core/16-thread CPU and AMD RDNA 2-based GPU are slightly behind the Xbox Series X in terms of specs on paper, it has a stronger launch library, bolstered by exclusive games like Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Sackboy: A Big Adventure, though some will also be available on PlayStation 4 if you aren't ready to upgrade just yet.
However, inventions may also be found in unexpected locations. If Sony's new DualSense controller can garner developer support, it offers a lot of promise in terms of storytelling and engagement.