A rumor is setting the web ablaze: Sony could soon make certain PS3 games playable on PS5. If this information is confirmed, it would be excellent news for nostalgic players and a major asset for the new generation console.
Persistent rumors have been circulating recently, suggesting that Sony is preparing to introduce partial backwards compatibility of the PlayStation 3 on the PS5. This news, greeted with enthusiasm by the most nostalgic, could well give a second life to a library of emblematic video games.
PS3 on PS5: a dream soon to come true?
According to Nick Baker, a reliable informant in the video game world, Sony is actively working on implementing this feature. Although no official details have been released, Baker claims to have heard from reliable sources that Sony is focusing on a selection of specific PS3 titles.
So just imagine: games like Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, God of War III, Killzone 2 or Demon’s Souls (the original) could appear on the list of the lucky ones.
On the other hand, Baker does not specify whether graphical or performance improvements are to be expected. If this were the case, this could result in a higher resolution, increased fluidity, or even reworked textures.
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The arrival of PS3 backwards compatibility on PS5 would fill a significant gap in the collection of games playable on the new console. There PS4 benefits from almost total backwards compatibility, allowing players to enjoy a vast catalog of titles. The lack of support for PS3 games on PS5 was therefore a source of disappointment for some.
If this rumor is confirmed, it is likely that Sony will communicate more information in the coming months, particularly on the list of compatible games, and any planned improvements. And whatever we think, this would allow the console to stand out even more from its competitors and reach an even wider audience.
- Sony is reportedly working on backwards compatibility of a selection of PS3 games on PS5.
- No official details have been released regarding the list of compatible games or planned improvements.
- The arrival of PS3 backwards compatibility would be excellent news for nostalgic gamers and would extend the lifespan of the PS5.
