# PlayStation 4

> Sony's fourth home video game console, part of the eighth generation of consoles

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**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayStation_4)  
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## Summary
The PlayStation 4 (PS4) is Sony's fourth home video game console, succeeding the PlayStation 3. As a part of the eighth generation of video game consoles, it was developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment and first released on November 15, 2013. The console is known for its custom integrated CPU and GPU, and it operates using the PlayStation 4 system software, which is based on the FreeBSD operating system.

## Key Facts
- **Initial Release Date:** November 15, 2013
- **Developer / Manufacturer:** Sony Interactive Entertainment
- **Classification:** Eighth-generation home video game console
- **Predecessor:** PlayStation 3
- **Successor:** PlayStation 5
- **Launch Price (US):** $399.99 on November 15, 2013
- **CPU / GPU:** PlayStation 4 APU
- **Operating System:** PlayStation 4 system software, based on FreeBSD
- **Sales Milestone:** Surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide by August 12, 2014.

## FAQs
### Q: Who created the PlayStation 4?
A: The PlayStation 4 was developed and manufactured by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the video gaming brand owned by Sony.

### Q: When was the PlayStation 4 released?
A: The PlayStation 4 was first released on November 15, 2013.

### Q: What console generation is the PS4?
A: The PlayStation 4 is part of the eighth generation of video game consoles. It was preceded by the PlayStation 3 and followed by the PlayStation 5.

## Why It Matters
The PlayStation 4 was a pivotal product in the eighth generation of video game consoles, continuing the legacy of Sony's successful PlayStation brand. Its market impact was significant, demonstrated by its rapid sales growth, which reached over 35.9 million units sold globally by January 2016. The console's architecture, built around a unified System-on-a-Chip (the PlayStation 4 APU), provided a powerful and developer-friendly platform that supported a vast library of games. Its role in defining a major era of home gaming was recognized with a nomination for "Best Gaming Hardware of All Time" at the 2021 Golden Joystick Awards. As the bridge between the PS3 and PS5, the PS4 maintained Sony's strong position in the global video game industry.

## Notable For
- **Custom APU:** The console's hardware is centered on the PlayStation 4 APU, a single chip that contains both the central processing unit (CPU) and graphics processing unit (GPU).
- **Rapid Sales Growth:** The PS4 achieved major sales milestones quickly after its launch, selling over 2.1 million units by early December 2013 and surpassing 10 million units by August 2014.
- **"Orbis" Codename:** During its development phase, the PlayStation 4 was known by the working title "Orbis."
- **Award Nomination:** In 2021, the PlayStation 4 was nominated for the Golden Joystick Award for "Best Gaming Hardware of All Time."
- **FreeBSD-based OS:** The console's system software is built upon FreeBSD, a free, Unix-like operating system.

## Body
### Overview and History
The PlayStation 4 (often abbreviated as PS4) is a home video game console developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It is the fourth console in the PlayStation series and belongs to the eighth generation of video game consoles. The PS4 directly follows the PlayStation 3 and was succeeded by the PlayStation 5. Its official release date was November 15, 2013. The console's online services are provided through the PlayStation Network. A slimmer version of the console, the PlayStation 4 Slim, was also released.

### Technical Specifications
- **Central and Graphics Processor:** The console is powered by the PlayStation 4 APU, a custom System-on-a-Chip (SoC) that integrates the CPU and GPU.
- **Memory:** It contains 8 gigabytes of unified memory.
- **Operating System:** The PS4 runs on the PlayStation 4 system software, which is a customized version of the FreeBSD operating system.

### Market Performance
- **Launch Price:** The PlayStation 4 was launched in the United States at a price of $399.99 on November 15, 2013. The price was later reduced to $349.99 on October 9, 2015.
- **Units Sold:** The console saw strong initial sales and maintained momentum over its first few years.
    - **By Dec 3, 2013:** 2.1 million
    - **By Aug 12, 2014:** 10 million
    - **By Jan 5, 2015:** 18.5 million
    - **By Jan 5, 2016:** 35.9 million

### Software and Accessories
The PlayStation 4 supports a wide range of video games and accessories. Compatible peripherals include the Logitech G29 and Logitech G923 sim racing wheels. Its extensive game library includes titles such as *Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc*, *Dead Cells: Fatal Falls*, *The Sims 4: Snowy Escape*, and *Alba: A Wildlife Adventure*.

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