Sony PlayStation 4 To Launch November 15 in NA, November 29 in EU and Latin America
PlayStation4 (PS4) Launches November 15 In North America, November 29 In Europe And Latin America
TOKYO, Aug. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today announced that the PlayStation4 (PS4) (CUH-1000A series) computer entertainment system will launch on November 15, 2013 in the Canada and U.S., and from November 29, 2013 in Europe including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. The PS4 will also launch in the following 10 Latin American countries on November 29: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama and Peru*1.
PS4 is a next generation computer entertainment system that redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, deeply integrated social capabilities, and innovative second-screen features utilizing devices such as PlayStationVita (PS Vita). SCE will continue to offer breakthrough gaming and entertainment experiences to users by further enriching the services available on PS4 such as PSNSM and PlayStationPlus*2, a membership service offering members exclusive content and features, while enhancing the PS4 system itself through future system software updates. As part of this initiative, PS4 will support Twitch, a live internet streaming service devoted to video gaming, concurrently with the release of the system. Since its launch in 2011, Twitch has earned remarkable popularity worldwide as a live streaming video platform oriented towards video gaming, gathering more than 38 million visitors per month*3. PS4 users can easily broadcast their gameplay to their Twitch channel in real-time to gaming fans across the world, by simply hitting DUALSHOCK4 wireless controller’s “SHARE button.”
A total of 15 Blu-ray Disc titles developed by SCE Worldwide Studios (SCE WWS) and numerous software developers and publishers from around the globe will be released between the launch of PS4 and December 31st. Combined with digital download titles, an astounding 33 titles will be available before the end of the year*4.
(Publishers listed in Alphabetical Order)
Total of 15 titles
Game Title
Publisher
Genre
Release Format
NBA 2K14
2K Games
Sports Sim
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Call of Duty: Ghosts
Activision
First person shooter
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Skylanders Swap Force
Activision
Action Platformer
Blu-ray Disc
Need for Speed: Rivals
Electronic Arts Inc.
Racing
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Battlefield 4
Electronic Arts Inc.
First person shooter
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Madden 25
Electronic Arts Inc.
Sports Sim
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
FIFA 14
Electronic Arts Inc.
Sports Sim
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
NBA Live
Electronic Arts Inc.
Sports Sim
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Killzone: Shadow Fall
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
First person shooter
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
#DRIVECLUB
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Racing
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Knack
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Action Platformer
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Assassins Creed Black Flag
Ubisoft Entertainment
Action Adventure
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Watch_Dogs
Ubisoft Entertainment
Action Adventure
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
Just Dance 2014
Ubisoft Entertainment
Music & Rhythm
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
LEGO Marvel Superheroes
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Action Platformer
Blu-ray Disc/
PS Store Digital Download
There are currently more than 180 PS4 titles*5 in development, and in addition to these exciting launch titles, Destiny from Activision Publishers, Inc. / Bungie, Inc., DiabloIII from Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., Mad Max from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Witcher 3 from CD Projekt, The Divison from Ubisoft Entertainment, Dragon Age from Electronic Arts, as well as Shadow of the Beast, The Order:1886, inFamous: Second Son, Rime, Hell Divers, Everybody’s Gone to The Rapture, and Resogun from SCE WWS are expected to be released for PS4. This incredible line-up reflects the strong support for PS4 among virtually every software developer and publisher and within the independent development community. Since June 2013, the number of developers joining has increased from nearly 500 to 620.
Furthermore, SCE will pre-install THE PLAYROOM, in all PS4 systems. THE PLAYROOM includes a tutorial session where users will be able to learn how to use various features of DUALSHOCK4 Wireless Controller such as the touch pad and light bar. Those users who also own PlayStationCamera will be able to enjoy content within THE PLAYROOM that utilizes augmented reality technology such as “AR BOTS” and “PLAY WITH ASOBI” where users can engage with robot type characters displayed on the screen, and “AR HOCKEY,” an air hockey game where users can change the shape of the court by moving and rotating the DUALSHOCK4 in different directions.
SCE will continuously expand the world of PS4 through further introduction of attractive content and services.
*1 Country names are listed in alphabetical order.
*2 Digital service offerings vary by country.
*3 Information as of August 2013.
*4 Information as of August 2013. Release titles may differ according to country/region. Release dates may be changed depending on individual titles. Please refer to attached sheet for game titles available only for digital downloads.
*5 Includes title lineup to be released from PS4 launch through December.
Product name
PlayStation4
Color
Jet Black
Product code
CUH-1000A series
Release date
North America: November 15, 2013
Europe: November 29, 2013
Latin America: November 29, 2013
Recommended retail price
US$ 399, Canada$ 399, 399, and 349
Main processor
Single-chip custom processor
CPU : x86-64 AMD “Jaguar,” 8 cores
GPU : 1.84 TFLOPS, AMD next-generation Radeon based graphics engine
Memory
GDDR5 8GB
Storage size
500GB Hard disk drive*1
External dimensions
Approx. 275 53 305 mm (width height length)
(excludes largest projection)
Mass
Approx. 2.8 kg
BD/ DVD drive
(read only)
BD 6 CAV
DVD 8 CAV
Input/ Output
Super-Speed USB (USB 3.0) port 2
AUX port 1
Networking
Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) 1
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 2.1 (EDR)
Power
AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption
Max. 250W
Operating Temperature
5 degrees C 35 degrees C
AV output
HDMI out port
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) port
Included
PlayStation4 system 1
Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK4) 1
Mono headset 1
AC power cord 1
HDMI cable 1
USB cable 1
*1
The hard disk drive contains space that is available for users and space that is reserved for the system, therefore the actual space that is free for users is smaller than the total space stated in this document.
*
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes, develops and markets the PSP (PlayStationPortable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation3 (PS3) computer entertainment system and the PlayStationVita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system. SCEI has revolutionized home entertainment since they launched PlayStation in 1994. PlayStation2 further enhanced the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP broadens the entertainment experiences into the portable arena. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors. PSNSM, that includes PlayStationStore, delivers unparalleled online gaming experience to PlayStation users. PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity. SCEI also delivers the PlayStation experience to open operating systems through PlayStationMobile, a cross device platform. PlayStation4, available this holiday season, is the next generation computer entertainment system that redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization and deeply integrated social capabilities. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI, along with its affiliated companies, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and its division companies, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan Asia develops, publishes, markets and distributes hardware and software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide.
PlayStation, DUALSHOCK are registered trademarks and PS4 and PSN are trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
(Publishers listed in Alphabetical Order)
Total of 18 titles
Game Title
Publisher
Genre
Release Format
Basement Crawl
Bloober Team
Action/Arcade
PS Store Digital Download
Pool Nation Extreme
Cherry Pop Games
Billiards/pool
PS Store Digital Download
Contrast
Focus Home Interactive
Platform/Adventure
PS Store Digital Download
Warframe
Digital Extremes
Third Person Shooter
PS Store Digital Download
Pinball Arcade
Farsight Technologies
Arcade
PS Store Digital Download
War Thunder
Gaijin Entertainment
MMO / Flight Sim
PS Store Digital Download
N++
Metanet
Platform
PS Store Digital Download
Minecraft
Mojang
Sandbox
PS Store Digital Download
DC Universe
Sony Online Entertainment
Role Playing Game
PS Store Digital Download
Planetside 2
Sony Online Entertainment
First Person Shooter
PS Store Digital Download
Counterspy
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Action
PS Store Digital Download
ResoGun
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Action Arcade
PS Store Digital Download
Flower
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Rhythm
PS Store Digital Download
Doki-Doki Universe
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Adventure
PS Store Digital Download
Hohokum
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Adventure
PS Store Digital Download
Tiny Brains
Spearhead
Puzzle
PS Store Digital Download
Super Motherload
Xgen Studios
Arcade/Puzzle
PS Store Digital Download
Blacklight
Zombie Studio
First Person Shooter
PS Store Digital Download
SOURCE Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.