Sunday, September 14, 2025

Sony Unveils High-End, Pricier Console: Boosted Performance and Price

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Sony has confirmed they will release a new, more powerful PlayStation 5 console called the PS5 Pro. It will have better graphics and play games more smoothly, but it will also be more expensive at £699.99. The PS5 Pro is aimed at gamers who want the best performance.

This new console follows a trend of releasing updated versions of consoles without exclusive games. Players can choose to play games on a regular PS5 or the Pro model for better graphics and performance. Some fans are happy with the upgrade but think it should offer more for the high price.

This is Sony’s second attempt at a “pro” model after the PS4 Pro in 2016. It comes at a time when PCs are getting better graphics cards, surpassing home consoles. Even though PCs can offer better graphics, consoles like the PS5 Pro aim to balance good visuals with a reasonable price.

Rumors were circulating before the announcement, but there is no confirmation yet on whether the PS5 Pro will be backward compatible with older games.


Vocabulary List:

  1. Console /ˈkɒn.səl/ (noun): A device used for playing video games.
  2. Performance /pərˈfɔːr.məns/ (noun): How well something functions or operates.
  3. Graphics /ˈɡræf.ɪks/ (noun): Visual images or designs produced by a computer.
  4. Expensive /ɪkˈspɛn.sɪv/ (adjective): Costing a lot of money.
  5. Surpassing /sərˈpæs.ɪŋ/ (verb): Exceeding or going beyond.
  6. Backward compatible /ˈbæk.wɚd kəmˈpæt.ə.bəl/ (adjective): Able to run software or hardware designed for an earlier version.

How much do you know?

What is the name of the new, more powerful PlayStation 5 console being released by Sony?
PS5 Pro
PS5 Ultimate
PS5 Elite
PS5 Supreme
What is one of the main features of the PS5 Pro according to the text?
Better graphics
Exclusive games
Lower price
Smaller size
What type of gamers is the PS5 Pro aimed at?
Casual gamers
Gamers looking for a budget option
Gamers who want the best performance
Young children
Which existing console had a "pro" model released previously by Sony?
PS3
PS4
PS2
PS1
What pricing information is provided for the PS5 Pro in the text?
£599.99
£699.99
£799.99
£899.99
What is the purpose of consoles like the PS5 Pro according to the text?
To offer exclusive games
To improve controller design
To balance good visuals with a reasonable price
To promote PC gaming
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