It’s a decades-long debate that has split friend groups and families alike. What is the better gaming console? Sony’s Playstation or Microsoft’s Xbox? To really get a better understanding of which console is truly superior, there are a lot of variables that must be considered and discussed.

I personally have owned both gaming consoles and their last couple devices with the Ps5, Ps4, Xbox One, and Xbox 360. Both have their drawbacks and benefits, but take it from someone who has owned both–the Playstation is the superior gaming console.

The matter that we must first discuss would be the performance aspect of each device. Because, of course, performance is one of the most important aspects of what makes a console truly superior.

In regards to the Playstation 5, the loading speed is out of this world and state-of-the-art fast. I rarely get stuck on any screen, which is perfect for impatient people like myself. This is also helpful for those who usually have an unreliable internet connection. Even with your connection, the Playstation 5 will still operate super fast, giving you a whole new gaming experience.

I do not own the new Xbox Series X, but the negative reviews surrounding the console seem to echo in terms of similar displeasures. The most common being that there is just not much evidence yet to indicate it being that much more impressive than previous generations.

It’s faster and smoother, but there is just nothing special whatsoever about Microsoft’s newest device. 

Even with Microsoft being the large corporation they are, the Playstation 4 still outsold the Xbox One 2:1. You could possibly attribute this statistic to the longevity of Playstation’s existence as the console has been around about 10 years longer than the Xbox. 

Another factor to be considered in the ‘Console Wars’ is the price. Usually, consumers are willing to pay top dollar for a product because they believe price correlates with overall quality. This is not the case for the Playstation. While console prices are very similar, Playstations games are cheaper on average and their gaming bundles further incentivize an already enticing buy.

A gaming “bundle” is a deal or offer where companies add in other products along with their main item to better convince gamers to purchase their consoles. The Playstation bundles offered in the past include: The Holiday Ultimate Bundle, Playstation VR bundle, and a Marvel’s Spider-Man Bundle. 

If performance, operating speed, and popularity was not already convincing enough, Sony’s Playstation offers more enjoyable and unique games as well. 

Playstation has Bloodborne, Ratchet and Clank, Uncharted, and the most sellingest game in PS history Marvel’s Spiderman. All compelling reasons to not even consider purchasing any other gaming console.

Preferences and subjectivity aside, in regard to  which console is superior, the answer is and always will be Sony’s Playstation. It consistently outsells its competition, and has since its debut in 1994 for deserving reasons. It offers gamers with innovative entertainment experiences and their willingness to adapt to modern times, all while paying respect to the vintage look and overall style that put them on top of the gaming world in the first place. 

The logo, the catchy slogans, and even the songs that get stuck in your head and force a nostalgic presence every time you hear them.

Real gamers respect each other regardless of what controller is in their hand. But, if you really want to be a part of something special, for cheaper prices than that of its competitors, buy Sony’s Playstation over the Xbox and any other gaming device for that matter. 

And never forget, with the Playstation, play has no limits.