The day I switched on my PS3 for the first time, I very quickly knew that my days of firing up the PS2 would be severely numbered. With the PS4, I'm not sure that's the case: I suspect I will be going back to the PS3.

The PS4 console delivers on all counts for PlayStation gamers with superior hardware and a list of games that will grow over time. While it lacks some of the multimedia features of the Xbox One, the PlayStation 4 can still hold its own as a family entertainment device.

PS4 redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization, deeply integrated social capabilities, and innovative second-screen features, all combined with cloud technology.

It is probably a silly idea to try to assess the long-term value of a game console right at launch - after all, this is hardware that should be lasting us for five, eight years or more - but it's still an important thing to do considering that these machines are expensive at launch, and nearly...

The Sony PlayStation 4 is here. At $399, the PS4 is Sony's next console after the PlayStation 3 debuted in 2006 (PlayStation 2 debuted in 2000). Players get the 500 GB console, a DUALSHOCK®4 wireless controller, a micro-USB cable for charging the DUALSHOCK®4 controller, a Mono-headset for voice...

amazing graphics; share options (pictures and video); live gameplay streaming options; can play games while downloading; new controller w/touchpad; included headset; cross play options with PlayStation Vita; PlayStation 4 app (iOS and ANdroid); camera system (not included

no backward compatible PS1; PS2 or PS3 disc play; left console shell area prone to scratches/fingerprints; include camera/second controller; no integration with cable or satellite services; limited music options

Better than Xbox one.

Sony's shiny new console offers speedy gameplay options, but struggles as an all-round entertainment box. Just as with the Xbox One , there's a lot of interesting technology under the hood of the Playstation 4, but ultimately that matters very little indeed.

i use the ps4 and ps vita for fifa 14 and online gaming
the remote play that makes the ps vita a controller for ps4 is awesome
I now have to pay for psn is not great

Brilliant; Cutting Edge; Good Instructions; Graphics; Great Value; Online Play; Playroom; Quality Construction; Remote Play

£5 For Online; Not Backwards Compatible

For a console that sold out locally in its first 24 hours, it's fair to call the PS4 launch a resounding success. Is this Sony's best console ever? At the risk of sounding like a fanboy, it's only when you go hands on with Sony's newest next gen console that you realise just how good it actually is.

Powerful; Beautiful graphics; Much improved controller; Slick interface; Interesting sharing functionality

Fairly expensive; First batch sold out very quickly; Fuller game library still needs to accummulate

Killzone Bundle Includes: PlayStation 4 500GB console 2 x DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller PlayStation Camera Headset AC power cord HDMI cable USB cable Killzone Shadow Fall PS4 Game PS4 was designed from the ground up to ensure that the very best games and the most immersive experiences reach...