Hands-on first impressions on PS5 are very promising

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For months we've been hearing about what the PS5 is capable of on paper, but now we're finally getting to know what the mighty new PlayStation looks like in action, and it sounds pretty impressive. A limited number of publications and YouTubers in Japan have had hands-on time with the PS5 (and some of its games) and are gradually releasing their thoughts on key aspects of the new console, including its (gigantic) size. , super-fast SSD, immersive DualSense controller features, and near-silent performance. This is the first time we've looked at PS5 hardware outside of leaks and promotional material from Sony, with posts including detailed videos, photos, and impressions of the new console, as well as gameplay for the upcoming PS5 console. exclusive Godfall and Astro arcade.

It's a chonk, but a well-ventilated chonk

We already knew that the PS5 was going to be Sony's biggest (and heaviest) console to date, measuring around 390mm x 104mm x 260mm (width x height x depth) and 4.5kg. But it's only when you see the console in hands-on pictures, next to a TV, that we get a real sense of how big the console really is. Several publications have posted close-up images of the PS5 hardware, including the ones below from Dengeki Online, which highlight the size of the console.

Dengeki: "What surprised me this time was how quiet the fan was. There must have been a lot of people curious about this. It was so quiet!" ://t.co/S5hp5Utzar pic.twitter.com/FJ6Qiwk0wJ October 6, 4 2020gamer goes into detail in its report on the console's hardware and design, stating that the curves of the PS4 make it "thinner than actual size from almost every angle." According to 5gamer, this is the case whether you hold the console horizontally or vertically - a kickstand is provided for those who want to position it vertically. 4gamer also praised the PS4's cooling system and clarified a bit more how it works.According to the post, the console takes in air from the air vents that can be seen in the images above and pushes it out the back of the machine.However, the post did not allowed you to post images from the back of the console.

Actual PS5 hardware up close https://t.co/rqiT9kUAS0 pic.twitter.com/zThGk6wDR1 Oct 4, 2020 But the most interesting thing here is that 4gamer, and the other publications posting how-to impressions, have reported that the PS5 is essentially silent when running and emits minimal heat. However, 4gamer suggests that gamers will need to allow enough space for their PS5 to absorb and release heat, suggesting a gap of 10-15cm at the front, back, left and right of the console. console. You can check out the close-up video on Famitsu's hardware from the PS5 below:

It is as fast as expected

While the posts they got their hands on weren't able to review every aspect of the PS5, like the UI and dashboard, they were able to play some of the upcoming PS5 games as part of the game. of its preview, including Godfall and Astro's Playroom. While the videos show off the gameplay of these titles, which we've seen before, the focus is on the PS5's super-fast SSD and load times. However, Famitsu praised the time it takes to restart after in-game death and how quickly the highly detailed next-gen images and video load. "It can be said that the stress of loading has finally disappeared," writes Famitsu. "It's amazing how this data is read and how a different world appears on the monitor in the blink of an eye."

DualSense looks huge

The hands-on impressions go into a bit of detail about the new DualSense controller, explaining how the gamepad's haptic feedback and built-in audio let you experience the different environments Astro experiences. “When you walk on metal, a very slight and strong vibration is transmitted along with a unique metallic sound and you can hear a slightly slippery feeling on the glass,” Famitsu writes. "Haptic feedback predicted that the feel would change in 'real' places, such as underwater or swamps, but I was surprised to see even subtle differences between floor materials." Additionally, 4gamer released images of the DualSense with different colored light bars. < p lang="en" dir="ltr">DualSense with different colored light bars pic.twitter.com/QTrISdNzs4 October 4, 2020 It has also been revealed that Sony is currently using "X" as the confirmation button on instead of "O" with the PS5, which will definitely take some getting used to. These first impressions may only cover the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the PS5, but it's a good start, and from what we've heard so far, it looks like the new PlayStation. promises to be as powerful (and fast) as you'd expect. Hopefully it won't be long before we get a look at the console's new UI, but expect more impressions in the coming weeks. Get the best Sony PlayStation 5 pre-order deals before everyone else! As soon as the PlayStation 5 is available for pre-order, we'll send you an email with the best deals and bundles. The first wave of products may sell out quickly, so get your pre-order in before the queue! Please send me details of other relevant Techradar products and future brands. Please send me details of other relevant third party products. No spam, I promise. You can unsubscribe at any time and we will never share your data without your permission.