PlayStation 4

The PlayStation 4 (PS4) is a home video game console developed by [[sony-interactive-entertainment|Sony Interactive Entertainment]], announced in February 2013 as the successor to the [[playstation-3|PlayStation 3]]. Launched on November 15, 2013, in North America, it features an APU from [[amd|AMD]] built upon the x86-64 architecture, peaking at 1.84 teraflops. The PS4 emphasizes social interaction and integration with other devices and services, including [[remote-play|Remote Play]] and online gameplay streaming. With over 117 million units sold worldwide as of 2022, the PS4 has become one of the best-selling consoles in history, competing with [[microsoft-xbox-one|Microsoft's Xbox One]] and [[nintendo-wii-u|Nintendo's Wii U and Switch]]. The PS4's impact on the gaming industry has been significant, with its focus on social features and online multiplayer changing the way gamers interact with each other. The console's success has also led to the development of new technologies, such as [[virtual-reality|virtual reality]] and [[augmented-reality|augmented reality]], which are expected to shape the future of gaming.