11 Biggest Questions We're Asking About E3 2016

7. How Will Sony Handle The New PS4?

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Speaking of a giant reset button, Sony might accidentally push it if they're not careful. The latest news from the blue camp is that Sony are indeed going to release a more powerful version of the PS4, codenamed 'NEO'.

All games from October onwards are going to require they run in 'NEO Mode', which will allow the new system to supplant any title with additional hardware assets to boost performance. Now - and you can read about the full details here - Sony are putting a ton of stipulations in place to ensure they don't fracture their fanbase; games can't be 'NEO-exclusive', nor can they feature any additional modes the base PS4s can't handle.They exist only to bolster frame rates and graphics (presumably), but how the hell they're going to advertise "an all-new, more powerful PS4" whilst also saying "But don't worry, you don't NEED it" in one conference, is beyond me.

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