Playstation 5 console is mercilessly mocked on Twitter

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Tonight, after much anticipation, Sony finally revealed its next generation Playstation 5 video game console (above). Hailed by CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment Jim Ryan as "the most striking design console yet", the PS5 consists of a brilliant white outer case wrapped around a black core system, complete with blue LEDs.  

When you compare the PS5 design to the ever-so-drab PS4, its fair to say Ryan has a point. However not everyone, including us, is totally sold on this 'striking design'. 

As one might expect, Twitter was quick to react to the new console, with many users quick to point out – and mock – the PS5, saying it bares a striking resemblance to that of a wifi router:

However there are some loving the PS5's 'sexy' new look:

So what do we think? Honestly? We're not quite sure yet. There's no denying the PS5's design makes an impact, but we've got various questions about its build and functionality. For example, we've yet to see how the console looks laying down, or, indeed, if it even can (especially the one with the built-in disc drive – how does that work?). 

We do, however, admire the bold, brilliant white colour change after countless years of all-black designs, although how long it will stay shiny white out of the box remains to be seen. There's also something to be said for the PS5 being the polar opposite of the Xbox Series X. It would have been easy to follow the signature black console design, but Sony's brave move to stand out means there's certainly no confusing them. It's interesting how the Xbox also had its fair share of ridicule when it was released, with the likening of it to a fridge so relentless, Microsoft crafted a special tweet to clarify the situation (below).

Right now the PS5 design feels very much like a marmite situation, people either love it or hate it, with very few in between. Except us, maybe. We can totally appreciate the amount of brave decision-making, time and effort that has gone into the design, we're just not 100% sold on the end product. We'll certainly never look at our wifi router the same again, that's for sure. 

When will Playstation 5 be released?

The official PS5 reveal did not include or share any definitive launch dates or price for the console, however Ryan did confirm that the system is still on track to be released later this year.

If you can't wait that long, or aren't bothered about getting your hands on the shiny new futuristic device, here are the best PS4 prices in your area:

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