Is a PS5 worth it for a long time PC gamer?

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Abster Dec 2, 2024 @ 3:00am

I have a top end gaming pc, and mainly play RPGs & RTS games. Will I enjoy a PS5 if I've never owned a console before? Any hardcore PC gamers here who tried console want to share their opinion please?

I am keen to try driving games (not racing) on a steering wheel & pedals (thrustmaster T300) on a console. Is this a good idea? Or will I just be wasting money on a console?

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Silverlight Dec 2, 2024 @ 3:01am

I sold mine because the only good game was Demon's Souls and I played it already. Years later it doesn't seem like that has changed.

eram Dec 2, 2024 @ 3:02am

you can do that on pc, unless the game you want to play is ps5 only

Abster Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:26am

No, I'm not looking at any game in particular. I thought the console could act as a casual gaming option, but for someone who is comfortable with keyboard mouse and mainly plays RPG/RTS games, the PS5 is looking more and more like a waste of money.

Psycho Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:30am

I wouldn't get one unless you want it for PS5 exclusive games, like Astro Bot. Other than that nah there's really no reason to if you already have a PC with games. Especially because cross platform gaming is becoming more common now, and in cross platform games, PC is usually always the superior option to play on

cybersteve547 Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:43am

ps5 supports kbd and mouse

Alex Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:43am

If you didn't had PC, and you can find yourself really cheap PS5, it would be worth it

Le fishe au chocolat Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:44am

Yes, it is. PS5 is worth trying if you don't mind about its price because it will give you some good experiences. But in my opinions, if you aren't gonna try DS5 controllers nor PS5 exclusive games, a PS4 pro is enough for a racing game. PS4 has a huge games library to enjoy though.

MancSoulja Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:45am

I loved my PS5, but once I played all the exclusives, I had absolutely no reason to turn it on again.

Sure the odd games comes out that I play like Final Fantasy, but it's mostly an ornament now.

cybersteve547 Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:47am

its good for netflix, disney+, etc.

aka Dec 2, 2024 @ 4:49am

Originally posted by Abster:
I have a top end gaming pc, and mainly play RPGs & RTS games. Will I enjoy a PS5 if I've never owned a console before? Any hardcore PC gamers here who tried console want to share their opinion please?

I am keen to try driving games (not racing) on a steering wheel & pedals (thrustmaster T300) on a console. Is this a good idea? Or will I just be wasting money on a console?

You will just be wasting money and brain cells.

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