No PS4 Version in Sight for Mortal Kombat 12

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As a long-time Mortal Kombat fan and gaming industry analyst, I‘ve been eagerly awaiting updates on MK12. And based on my expertise, I firmly believe the next installment will fully embrace next-gen, without a PS4 version in sight. Here‘s why:

Limitations of PS4 Hardware

Releasing MK12 on aging PS4 hardware would severely limit the game‘s ambition. As a 2023 title built to push boundaries, the last-gen CPU and low memory bandwidth could restrict innovation:

HardwarePS4 / Xbox OnePS5 / Xbox Series X
CPUWeak 8-core Jaguar @ 1.6GHzHigh-performance Zen 2 8-core @ 3.5GHz
Memory BW176GB/s560GB/s

Given these massive tech gaps, a PS4 release could hinder:

  • Visual fidelity – Lower texture/model quality and resolution
  • Loading – Longer wait times between matches and modes
  • Gameplay innovation – Constrained physics, destructibility, AI, etc
  • Feature breadth – Less modes, fighters, customizations etc

Mortal Kombat thrives by pushing boundaries. Avoiding PS4 allows MK12 to wow through bleeding-edge gameplay and jaw-dropping spectacle.

Past Precedent Points to Next-Gen

Looking to recent history also suggests a next-gen trajectory for MK12:

  • MK11 went next-gen exclusive – After initial cross-gen launch, MK11 was later enhanced for PS5 & Xbox Series X/S exclusively.

  • Street Fighter 6 leads fighting games to new gen – SF6 skipped PS4/Xbox One to allow "new gameplay experiences".

  • Next MK needs a graphics overhaul – MK11‘s visuals, while great on PS4, are dated now. A from-scratch rebuild is needed.

Industry momentum for exclusives on new consoles is clear. After an excellent run, it‘s time for Mortal Kombat to move on from PS4 as well.

My Predictions as an Industry Expert

Given industry analysis and studying past Mortal Kombat releases, I predict a 2023 launch for MK12 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC only. My rationale:

  • 2022 teasers focused on graphics innovations: things like ray tracing and 4K 60 FPS support hint at next-gen capabilities exclusively.
  • With a 2-3 year dev cycle, starting work before PS5/Xbox Series X was out, cross-gen bloats scope: easier to focus efforts.
  • As an Unreal Engine 5 title, MK12 can showcase bleeding-edge visuals: huge graphical leap over MK11 requires cutting PS4 loose.

I‘d love to see MK12 redefine expectations through trailblazing technology and gameplay. Avoiding the limitations of PS4 hardware will empower this franchise vision.

While full details remain scarce currently, as an expert gamer and industry analyst, I‘m confident MK12 goes next-gen only. But what are your thoughts? Let me know in the comments!

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