Here's my rundown of what's been said, what I'm hoping for, and what we can expect now (with no confirmations) on the Orbis/PS4. Don't get your jimmies rustled until the official launch -- this is simply a prediction article!
5. PSN & ACCOUNT CHANGES
One of the largest and most discussed of rumors is the way Sony is changing the User Account system. The PSN itself has not been brought to the table for change, but with the rumor of multi-account longing, the way you reach achievements and share information may change drastically.
THE DREAM: Easy social media integration, interaction that takes little effort, and being able to manage an account that won't, y'know, get hacked. The rumor mill talks of multi-user logins, and the ability to reward teams of players with the same trophy. The idea of ownership is being reeled back, creating an interactive experience that you can share with your family or someone across the country.
THE DOUBT: Do I seriously want Leeroy Jenkins earning a trophy that me and some other guy worked hard on while homeboy picked his nose? Prudishness aside, I'm not sure how this new system could be truly beneficial in keeping games challenging.
Overall, the best one can hope for is an amazing experience with a new console that -- with a track record of great systems over the past few decades -- Sony is almost sure to deliver. This reporter is crazy stoked, and I truly hope that you are too. Make sure to tune into the live stream on February 20th at 6PM EST, follow GamerHub.TV for updates, and follow me on twitter to chime into my live chat during the conference.
