Sony’s PlayStation Upgrade Mix‑up—Why Horizon Forbidden Westters May Tap Into a Free Upgrade
Yesterday, Sony Interactive Entertainment’s boss Jim Ryan dropped a bomb that lightened a pretty heated debate among gamers. He announced that anyone who hops on the PlayStation 4 version of Horizon Forbidden West will receive the next‑gen PS5 copy for free. Much like a surprise gift card in a fitting room.
What Went Wrong?
When Sony revealed the pre‑order details for Guerrilla Games’ latest title, they slipped a big oversight into the mix: there was no upgrade path from PS4 to PS5. Fans hissed, comments rolled in, and the community erupted—think a wave of disappointed exclamations in the comment section.
Ryan’s post on the PlayStation Blog, “it’s abundantly clear that…the offerings we confirmed in our pre‑order kickoff missed the mark,” was an attempt to soothe the stirred pot. He reminded everyone about the commitment to free upgrades for cross‑gen launch titles and highlighted that Horizon would fit under that umbrella.
Key Takeaway: The Free Upgrade is a Classic “Buy the Cheaper One, Get the Pricier One for Free” Deal
- Shop the PS4 version for about S$79.90 (or roughly $67).
- Then activate the free upgrade to get the PS5 edition at no extra cost.
- Because the price ladder had a nice “slip” this glitch means you save about £20—that’s a tidy little discount for a fan‑fanatic journey.
Reason Sony Didn’t Crack it Yet
To evolve the furniture, Sony said that future first‑party cross‑gen games (think the God of War sequel and Gran Turismo 7) will incur a digital upgrade fee of U$10 (S$13). So, while future titles offer a price, the Horizon S2 situation has a “no‑fee” loophole that’s still open for grabs.
Official Launch Dates
Don’t forget: Horizon Forbidden West hits both PS4 and PS5 shelves on February 18, 2022. This could be the best way to dazzle your console with a flash of payment wizardry.
So what’s the moral of the story? It’s a reminder to read the fine print—and sometimes, a “free upgrade” can appear in a blur of creative glitch. Sony may patch it eventually, but for now, the bargain is real, and the gamer’s wallet can breathe a sigh of relief.
