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PS5 offers options for 'digital natives,' says CEO of Sony unit

Faster downloads will be key feature, as company pushes online model

20200612 Jim Ryan, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment

Jim Ryan, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, speaks during an online interview with Nikkei.

KOSUKE SHIMIZU and JADA NAGUMO, Nikkei staff writers
June 12, 2020 21:56 JST

TOKYO -- Sony announced on Thursday details of its next-generation game console, PlayStation 5. The new unit is packed with features and will include new software titles, including a sequel to its megahit, "Marvel's Spider-Man."

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