The PlayStation 4 and Xbox consoles may be getting older, but they are still widely used by many gamers. Recently, Goat Simulator 3, originally released as a current-gen-only game in 2022, is now being ported to the older consoles. This trend of bringing newer games to older consoles is not new, as we saw with other games like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
Goat Simulator 3, the sequel to the popular original Goat Simulator game, was initially released on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in November 2022. The game received positive feedback for its wacky and open-world gameplay. Now, Coffee Stain has announced that Goat Simulator 3 will be available on PS4 and Xbox One starting from October 24. This port will include all the free content updates released since 2022, as well as the Multiverse of Nonsense DLC.
For players who already own the game on PS5 or Xbox Series X/S, they will be able to play it on the older consoles without having to purchase it again, thanks to cross-buy support. Additionally, Xbox ports will support cross-saves across different console generations, allowing players to continue their progress seamlessly.
The decision to bring newer games to older consoles raises questions about the future of the gaming industry and console technology. Despite the PS4 being nearly 11 years old, publishers continue to release games for it in 2024. While this may benefit players who have not upgraded to the latest consoles yet, it also indicates a reluctance to fully embrace the next generation of gaming technology.
Looking ahead, upcoming releases like GTA 6, set to be available exclusively on next-gen consoles in 2025, may encourage more players to transition to newer hardware. This shift could potentially reduce the need for last-gen ports and push the industry towards further innovation and advancement.
Overall, the porting of Goat Simulator 3 to older consoles highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the pace of technological progress in the gaming industry and the balance between catering to existing players and driving innovation forward.
