A developer from the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach team has revealed that the leap from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5 isn’t as significant as anticipated, though the newer console has made the development process more streamlined.

In a recent interview highlighted by GameSpot, Kojima Productions’ CTO noted that while the improvements between the two consoles aren’t earth-shattering, the PS5 does offer faster loading times and more efficient methods of achieving creative goals. For instance, developers no longer need to rely on workarounds to build worlds, though this newfound freedom introduces technical challenges, particularly for programmers. The studio’s visionary leader, Hideo Kojima, may often push artists to experiment beyond traditional boundaries, which can sometimes lead to complexities that require additional problem-solving.

The current console generation suggests that the days of massive technological advancements may be w