Destiny Beta PS4 vs PS3 Comparison Screenshots And GIF Shows Massive Graphics/Visual Differences

Bungie's upcoming sci-fi shooter Destiny is in beta testing phase and is available on Playstation 4 and Playstation 3. Here are some comparison screenshots showcasing graphics/visuals difference between Destiny PS4 vs PS3

[XiSasukeUchiha]

The differences are staggering!

[cyguration]

Okay, no. Sorry. I looked at them and other than some slight lighting changes, they don't look that "massive".

Some of the PS3 shots actually look very impressive measured up against the PS4.

[Ezz2013]

i agree

[Greyfoxdbz]

are you joking?
The PS4 version looks waaaaay better. To begin with it is in the ever lauded 1080p. This is a massive improvement for a multiplatform game

Look at these two;
http://i5.minus.com/igEVCqh...
http://i1.minus.com/ibeyODR...

[stuna1]

Bungie did an excellent job on this multi/cross platform title the differences are negligible! Meaning as far as looks go, those who buy this on last gen consoles should be just as pleased and excited as those who buy it on this gens consoles.

[wsoutlaw87]

but check out that shadow in the 3rd pic down in the middle.

[guitarded77]

You must need glasses. The textures alone are night and day. The lighting, shadows and jaggies are different between the two. I mean the PS3 version is playable, but damn... don't discount that the PS4 version looks far better.

[Deadlead]

At first glance I wasn't impressed either, but it's the size of the images provided that fails to detail the visual fidelity on the PS4 version. If you take the time to actually pull up each image and switch back and forth the difference truly is impressive. That said the PS3 version really is quite nice.

[ramiuk1]

i suggest you look again,the difference in huge,especially shadows and textures

[UltraNova]

Textures are somewhat better, lighting is a bit better. AA is where the huge difference is!

All in all for a cross gen game I say Bungie did ok.

With that said I thing cross-gen differences are not as strong as AC:4's were. This goes either way, meaning that Bungie made an excellent work on the last gen version or simply did an average one on next gen versions.

[rawz]

Even though you don't 'see it' doesn't mean the difference doesn't exist.

[KINGOFTHEJUICE-]

Now try that comparison again on a large native 1080p screen and tell me the difference is small.

[x2good4u2x]

I had the game running side by side on the ps3 and ps4 and the differences really are huge at full resolution. I was shocked at how much worse the ps3 version was tbh.

[Ju]

Of course the PS4 version is better - considering it runs at a higher resolution alone. But the PS3 version is mighty impressive to come so close. This is a impressive job done from Bungie.

[user5669510]

yeah im not seeing whats so graphically impressive about this game

[RVanner_]

Completely agree, impressive for the PS3, PS4 looks noticeably sharper due to the resolution but not much else stands out that's a game changer for the PS4 version. Previous gen users should be happy

[sonypsnow]

The Power of PS3 CELL CPU !!!

[Fixay]

Minor differences imo. The PS3 version looks pretty damm good

[Gr1mmyshadows]

wow you try too hard man

[Vantage]

Staggering - to astonish or deeply shock. Nope

Marginal - very slight or small. Yep

[Panthers]

Some of those shots show a huge difference. Especially with the shadows, AA, and haze effects, which are nearly non existent in the PS3 version.

[Papafynn]

Hold your horses! Staggering, the difference is not.

[bigbic]

Very true.
http://sharocity.com/wp-con...

[Orionsangel]

You know when differences are staggering. When you compare Pitfall to Uncharted. Yes, the PS4 version looks much better than the PS3 version. There's no denying that, but it's not night and day or anything. I think both will be great experiences and if you want better resolution and sharper graphics with some more detail. You can have that too, but no one will be shocked by the differences here. Unless you're a graphics whore.

[peshkavusCA]

I know which fanboys dominates the graphic whores department :D

[bigbic]

^
xbox 360 fanboys? With all there digital foundry comparisons of grass blades?

[ITPython]

To those who say the difference is minor, seriously.. get your eyes checked and get some glasses/contacts already. You need it REALLY bad. The difference is beyond night and day.

These two are the most telling IMO. Open them up side-by-side in tabs, and let the browser scale the PS4 picture so they are the same size, then switch back and fourth while looking at the same spot.

http://i5.minus.com/igEVCqh...
http://i1.minus.com/ibeyODR...

This is basically PS2 to PS3 difference in graphics here, and I sorry so many of you cannot tell due to poor eyesight. Goto wal-mart, they sell those cheap magnifying reading glasses for a few $$, then check the pics again to have your mind blown.

[DougLord]

"Open them up side-by-side in tabs, and let the browser scale the PS4 picture so they are the same size, then switch back and fourth while looking at the same exact spot using a magnifying lens..."

Yeah that's the definition of moderately better, not STAGGERING of "night-vs-day". I can tell the difference between night and day with out any effort, without focusing on the same spot. Night and day is like PS1 vs PS4.

[IcarusOne]

Clearly you don't know the difference between night and day.

[ITPython]

Ok, I grabbed a random pics off the net and did some modifying to it for those in dire need of glasses.

Compare these two pics, the difference you see (which has been exaggerated due to your poor vision) is the same level of difference people with good eyesight and/or corrected vision see with the PS3/PS4 Destiny pics.

PS3 - http://i.imgur.com/hFDeQdp....
PS4 - http://i.imgur.com/zWrAbmS....

That is the difference you would be able to see if you got some glasses or contacts. Think about it!

[Deadlead]

Haha thanks for the laugh. Both versions look great(the PS4 with a clear advantage) but this game is still obviously a victim of cross-gen development. Still it is odd people aren't seeing how pronounced the differences are between the two versions.

[Eddie20101]

PS4 version has higher resolution textures, better lighting and shadows, more detailed sky maps, over all much more detail. Oh, and the resolution is obviously higher. My guess is that it runs much better on the PS4 too.

PS3 version looks good, but it is obvious the PS4 version is a good degree better.

LOL to your post.

[IcarusOne]

I think you guys are confusing "not seeing" with "not caring." The differences are there, but they are not staggering. If they are indeed staggering to you, I would argue you've forgotten how good the PS3 can look.

[iiwii]

lol.. I played the PS4 on the Alpha, but wanted to bring in a couple of my PS3 friends on the Beta. That's what it felt like when I first started it up. I felt like it was really low res and in areas felt like detail was washed out a bit. There was a clear cut difference in the graphics.

BUT... after jumping in and playing for a few minutes, you forget all about it. It's still the same game and just as fun (except trying to get use to the difference of the PS3 controller layout)''

[tbone567]

hahahaha. no way.

[trancefreak]

Here is what I do not understand! If the captured shots provided here produce a native gaming TV output Image of 1080p PS4, and 720p PS3 respectively; wouldn't the PS3 image needed to be stretched to compare the same height and scale of both variants of the PS4 versions. It looks more like a windowed mode for the PS3 this way to my eyes.

My point is if the PS3 version was stretched or enlarged to fill my display it would look visually less impressive compared to the PS4. I understand that these pictures are at their native resolution, but with that being seen the PS3 version is not allowing me to enlarge the shot that would be comparable to what would be seen on a monitor or TV screen blown up at 1280x720 output on a 40"TV.

I hope that makes some sense because we are more less looking into a smaller windowed ps3 capture unless you own a monitor that is actually 1280x720.

The PS4 enlarged really shows how much more is in the game without looking ballooned or over blowned by a larger TV @720p.

I like to mention I might be looking at this all wrong as well but was curious to why both versions don't have the same screen fill from the captures. TBH though, I think Bungie did a fantastic JOB here by keeping the game visually impressive on all platforms while maintaining the same gaming experience across multi platforms it appears.

[Akarogg]

@XiSasukeUchiha

I bet you didn't even look at the pictures.

[FanboyKilla]

just finished playing the beta on ps4. sighs i dont know about the difference between ps4 and ps3, but i can say i doubt its that huge. cmon fellas its cross gen no matter how u slice it. and im unimpressed with the graphics on ps4. its obvious they wanted the game in the hands of as many people as possible, if you are looking for next gen, you wont find it in destiny. the game is still interesting none the less.

[Wingsfan24]

Like how you guys NEVER list a source for where you get your stuff. Shinobi would be that source, it might be a good idea to let readers know where you got your information so you look more credible. They're screenshots, but not directly from you.

[Abriael]

To be more precise, Neogaf is the source, but you do have a point.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum...

[Wingsfan24]

Sourcing, the no man's land of games journalism ha.

[yewles1]

Considering it's Bungie's only time one PS3 and their previous 360 work, I wouldn't be surprised if the PS3 version was as low as 1024x576.

[RadioActiveTwinky]

Considering that the Sony platforms are the lead platforms. I wouldn't be surprised that you are wrong.

[Me-Time]

Hmm, I didn't know the PS3 and PS4 were structured the same way.

/s

[Bathyj]

Its a good point. Devs took year to get to grips with PS3's exotic architecture. Bungie are doing it in the twilight of the generation?

I'm amazed that made it look so good, but dont be surprised if the technical and performance aspects are not up to scratch with the 360 version which that are well versed in.

[SirDjss]

I thought the differences would be bigger? Next gen my as. Only difference are better AA on the shadows on walls.

[Cryptcuzz]

It is up to the developers how they go about handling the next gen versions of a game.

If a game is developed both for last gen and the current gen, then more than likely (the current gen version) won't be up to par with the best visuals of what a current gen only game would look like.

That is why, for example, The Witcher 3 developers have decided to develop the game with current gen and PC only. Same for many other developers with games in the works that are skipping on last gen version and creating games with current gen systems in mind only.

"Only difference are better AA on the shadows on walls"

That is not the only difference from what I can tell.

Textures are clearly better and sharper, The overall image of the PS4 version is clearer too. The PS3 version has a blurred look to it. PS4 version is 1080P and the PS3 version will be 720P. That is why the PS3 version looks like it is zoomed in with a smaller point of view and less things displayed on screen at once.

[SirDjss]

Yea sure, the imige might be clearer if you really look hard because of the resolution. But im not kidding myself to seeing something that isnt there just because i want it to be there.

Thats why i keep saying that the differece arent that big between them. Oh .. Its not called point of view, its field of view (FOV) Basic PC terms there ;)

[Anonagrog]

The field of view and the resolution are functionally independent from each other, so there won't be any change there. If you glance the edges of the picture-pairs you'll notice the perspective projection's view angle is the same in both.

[Back-to-Back]

PS3 is also missing alot of foliage PS4 has.

[Cryptcuzz]

Field or view or point of view, you got the point didn't you?
If you want to knick pick about words:

"I thought the differences would be bigger? Next gen my as"
It's Ass, as in your ass. Simple words everyone knows how to spell :D

Not trying to persuade you one way or another about the difference, but the visuals are clearly better on the PS4. Whether big enough for you or not, hey, there are those that will always find something to be dissatisfied about.

[chikane]

PS3 vs PS4

(Massive Graphics/Visual Differences)

You don't say

[Omar91]

6229-L7NT-7K5F

6E85-ANN5-89T2

Here you guys go! enjoy!

[JOLLY1]

those are 4x3 codes Bungie is using 3x3

[Omar91]

are u sure because I just used the third one and I'm downloading the beta as we speak

[JOLLY1]

Oh....is it for PSN? If so, That makes sense, and shoot! :P

[danny818]

False. Its 4x3

[wsoutlaw87]

lol had to spend time disagreeing then you missed your chance. Im sure the codes will be everywhere because bungie is sending 3 to each person

[liquidhalos]

You pop the codes in on the psn if it's 12 digit not bungie. Google is your friend

[JOLLY1]

liquid, I already wrote that I was wrong. No, Google is not your friend though.

[Gr1mmyshadows]

I don't see a massive difference. slight is more the word

[Vantage]

There's not that big a difference. The PS4 defiantly has sharper textures.

The clouds look like paper cutouts on both.

[JOLLY1]

Even though the PS4 version looks far superior, the PS3 version still looks great!

[GUTZnPAPERCUTZ]

What I noticed is Draw Distance, Textures, and Resolution which does make it look quite good compared to PS3, but the PS3 version is no slouch either.

[TKCMuzzer]

I imagine the only way to really tell is to actually play both on your own TV.

[aceitman]

u are right I have both ps3 and 4 betas and on the tv man u can tell the difference. I have a 65inch .

[Shakengandulf]

65inch tv... You must really appreciate that 1080p content.

I have a 40" tv sitting about 5 feet, sitting back further gives me smaller picture and sitting closer would require a resolution jump.

[Sevir]

The PS3's Shadows, Draw Distance, AA and lighting are bad, but I'm sure in motion the game looks and runs well. I'm surprised They got that much out of the PS3 on their first attempt when making the game.

[Edvin1984]

Wow the game looks great on PS3 very impressive, as if I didn't have PS4 id so rock my PS3 for this one.

[N4GJD]

No one should be surprised it looks identical.

Could anyone share a PS3 beta code? PM me. #shotinthedark

[rright]

If anybody has an extra beta code, could you please PM me one? Thanks.

[Gigus]

Anyone have a spare ps3 code?

[Masterman280]

Not ''massive'', but still good.

[Beastforlifenoob]

That is what she said.
Oh and btw im talking about what my gf said about the differences between ps3 and 4 for destny.

[PickAShoe]

PS3 Destiny Beta code :D

3HRT-52N4-EMRG
73F7-QANM-7MBJ

The texture is better on PS4.

[InTheZoneAC]

who cares about graphics for this, the game is average anyway...

[beethovenisblack]

i have extra destiny beta codes 4 ps4(americas)

[system22]

differences, yes. massive differences? i dunno. i was kind of expecting a bigger gap in quality honestly.

[DougLord]

The wall of diminishing returns on Graphics has been hit. We need to focus on make play, story telling, AI, physics, and revolutionary new mechanics. Because beyond 1080p the extra pixels are less and less important.

[Min-Q]

Anyone have an extra NA PS3 beta code? It would be much appreciated... Just got off of work and can't preorder anywhere (Stores are closed.). I wanna check this bad boy out now..!!

Much love...

[Bathyj]

It still amazes me that people look at screen shots of a next gen game on their 21 inch monitors, scaled to fit their browser and think that is what theyre going to be seeing when they play the game.

[DarthBigE]

I get motion sickness playing this game =(
It was fun too.

[floetry101]

Screenshots are one thing, general performance is another.

Yeah, the PS3 port looks pretty good all things considered, but there will be no doubt that the PS4 absolutely obliterates it from a performance perspective, from resolution to framerate.

[TimeSkipLuffy]

PS4 version I play :D

[Locknuts]

ep I'll be holding onto my PS3 and waitimg for reviews.

[mogwaii]

What are these twits on about?!, theyve done a great job on the ps3 version by the looks of these pics, in motion may be a different story.

[schnodder]

Destiny looks very "last gen" ... i really don't get all the hype

[Artemidorus]

Sorry but am I the only one who thinks this game is utter garbage?

[Budobear]

I'm sure you're not the only one but would you care to explain a little as to why? You don't have to I was just wondering how you have formed that opinion after such a short play time with the game.

[Artemidorus]

Just looks like a cross between Halo and Boarderlands. Nothing special at all.

[Budobear]

OK I was hoping for a more informed opinion one based on playing that game, one that I could have weighed up against all the alpha reviews that said it was great. Not just this is rubbish with no more content or justification than that.

[spacedelete]

your not the only one. i was expecting more from a company the fanboys claim make unbelievable games but playing the PS3 beta i couldn't have been more bored.

the AI is dumb as they do the same cover animation while not shooting you, the shooting feels weird and hit detection is terrible as well. also you can tell this was 100% last gen game and just ported to next gen. another garbage hyped game like Titanfall.

[_LarZen_]

It's like taking a trip to the optician and getting some new much needed glasses. Sharper details and better colors.

[bangoskank]

Played the PS3 version last night and wondered the whole time how much better the PS4 version must look. Wasn't impressed with the shadow effects, lighting, and environments. Never thought I'd say it but the PS3 is showing it's age. Now I need to save up for a PS4.

[Neonridr]

Why is this even a topic for discussion. I should hope the PS4 version would look better, it's a more powerful machine.

[peshkavusCA]

Bungie did an awesome job for keeping the graphics and performance on par with other consoles :)

[RAAMzilla]

Anyone else really enjoy the opening cinematic with the astronauts? It had such a 'Huge step for Mankind' vibe, personally My favourite part of the beta actually, lol.

[zarbor]

Massive? Staggering? Man, the bar has been set real low for game developers nowadays.

If I only had a PS3 waiting for a reason to buy a PS4 and saw these shot comparisons, I would feel very very good in keeping my PS3 and waiting for the Massive and Staggering difference in the games.

Looks like we are still waiting for next-gen since all we have now is resolution-gen. Hopefully the game will be great to play.

[vergilxx3]

Thi's game is so over hyped

[peshkavusCA]

It will be interesting to see the comparisons between Xb1 and Ps4 graphics from graphic whores.

[xtheblackparade]

Well don't exaggerate it..there's a difference, period. But i'd prefer the PS4 version even if it was just because the blue light begins the shine out of the controller when entering a dark corridor <3 IMMERSION :D

[jpepsi24]

honestly honestly its just shadow difference and lighting nothing else if u base your games only on visuals you might as well just watch a movie if thats all you care about

[Mordecaii]

I suppose the first thing I shall do as a new member here is give away a beta code! This is for the PS4 : C8MC-D5NA-FTN8

Good luck, sorry there is only 1 to give.