How To Get Stretched Res On Ps4 2021

Okay, let's be real. You're here because you want that *thicc* character model. We all do. Don't deny it. It's the forbidden fruit of PS4 gaming in 2021. I'm not judging.

The Dream: Stretched Res on PS4

Ah, stretched resolution. A PC gamer's playground. It's like giving your character a digital spa day. But can we get that glorious, wide-bodied look on our trusty PS4?

Spoiler alert: prepare for some disappointment. It's not *exactly* a walk in the park, or even possible.

Why the Struggle is Real

The PS4 isn't as flexible as a yoga instructor. It likes things neat and tidy. Think of it as that one friend who always orders the same thing at a restaurant. You try to get them to branch out, but they just *can't*.

Consoles like their resolutions pre-determined. Sony decided what looked "best" for everyone. Thanks, Sony... But you thought that "best" is not good enough.

The 'Workarounds' (and Why They're Kinda Meh)

So, you've scoured the internet, right? Found some videos promising the world? Yeah, I've been there. We've all been there. Let's dive into them.

Some people talk about messing with your TV's aspect ratio. Changing it to 4:3 sounds like a plan, until you realize everything looks...squished. It's like everyone skipped leg day, and it's not pretty.

Another suggestion involves tinkering with display settings on your PS4 and TV. Overriding settings, and hoping something sticks. More often than not, you just end up with a headache and a slightly blurrier picture.

The Unpopular Opinion

Here it comes. Ready for it? I think the stretched res craze is a *little* overrated on console. I know, I know, throw your controllers at the screen!

Hear me out. The advantage is debatable. Some say it makes targets bigger and easier to hit. Maybe. But honestly, doesn't it just make everyone look like they ate too many donuts?

Plus, the graphical fidelity takes a hit. Everything gets a little...smudgy. And on a PS4 in 2021, we're already pushing the limits of what it can do. Do we *really* want to make it struggle more?

Embrace the Native Resolution

Maybe, just maybe, we should embrace the crisp, clear image our PS4 gives us. Work on our aim. Practice our movement. Become *masters* of the native resolution.

Instead of trying to force a stretched resolution, try changing your sensitivity. Tweaking your settings can drastically improve your aim. Experiment and see what works best.

Or... you could just buy a PC. But that's a whole different rabbit hole, isn't it? We're talking big money, complicated builds, and a whole lot of driver updates. Pass.

The (Slightly) Good News

While *true* stretched resolution might be a pipe dream, there's always hope for future updates. Maybe Sony will surprise us one day. But probably not.

And hey, who knows? Maybe the next generation of consoles will be more flexible. Until then, let's just enjoy the games we have. And maybe lay off the donuts, digitally speaking, of course.

So, there you have it. The (unfortunate) truth about stretched res on PS4 in 2021. It's a quest filled with frustration, questionable advice, and ultimately, disappointment. Good luck, you'll need it.

Maybe it's time to accept that the thicc life isn't for us, at least not on console.