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June Update: PlayStation 6 and PlayStation Portable future visions

 The recent PlayStation video about the "simulated" technology in development, discussed between AMD and Sony engineers that will power the PlayStation 6 was interesting from a geek point of view. But from a gameplay perspective, there is - IMO - no need for a PlayStation 6 for another few years. Especially with the limp Xbox is-it-isn't-it launch .  June 2026 Update : The latest snippet of gossip for Sony's next-gen systems is a modular/external drive that will connect to both devices. Allowing installation on the portable of physical games, and reducing the cost of the PS6 by making the Blu-ray an accessory (like the PS5 Slim).  I prefer the idea of a dedicated dock on the PS6 that connects the next Portable to your entire PSN library, and they'd better make it work as an extra controller, but I'm sure there are practical benefits to the extra drive.   That should also boost sales of PS4 and PS5 physical games, especially on the second-hand market, as folk...

Japan roundup: more free stuff for Vita gamers

Andriasang provides news of some welcome freebies for Vita owners today. A Sony tie-up with telco Docomo will bring a free car for Ridge Racers and some unspecified content for Hot Shots Golf plus something for mad Japanese cat herding game (possibly) Minna to Issho.


Separately, the Vita's Hatsune Miku game will come with one of those natty, arty, screen protectors with the dancing star emblazoned upon it.


This follows Sony similar efforts with Metal Gear and other titles. Do hope these make it west in some form, or a risky journey on eBay it is.


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