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 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...

HTR+ Slot Car Sim looks the biz

The Vita has seen a few efforts at fun car racing. Apart from the awesome MotorStorm and Sonic Racing, none really seem to have taken hold. Table Top Racing is probably the closest we've come to micro-car fun recently.

Looking to change all that is HTR+ Slot Car from Brazilian developer QUByte Games. The game has hit mobile, PC and Mac in the past, but really looks the part on a Vita screen. If it plays as good as it looks, then hopefully the company will bring its other titles to Sony's handheld.

There are 20 tracks, 3 skill levels, a track editor and plenty of bonuses to unlock.

Currently playing on my Vita/PS3/PS4/PS5


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