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Possible new PlayStation Portal model pays homage to the Vita's OLED

While much of the focus on PlayStation's next steps is the PS6 and PS6 Portable , the two-year old PlayStation Portal could be getting a revamp according to those pesky internet rumours.  Update : Hints at pricing are around £/$250-299 for the new model, but everything remains deeply in rumours territory. Presumably to hit the 10% (currently 7%-ish) adoption rate among PS5 owners that would make it a bone fide hit gadget.   As the improvement in connectivity and streaming tech, proven by many gamers enjoying their PS5 or PlayStation Plus streamed content from around the world, an updated Portal Pro could be on the cards.  Possibly featuring a 120Hz display and an OLED screen in honour of the mighty Vita, that'd be cool. Assuming the 120HZ streaming is solid, an OLED would be the more welcome addition, especially with the latest generation of technology offering QD-OLED (Quantum Dot-OLED), WOLED (White-OLED) and other buzzy titles for smarter display.  Whatever ...

Hakuoki: Edo Blossoms reversible covers and English screens

Idea Factory is bringing Edo period romance visual novel Hakuoki: Edo Blossoms our way in mid March. The physical edition will feature a reversible cover for your own choice of sword- or gun-wielding studly types. They are the object of young Chizuru's affection, determined to find her father, she must romance these famous warriors through a series of engaging stories and dramatic events.



IF also has a first batch of English screens. Featuring Hijikata, a "Demon Vice Commander" of the Shinsengumi who has to cope with Shinsengumi's fracturing after losing the Battle of Toba-Fushimi in Kyoto. In the face of shifting tides, the normally stern disciplinarian begins to let his softer side shine through, but maintains his integrity as a warrior.






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