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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...

Nobunga's Ambition offers Vita-based strategy for Japanese gamers

This turn-based strategy series has been a staple of Japanese gaming since the 8-bit days and now the Vita is getting in on the role-playing simulation action. Set in the Japanese feudal Three Kingdoms era, Nobunaga's Ambition Tendou is likely an update of the recent PS3 game, from which this trailer is swiped, with traditional shouty-man voice-over.



Developed by Tecmo Koei, there's war, politics, betrayal and management of your growing empire aplenty. Don't know if these games make it west much, but it would make a welcome addition to a platform somewhat bereft of strategy titles. Which makes me wonder if a Total War game on the Vita is a possibility?

Currently playing on my Vita/PS3/PS4/PS5


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