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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...

198X does full retro on the Switch

Ahh, combo games. Back in the 80s multi-sport Summer Games or multi-shooter games like Raid over Moscow were a great way to add value to a game by offering different "events" or level types. Enter 198X on the Switch, a game that throws in a whole bunch of genres including road racing, beat 'em up, arcade shooters and more as the backdrop to a personal story and adventure. All for just £8.99 and out now.

As a kid in the 90s, the local arcade was a part of growing up, but in 198X, it is key to the protagonists growth. Each game has its own graphic style and suitable music with the over-arching story tying everything together.

Currently playing on my Vita/PS3/PS4/PS5


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