PSP Go! Prematurely Unveiled In Qore?
With every new day that passes, it appears we're inching ever closer to an apparently inevitable PSP Go! announcement...
Many sources have all but confirmed this new iteration of Sony's handheld although Sony hasn't made anything official. All we've seen are mock-ups like this one pictured here, and several solid theories concerning the features and design of the PSP Go! But now, it may have been prematurely unveiled: the direct link to Gaming Console Network is down, but you can find the story in question at N4G. GCN claims to have seen the PSP Go! in the upcoming June 2009 Qore episode. They won't explain how - this whole, "gee, somehow I got access" explanation is cause for suspicion - but the pictures are in abundance and as you can see, it reflects much of the speculation that has been circulating lately. If it's true, Qore reveals that this new unit will not replace the PSP-3000 (they will be sold alongside one another), it will boast a 16 Gig memory and a memory slot for more if you wish, and it's set to release in Fall 2009. All of this also gels with semi-reliable information we've seen over the past few weeks, but of course, until the press release sits before our greedy eyes, none of this is verified.
But if it's the real deal, what do you think? Is this something that might interest you? And for what reason might a consumer wish to have both the PSP-3000 and the PSP Go!...? We should find out soon enough.
5/30/2009 Ben Dutka
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wasim
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:43:32 AM
Kevadu
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:46:32 AM
If you add a second analog stick then developers can only use that stick if they make their games only work on the new system. Sony does not want to confuse the market like that right now.
Gone
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:55:17 AM
Jawknee
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 12:23:19 PM
Fane1024
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:14:05 PM
No. They *can* add a second analog nub. Developers will just need to have two control systems: the shitty one for the PSP-1000 to 3000 which they would otherwise have had to produce for any PSP without a second nub and the functional one for the new system. Most games have multiple control schemes anyway.
p.s. No second nub, no buy, no matter how slim or light or "hip" they try to make it. I'll keep using my PSP-1000 until Sony actually makes a new version that WORKS BETTER.
Last edited by Fane1024 on 5/30/2009 3:18:25 PM
Highlander
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 9:29:27 PM
Apple is not touching Sony's share of the handheld game market. Their devices see in different markets and happen to play some games (mostly mini-games and casual games). The PSP on the other hand is a gaming device that can do other things, but few if any buy it primarily for anything other than games.
This PSP Go! is a reaction to a changing market, but mostly it's a reaction to digital distribution (no UMD), the drop in Flash memory prices, and advances in technology integration allowing things like BlueTooth to be included along with the sliding screen mechanism. Lots of people seem to want to push competition on Sony that's not really there.
Wage SLAVES
Sunday, May 31, 2009 @ 4:24:27 AM
Gregory Freeman
Monday, June 01, 2009 @ 4:30:09 PM
SaintX
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:14:21 AM
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Highlander
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:18:47 AM
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Fane1024
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:26:45 PM
Sony built next-next-gen (at the time) portable hardware, but didn't give us even a complete next-gen control system, so the game can't even run the PS1 classics of which they made so much of a fuss (and then abandoned for the most part) without creating some gimped control scheme for them (which then requires development time, etc.).
Also, they didn't make a screen which can run 480i video in its native resolution, so the HUD and text all have to be reworked in order to be legible.
Great idea for a system; middling execution.
Highlander
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 4:00:31 PM
cellmember
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:31:46 AM
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fluffernutter
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:41:58 AM
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cellmember
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 11:44:56 AM
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fluffernutter
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 12:07:01 PM
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HeXeN
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 12:15:11 PM
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P.S hearing Grand Turismo made me drool.
Fane1024
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:29:23 PM
fluffernutter
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 12:45:28 PM
Fane1024
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:30:23 PM
b3mike
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 9:06:50 PM
SarahPalinMILF
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 4:28:52 PM
shadowpal2
Sunday, May 31, 2009 @ 10:00:44 AM
Xplicit
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 1:17:45 PM
SaintX
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 1:23:59 PM
Fane1024
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:31:39 PM
SaintX
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 1:29:56 PM
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Scarecrow
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 1:57:48 PM
fluffernutter
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 2:20:32 PM
SarahPalinMILF
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 4:33:10 PM
fluffernutter
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 10:45:49 PM
Gone
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 2:28:44 PM
There are official looking pictures on PSU's site.
Last edited by Gone on 5/30/2009 2:33:34 PM
AnonymousPoster
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 2:04:53 PM
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Fane1024
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:33:34 PM
Look up the word console in the dictionary.
Actually, don't bother:
"1. a television, phonograph, or radio cabinet designed to stand on the floor rather than on a table or shelf."
Consoles are big cabinets and, by association, more modern smaller devices of similar sort.
p.s. I know you meant "system"; it's a pet peeve of mine.
Last edited by Fane1024 on 5/30/2009 3:37:15 PM
Xbox_Killer
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 4:55:31 PM
rcrodgers
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 2:44:01 PM
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SarahPalinMILF
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 2:59:23 PM
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SarahPalinMILF
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:04:31 PM
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im thinking that this will be a pass for me...looks ugly and if its meant to be a competitor to the iphone/itouch, ill just stick with my iphone...
fluffernutter
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:10:59 PM
rcrodgers
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 3:58:15 PM
Highlander
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 4:02:58 PM
LOL! if this PSP Go! has the TV output as well as BlueTooth and the PS3 controllers will work with it, that opens the possibility of the PSP becoming a third Sony home game console....
Minishmaru
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 4:45:50 PM
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SNAKEHOUND
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 5:22:44 PM
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NightHawk17
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 6:19:23 PM
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HOODGE
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 7:19:29 PM
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I kinda think tho that this new handheld may be fully compatible with you're dualshock 3 wirelessly as well. That would calm the feelings of some. I hope that becomes a feature that is available. Only thing is you need a cradle for the unit, and when you're on the go, you're not gonna take you're controller and stand with you on the bus.
Last edited by HOODGE on 5/30/2009 7:20:11 PM
b3mike
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 9:09:07 PM
MadKatBebop
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 9:12:29 PM
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MadKatBebop
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 9:14:16 PM
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dillonthebunny
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 9:23:11 PM
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no twin Anubs?!!
there is enough plastic on that PsPgO to fit these nubs, there is no excuse apart from they just didnt want to add them. for the first time im pissed off at Sony, because that is what every psp owner has said from day one of the psp's life.. we need two anologue nubs! plain and simple!
I know this isnt the psp2, but i know that doent matter... the psp has had a huge image transformation with the pspGo, one that will probably be tweaked in the years to come, but will more than likely stay with us ....and probably carry on the design with the psp2.
not a happy bunny.
and i was going to upgrade my psp this year too, i dont think i will bother now. I think i will stick with my launch Jp 1000 series psp.. as its fine and plays all the games I need.
if anyone knows why I should upgrade to the GO or 3000 series then post something on the "whats the last game you brought" thread on the psp section of the forums, because i would like to know what you get for your money!
Highlander
Saturday, May 30, 2009 @ 10:01:51 PM
SarahPalinMILF
Sunday, May 31, 2009 @ 9:36:10 AM
DGo8
Sunday, May 31, 2009 @ 7:23:16 AM
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Internet..i think PSP3000 is going to be the hardcore Gaming Handheld for sony...they will probly bring out PSP4000 next year...as a next one up for 3000..and PSP GO...well i think it was made to go head to head with I Pod..because..Sony Walkman is amazing i think..but people dont want them they want and I Pod...n i think there gonna be pushing PSP GO to go head to head with it...im dissapointed about lack of touch screen if im onest...im not mega fussed about tha second stick but...sony listen to us..just put another stick on. i doubt people will agree with me but thats what i think.
shadowpal2
Sunday, May 31, 2009 @ 10:05:42 AM
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I don't care too much about a 2nd analog stick...since I can get through the game fine using one analog stick. Medal of Honor heroes anyone? Anyway...overall...it's just ok - but I'm sticking with my PSP 1000 - YEA BABY!!!!!!
Why? Well I still get to play my UMDs, I'll be able to buy a bunch of cheap UMD movies since Sony's trying to get rid of them now, it's just as good as any other PSP, the firmware updates are what keep the PSP 1000 going, it feels solid in my hands, the design is the best of the best, and it's the original PSP.
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Monday, June 01, 2009 @ 1:57:31 AM
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