What Will the New PlayStation Handheld Console Offer?
Rumors that Sony will return to the portable gaming world have returned to the agenda with stronger signals this time. According to the latest claims, the company is preparing an independent handheld console simultaneously with the PlayStation 6. It is stated that Sony, which has been testing the pulse of mobile gaming with the Portal device, is now taking a more ambitious step. This new console, unlike Portal, will work completely independently.
A New Generation Portable PlayStation in the PS6 Era
According to the information shared on the NeoGAF forums, a source using the nickname “HeisenbergFX4” and known for Xbox hardware claimed that Sony is working on a new handheld console. It was stated that this device will not only be an updated version of Portal, but a new generation console in its own right. According to the source, the device is planned to be released in a similar time period as the PlayStation 6, namely in 2027 or 2028.
Although concrete details about the device’s technical specifications have not yet been shared, it is stated that it will be more powerful and expensive than Portal. This means that the device will have a high hardware capacity and will be able to run standalone games. Instead of a cloud-based device like Portal, there is an expectation for a fully-equipped device that can play local games. This situation excites users looking for an AAA gaming experience on a portable console.
Sony’s possibility of returning to the mobile gaming segment is being followed with interest by both PlayStation fans and analysts who follow the sector closely. Interest in this area has increased again, especially after the success of Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. The possibility that the new console will offer an ecosystem with PS6 is considered as part of Sony’s strategic plans.
All this information has not yet been confirmed by Sony. The possibility that the company will change its plans before making an official announcement should not be ignored. However, when the leaked information and previous reports are brought together, the possibility that Sony is preparing to return to the portable gaming market is strengthened. We will continue to follow the developments.
