PlayStation Portable Successor Reportedly in Early Development

Sony is reportedly exploring a return to the handheld gaming console market, a move that could reignite competition with Nintendo's Switch. This follows previous ventures like the PlayStation Portable (PSP) and PlayStation Vita (PS Vita).

While details are scarce, Bloomberg reports suggest Sony is in the early stages of developing a new portable console. However, it's crucial to remember that this is preliminary information from unnamed sources, and Sony may ultimately decide against releasing the product.

The rise of smartphones significantly impacted the handheld gaming market, leading many companies to abandon the sector, despite the PS Vita's relative success. Sony, along with others, seemed to believe smartphones adequately filled the portable gaming niche.

The recent resurgence of dedicated handheld consoles, exemplified by the Steam Deck and the ongoing success of the Nintendo Switch, alongside improvements in mobile device capabilities, may have shifted Sony's perspective. The enhanced performance of modern mobile devices might now make a dedicated handheld console a viable and attractive option for both Sony and consumers.

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