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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.piperservers.net/post/24978
If you ask me, the fact that it requires a PS5 makes it a non starter. I was really hoping for a standalone handheld, maybe not as powerful as the PS5, but something to compete with the Switch and Steam Deck. Like the PSP was a less powerful PS2 but still a standalone handheld providing a console like experience. Or even a phone handheld, the N-Gage was ahead of its time!
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That is not a playstation handheld, it’s a screen with a controller attached to it. Looks like the steam deck will remain the best successor to the vita I own (I’ll accept switch if there’s disagreement)
I don’t understand this device AT ALL?! Unless it’s suuuuper cheap there’s nothing it offers over simply pairing a DualSense controller to a phone or tablet?! Add to that the awkwardness of your hands HAVING to be a foot apart to hold the controller halves and it’s just mystifying why anyone would want this??
At the moment I can chuck a DualSense in my backpack and know that I can pair it to my phone when out and about. Two things I already have that work just fine and are arguably more comfortable to use. I would hope this is going to provide a better streaming experience but what I currently use is good enough for occasional use and my phone isn’t even a high end phone.
Oh, I forgot. Apparently it doesn’t even work outside of your home wifi network (it needs to be on the same wifi as the PS5??) making it even less functional than a phone using remote play?! So weird?!
So a wireless video receiver for PS5 a-la nVidia Shield or Steam Link (device, not app).
is it confirmed to work entirely over LAN without an online connection?
This device would benefit greatly if it had 5G service compatibility, just thinking if it had that I could use it on my long commutes on the train. But with WiFi only definitely makes it a no-buy for me. Which is a shame, I loved the Vita and wished Sony would being out a true new handheld!
WTF? Sony be pulling a PS5-U(wiiU reference…in case it wasn’t obvious)
What’s the price point?
I think the Verge reported a leak from the Microsoft vs FTC heating at $299 which is outrageous for a streaming only device.
I don’t think we have even heard speculation, that will be the deciding factor. If they can get it VERY cheap, they might move some units for people who share their TV a lot.
Hmm I’m intrigued and want to see it thoroughly reviewed to learn more about it but I’m def skeptical. I’ve never been impressed with a streaming gaming device due to the small bit of lag.
I have a Steamdeck I use to remote play my PS5 on occasion already, so I seriously doubt I am the target demographic for this.
It would need a solid battery life and to be VERY affordable. I can’t imagine anyone paying over $199, and honestly it should probably be even less.
Like if it wasn’t that expensive, I could see people using it in an environment where somebody else (partner, roommate, kids) are often using the TV. That is basically how I use my Steamdeck, but that has a lot more features as well.where somebody else (partner, roommate, kids) are often using the TV
So… Wii U Pad?
Basically, yup.
