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The_Yoda on 06 June 2024
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LegitHyperbole said:
Tober said:

Big question is if it would use X86 or ARM. Steamdeck uses X86, Switch uses ARM.

ARM is usually better for battery live and might overall be a cheaper design. But if the PSP3 would take advantage of ARM there would not be a plug-and-play for the PS4 library of games. These games need work in porting them.

If it uses X86 it has the same challenges as Steamdeck in battery live and price. Or in other words a portable PC, not a dedicated handheld/hybrid design like Switch.

Other question is if such a PSP3 would support physical media or be digital games only. If digital only it would limit its appeal.

I don't think so, Digital only is now the time. God knows a memory stick on Switch is preferable to messing with carts. Can't even find where my carts are, bloody small little things. I don't think anyone likes carts. 

I would love to get away from carts BUT as someone with 4 switches in the house and Nintendo being how they are about being able to share software ... Carts are the cheapest option.  I also have a case for my Switch that holds about 20 carts and a couple small plastic cases that that hold 4 carts each.  Until Nintendo allows you to share digital software with your family group, carts are the only way everyone can play a title without me spending $240 per game (4x$60). From a financial / convince perspective I like carts as a multi system owner.