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Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics

Posted Dec 7, 2010 at 9:29PM EST by Ryan F.

Listed in: PSP Tags: playstation phone, playstation portable 2, psp go, PSP2, rumor, Sony

So while we wait for the impending announcement of the PlayStation phone to arrive, more details of the elusive/long rumored Playstation Portable 2 has once again surfaced online, this time, giving us a more "comprehensive rundown of the device's features from someone with direct hands-on experience with the forthcoming handheld."

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The juicy details comes from a source close to IGN, which states that the "current iterations of the PSP 2 will feature dual analog sliders that are comparable to those found on the existing PSP but are unique in that they have concave indentations rather than convex. It maintains the slider design of the PSP Go, but increases the overall size to accommodate the new features and a slightly larger touch-enabled display."

The source also confirmed that the the PSP 2, much like the PSP Go, will lack UMD drive and will only run downloadable or expandable memory-based games. The device also features both front- and rear-facing cameras, presumably "for pictures, video recording and communication, and augmented reality-based games." IGN also says that the rear-mounted touch panel is real and features a smooth glass-like surface, which our source says "can be used for a variety of input functions such as analog thumbstick-type controls, taps, swipes and other gesture commands like a swipe to reload motion."

But perhaps the most interesting tidbit that the source has revealed is the graphical prowess of the device, which the source says is a "beast, packing enough processing hardware to produce graphics comparable to early PlayStation 3 titles. The processor, we're told, is just over half as powerful as the PS3, though the specific framework of the cores and the clock speed was not revealed."

The source added that while the device isn't as powerful as the PS3, its "components should allow it to sufficiently play games of comparable graphical quality due to the fact that it is rendering to a smaller, lower-resolution display than a full 1080p HDTV."

Another interesting revelation from the source suggest that Sony plans to allow "developers to port or custom-tailor PlayStation 3 titles for use on the handheld, potentially to create a ubiquitous gameplay experience that could sync seamlessly between the console and the handheld. In other words, players could potentially start games on their PlayStation 3 and continue them on-the-go with the PSP 2."

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the lack of physical media, be it discs or cartridges might put off people from buying it. I don't want to buy a downloaded game that I cannot hold with my hands complete with it's brochures and casing, and can easily be wiped out/corrupted if something goes wrong with the memory card or onboard storage.

but then again if the download games costs way cheaper (which should

) then I might consider getting this psp2

-1 # agree — jackf123 2010-12-08 19:34

I don't want to have to buy games I already have if I want to play them on my new psp, or if I trade in the old one to buy this, I think thats a big part of why the psp go failed

-1 # mcp — emcp6666 2010-12-09 15:32

it links to your account and you can link 4 devices to each psn, so you can always play your games considering you dont have 4 at the same time

also i dont think its a real deal breaker for a new console, for an existing one yes (psp go)

but if the psp2 need extra space to do what reported it can do that

in fact if kiosks are at local stores (which i can see happening) i think people will prefer downloads, no carrying extra stuff around with you

remember this is meant to be portable

and its totally possible for portable games to rival the early ps3 graphics

i dont really care about the price providing it does what it promies ill happily part upto a grand

-1 # Correuption? No Problem — Duck 2010-12-11 03:15

If the download system works like it is right now, then it wouldnt matter if your game got corrupted or anything like that, because your PSN account would have a record of what you bought and you could just redownload it again at no cost.

however, i agree, it is kind of nice to be able to hold the the casing and read physical instruction manuals...

-2 # It's $ony we are talking about here — p4mc 2010-12-07 23:59

Knowing $ony I wouldnt be suprised if they priced it at $500 - $600 at launch. Watch, just remember you heard it here first lol

-3 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — Deino 2010-12-08 00:00

Nice. I'd get it even if it costs as much as a PS3...

With those supposed specs, i bet it comes built in with huge memory space..

+3 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — MangoScango 2010-12-08 00:24

No. This isn't good. Imo, part of the PSPs problem is people expect and try to develop console games on it. Its a handheld, it needs handheld games. Notice how iDevice and DS all have games made specifically for handhelds, where with the PSP, you get a lot of games that are console games that try to adapt to the PSP. And it just doesn't work well.

If Sony wants to succeed here, they need more new handheld titles, not adaptations of current titles.

-3 # RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — aperson2 2010-12-08 08:38

Exactly. I can't upvote you enough.

Handheld game development costs around £0.5-5 million. HD console games cost around £15 million.

Whoever spread these wrong rumours... do they not know that most handheld devs won't be able to afford these HD costs? Do they not know customers won't pay £300 for a handheld console? Don't they know this would result in fewer games for our consoles?

This is why I hate fanboys online who spread such obvious lies.

# RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — soppyhankins 2010-12-08 09:10

I do agree with you, however playing some of these longer games really makes me feel like I got my money's worth out of my system. I will play a quick game of Angry Birds or something on my touch while waiting in line at the doctor's or something, but when I'm in an airport and I haven't played a legit game in forever, I pull out my PSP and either play God of War, Monster Hunter, MGS:PW, Dissidia, etc. That's why it has the sleep feature, for more portable "not so portable" games. Because when I need to get up and board my plane, I just bump the button up, walk on, sit down, pull it back out and then I'm back where I was. I think it works really well for larger games and I hope Sony continues this.

+2 # RE: RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — MangoScango 2010-12-08 18:28

I agree. There are plenty of more console like games that are good on the PSP. But it takes more effort than most handheld devs are willing to (or can) put in.

# RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — But Fukir 2010-12-08 09:25

Quoting MangoScango:

... you get a lot of games that are console games that try to adapt to the PSP. And it just doesn't work well....

I think it has worked pretty well.

The best games on the PSP are the full on/all out titles that utilize the hardware IMO.

The PSP is as powerful as a console.

I find popcap "specifically for handheld" games to be somewhat of an insult when I've paid for a more capable system.

If I want cellphone/pokemon games I'll play them on a cellphone/nintendo.

But I bought a PSP instead.

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — ktn 2010-12-08 00:33

i like the idea of porting games but what if u already have the game for ps3 does sony really expect som1 to pay another 60$ for a game they already have?

-3 # Cool — DJ PON-3 2010-12-08 00:35

PS2 2.5

Also agree with Mango.

-1 # umm...ha — Anubis7Horus 2010-12-08 01:45

All i have to say is PLEASE put the analogs inside the D-pad and face buttons...playing with the analogs outside would feel really weird :(

Good thing this is just a dev build or I'd be very disappointed...stupid + D-pad...

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — Afroninja 2010-12-08 02:00

well as cool as the specs are my main concern is wat games are gona b avalible. im not gona dish 300 bucks for a system whose games are hot trash. i want great games for this system.otherwise thers no point

-1 # Mobile Gaming — C O 2010-12-08 03:07

You have to look at the future though. Technology is advancing so quickly that soon you will really be able to play games on a handheld that are comparable to actual consoles. The future isn't in simple games; the current market is. Their implementation of two analog sticks and raising the bar on pure power will make for an interesting and successful business plan if they have the games to back it up.

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — MetalJody 2010-12-08 04:27

so, uhh, what's the expected battery life gonna be? 1 hour?

# I'm out — Acteon 2010-12-08 04:50

If it's download only that means no import games, so it's dead to me. The UK gets sod all in the way of support, and even the US PSN store (which I use instead) is pretty woeful and vastly over-priced.

If true, it also shows that Sony has learned nothing from the Go. And that really is pitiful.

*Sigh* I'll stick with the current PSP I suppose or look at the 3DS.

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — tugabro 2010-12-08 05:46

I wonder if it will be able to handle PS2 games... and I hope they support them with anti-aliasing settings.

I would buy it just for that I guess.

-2 # "PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics" — Kirk 2010-12-08 06:19

If so then it would pretty much rival the PS3 in price too..for a handheld thats a bit too much imo..

# RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — But Fukir 2010-12-08 07:01

I'm a total graphics whore, but I'm starting to notice that great graphics can be kind of moot without a good game.

Its like having a great paint job on a car but no wheels.

-1 # ... — symbal 2010-12-08 07:12

Looks like Sony again sticking to the bigger is better principle and just throwing loads of specs at a console expecting people to buy it. It didn't work with Psp, took 4 years to start working with Ps3 and unless Sony finally gets off their arse to be competetive and innovative with services they offer then this is doomed as well. But just have to hope Sony's learned from past mistakes and get this one right.

-2 # lol — lolzz 2010-12-08 07:48

finally...we could have a fully working n64 emulator and also a small linux distro such as puppy linux...YAY

-2 # ; — lolzz 2010-12-08 07:50

finally...we could have a fully working n64 emulator and also a small linux distro such as puppy linux...YAY

# RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — aperson2 2010-12-08 08:35

No it won't.

But you can reach that answer without developing games for it.

It's portable - it has a high DPi display - it runs off a battery that Sony aim to get the most life out of.
Of course it won't have PS3 quality graphics. You'd have to be a total buffoon to believe that.

I also don't know what kind of spaz your source is but download only? Again you'd have to be a moron to see how wrong that is. The Go was a record-breaking failure. Neither Sony, nor the majority of residential internet connections, have the capacity to provide a good service comparable to what physical media provides. That's why we won't be seeing flagship download-only consoles for a while. The 3DS has physical media and so will the PSP2.

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — But Fukir 2010-12-08 09:32

Why would a 5X3 inch screen need the same graphics as a PS3?

Overkill.

And merciless on a battery I'm sure.

The trick for a handheld is finding the middleground sweetspot when power is limited IMO.

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — TheKeiron 2010-12-08 09:52

IMO I think handheld versions of PS3 games could be pretty kool, though only if they incorperate a 'save state' kind of thing like the GO had so you can stop at any time then carry on your game from exactly where you left it

Also, is the main screen a touch screen? I think its a must, the more variety of inputs the more innovative games there will be

# RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — PS3 Owner1 2010-12-08 12:02

First it was said it'd rival 360's graphics and now PS3? Not taking it for real.

If PSP 2 doesn't have a physical media format then it'll flop cause most of us aren't willing to pay for digital shit. And like to own the original hard copies.

-1 # RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — Deez Nutz 2010-12-22 10:28

agreed.

The 3DS promises current gen console graphics, just in lower resolution. That would not be possible give its current specs. I believe the PSP2 will be closer in meeting that, but only in the way the PSP could reproduce the PS2's graphics (not as good.)

-2 # WTF — vgvz 2010-12-08 12:58

Stop talking about rumors, talk about concrete and official things of sony, there are 3 or more years ago the people still talking about a psp 2 and what they got? a psp slim, psp 3000, psp go... i never seen a "psp 2".

-3 # RE: WTF — dailyqjnetreader 2010-12-08 13:20

Thank you. Remember that this is just a rumor and should be treated as such.

-1 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — xnamkcor 2010-12-08 13:16

"Why would a 5X3 inch screen need the same graphics as a PS3?"
The biggest improvement to the PS3 over the PS2 is the power to support a higher res(as shown with 1080p emulator screenshots). As long as the PSP2 stays 480p or lower, it can just have the power of a PS2(maybe a little more for extra polygons and bigger textures) and it will "rival the PS3 graphics".
Whenever you complain about the downsides of the terrible amount of "graphical power" a portable console is rumored or advertised to have, remember that the people spreading the rumors or producing the ads are out to make money. They will exaggerate and lie to sell their product.

PS: Sony, make the PSP2 play PS2 games and it will sell.

# RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — batanen 2010-12-08 15:35

Quoting xnamkcor:

PS: Sony, make the PSP2 play PS2 games and it will sell.

That would be great, yes, but PSP2 needs something more. I would like that Sony would allow a development of applications (sold on some store or as a free download). In addition, PSP2 would need more features compared to PSP: pdf-reader, for example. Then it could compete with ebook readers (in this case a little wider screen would be appreciated).

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — alooper 2010-12-08 15:24

the rumor mill is full of shit. and this shit is oen of the causes that devices fail when people see they're not what was expected.

# interesting — Thraxster 2010-12-08 15:25

i think it would be awesome if the psp2 were that capable. although i wonder what kind of battery life there would be with such power available.

-3 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — Zenshua91 2010-12-08 16:00

Ok, now the rumors are getting over the top. If this is some sort of ploy to get hopes up for a new PSP, it's a failure. There is no friggin way a 5x3" screen could rival Blu-Ray quality on a 60" screen. Enough of the hypes and overzealous rumorheads, give reasonable facts or thoughts. Clearly the Zues exists, and Sony is giving their "Oh crap, they figured it out! They have proof... this is destroying the surprise... we can't keep secrets... let's nod no and announce it later when everyone knows!" responses, ok, but does this classify as a P)SP2? PSP has been dedicated to game playback... so why make it a phone? To compete with the iPhone and the Androids? Tough luck Sony, stay out of a market you have no competition in.

-1 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — xnamkcor 2010-12-08 18:55

Ummm, The PSPhone and PSP2 are two separate devices.
Just because the PSPhone exists, doesn't mean it's the PSP2.

-3 # RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — Zenshua91 2010-12-08 20:44

Even still, there is no feasible way a handheld can have better resolution or detail or graphics for that matter than a PS3 sporting Blu-Ray.

-1 # RE: RE: RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — xnamkcor 2010-12-08 22:12

Were you expecting it to? Are you unhappy it doesn't?

-2 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — Caldeio 2010-12-08 22:05

The new omap cpus and the tegra 2, are supposed to be on par with ps3 graphics. So if they put a 4-core cell in there, what now? With a hdmi-out I could see the psp2 with at least 720p graphics. The PS3 is what 5 years old?

-1 # Heh — Zhipp 2010-12-08 22:46

I won't believe it until I see it. Seriously, I don't think it's possible. And eve if it was, the battery life would most likely suck.

-1 # hmmm — trigger_ftu 2010-12-10 04:59

1st i just love how people delete my comment w/o any reason again.
2nd game informer had a pic of the finished product of the psp2 in the new release. was kinda interesting to see. because the nubs are both on the bottom inner between the d-pad and the square circle X and triangle buttons. really can't wait to see this come out hopefully they get something good goin on because the 3ds might dominate sales with the 3d capabilities with such limited hardware.

-1 # If even half — 2cents 2010-12-10 19:42

If even half of what the article states is true this thing will cost waaaaaaay too much.

-1 # RE: Rumor: PSP 2 could rival the PS3 graphics — dragonhart6505 2010-12-11 02:40

I too love the graphical qualities of games. I do, on the other hand, prefer the graphics to equal the gameplay. It has to look good, but play nice as well. IE - Dante's Inferno, God of War, Dissidia, etc etc. The only problem I see with this "in the works" system, aside from the obvious missing UMD tray, is that the games developed specifically for this system on release may not utilize the full potential of the system to show off what it is truly capable of. As such it will greatly hurt Sony's profit on the console. To say the least, great concept but I believe people have already learned that Sony is up for ANYTHING to stay on the bandwagon with its' competitors.

Now where did I leave my XBOX portable at...*hint hint nudge nudge @ Microsoft*...

-1 # re: — kyl.blz 2010-12-11 11:25

microsoft has XboX portables, their called laptops + 360 controllers

-1 # lol — kyl.blz 2010-12-11 11:24

i came

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