Sony is reportedly working on a next-generation handheld console capable of running PS5 games natively. According to reports from Bloomberg and Digital Foundry, the upcoming device is in the early stages of development, with rumors suggesting a prototype may already exist. This potential handheld could rival the Nintendo Switch and be reminiscent of Sony’s previous devices like the PSP and PS Vita.

Digital Foundry supports handheld development claims

On its YouTube show DF Direct Weekly, Digital Foundry said it learned about Sony’s handheld months ago. The channel’s John Linneman said:

• Sources indicated that Sony was working on the device.
• A prototype may already exist, although details remain unclear.
• The handheld aligns with Sony’s strategy of offering portable and home gaming options.

Sony has not officially commented on this information.

Sony PlayStation Portal and Cloud Gaming Updates

Sony’s most recent handheld, the PlayStation Portal, released last year, functions as a remote player for PS5 games. However, it requires a PS5 to be in rest mode to use.

In November, the portal received an important update:

• Cloud streaming support: PlayStation Plus Deluxe and Premium subscribers in select countries can stream more than 120 PS5 games directly from Sony’s servers, eliminating the need for a paired PS5.

Despite these advances, the handheld is expected to offer native gaming capabilities on PS5, a feature that Portal lacks.

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