Play Solana unveiled the first-ever web3 gaming console built on the Solana blockchain, called Play Solana Gen1 (PSG1). The announcement was made just before the Solana Breakpoint event in Singapore.
Announcement of Play Solana PSG1
Less than twenty-four hours before the Solana Breakpoint event in Singapore, the Play Solana team announced the release of the first handheld gaming console built on the Solana blockchain. The device is officially named Play Solana Gen1 or PSG1. Some social media users noted that its look resembles retro gaming consoles like the popular Nintendo Game Boy. The console will support Solana’s decentralized network, though specific web3 games that will be available on it have yet to be revealed. Play Solana also mentioned that the final design of the device might differ from promotional images, and the launch date remains undisclosed.
Comparison with Other Devices
The broader adoption of mobile devices for web3 is gaining momentum as this technology expands globally. The successor to the Solana Saga phone, dubbed 'Seeker,' has surpassed 140,000 preorders shortly after its announcement. In the gaming field, Mysten Labs, the developer behind the Sui blockchain, also announced the release of the SuiPlay0X1 console. The company claims that it is the world's first web3-focused handheld gaming device, with units expected to ship in the first half of 2025.
Future of Web3 Gaming
The success prospects of these blockchain-powered gaming projects remain unclear. A study by Elympic found that platforms like Telegram predominantly drove the adoption of web3 gaming in 2024. Increased interest and the use of new devices could significantly impact this trend.
Web3 gaming continues to evolve, and new devices like the Play Solana Gen1 and SuiPlay0X1 could play a crucial role in this process. It remains to be seen how these innovations will be received by the market.
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