PlayStation’s top executive, Hideaki Nishino, recently highlighted the impressive success of PS Portal sales, describing it as a major win for the company. In a conversation with the BBC, Nishino hinted at exciting future developments, emphasizing that the launch of direct cloud streaming on the PS Portal is only the beginning.
### PS Portal Spurs Interest in New Handheld Ventures for Sony
Rumors have swirled about Sony’s exploration into a fresh handheld console, prompting the BBC to question both Nishino and co-CEO Hermen Hulst on the matter. While the duo skillfully sidestepped these inquiries, Nishino mentioned that evolving gaming habits were a key factor in the debut and flourishing sales of the PS Portal.
Nishino shared, “We’ve recently unveiled a beta program enabling direct cloud streaming to the handheld. We are constantly looking into different ways to enhance the gaming experience for our users.”
After taking a break from the handheld gaming scene, it seems Sony has been working quietly on a new device, with prototypes possibly already in existence. The triumph of the PS Portal only fuels these efforts, particularly as Microsoft openly considers launching an Xbox handheld. With the next PlayStation console era on the horizon, Sony is likely determined not to lag in the innovation race.
