Is Sony planning to release a new PS5 with a detachable disc drive?

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Sony has not confirmed anything, but a new PlayStation 5 console may be coming soon. The rumours of a redesigned PS5 have been around for almost a year. One insider says he knows the release date. Sony usually makes mid-generation consoles. For example, the PS4 Pro and the PS4 Slim came after the PS4. The PS5 is three years old now, so people are wondering: What's next?

Some insiders say the new PS5 has a detachable disc drive. This means Sony only needs to make one base console. Players can choose to buy the disc drive or not. Reports claim it could come out sometime in September after an August launch. This is still a rumour, so don't get too excited. But it's hard to ignore when so many are going around.

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PlayStation Stars debuts in North America

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Sony launched its new loyalty program, PlayStation Stars, in North America. If you join, you get rewards like digital collectibles, PS Store credit, full games, and more. It's free to join if you have a PlayStation Network account. You can sign up through the PlayStation website or on the iOS or Android app. 

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Sony to host 'State of Play' online event on June 2

After a couple of months, Sony is back to hold another State of Play event next week. It'll take place on Thursday, June 2, on Twitch and YouTube. You can check it out in the video included in this post. Sony promises it'll be a 30-minute event with announcements and updates regarding all things PlayStation and the games you might be looking forward to. Brett Elston, senior manager for Content Communications, SIE, wrote that there will be "exciting reveals" from third-party partners and a sneak peek at games being developed for the PlayStation VR2.

Sony job listing hints at bringing 'popular' PlayStation games to mobile

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Sony hasn't really done much with its PlayStation game franchises beyond its console. But it looks like the company has other plans. A new job listing from the company is looking for an executive to become the new Head of Mobile. The focus will be on bringing PlayStation's "most popular franchises" to mobile. Understandably, there are no mentions of titles or timeframes, but the person who gets the job will need to develop a three- to five-year strategy.

Source: Eurogamer | Via: Engadget