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[golem]

No 1080p? Bummer.

AV output 720p, 1080i, 480p

Ugh guess I'll wait for Vita TV2

 

[Slime]

Probably saved the Vita by increasing the user base in the long term, but the touch screen aspect makes it pretty useless right now. Here's hoping Sony's working their asses off to get all the games that rely on it patched.

 

[doemaaan]

https://twitter.com/kobunheat/status/376980522318061568

"Press release says that not all PS Vita titles will be playable on PS Vita TV, because it doesn't have a touch screen etc."

So, for games like Tearaway... it will NOT be supported by this device? Is there anyway to use the Vita as a controller and still play on screen? have they mentioned anything like that?

 

[MoGamesXNA]

Megaton. Gamers that "don't get" handhelds will still be able to enjoy the existing PSV library and PS1/PSP titles in an environment they prefer to game on. This bodes extremely well for the platform and for existing Vita owners.

I just wish that it was styled like a mini-PS4. It's surprising that they didn't use a similar design language.

 

[mrklaw]

And stream PS4 to another TV outside your house.

oh shit - take the PS4 with me to my parent's house, or hotel on a business trip - nice!

 

[BurnOutBrighter]

However, the most awesome use for this from what I see, is the ability to use it to remotely play your PS4 in a different room from where the PS4 is actually located. That's a pretty awesome feature. Having the PS1 classics is also cool, too, but the primary reason I could ever see myself wanting this down the line is for the remote playing of PS4 games feature.

Would be awesome for me. I'm always lugging my PS3 up and down floors depending on who is using the TV and who wants to use the PS3 to watch videos.

 

[RaikuHebi]

Why create a system that will compete with the PS3 and PS4? Seems like a mistake to me. Too many systems in the marketplace. Just get the PS3 price down (especially now that it's flash memory).

And if they were going to do it, at least do it right: don't make people buy overpriced VITA memory cards.

If they market it right it will print money.

Would be awesome for me. I'm always lugging my PS3 up and down floors depending on who is using the TV and who wants to use the PS3 to watch videos.

Exactly the same here, though atm I've got into Vita remote play.

 

[Seraphis Cain]

I really hope this comes out in the US in time for Christmas.

 

[danielcw]

How does it handle touch input?

 

[Frumix]

People buying vitas are people playing it on the go.

Not always.

 

[kirblar]

They said in the press conference it's coming out first in japan. Which implies it'll come out elsewhere.

Japan got their PS4 date pushed back, so it makes sense to use this to buffer it.

 

[RdN]

This is a fantastic idea.. I'm excited for the PS4 Remote Play. If it's smooth and fast, it'll be amazing.

 

[Zoator]

This is awesome. I bought a Vita for Persona 4 Golden, but I hate playing on a 5 inch screen. In lieu of an HDMI port on the Vita itself, this is exactly what I wanted.

 

[weevles]

Damn, Sony wants all the money.

Fuck all Ouya, Shield, Amazon, Roku....

 

[Kyon]

The PS Eco system tv idea I always wanted it and its weird that I'm surprised it happened.

I LOVE Apple TV and this is even more perfect

 

[Waldo Lydecker]

Guys, guys! How will this Vita tv work with system activations? I am already using my account on 2 Vita's :-S

 

[Diprosalic]

i wasn't sure if i should buy a 3DS XL, PS4, Vita or upgrade my PC.


this doesn't help sony.

 

[Despera]

In reply to the release date, yes.

Pretty much this is what I understood from that tweet.

I'm sure a western version is coming out. You can't have House come over to announce a Japan only device.

 

[BrokenEchelon]

If the Vita supports wifi remote play from anywhere this will do.

We know Vita does because they showed a girl playing her PS4 using her Vita at her school cafeteria.

Oh, well if that's the case then fuck me, that's crazy.

 

[FINALBOSS]

90% of sony made vita games use the touchpad, how will that work with this setup?
is the system itself a vita requiring a vita mem card and game cartridge?
can the vita be used as a controller?
can the DS4 be used as a controller?

Assuming the DS4 will be able to used instead of DS3 for touchpad games. I wouldn't say 90% though.
Don't need a vita.
No idea.
Most likely.

 

[travisbickle]

So uh... Uncharted GA, Tearaway, Murasaki Baby and so on so forth are a no-go. Guess I still gotta mod my Vita for capture then.

First parties could possibly patch the control scheme.

 

[co1onel]

Someone wake me up. I'm dreaming, I'm sure of it.

 

[Dahbomb]

I don't understand this product much.

 

[IrishNinja]

ah, no touchscreen, right right

wait so i don't need to get a vita now to play all these vita games i got on psplus?

wait no, i think you still need a vita, man
edit: i might be mistaken? kinda confused now

 

[Dragon]

It should be bundled with a dual shock 4 to alleviate the touch concerns.

 

[polyh3dron]

RIP IN PEACE OUYA

 

[Tricky I Shadow]

Neat idea, but I’ll just stick with my Vita.

 

[Gustav]

How can it be that small?

Vita without a battery, screen and buttons will do that for you.

 

[ckohler]

I just want to go on record again to say that I predicted this a couple of months ago.

 

[LuuKyK]

This is beyond clever from Sony. Awesome move. I am getting this for sure, it is exactly what I needed.

 

[Nightengale]

Games like Uncharted, Killzone & Gravity Rush would probably get patched in with non-touch features, but yeah, some games will definitely not be able to do it. ( like Tearaway )

 

[ReturnOfTheRAT]

One for the ages as far as the, "One last thing" goes.

 

[Metalmarc]

Oh japan only, will wait for western release

 

[The_Inquisitor]

The Remote Play demo in the trailer implies that it's DS4 compatible.

Remote play and DS4 being patched in I think. I'm wondering if these will be completed before worldwide launch.

 

[SilentFlyer]

But is it coming to US/EU?

As per Yoahida, today announcements were for Japan only.

 

[rain elbows]

The Remote Play demo in the trailer implies that it's DS4 compatible.

The spec sheet says its DS4 compatible with future update

http://scei.co.jp/corporate/release/pdf/130909c_e.pdf

 

[Man-is-Obsolete]

The output resolution on this thing will be crucial. Not sure how ifeel about everything being 540p or less. Wonder if the os and video services will support 720/1080.

 

[keuja]

Should be on OP that it also works as a PS4 extender. Leave PS4 in the living room, take the Vita box to your bedroom and play PS4 from there.

Or at your grandma's place or at your hotel when you travel I hope.
Do you need to be on the same LAN for it to work?

 

[SkullHydra]

This is so freaking good.

 

[Red Liquorice]

Why would I buy a handheld and an expensive addon so I can play the handheld on a TV?

Seems like something a £12 cable could do.

 

[Proven]

I'd buy this.

 

[Infinite_Daremo]

Good idea.Great price. If the attach rate for this thing is good i.e. bundled in with a PS4 will it tempt developers to actually care about Vita?

Also, I wonder if they could patch in sync'ing a controller natively to a Vita.

 

[AniHawk]

i want

a ps vita (the handheld) for tearaway, dangan ronpa, and other obviously handheld-only games

a vita tv for trails in the sky and other rpgs i missed out on

i don't want both... so i might settle on the much more expensive handheld for just a couple of games, despite how much more vita tv is up my alley.

 

[OmegaTreeFish]

This could be a huge deal here in the West. Portable gaming isn't as popular here so the vita will now have the on the go model for people who like the portability and the cheap home console model for people who are interested in the games but hold back because its on a portable.

The fact that either option lets you stream ps4 games. Could be a huge hit at the right price. Not convinced its as much of a selling point in Japan though seeing as the are crazy for portables.

 

[Devilgunman]

Press release with specs: http://www.scei.co.jp/corporate/release/pdf/130909c_e.pdf

A bundle with a DS3, and an 8GB card will be available for $150.

no 1080p output

 

[B.O.O.M]

I said this in the other thread too..this is bloody brilliant. This is essentially another Vita SKU without the screen etc, video out and half the price.

Brilliant

 

[co1onel]

Assuming the DS4 will be able to used instead of DS3 for touchpad games. I wouldn't say 90% though.
Don't need a vita.
No idea.
Most likely.

They showed them playing it with a DS4 in the trailer.

 

[Hip Hop]

People buying vitas are people playing it on the go.

Not really.

I buy handhelds and never take them outside the home, that is something I don't do.

I'm planning on getting a 3DS as well, just to play at home. It's all about the games.

 

[Mpl90]

So, the base model is for those who already own Vita, I suppose. While the 150$ is for those who don't own a Vita, with DS3 and an 8GB card. Unfortunately, there's still the memory problem, the cards are just too costly.

Still, this seems like a good move.

 

[$h@d0w]

I see only one solution. Patches. Patches everywhere.

Doesn't matter, this is the platforms future now.

There are only like 2 games that use the camera features like this to progress - Uncharted, Assassins Creed Liberation. I think it's fine.