Tue, Sep 02, 2008 | 09:53 BST

PSP 3000 for October 16 launch in Japan

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Sony’s confirmed this morning that PSP 3000 will release in Japan on October 16 for ¥24,800 (£127.85).

The unit, which features a brighter screen, built-in microphone and less battery life than its predecessor – will launch in Europe on October 31, priced £149.99.

Update: According to this Kotaku story, some bundles have also been announced. Gundam vs. Gundam, Patapon 2 and Dissidia Final Fantasy will all be available with the machine, priced ¥24,840, ¥23,800, and ¥25,890 respectively.

2 comments

#1

patlike
02/09/08, 9:49 am

*stares hatefully at microphoneless PSP*

#2

Psychotext
02/09/08, 9:55 am

Should be interesting to see how much of a sales bump this provides. The Japanese do love their new versions of hardware. :)

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