I really want this 30th anniversary PS5 Pro

To commemorate the PlayStation’s 30 years in gaming, Sony has unveiled a nostalgic redesign of both the PS5 and the upcoming PS5 Pro. With that classic gray color and old-school logo, there’s a similarly styled DualSense controller and a redesigned mini cable that wraps around the standard USB-C connector.

The PS5 Pro bundle even includes a standard controller, DualSense Edge and an optional retro disc drive cover and charging stand. Even PlayStation Portal gets a 1994 color.

Pre-orders start on September 26 through the company and in participating stores, for a launch on November 21. Sony has taken me personally: Design it in the colors of my childhood gaming memories, and I will buy it – especially when the PS5 comes out first. Pro shows that it can make some leaps in game engine performance.

— Matt Smith

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