PlayStation's New Handheld: Battery Life Concerns?

PlayStation's New Handheld: Battery Life Concerns?

Gamers may be disappointed to hear that the newly-revealed PlayStation handheld device could potentially have a subpar battery life, according to recent rumors

The battery life of the new PlayStation handheld device, codenamed Project Q, may only last for 3-4 hours. Unlike the PSP or PlayStation Vita, it is more similar to Nintendo's Wii U gamepad. Although it was officially announced at the latest PlayStation Showcase event, it was leaked before by Tom Henderson of Insider Gaming. According to Henderson's latest report, the battery life of the new PlayStation handheld may be disappointing.

Henderson predicts that Project Q will only have a battery life of 3-4 hours, which is disappointing news for fans who were already unimpressed with the device's emphasis on remote play rather than being a true handheld. This short battery life could be the final blow for Project Q, but until PlayStation releases official information, fans should hold off on worrying too much.

PlayStation's New Handheld: Battery Life Concerns?


Details about the highly anticipated PlayStation Project Q handheld have been revealed by Henderson, indicating that it is expected to launch this November. However, concerns about its battery life and price have yet to be fully addressed, leaving fans uncertain about whether they should invest in the device.

Despite the mixed reception of the PlayStation Vita, there has been a demand for a new handheld device from PlayStation. The success of Project Q remains to be seen as it aims to fill this void. While some gamers may appreciate the opportunity to play PS5 games in handheld form, others may not be as interested. PlayStation faces the challenge of convincing consumers of the value of such functionality, particularly if battery life proves to be a significant issue as reported by Henderson.

Only time will determine the success of Project Q, but PlayStation enthusiasts can still look forward to an exhilarating year. PS5 will witness the launch of numerous noteworthy third-party games in addition to highly-awaited exclusive titles such as Spider-Man 2 from Insomniac Games.