Sony is celebrating PlayStation’s 30th anniversary by unveiling a fascinating new webpage that’s definitely worth a visit. Packed with intriguing nuggets of the brand’s history, this webpage showcases a timeline that spans three decades of gaming innovation.
Highlights from PlayStation’s 30th Anniversary Page
One standout moment in PlayStation’s storied past is the success of the PS2. Sony has finally laid to rest any doubts by officially confirming that the console sold a staggering 160 million units. This number was a hot topic for debate among gaming fans, especially after Jim Ryan, a former Sony executive, casually mentioned it on the PlayStation Podcast.
The page doesn’t just stop there; it dives into the history of every console PlayStation has launched. From quirky, nostalgic ads like the one shown above to the memorable first DualShock advertisements throwing shade at competing controllers, there’s plenty to explore.
Unexpectedly, PlayStation Stars makes an appearance on the page. Although this loyalty program has faced criticism for its glitches, Sony assures fans, "The service continues to evolve alongside PlayStation."
Elsewhere on the webpage, you’ll gain an appreciation for how ahead of its time the PSP was. Not only could this handheld device run games, but it also played movies and MP3s, achieving sales of over 80 million units. Its impressive suite of online capabilities included Wi-Fi alongside ad-hoc connectivity for local multiplayer games, signaling a future many didn’t foresee at the time.