Gamescom – Sony Unveils PSP-E1000

Thats right kids, just when we all thought that the PlayStation Portable was dead and buried to make way for its successor, the PlayStation Vita, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe reveals an upcoming model of the handheld console.

The PSP-E1000, revealed at Gamescom 2011, boasts a classy matte Charcoal Black finish, which is the same as the slim PlayStation 3.

Sony stated that the goal with the PSP-E1000 is value for money, and will retail at just €99. However, despite the reasonable price tag, it does not include Wi-Fi.

The PSP-E1000 is however fully compatible with UMD disks and Media Go, allowing access to the full back catalogue of games for the PSP, whether you buy them from your local gaming retailer, or download them from the PlayStation Store.

The PSP-E1000 will be available across all PAL territories.

The unveiling came alongside other announcements, including the PS3 price cut and the new social applications and upcoming games coming to the PlayStation Vita at Gamescom.