Is Sony Releasing a New PSP? No Official Plans.

Current Status

Sony has announced no plans for a new PSP or PlayStation Vita successor. The Vita was discontinued globally in 2019, ending Sony's dedicated handheld line.

Rumors vs. Reality

• Patents for "cloud gaming handhelds" surface periodically (e.g., 2023 patent for a DualSense-like portable).
• Job listings for "portable hardware engineers" exist but often relate to Remote Play accessories or VR.
• Analyst speculation (e.g., Bloomberg, Digital Foundry) suggests a cloud-streaming handheld is more likely than a native cartridge/disc device.

Best Handheld Gaming Options Today (2024)

• Nintendo Switch / Switch OLED: Hybrid, massive library, first-party exclusives.
• Steam Deck / Steam Deck OLED: PC gaming handheld, SteamOS, verified thousands of games.
• ASUS ROG Ally / Lenovo Legion Go: Windows handhelds, run Game Pass, Epic, EA, Battle.net natively.
• AYN Odin 2 / Retroid Pocket 4: Android retro/emulation focused.
• PlayStation Portal: Remote Play only (streams from your PS5), not standalone.

Until Sony makes an official announcement, there is no release date, spec sheet, or guarantee. Enjoy the excellent current options.