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PlayStation Vita launch details revealed

New handheld from Sony is coming to North America in February 2012

Posted on Oct 19, 2011 - 11:10am EST

Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced that the PlayStation Vita (PS Vita) system will launch in the U.S. on February 22, 2012.

The new handheld system will be available at major retailers for $249.99 for the Wi-Fi model and $299.99 for the 3G/Wi-Fi model. The PS Vita system will launch on February 22 in Canada for $249.99 for the Wi-Fi model (no 3G model yet), and Europe for €249.99 for the Wi-Fi model and €299.99 for the 3G/Wi-Fi model.

“PlayStation Vita will redefine traditional boundaries of gaming and blur the lines between entertainment and reality. Its launch will serve as a pivotal point in the history of portable gaming and create a new fan base of PlayStation gamers for generations to come,” said Jack Tretton, president and chief executive officer, SCEA.

“With its technological prowess and social connectivity, PlayStation Vita offers an experience beyond anything available on the market. Features such as the dual analog sticks, dual cameras, and front and rear touch pad are all designed to deliver the unique, powerful gameplay experiences consumers have been asking for and enable new ways for users to connect with the world around them.”

The PS Vita system features OLED front touch screen and rear touch pad, dual analog sticks, motion sensors, and dual cameras. There are more than 100 games currently in production from first and third party studios.

A variety of social networking and communications services such as Facebook, foursquare, Skype, and Twitter will also be available on the PS Vita system.