June 17, 1999 - Issue 32

No PocketStation

Euro launch for Sony miniature in doubt

The European launch of the PocketStation is seemingly in doubt. No tears, please. Rumour has it - and it is conjecture - that the PlayStation handheld will never be seen outside Japan. The PocketStation has been a massive success in Japan, selling over one million units since January.

However, a Sony source told trade paper MCV: "It might not get to the UK at all." Shudder. Quite why this should be remains a mystery, particularly when you consider the massive PlayStation user base in Europe and Sega's Dreamcast launch in September. We'll keep you posted.

Steve was at the helm again this week as I was swanning around the Greek Islands. Thanks to our deal with IGN we were also, this week, able to bring the second of our two-part, in-depth look at the forthcoming Project Dolphin.