The Sony PlayStation is 30, and How Does it Celebrate?
A Blast from the Past: The Original Boot Screen Returns
Players have been surprised to find that a recent PS5 update changed their boot screen to the PlayStation 1 version. This is not all, Sony has also finally provided PlayStation 5 themes – one for each console generation plus a special PlayStation 30th Anniversary theme. The YouTube channel Push Square has captured them in the video below.
PS5 Home Screen Gets A Blast From The Past! | 30th Anniversary Themes – YouTube
Long-time fans will remember the original boot screen fondly from the console’s launch in 1994. Each one of the themes even comes with the corresponding sounds from each console.
Temporary Tribute or a Test?
It just seems a shame that these new old PlayStation themes are apparently only temporary to mark the anniversary. But who knows? Maybe Sony will consider this to be a test and consider bringing in a more complete package of themes further down the line. For the moment, it’s a nice tribute to 30 years of PlayStation history.
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Sale and More
Sony has also launched a PlayStation 30th Anniversary Sale, with big discounts on games and hardware running until 20 December. There are discounts on titles like Gran Turismo 7, The Last of Us Part II and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, although availability may vary by region. Sony’s also released a video celebrating PlayStation’s 30-year history, thanking players for their loyalty and support.
30th Anniversary | Thank You – YouTube
Conclusion
The Sony PlayStation is 30 years old, and to celebrate, Sony has brought back the original boot screen and released new themes for the PS5. While the themes may be temporary, it’s a nice tribute to the console’s history. The PlayStation 30th Anniversary Sale is also a great opportunity to pick up some games and hardware at a discounted price.
FAQs
Q: What is the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Sale?
A: The PlayStation 30th Anniversary Sale is a sale on games and hardware that will run until 20 December.
Q: What games are discounted in the sale?
A: The sale includes discounts on titles like Gran Turismo 7, The Last of Us Part II and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, although availability may vary by region.
Q: Are the new themes temporary?
A: Yes, the new themes are apparently only temporary to mark the anniversary. However, Sony may consider bringing in a more complete package of themes further down the line.
