Retro PlayStation 30th Anniversary Merch Honors the PSP

Wow, so here’s the thing about the PSP fandom — it’s like, once you’re in, you’re all in, right? The sort of stuff that’s just dropped for the PSP as part of Sony’s big 30th bash is nuts! Seriously, if you’re into that nostalgia trip, you’re gonna geek out. Guess what? Good ol’ PlayStation hit the big three-oh in 2024 and just kept the party rolling into 2025. Crazy, right? They’re like, “Here, have a theme for your PS5. Oh, and some sale action on games too.”

But wait, there’s more—special edition stuff dropped too! Now, I get it, everyone’s hyped about the consoles, but let’s not sleep on the handhelds, okay? Enter GoodSmile with their quirky new PSP memorabilia—like this trippy 3D keychain and stand combo. They come in black and white, and it’s like, uh, tiny PSP-1000 models. Yeah, they’re filled with mini-y bits shaped like the traditional PSP buttons. Shake ’em up and they rattle—hence the catchy name “PSP Rattle.”

Honestly, didn’t think I’d be this excited about keychains, but here we are!

I went off on a tangent there, sorry! Where was I? Oh yeah, sizes aren’t out yet, but there are pics galore if that’s your thing. The stands go for 1,760 yen (about $11.85 USD)—and keychains at 1,320 yen (around $8.89 USD). Still no word on release dates though. GoodSmile’s playing it all suspenseful with a “stay tuned” vibe.

And if you’ve got your eyes on the more practical side of nostalgia—like using, not just looking at—there’s more good news. PS5’s anniversary gear is back! We’re talking that special DualSense controller and consoles in retro shades. Imagine black and gray, like the OG PlayStation! They sold out last November (2024), but yay, more are dropping for pre-order come July 23. Blink and you’ll miss it. Trust me, they’ll vanish faster than free pizza at a party.

Man, there’s something oddly satisfying about collectibles and gaming gear. Makes me wanna dig up my old PSP… wonder if it still powers up. Anyway, that’s the scoop for now—grab this stuff while you can or be left with eBay regret.