Sony and Read-Only Memory, as a publisher, released 'PlayStation: The First 30 Years'. It is a comprehensive book which explores the history of the console brand. The book is a treasure trove that dives deep into the last 30 years of the gaming world.
Sony and Read-Only Memory release a 400-page book chronicling the console's history
This spans the initial development through to modern-day franchises. This new release is a physical archive for anyone interested in the cultural importance of the platform apart from merely playing the games.
Sony has made this book available in two different ways to suit various levels of collecting interest. First is the standard edition. This serves as a general historical guide for those casually interested or a new reader.
The other is the collector's edition, aimed at hardcore enthusiasts. This offers exclusive physical items, as well as a limited production run.
Both versions have a considerable physical weight and size. They are approximately 5kg and 375x295mm. The standard book has 400 pages.
These are loaded with archival content and commentary from important individuals within the industry. For the collector's edition, this also comes with a photographic print. This is signed and has a size of 365x285mm. It accompanies the core book content.
The price for the standard edition is $125 USD (approx. $125). The limited collector's edition has a price of $325 USD (approx. $325). It's limited to only 2000 copies across the globe. This limits availability and is a targeted investment for the serious collectors.
You can currently pre-order both versions of the book. The start of shipment dates to November. This means that you can secure your order for the upcoming holiday season. It also gives readers plenty of time to plan their purchase.
Source: IXBT
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