Sony has released a new firmware update for the PS Vita, updating the system software to v3.74. This update is the first for the portable console in recent years, with the last update (v3.73) having been released in October 2019. This latest update is mandatory and disables some PlayStation Network functionality on the discontinued console.
Read MorePS Vita Store to Remain Open as Sony Reverses Decision
Recently, Sony announced that the PlayStation Store on the PS3 and PS Vita would close later this year, meaning you can no longer purchase new digital games on those devices. Sony has now decided to reverse their decision and will continue to operate both Stores.
Read MoreRumour Alert: PS Vita and PSP PlayStation Stores to Permanently Close in Coming Months
The final nail in the coffin for the PSP and PS Vita may be around the corner, according to a rumour. The PlayStation Store for the PSP and PS Vita may be closing down as soon as July, which means gamers will no longer able to buy games or DLC for these legacy consoles.
Read MoreNew PlayStation Store on Web and Mobile Will Remove PS Vita Content
Sony has announced that the PlayStation Store for Web and Mobile will be revamped in the coming weeks in preparation for the PS5 launch in November. The web version has already started to roll out in select territories.
Read MorePlayStation Vita System Software Ver. 3.73
Sony continues to provide minor system update for the PS Vita, as a new firmware update for the portable console has been released. Updating the system software to v3.73, this minor update improves system performance.
Read MorePlayStation Vita System Software Ver. 3.72
Just over a month after the last update, Sony has released yet another firmware update for the PS Vita. The system software has been updated to v3.72, which again improves system performance.
Read MorePlayStation Vita System Software Ver. 3.71
The PS Vita continues to receive life support from Sony has a new firmware update for the portable console has been released. The new firmware updates the system to v3.71, and improves system performance.
Read MorePS Vita Production Ends in Japan
The Japanese PlayStation website has been updated to indicate that the PS Vita is no longer in production, which marks the official end to the PlayStation Vita console.
Read MorePlayStation Vita System Software Ver. 3.70
After months of no activity, Sony has released a new minor firmware update for the PS Vita, updating the system software to v3.70.
Read MorePS Vita Production to Stop in Japan in 2019
Manufacturing of the PS Vita will come to an end in Japan in 2019, according to Sony Interactive Entertainment senior vice president Hiroyuki Oda. Japan is the only remaining market where the PS Vita is still being sold, but this will come to an end after seven years since it’s release. For the moment, Sony has no plans of releasing a successor.