Celebrating 20 Years of PlayStation: Sony Unveils Limited Edition PS4

The gaming world recently celebrated a significant milestone – the 20th anniversary of the much-loved Sony PlayStation. Affectionately known as the PS by gamers worldwide, it marked two decades of gaming thrills on December 3rd. In commemoration of this iconic event, Sony, the Japanese multination conglomerate behind PlayStation, announced the release of a special limited edition PS4.

Going by the official blog post released by Sony, the limited edition PS4 will feature a classic gray finish, a nostalgic nod to the first PlayStation which debuted on December 3rd, 1994, sporting the same gray hue. For many veterans of the PlayStation community, this reveal is likely to spark a surge of treasured gaming memories.

Below are a selection of photos showcasing the limited edition consoles:

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Over the past two decades, the global landscape of the gaming industry has drastically shifted. Alongside the significant growth in game development, the industry has seen a boon in online gaming services and a trend towards mobile gaming. The latter has piqued the interest of gaming enthusiasts worldwide. However, it remains to be seen whether this shift towards mobile gaming has had a tangible impact on console sales. Included below is a chart illustrating the total sales figures of gaming consoles over the years:

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As mentioned above, sales figures for gaming consoles over the years. Source: Wikipedia

In a move that further cements the exclusivity of this anniversary release, Sony has announced that just 12,300 units of the 20th Anniversary PS4 will be released. Pre-orders, the blog post revealed, will commence on Saturday. The coveted details of securing one of these 12,300 units will be revealed during a PlayStation event in Las Vegas.

For those eagerly awaiting this release, ensure you stay tuned for updates from the Las Vegas event. I must admit, I’m rather tempted to snag one of these myself, or perhaps even one for our larger TechBooky family.

For further details, you can read the official statement from the Sony PlayStation blog.

This article was updated in 2025 to reflect modern realities.