Gamers and modders know no bounds. An X/Twitter user named YveltalGriffin has created what they are calling the PS Hanami, a portable PlayStation device that features some sophisticated internal features and customization.
In several posts, YveltalGriffin showcased the PS Hanami’s inner hardware and what it took to optimize its audio and video performance. Notably, the device includes some rather decent stereo speakers along with a Shinobi Scaler with GBS Control for pixel-perfect 480p VGA output. YveltalGriffin describes the Shinobi Scaler as an open-source, miniature version of the GBS-8200 board that significantly enhances the visual quality of games like Final Fantasy VII, which was demonstrated in a posted video.
Taking a look inside the PS Hanami likely isn’t super “pretty” since it’s described as “jam-packed with stuff,” but this reflects the intensive month-long build process to create this mix of modern tech with actual PS1 hardware. “Sometimes you gotta embrace the jank,” YveltalGriffin posted, highlighting the blend of old-school charm and practical solutions in the device’s assembly.
As previously stated, the creator dramatically altered the PlayStation’s PU-18 motherboard by cutting it in half and folding it to reduce its size while doubling its thickness. This reconfiguration was essential for maintaining the device’s compactness without sacrificing functionality, such as the Xstation and Vib-Ribbon custom song features.
YveltalGriffin extended some thanks to Robert (_ramapcsx2 on Twitter), who created the Xstation and GBS Control. This is a pretty nice nod, and it’s even cooler knowing that the PS Hanami shows that there are still advancements to be made off of every creator’s contributions to gaming hardware modification.
We’re looking forward to all of the wonderful things the modding community comes up with. Please check out YveltalGriffin’s images below:
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