PlayStation

PlayStation is a brand associated with a series of gaming consoles created and marketed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. The original PlayStation console was released in 1994, and it was notable for being one of the first successful home consoles to use CD-ROMs for game distribution, which allowed for larger and more complex games compared to cartridge-based systems.

The brand has since expanded to include multiple generations of consoles, such as the PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, as well as handheld devices like the PlayStation Portable (PSP) and PlayStation Vita. PlayStation is also synonymous with a wide range of gaming software and services, including exclusive titles, online multiplayer features through PlayStation Network (PSN), and digital distribution via the PlayStation Store. The PlayStation brand has become a significant part of video game culture, influencing game development and consumer expectations in the gaming industry.