The user created a mini‑PlayStation on a microSD that works via HDMI and consumes less than 2 W

A video‑blogger hacker created a “mini‑PlayStation” from the best parts of the original

The new project by enthusiast and video‑blogger Secret Hobbyist is a brand‑new motherboard specifically designed for PlayStation. The platform combines the best components from various revisions of the console, runs on microSD, outputs video via HDMI, and consumes less than 2 W. In size it’s even smaller than the PSOne board.

How the “mix” was assembled

- GPU + CPU – taken from the PM‑41 v2 motherboard (PSOne). These chips are more power‑efficient than those in earlier models.
- PU18 board – chosen for compatibility with X Station, a modification that replaces the CD drive and allows games to run from microSD.
- HDMI output – implemented using an FPGA chip from the Hispeedido mod kit.

Thus the author combines the reliability of PSOne with the flexibility of PU18 and modern video output.

Why it works

From 1994 to 2000 Sony released several revisions of the original PlayStation. Each new release fixed hardware defects and lowered cost of goods. These differences allowed the modder to pick the most reliable and efficient components for his board.

What’s next

The PCB is already ready, but its size is even smaller than the standard PSOne board (PM‑41 v2). Thanks to low power consumption, the platform could become the basis for a portable version of the console. Secret Hobbyist is now working on an external case and awaiting comments from viewers on his video presentation.

In short, the project is a compact, energy‑efficient PlayStation hybrid that blends the best of different revisions of the original console.