Haciyev Reşit 
The Solana ecosystem has taken a major step toward ushering in a new era in the Web3 gaming world. The Play Solana project announced that shipments of its first handheld Web3 gaming console, named Play Solana Gen 1 (PSG1), will begin on October 6. Equipped with a hardware wallet and fingerprint authentication, this device represents the latest example of Solana’s strategy to bring Web3 into the physical world.
Web3 and Hardware Power Combined: PSG1 Features
Developed by Play Solana, the PSG1 is more than just a gaming device — it also functions as a crypto wallet. Here are its key technical specifications:
- Octa-core ARM processor
- 8 GB RAM
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- Touch-enabled LCD display
- Built-in hardware wallet
- Fingerprint authentication system
These features make the PSG1 not only a Web3-optimized gaming console but also a secure crypto asset manager. Users can safely store, manage, and execute crypto transactions in real time — even while gaming.
Early Access Through Exclusive NFT Collection
To celebrate the PSG1 launch, Play Solana has introduced a limited NFT collection of only 2,000 units. Holders of these NFTs will receive:
- Early access to the PSG1 console
- Exclusive in-ecosystem benefits
- Priority access to future hardware updates
These NFTs are seen as collectible digital assets within the Solana community. With this move, Solana continues its strategy of merging Web3 technologies with physical products. The PSG1 launch marks the second major hardware initiative after the Saga smartphone, introduced in 2022.
Success After Saga
Solana Mobile, a subsidiary of Solana Labs, introduced the Android-based Saga phone in 2022, featuring native Web3 capabilities such as:
- A decentralized app (DApp) store
- The Solana Mobile Stack
- Seed Vault for private key protection
Initially met with mixed reactions, the Saga gained massive popularity in 2023 after the BONK memecoin airdrop, with its original $599 price soaring to as high as $5,000 on eBay.
By 2025, Solana Mobile received 150,000 pre-orders for its next device, Seeker, generating $67.5 million in revenue. The Seeker officially began shipping to over 50 countries on August 5, 2025.
Competition Heats Up in Web3 Handheld Consoles
Solana isn’t alone in its Web3 hardware push. In 2024, Mysten Labs, the developer behind the Sui blockchain, announced its own handheld Web3 gaming device, the SuiPlay0X1, expected to launch in the first half of 2025. These developments highlight how Web3 is expanding beyond the digital realm into immersive physical gaming experiences.
Solana’s Vision: Web3 as a Lifestyle
With the PSG1 project, the Solana team aims to transform Web3 from a purely digital experience into a hardware-integrated lifestyle. The device is designed to serve as a one-stop Web3 hub, combining both gaming and financial functionality — redefining how users interact with blockchain technology in everyday life.
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