"Putin's Push for a Russian Gaming Console Rivalry"
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Russian president Vladimir Putin has reportedly ordered the development of a Russian-made gaming console and portable handheld to rival PlayStation and Xbox, with a deadline set for June 2024. The government, in partnership with the Organisation for Developing the Video Game Industry, aims to create a native gaming system within Russia as part of a larger plan to develop the domestic gaming industry. The release of the unnamed console is targeted for 2026/2027, potentially aligning with the next-gen releases from PlayStation and Xbox. Details about the console's specifications are currently unknown.
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