Alright, let’s dive into this. So, I stumbled across this post on Reddit—yeah, the never-ending rabbit hole—and it’s by this user, Robymuso90. They’ve gone all out, creating a model of a PS1 console from LEGO. I mean, LEGO, right? Those little bricks you step on that feel like a tiny apocalypse for your foot. Anyway—wait, what was I saying? Oh yeah, their LEGO PS1 is pretty dope. It’s got these LEGO controller ports and memory cards. And get this: the top opens, revealing a disc slot. It’s like this tiny reimagined world of nostalgia.
So, a little history lesson: Sony’s PS1 isn’t just any console. It’s like one of those legends in gaming, introduced in the ’90s. Honestly, no clue how they managed to sell over 100 million units, but they did. My cousin once pretended his was a spaceship, and I guess it kinda was, in our imaginary universe. Okay, back to the present. Robymuso90’s detailed build even has LEGO circuit-looking bits inside. Like, why do I find that so cool? No idea, but I do.
Now, if my memory serves me right—it’s like juggling cats sometimes—Sony really loves throwing in some PS1 nostalgia. Remember the PlayStation Classic from 2018? Yeah, it was mixed bag reviews compared to those retro NES and SNES consoles. But I digress. The VR library of classic games on PS4 and PS5 has kept that old vibe alive. And now, this guy (or gal?) who built the LEGO PS1 might be onto something bigger by submitting it to LEGO’s “Ideas” forum. Could there be an official kit someday? Fingers crossed.
Oh, here’s the kicker: it’s not just a model. It’s like this whole tribute. Last year—when was it? December, I think—Sony celebrated 30 years since the PS1 launched. They threw a party or something. Plus, PS Plus hit its 15th year. Time flies, huh? And amidst this celebration, you have this LEGO tribute bringing another level of creativity to it all. Kinda gives you that warm fuzzy feeling, doesn’t it? Or maybe it’s just me overthinking it. Anyway, what was I talking about… Oh yeah, LEGO and nostalgia. They’re a surprisingly good mix, right?