The original PlayStation (or PS1) debuted in Japan on Dec. 3, 1994.

It ushered in an era of many classic games; when it stopped production in 2006, many mourned the loss of a iconic console.

Resurrection

However, in an interesting turn of events, the PS1 will be resurrected.

According to an official Sony Interactive Entertainment Hong Kong Limited Singapore Branch (SIES) press release, Sony will release the PlayStation Classic, and it will also be available in Singapore in limited quantities from Dec. 3.

Smaller replica

The Classic, which is 45 percent smaller than the original PS1, comes with two replica DualShock controllers, so you can relive the button-mashing days with your siblings and cousins.

It functions like an emulator, albeit a bit more restrictive, as it will be pre-loaded with 20 games.

This means that you won't be inserting games via a disc into the console like you used to do.

The "Open" button functions as a game switcher instead, to allow you to cycle through the console's library.

Instead of a physical memory card, your games will be saved on a virtual one as well.

Classic game roster

Games announced for the PlayStation Classic include:

• Final Fantasy VII,
• Jumping Flash,
• Ridge Racer Type 4,
• Tekken 3,
• Wild Arms.

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There's a good chance other classic games like Metal Gear Solid and Crash Bandicoot may join the roster, though ideally, we're also hoping to see those one or two lesser-named titles like Suikoden and Vagrant Story make their way back into the general consciousness.

After all, if they could include Jumping Flash, fingers crossed we'll get one of those old titles we haven't heard about in a long time.

Price

The PlayStation Classic will set you back about S$139, which is obviously more expensive than running an emulator on your PC, but it's much cheaper than a PS4. 

No word yet on whether they'll be adding new games into the library beyond the selected 20, but we're cautiously optimistic.

Top image adapted via PlayStation's YouTube video