Few symbols in modern culture are as instantly recognizable as the PlayStation power button. For its 30th anniversary, Sony has reimagined that legacy in an unexpected medium: a mechanical watch. In collaboration with Hong Kong–based watch studio ANICORN, PlayStation unveils its first-ever limited edition mechanical timepiece, a drop that bridges gaming heritage with precision craftsmanship.
Limited to 300 individually numbered units, the release functions as both collectible and design object – a wearable artifact for the generation shaped by the PS1 era.
Design Built on Nostalgia
ANICORN distills the original PlayStation aesthetic into subtle, architectural elements.
The matte-grey palette pays homage to the 1994 console, while the △ ○ × □ symbols – long embedded in gaming language – appear as refined graphic cues rather than overt branding. The crown echoes the classic power button, creating a tactile connection between player and product.
It’s nostalgic without leaning into novelty; the design feels grown-up, intentional, and quietly iconic.
Mechanical Craft Meets Digital Legacy
Inside, the watch houses a fully mechanical movement, a reminder that analog craft still has space in a digital-first world.
For collectors, it’s a rare crossover moment: a gaming brand stepping into horology with seriousness, not gimmicks.
Each piece arrives in special packaging inspired by the PS1 system – complete with a commemorative plate and anniversary markings, reinforcing its role as a future collector’s item.
A Drop for the Community, Not Just the Gamers
While gaming collaborations often target nostalgia, this release speaks to a broader audience: minimalists, design lovers, and those who grew up with PlayStation as part of their cultural backdrop. The watch doesn’t scream gamer culture, it frames it through sophistication and restraint.
As PlayStation enters its fourth decade, the ANICORN collaboration shows how a tech giant can honor its roots while evolving into a lifestyle influence.
This watch isn’t about telling time – it’s about remembering the moments that shaped an era.
The PlayStation x ANICORN mechanical watch drops on December 18, 2025 at 10 PM EST.
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