YouTube channel Modding Cafe has created the world’s first PlayStation 5 console that is cooled by water. The next generation console generates quite a bit of heat, which requires a large cooling fan. However, water cooling is a quieter option and takes up less space. The plastic case in modder Nhenhophach’s build makes it the size of a traditional PS5, but he’s apparently working on more versions, including one that will be commercially available. The mud’s YouTube channel tends to focus more on PC builds, and his next project will apparently integrate the water-cooled PS5 into a PC, according to Video Games Chronicle. A video of the mod’s creation can be found at the top of this page.
The water-cooled aspect is definitely the highlight, but the system’s design also has a lot of touches that PlayStation fans should love! From the system logo on the water tank to the controller symbols cut into the frame, it’s easy to imagine PlayStation fans really falling in love with this design. It certainly has a unique look, but the same can be said for the official PS5 design! With the fan gone, it’s possible that future versions of Nhenhophach’s PS5 may be smaller. It will be interesting to see what those designs look like, especially the one that will be for sale.
It’s always interesting to see the different ideas that modders bring up. Most PlayStation fans would just be happy to get their hands on a PS5, let alone one that is water-cooled, but there are many gamers who would like a version that produces less noise! Water-cooled video game consoles have not yet been embraced by the industry, but it wouldn’t be surprising to see this happen in the future.
While PS5 has only been around since November, it seems modders have been hard at work finding and even offering alternative versions of the hardware for purchase. An 18K gold-plated version of the system is available online, with a fairly high price tag of £ 8,000. It is considerably less practical than the water-cooled version, but for those looking for a glossy display, it might be worth the cost!
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