Sony have announced a new, redesigned version of its Playstation 2 console.

Making its debut in stores from November 1st, the newly designed PlayStation 2 is half the weight of the original design, and the internal volume of the console has been reduced by an incredible 75%. The new design is only 2.8cm thick, compared to the 7.8cm of the original console.

Despite the smaller size, the new PlayStation 2 features an integrated Ethernet port for online gaming.