Somehow, a white PlayStation 4 is more exciting than an early Destiny beta

LOS ANGELES — A white version of PlayStation 4 is somehow more exciting than early access to one of the year’s most-anticipated games.

Today, Sony announced at its Electronic Entertainment Expo media briefing that PlayStation 4 owners will get to play Destiny first. Well, the Destiny beta, anyway, which PS4 owners can download July 17. However, the alpha test (which is like a beta, but, you know, alpha) will start this Thursday.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.