The PSP version of I, Robot starring Will Smith was released as a UMD (Universal Media Disc) movie rather than a game. This UMD format was designed specifically for PSP users, allowing them to watch popular movies on their handheld console. Here are some details about I, Robot on PSP:
Key Details:
•Title: I, Robot
•Lead Actor: Will Smith as Detective Del Spooner
•Release Format: UMD Movie for PSP
•Release Date: 2004 (Film); 2005 (UMD for PSP)
•Runtime: Approximately 115 minutes
Plot Summary:
Set in 2035, I, Robot is a sci-fi action thriller inspired by Isaac Asimov’s works, particularly the themes from his collection I, Robot. The story follows Detective Del Spooner, a skeptical cop with a mistrust of robots, as he investigates the apparent suicide of Dr. Alfred Lanning, a robotics scientist. Spooner suspects that a robot, named Sonny, may be involved in the death—a concept seemingly impossible under Asimov’s “Three Laws of Robotics,” which prohibit robots from harming humans.
As Spooner digs deeper, he uncovers a larger conspiracy within the robotics company U.S. Robotics, raising questions about artificial intelligence, human safety, and the potential risks of technology. The movie features intense action sequences, Will Smith’s signature humor, and philosophical undertones about humanity’s relationship with technology.
Features of the PSP UMD:
•High-Quality Video and Audio: Optimized for PSP’s screen resolution and audio output, providing a cinematic experience on a handheld device.
•Portability: One of the first movies made available on a handheld console, I, Robot on UMD allowed fans to watch it on the go.
The UMD movie release of I, Robot was part of a larger trend where studios began offering popular films on PSP-compatible discs, capitalizing on the PSP’s multimedia capabilities beyond gaming.