Sony still does not have a fixed internal release date for the PlayStation 6. Speaking to the Wall Street Journal, Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki confirmed that multiple parts of the hardware business face pressure from the ongoing component crisis, leaving the next-generation console's launch schedule undecided.
Quick Facts
- Platform: PlayStation 6 (Unreleased)
- Status: Internal release date not yet fixed by Sony
- Primary Obstacle: Ongoing component shortages and high RAM prices
While industry analysts previously expected the console to arrive in 2027, Totoki noted that memory prices are projected to remain very high through fiscal year 2027, requiring careful evaluation from the company. The current market conditions, driven by AI datacenter demand, component supply issues, and memory price-fixing accusations, continue to impact hardware manufacturing timelines.
Sony's broader hardware trajectory points toward an all-digital future. The company remains committed to phasing out physical disc drives by 2028, alongside an increased focus on subscription services and cross-generational software releases.