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Updated · Boy Genius Report · Jun 21
Sony May Delay PlayStation 6 to 2028 or 2029 as RAM Costs Threaten $900 Pricing
Updated
Updated · Boy Genius Report · Jun 21

Sony May Delay PlayStation 6 to 2028 or 2029 as RAM Costs Threaten $900 Pricing

2 articles · Updated · Boy Genius Report · Jun 21

Summary

  • Analysts say Sony could push the next PlayStation launch to 2028 or 2029, extending the PS5 generation beyond the usual seven-year console cycle.
  • High RAM and memory prices are driving the rethink, with Sony facing a choice between absorbing higher manufacturing costs, cutting components or raising the console's retail price.
  • A PlayStation 6 priced closer to $900 than $600 could weaken launch demand, especially if buyers can still rely on the PS5 and its game library.
  • Sony is also expected to keep supporting PS5 well into the next generation, meaning a 2026 buyer could still get years of use even if PS6 arrives late.

Insights

Will the projected $900 PS6 price tag finally make cloud gaming a mainstream replacement for dedicated consoles?
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