Is the PS6 Coming Soon? Latest Update (June 2026)
No, due to price rises, the PlayStation 6 is not coming just yet.
As of late May 2026, Sony has still not officially announced the PS6, revealed any hardware details, or set a release window. The most recent and authoritative update came directly from Sony during its Q4 FY2025 earnings call on May 8, 2026.
In the call, Sony President and CEO Hiroki Totoki stated (via translator):
“We have not yet decided on at what timing we will launch the new console, or at what prices. So we would like to really observe and follow the situation.”
He highlighted that memory prices are expected to remain very high through FY2027 due to ongoing shortages (largely driven by AI demand), and Sony is actively considering “changing business models” to manage the challenges.
Why the Uncertainty?
The global memory/RAM shortage is the main factor creating hesitation. Earlier rumors pointed to a 2027 launch (following the typical 7-year cycle after the PS5 in 2020), but recent reports and analyst forecasts now lean toward delays to 2028 or even 2029.
- Polygon’s comprehensive overview notes Sony is monitoring the situation closely and may push the timeline back to secure better component pricing.
- Push Square and other outlets reported the same earnings call comments, reinforcing that no decisions have been made.
- Betting and prediction markets currently show very low odds of any PS6 announcement in 2026, with most activity pointing to 2027 at the earliest for a reveal (and a later launch).
Bottom line: Don’t expect the PS6 in the next 1–2 years. Sony is focused on extending the PS5’s strong lifecycle (including the PS5 Pro) while the component shortage plays out thanks to current world events - and rising costs..
