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Sony just told us two major things about the PlayStation 6
Sony has disclosed that it will cease manufacturing discs for PlayStation games by January 2028, implying a significant shift toward digital-only content. This decision indirectly indicates that the PlayStation 6 may not launch until late 2028, particularly as the company seeks to optimize manufacturing costs by potentially omitting a disc drive. Analysts suggest that soaring costs related to AI-driven resources and component shortages are influencing this timeline.
MonitorConfidence: MediumMid term horizonSupply chain risk: High
Published 1 Jul 2026, 16:51 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Sony will stop making discs for PlayStation by January 2028.
- The PlayStation 6 is now expected to launch in late 2028.
- Analysts predict that the console may not include a disc drive.
- Manufacturing costs for the PS6 are anticipated to be high.
- The industry is gravitating towards digital-only gaming.
Interesting facts
- The PS6 might be the first console to be completely disc-free.
- Costs for PS6 components are expected to reach around $960.
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