Excitement around Sony’s next major console is steadily growing, but recent industry developments suggest the PlayStation 6 may not arrive as soon as many gamers expect.
A major factor influencing this uncertainty is the ongoing global shortage of memory components. This issue isn’t new, but it has intensified as Artificial Intelligence continues to expand at a rapid pace. AI-focused companies are consuming massive amounts of RAM, placing unprecedented strain on the global supply chain. As a result, industries far beyond AI—gaming included—are feeling the impact.
Earlier industry chatter and insider speculation pointed to a possible PlayStation 6 launch around late 2027, aligning with Sony’s historical console release patterns. However, rising RAM costs are forcing a serious rethink. Memory is a core element of modern gaming hardware, and escalating prices make large-scale production far more expensive than originally planned.
This same pressure has already led to higher prices for laptops, smartphones, and other consumer electronics, and analysts warn that the situation could worsen before it improves. With supply limited and demand soaring, manufacturers are left competing for fewer resources at higher costs.
For Sony, the dilemma is significant. Launching the PS6 under these conditions could mean setting a higher retail price, potentially slowing early sales and adoption. Alternatively, Sony could absorb the extra costs, which would reduce profitability on a product that already requires substantial investment. Because of these challenges, a quieter but increasingly realistic option is emerging: pushing the PS6 launch further into the future.
While nothing has been officially confirmed, it’s clear that global hardware economics—not just game development—may ultimately decide when players get their hands on Sony’s next-generation console.
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