PlayStation 6 price leaked: Players breathe a sigh of relief

Following the release of Sony's fifth console, the popular PlayStation series, in 2020, new rumors have emerged about the much-anticipated PlayStation 6. This time, the rumors include both its price and release date.

The new console could be unveiled in late 2027.

According to the YouTube channel "Moore's Law is Dead," which is closely followed by the tech world, Sony is continuing its preparations for the PS6. According to the channel:

• PlayStation 6 production will begin in mid-2027,
• The console will be launched in the last quarter of 2027.
• The market launch date could be around the beginning of 2028.

These claims seem to have slightly advanced the previously suggested "PS6 will arrive in 2028 at the earliest" view.

MAY COME WITH HAND CONSOLE

According to the leak, Sony is working on not only a home console but also a handheld console. Like the PlayStation Portal, which is expected to be released around the same time as the PS6 in 2022, this device is expected to directly compete with the Nintendo Switch 2.

PRICE PREDICTIONS ALSO ANNOUNCED

Leaked information also provides important clues about the PS6's price. According to the YouTuber's prediction:

• The PS6 will be priced between $500 and $600, while the PS5 currently costs between $400 and $500, depending on the model.
• If pricing is as expected, the PS6 will be cheaper than the current PS5 Pro.
• The handheld console is expected to retail in the $400-$500 range, offering a direct alternative to the Switch 2.

Meanwhile, Sony hasn't yet made an official statement about the PS6. The "Moore's Law is Dead" channel claims to have based this information on "reliable sources," but hasn't provided any visuals or technical documentation.

The YouTuber concluded his stream with the following words: "The information I shared is based on recent behind-the-scenes talk. The information is not definitive. Sony can change its plans at any time."