PS6 Release Date: 2027, Cheaper but Less Powerful than Next Xbox
The wait is almost over for PlayStation fans, as the PS6 is rumored to be released in 2027, just two years away. According to PlayStation console architect Mark Cerny, the next-gen console is 'just a few years away', and the target release date aligns with the seven-year cycle of the PS4. This news comes from a handful of sources, including hardware snoop KeplerL2, who claims the PS6 will be released in 2027 unless any unexpected delays occur.
However, there's a twist in the tale. While the PS6 is expected to be cheaper, it's also rumored to be less powerful than Microsoft's next Xbox console. This is according to hardware leaks from a source that accurately revealed the PS5 Pro. The next Xbox, should it reach the market, is said to pack more horsepower than the PS6, but it's likely to be considerably more expensive.
This has sparked debate among fans, as many feel we've already reached the point of diminishing returns. A few extra frames for potentially hundreds of dollars may not be a compelling proposition, especially when retailers are beginning to remove Microsoft's current console, the Xbox Series X|S, from stores. It's worth noting that we're still at least 18 months away from learning about each manufacturer's next-gen plans, and a lot could change in that time.
So, what do you think? Are you excited about the PS6's release in 2027? Will you be there day one, or does it all depend on the price and software? Let us know in the comments section below. Remember, while these rumors are interesting to follow, it's perhaps not worth thinking about them too much until many of these details get locked down.
