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PS6: read all about Sony’s latest PlayStation 6

Julia13 NOVEMBER 2025
A group of friends is gathered on a sofa, enthusiastically enjoying a video game, all laughing and focused on the action.

Sony hasn’t officially unveiled the PlayStation 6 yet, but there are already plenty of rumours about its specs, new features, and compatibility. We’ve listed the most important ones for you.

When will the PS6 be released?

The PlayStation 5 stands upright with its white controller in front, surrounded by striking beams of light evoking speed.
The example in the photo is the PS5 console.

Sony hasn’t announced a release date for its new PlayStation console yet, but the PS6 is expected to launch in 2027 or 2028.

What does the PlayStation 6 look like?

The PlayStation 5 console is floating against a dark background, its sleek and futuristic design clearly visible.
The example in the photo is the PS5 console.

Sony is keeping the PS6 design tightly under wraps, so little is known about its appearance. According to Insider Gaming, the PS6 is expected to feature a simpler, more box-shaped design rather than the tower-like form of the PlayStation 5. Many also speculate that Sony may return to the black look of the PS4 – partly because the company enjoys surprising its fans.

What versions of the PlayStation 6 will there be?

Two PlayStation 5 consoles (one with disc drive, one without) are lined up, each with a matching white controller in front.
PS5 console

Sony launched the PS4 as a standard model and later added a Slim (more compact, quieter, and more energy-efficient) and a more powerful Pro version (higher resolution/4K upscaling, better performance). With the PS5, Sony released both a disc version and a Digital Edition, followed by a slimmer Slim model and a powerful Pro. For that reason, we expect Sony to release the PS6 in 2 main versions right from the start – one with a disc drive and one digital-only – and to later introduce a more compact, energy-efficient PS6 Slim and a high-performance PS6 Pro offering higher frame rates, improved ray tracing, and advanced upscaling.

Will there be a PlayStation 6 handheld?

On a wooden table, wireless earbuds and a smartphone in a PlayStation controller grip are laid out neatly.

Although Sony hasn’t confirmed anything yet, there are plenty of rumours suggesting the company is developing a new handheld console. Unlike the existing PlayStation handheld – the PlayStation Portal – this new device is said to be capable of running games locally, without needing to stream from your main console. That means you could play games on the go without being connected to your PlayStation system. This handheld would reportedly compete with the Nintendo Switch 2 and is expected to run standard PS6 games. According to various sources, it will operate as a standalone device and can also be connected to your TV via a dock. In doing so, Sony appears to be creating an ecosystem similar to that of the Nintendo Switch and PC handhelds such as the Asus ROG Ally.

What are the PS6’s specifications?

A futuristic picture with purple effects: left shows a bar labelled 60/120fps, right shows glossy PlayStation shapes on cubes.

The new PlayStation is expected to feature a faster, more advanced AMD CPU and GPU, delivering greater performance and improved graphics. Sony and AMD are reportedly focusing on 3 key improvements: stronger AI upscaling, more realistic lighting via dedicated ray-tracing hardware, and more efficient data compression. Rumours suggest the PS6 will once again use an AMD chip and come equipped with 30 to 40 GB of RAM, allowing more games to run at 4K resolution and 120 fps (frames per second).

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What can you expect from the new PS6 controller?

Close-up shot of a white PlayStation controller illuminated by blue light, highlighting the buttons and shiny finish.

Little is known so far about the PS6 controller and its features, but it’s likely that Sony will focus on even more advanced technology. The PS5 introduced major innovations with the DualSense controller: haptic feedback lets you feel every step, explosion, and impact; adaptive triggers change their resistance so drawing a bow or pressing a pedal feels realistic; the built-in microphone allows for quick voice chat without a headset; and the Create button makes sharing content easy. The ergonomic design and improved touchpad provide precise, comfortable control. How the PS6 controller will build on these features is still unknown, but Sony is known for surprising its fans.

Have any exclusive PS6 games been announced?

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Unfortunately, no official exclusive PS6 games have been announced yet. By the time the console launches, Sony will likely release new PS games from its own studios. Think of games like The Last of Us (Naughty Dog), God of War (Santa Monica Studio), Spider-Man, ASTRO BOT, and possibly something in the style of Ghost of Yotei.

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Is the PlayStation 6 backwards compatible?

This picture shows a PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 console side by side, each with their respective controllers positioned in front.
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 console

The PlayStation 5 was backwards compatible with the PS4 from launch. The PS6 is therefore very likely to be backwards compatible with the PS5, meaning you’ll be able to play your favourite PS5 games on the new conso

What is the price of the PS6?

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The PS5 launched at € 499.99 for the disc version and € 399.99 for the Digital Edition. With more advanced and expensive technology, such as a larger SSD, the PS6 is expected to be priced slightly higher.

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