Sony has reassured gamers that the PlayStation 5 (PS5) will remain firmly in its lineup for years to come, despite ongoing speculation about the next-generation PlayStation 6.
Typically, Sony has introduced new consoles roughly every seven years, which has fuelled expectations that the PlayStation 6 could arrive as soon as 2027 or 2028.
While the company has already begun work on new hardware, including a collaboration with chipmaker AMD on the so-called Project Amethyst, the PS5 is far from being retired.
Speaking during an earnings call with investors, Sony’s Chief Financial Officer, Lin Tao, described the PS5 as "only in the middle of the journey" since its November 2020 launch.
"There are many active users enjoying the console. … From that perspective, we believe that the PlayStation 5 is only at the halfway point of its lifecycle, and we are really planning to expand it even further," Tao said.
Industry insiders suggest that the PlayStation 6 is still a few years away.
PlayStation 5 architect Mark Cerny recently hinted that new hardware could arrive within a relatively short timeframe.
However, the high anticipated price of the PS6, potentially exceeding £1,000, means Sony will need to continue supporting the PS5, particularly for the large and dedicated player base.
Cross-generation games, which run on both PS5 and future hardware, are expected to remain common.
This approach mirrors Sony’s strategy during the PS5’s launch period, when ongoing demand and limited availability prompted the company to continue producing PlayStation 4 consoles well after the PS5 debuted.
Competition from Microsoft is also a factor. Although the next Xbox console lacks an official release date, speculation points to a similar 2027 launch window.
Despite the PS5’s strong sales edge over the Xbox Series X/S, Sony is unlikely to ease up as it prepares for the next generation of gaming battles.
For now, PlayStation 5 owners can rest easy as their console will remain supported, stocked, and central to Sony’s gaming ecosystem for at least the next five years.
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