In November, the PlayStation 5 will celebrate its fifth birthday, and discussions around the unannounced PS6 have been gaining traction recently. It’s rumored that the potential next-generation console may draw inspiration from the existing PlayStation hardware line by incorporating a removable disc drive.
As reported by Insider Gaming, incorporating a detachable disc drive into the PS6 design may help Sony cut down on production and transportation expenses. This feature is also perceived as a protective measure for the company amidst uncertain economic conditions, possibly alluding to the market turmoil caused by U.S President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Fundamentally, this means consumers will have two options: a PS6 with a disc drive (a more conventional approach) or a less expensive digital version that can be enhanced later using an additional accessory. In contrast, the original launch of the PS5 offered either a console with a built-in disc drive or an all-digital model, but those who opted for the cheaper option couldn’t upgrade it later. However, when the slimmer revision of the PS5 was released, an upgrading opportunity was provided through add-on accessories, and the release of last year’s PS5 Pro did not include a disc drive at all. Although, it is possible to attach a disc drive to the PS5 Pro if needed.
Over the course of this current console generation, hardware costs have progressively risen. Recently, it’s been reported that the European market has experienced shrinkflation with the PS5 Digital Edition, as its internal SSD is being reduced from 1TB to 825GB. Earlier in the year, Sony announced price hikes for both digital and standard editions of the PS5 across Europe, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. In addition, the cost of all PS5 console models in the US rose by $50 this August, attributed to a challenging economic climate, as stated by Sony at the time.
Another piece of information regarding Sony’s upcoming console is that the company plans to prioritize hardware instead of cloud services. In June, Sony’s President and CEO, Hideaki Nishino, stated that while cloud gaming advancements are significant, users still favor playing games that are executed locally on physical media or content directly downloaded onto the console itself over relying on cloud technology.
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2025-09-08 17:39