NEW YORK — Speculation about Sony's next-generation console is intensifying in mid-2026, with the PlayStation 6 widely expected to launch in late 2028 or 2029 rather than the previously rumored 2027 window, as ongoing global memory shortages driven by artificial intelligence demand force Sony to reconsider timelines and pricing.

Sony executives have confirmed they have not yet finalized a release date or price for the PS6, citing persistent high costs for RAM and storage components. In a recent earnings call, Sony CFO Hiroki Totoki stated the company is closely monitoring the situation and may explore new business models to navigate the challenges.

The delay rumors gained traction after Bloomberg reported in February that rampant AI demand for memory chips could push the PS6 debut to 2028 or even 2029. Earlier leaks from reliable sources like Moore's Law Is Dead and AMD insiders initially pointed to production starting in 2027 for a late-year launch, aligning with Sony's traditional seven-year console cycle.

Hardware Specs and Technical Leap

While official details remain scarce, leaks paint an ambitious picture for the PS6. The console is expected to feature a custom AMD Zen 6 CPU and RDNA 5 GPU architecture, promising significant........

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