Sony CEO says PlayStation 6 is already “top of mind” as the next-gen console is only a few years away

Speaking informally, the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro are fantastic gaming systems boasting sleek user interfaces, top-notch controllers, and amazing games. However, it seems that Sony is already planning to unveil the hardware for its next-generation console, tentatively known as the PlayStation 6.

According to reports, it’s expected that the PlayStation 6 will be launched in 2028, eight years following the debut of the PS5. This next-generation console is anticipated to deliver a substantial power upgrade, featuring more hardware dedicated to ray-tracing and machine learning upscaling.

During a recent discussion on the forthcoming PlayStation generation, it was revealed by Sony Interactive Entertainment’s CEO, Hideaki Nishino, that the planning and creation of the PlayStation 6 hardware is currently a primary focus for the corporation.

PlayStation 6 is the focus 

Nishino pointed out that despite the widespread use of cloud services, it’s worth noting that using local hardware for gaming remains considerably more preferred by many users.

The CEO stated, “We think most gamers prefer to enjoy their games directly on their device, unaffected by network performance. This theory has been supported by the success of both the PS5 and PS5 Pro.

Regrettably, the CEO of Sony didn’t provide detailed insights about their future generation hardware. Nonetheless, we know that the upcoming console will likely incorporate advanced ray-tracing capable hardware and artificial intelligence elements to stay competitive against increasingly potent PC hardware.

Although I can’t reveal more right now, the future development of our platform is a priority. We’re dedicated to finding innovative methods for users to interact with our content and offerings,” he summarized.

As a dedicated gamer, I’m thrilled about the prospect of the PlayStation 6 (PS6), which will boast hardware crafted by AMD, similar to its predecessors PS4 and PS5. This means that the PS6 is likely to support backward compatibility for both consoles, offering PlayStation enthusiasts a fantastic opportunity to delve into three generations of native games.

Although the original PlayStation and PS2 can be played using emulation, it’s unclear if the upcoming next-gen console will incorporate PS3 emulation. Nevertheless, the developers behind the emulators used for PlayStation Classics have shown enthusiasm about making native PS3 games accessible to players.

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2025-06-13 12:40