January 5, 2026, 11:52 am | Read time: 2 minutes
When will the PlayStation 6 be released? There’s no official release date yet. However, there have been several speculations about possible delays. But for now, there’s a bit of relief for all fans.
PlayStation 6 May Not Be Delayed After All
The start of a new console generation is always a major event in the video game world. And a new Sony console is particularly anticipated. Accordingly, many fans are likely waiting for a release date for the PlayStation 6 to be announced.
Unfortunately, there still isn’t one. However, according to a rumor, the new hardware could still be released according to Sony’s original plan. As TECHBOOK reported, a release date for the PlayStation 6 initially seemed realistic for 2027 or 2028. Later reports, however, suggested a delay.
But as the well-known leaker “Moore’s Law Is Dead” (MLID) now says on his YouTube podcast, the decision-makers at the manufacturer have not yet made a decision in this regard. So the PS6 could still be released as early as next year.
RAM Crisis Puts Industry Under Pressure
This report contrasts with speculations published shortly before, suggesting that manufacturers like Sony or Microsoft might consider delaying the next console generation. According to “Insider Gaming,” the current RAM crisis, which is causing rising prices for memory components, is the reason. Allegedly, corresponding discussions are taking place.
According to “Moore’s Law Is Dead,” Sony would still have time before changing its plans. A corresponding contract with AMD for the production of a new APU until 2027 would be honored. Additionally, the company could decide on the amount of DRAM in the PS6 later in the production cycle.
Interestingly, Tom Henderson from “Insider Gaming” responded to these statements with just a “Lol” on X, which at least suggests he disagrees. However, MLID does not deny that discussions are taking place—it is merely that no decision has been made regarding a delay. Nonetheless, MLID considers it possible that RAM prices could drop again by 2027. In that case, Sony could indeed stick to an earlier release date for the PlayStation 6.