Just when things were starting to get quiet on the PlayStation front, a new wave of leaks caused a stir again. There are rumors about the PlayStation 6, a next-generation handheld, and even some behind-the-scenes changes that hint at how Sony is preparing for the future.
Of course, none of this is official, but even if some of it holds, Sony is not only building new hardware, but also laying the foundation for how that hardware will actually work.
What do the latest PlayStation leaks actually say?
According to trusted leaker Moore’s Law is deadThe biggest headline revolves around the PlayStation 6, which may not be as far away as expected. Initial details indicate that Sony is already in the middle of development. The timelines suggest a release window that is closer than the typical console cycle would suggest.
But that’s only part of the story. In addition to the PS6 chatter, there are again rumors about a special PlayStation handheld. Unlike the PlayStation Portal, which is more of a remote play device, this new handheld is rumored to be a standalone system capable of running games natively. Think of it as the new PSP or PS Vita.
Another interesting detail concerns “PlayGo,” which was reportedly introduced in the latest PS5 SDK. Think of it as Sony’s version of Xbox Smart Delivery. It allows developers to split games into smaller parts so that each device only downloads the assets it actually needs. That means a standard PS5 wouldn’t need to download higher resolution textures intended for a PS5 Pro, and future devices could potentially follow the same logic.
PS6 price leaks sound surprisingly… reasonable
Accordingly MLIDNow might not be the best time to spend $900 on a PS5 Pro. The claim is pretty bold, but they suggest skipping the upgrade to the current generation and waiting, as the base PlayStation 6 could actually end up being cheaper than the PS5 Pro. The reason? Sony is reportedly designing the PS6 to be more cost-efficient from the ground up, with cheaper cooling, power and overall manufacturing.
Some estimates even put the materials list at around $750, which could keep the final price well under $1,000. That’s actually significantly cheaper compared to Microsoft’s upcoming Project Helix, which could cost up to $1,200. On the other hand, these are still early leaks and are far from official, so it’s worth taking this all with a grain of salt for now.
