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Sony to Start PlayStation 6 Production in Early 2027, Leak Claims

A new leak has revealed that Sony is planning to begin manufacturing the PlayStation 6 in early 2027, with a launch expected later that same year. The information comes from hardware leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead (MLID), who claims to have seen documents confirming the timeline. While these documents were not shown publicly, MLID has … Continued
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A new leak has revealed that Sony is planning to begin manufacturing the PlayStation 6 in early 2027, with a launch expected later that same year. The information comes from hardware leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead (MLID), who claims to have seen documents confirming the timeline. While these documents were not shown publicly, MLID has a verified history of accurate PlayStation hardware leaks, including information about the PS5 Pro, which was released in 2024.

In a podcast appearance with Sacred Symbols host Dustin Furman, MLID stated, “I literally have documents showing they’re manufacturing these things in the middle or even early 2027. That’s exactly when they will manufacture the PS6. [They’ve been planning this] as early as two years ago.” MLID’s statements indicate that Sony has been preparing for the next-generation console for at least two years, with production planned to begin in 2027. 

This report aligns with claims from another hardware leaker, KeplerL2, who also said Sony plans to release the PlayStation 6 in 2027. For that timeline to work, production would need to begin months before launch to secure an adequate supply of consoles. When the PlayStation 5 launched in 2020, global manufacturing and shipping disruptions caused by the pandemic led to severe shortages that lasted well into 2022. Starting production earlier this time would allow Sony to build sufficient stock before release and help avoid the same issues.

The new information contrasts with earlier theories that the PS6 would launch in 2028. On October 9, Sony’s lead console architect Mark Cerny made public remarks about upcoming PlayStation hardware, saying the new console would arrive “in a few years.” Many interpreted his statement to mean a 2028 launch, but the latest reports suggest the schedule may be earlier than previously expected.

The PlayStation 5 was released in 2020, and its successor, the PS5 Pro, followed in 2024. The PS5 Pro introduced improved hardware specifications while maintaining the same library of games as the base PS5. Since its launch, the PS5 has sold over 80 million units and is projected to surpass the PlayStation 3’s lifetime sales of 87.4 million units. The PS5’s commercial success, combined with Sony’s consistent console release pattern, has generated strong anticipation for the PlayStation 6.

MLID also discussed the possible cost of the PS6, suggesting that hardware decisions, including a smaller design and reduced cooling requirements, could help Sony avoid significantly increasing the console’s price compared to the PS5. However, MLID did not provide any confirmed price figures. He mentioned that global economic factors, such as inflation, could still affect the final retail cost.

The proposed 2027 launch aligns with Sony’s historical console cycle, which typically spans seven to eight years. The PlayStation 4 was released in 2013 and replaced by the PlayStation 5 in 2020, maintaining a seven-year gap between generations. If the PS6 releases in 2027, it would continue that pattern.

Several reports have also suggested that Sony may be developing additional hardware alongside the PS6. Multiple rumors mention an upcoming PlayStation handheld device that could be released around the same time, though Sony has not confirmed the existence or release window of any handheld console.

As of now, Sony has not made any official announcements regarding the PlayStation 6’s manufacturing schedule or release date. All available information about the PS6’s 2027 manufacturing timeline comes from leaks and reports by Moore’s Law Is Dead and KeplerL2. Both leakers have a history of accurate information about PlayStation hardware, but their claims remain unverified by Sony.