In the most recent episode of Beyond 902, Sony casually addressed the future of its gaming line, indicating loose plans for the PlayStation 6. No official word yet, but the conversation makes it apparent that Sony is already setting its sights on the next generation of PlayStation. But that’s not exactly shocking; the PlayStation 5 is coming up on its fifth year on the market, and game companies tend to kick off work before that on new systems.
Sony Hints at PlayStation 6 Development, Says Most Gamers Still Prefer Consoles Over Cloud Gaming
However, the more revealing part of Sony’s messaging came in the form of its stance on cloud gaming. Although Sony has been investing in streaming hardware and services such as PlayStation Plus Premium, the company acknowledged that most gamers still enjoy playing on their console and have little interest in cloud-based alternatives. It bodes well with industry trends as well, where cloud gaming is becoming a part of daily gaming, but isn’t going to become a primary destination for most users.
Sony’s careful approach is also in contrast with rival Microsoft, which has been investing heavily in cloud integration with Xbox Cloud Gaming. Instead, Sony appears to be focusing on iterating on the physical console experience and very carefully dabbling in streaming where it makes sense, like remote play and access to classic titles. These remarks give us a rare peek into Sony’s plan: transition the next PlayStation into the future with what users still love — powerful local hardware — rather than trying to sprint to a completely cloud-based future ahead of time.
And with the PlayStation 5 selling like hotcakes and software sales booming, Sony doesn’t exactly want to be at the forefront of a shift to a streaming-first model. As the gaming industry changes and grows, Sony’s forward-thinking but grounded approach suggests it is responding to its player base. Whether that is in 2027 or sooner, the PlayStation 6 will in all likelihood remain centered around powerful hardware and ensuring the best place to play, thanks to a great list of exclusive titles, with cloud gaming serving as the supporting act, at least for now.
FAQs
Is Sony working on the PlayStation 6?
Yes, Sony has hinted that development planning is already underway.
Does Sony see cloud gaming as the future?
Not entirely—most players still prefer consoles, and Sony is focusing on that.
