Sony has been working behind the scenes on its next-generation console, but according to the company’s lead architect, the PlayStation 6 won’t be hitting shelves anytime soon. In a recent interview with Tom’s Guide, Mark Cerny shed light on the development status of the highly anticipated console—and what fans should expect in the years ahead.
🛠 A Multi-Year Project with AMD
Cerny confirmed that Sony is collaborating once again with AMD, the chipmaker behind the PS4 and PS5 architectures, to build the PS6. The focus this time? Advanced machine learning algorithms and CNNs (Convolutional Neural Networks) aimed at revolutionizing game graphics and AI capabilities.
“We’re preparing for the next generation of consoles,” Cerny explained, “and while AMD is moving extremely quickly with its technology, this is a multi-year effort.”
⌛ No Release Date Yet
While some fans speculated that the PS6 might arrive sooner given the typical hardware cycle, Cerny’s statement makes it clear that Sony is in no rush. The next-gen system remains in deep development, and its release is still several years away. Analysts suggest a potential launch around 2027 or later, especially with the PS5 Pro rumored to debut in 2026.
📈 PS5 Still Going Strong
Sony’s current-gen console, the PlayStation 5, continues to perform well. Released in November 2020 alongside the Xbox Series X/S, the PS5 has already sold over 65 million units. It’s even outperforming the PS4 by 7% in its first 52 months on the market, according to recent sales data.
🔮 What Could PS6 Bring?
Although no specs have been officially revealed, the direction Sony is heading—AI-powered graphics, smarter rendering, and next-gen performance—signals major shifts in the gaming experience. If AMD’s rapid development continues, the PS6 could become the most powerful console Sony has ever built.
Sony’s PlayStation 6 development update offers a glimpse into the future of console gaming—but it’s one that requires patience. With Mark Cerny at the helm and a strong partnership with AMD, Sony appears to be building something revolutionary. For now, though, fans will have to keep enjoying the PS5—and wait a few more years before stepping into the next generation.