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Sony Weighs PS6 Delay to 2028–2029 as AI-Driven Memory Shortage Hits Consoles

Bloomberg ties the potential shifts to AI data centers soaking up RAM supply, pushing up costs for consumer hardware.

Overview

  • Sony is considering pushing the PS6 launch to 2028 or 2029, according to Bloomberg’s sources, with no confirmation from the company.
  • Nintendo is contemplating raising the Switch 2 price in 2026 due to component costs, per the same reporting, and has not announced a decision.
  • AI infrastructure is consuming a large share of DRAM production, driving price spikes, with Micron indicating it is effectively sold out for 2026.
  • Sony has said it secured only the minimum DRAM needed for the 2026 holiday period, underscoring constraints for a next-generation rollout.
  • Shortages are already disrupting other gaming hardware, with Valve warning of intermittent Steam Deck OLED stock and delaying its Steam Machine.