Sony's latest PlayStation business meeting signaled a major shift, hinting that the next console generation could be handheld. With the company moving away from physical discs and embracing a digital-only future, the PS6 seems poised to follow the portable trend.
During the meeting, executives emphasized the growing importance of handheld gaming, building on the success of the PlayStation Portal. The Portal, a remote player device, has shown strong demand for portable PlayStation experiences. Sources suggest the next console will blend the power of a home system with the portability of a handheld, much like the Nintendo Switch.
Sony's decision to phase out disc drives—starting with the rumored digital-only PS5 Pro—reinforces this direction. A handheld PS6 would eliminate the need for physical media entirely, relying on digital downloads and cloud streaming.
While Microsoft explores modular console designs, Sony appears to bet big on portability. The PS6 could launch as a dual-purpose device, docking for TV play and detaching for on-the-go gaming. No official announcement has been made, but the industry is buzzing about a 2027 release.