Recent reports suggested Sony might delay the launch of its next PlayStation console beyond 2027. However, a new report from Moore’s Law is Dead claims Sony is still aiming for that timeframe. The report, based on leaked information, also suggests Sony is using the PS5’s Power Saver mode as a way to secretly prepare games to work with the potentially handheld PS6.
Based on documentation from Sony’s development kit, the tech site Moore’s Law is Dead has discovered how Sony optimizes the PlayStation 5 for its Power Saver mode. While the standard PS5 mode uses 13 out of 16 CPU cores to run games (with the remaining cores handling the operating system and background tasks), Power Saver mode runs games on only 8 cores. This leaves 5 cores inactive and dedicates 3 cores to system and operating system functions, ultimately reducing power consumption.
Recent leaks suggest the upcoming PS6 will have a feature called PlayGo. Similar to Xbox’s Smart Delivery, PlayGo aims to simplify the gaming experience by automatically ensuring players download the correct game version for their console. It’s already been added to the software developers’ kit for the PS5.
Previously, developers had to include the high-resolution textures and detailed assets for the PS5 Pro in all PS5 downloads, even for those using the standard PS5. Now, that’s changing. Developers can now create separate downloads tailored for PS4, PS4 Pro, standard PS5, PS5 Pro, and even the PS5’s new Power Saver Mode. In fact, Power Saver Mode will get its own specific asset and texture packages!
This change would only happen if we were building a completely new console from the ground up, one that might require specific adjustments. Using smaller textures doesn’t actually save any power.
Sony appears to be working on reducing the cost of developing games for its new consoles. Recently, they sent a notice to developers asking them to limit support for older PlayStation Network features in games for the PS4. While details are scarce, one source suggests this move indicates Sony is already planning for the release of the PS6, potentially sooner than expected.
Like any rumor, it’s wise to be skeptical about this one. But if it’s true, it suggests Sony is carefully addressing the difficulties of developing games when new console generations arrive. Beyond potentially allowing PS6 handheld compatibility using a PS5 power-saving feature, Sony is also advising developers to control costs – specifically by reducing support for older console online features.
If you’re interested in the PS6, another report suggests it could be more powerful than the Xbox Series S. You might also want to read what experts are predicting about the cost of upcoming consoles.
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2026-04-03 20:11