The PS6 sure sounds like a handheld
Industry speculation is rising regarding the PS6's form factor and the potential benefits of delaying next-generation console releases.
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The brief
Discussions are emerging regarding the design of the PS6, with The Verge suggesting the device may be a handheld. Simultaneously, analysts are predicting sales figures for future hardware, specifically comparing the Xbox Helix and PS6.
Coverage from GameSpot and Eurogamer.net emphasizes a perspective from developers, including the director of The Blood of Dawnwalker and the director of Witcher 3, who suggest that delays in next-gen console releases could be beneficial. Eurogamer.net notes that this timing may be helpful as price rises continue to affect the industry.
Future developments depend on official hardware confirmations and how price increases within the industry impact the timing of these console releases.
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Quick answers
What is rumored about the PS6's design?
According to The Verge, the PS6 sounds like it could be a handheld device.
Why do some directors believe a console delay is beneficial?
The director of The Blood of Dawnwalker stated that delayed next-gen consoles could benefit smaller studios.
Which other future console is being compared to the PS6?
Analysts are comparing the PS6 with the Xbox Helix in sales predictions reported by ixbt.games.
Coverage (8)
- “What is the point of owning a PlayStation 6 anymore?” Notebookcheck · 5h ago
- Sony suggests PlayStation 6 will be portable to shift ‘beyond the living room’ KitGuru · 5h ago
- Hallmark's New Collection of Gaming Ornaments Features the OG PlayStation and Tons of Pokémon IGN · 5h ago
- Xbox Helix vs. PS6: Analysts Predict Sales of Future Consoles ixbt.games · 5h ago
- The Blood of Dawnwalker director says delayed next-gen consoles could benefit smaller studios TechSpot · 5h ago
- Witcher 3 Director Says Next-Gen Console Delay Would Not Be Such A Bad Thing GameSpot · 5h ago
- A delayed next generation of consoles is "better for us", says The Blood of Dawnwalker director, as price rises continue to plague the industry Eurogamer.net · 5h ago
- The PS6 sure sounds like a handheld The Verge · 5h ago
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