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Reports: PlayStation 6 to Launch With Optional Detachable Disc Drive

Sources indicate Sony is prioritizing cost reductions through a lighter modular build.

Overview

  • An Insider Gaming report, echoed by multiple outlets, says PS6 will debut as a modular system with a removable disc drive.
  • Buyers could pick a digital-only unit, a bundle with the drive pre-attached, or add the drive later as a separate purchase.
  • Coverage notes Sony is targeting a simpler, smaller and lighter chassis to lower manufacturing, storage and shipping expenses.
  • Sources link the strategy to PS5-era results, claiming disc-drive sales met internal targets and validated keeping the option.
  • Sony has not announced PS6 specifications or a release date, though recent executive comments emphasize local hardware execution over cloud-only play.