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The upcoming PlayStation 6 may feature a modular design with an optional detachable disc drive, allowing consumers to choose between a traditional or digital-only version, which could help Sony reduce costs and adapt to market uncertainties. This approach mirrors recent trends in the PlayStation 5 lineup and reflects ongoing hardware cost increases and market challenges.
Sony's upcoming PS6 is rumored to feature a detachable disc drive and a simpler, lighter design to reduce costs and make the console more affordable, with options for digital-only or bundled versions, aiming to replicate the success of previous PlayStation models while managing economic challenges.
A video has demonstrated that the detachable disc drive of the PS5 can be easily swapped between consoles, as it functions more like a peripheral than a locked component. However, the drive requires an online registration process, and without an internet connection, it will refuse to accept discs, rendering it useless. While the online check-in is likely due to compliance with the DMCA, there may come a time when the servers needed for verification are no longer operational. Sony may release an update to remove this requirement in the future, but it is expected to be many years down the line.