PS6: Sony Won’t Drop Physical Discs, Insider Claims
Sony has reportedly confirmed it will keep producing physical discs for the PS6. That’s according to Moore’s Law Is Dead, a leaker with a strong PlayStation track record, who shared the news in a video published on September 8.
With concerns over digital game ownership at an all-time high and the PS6 release date still a mystery, the well-known YouTuber claims Sony directly confirmed its commitment to physical media. Even more, the PS5 disc drive could be compatible with the next-gen console—a possibility that’s been circulating for weeks. So far, Sony hasn’t made any public statement on the matter.
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Sony reportedly confirmed disc production for the PS6
In episode 378 of his podcast Broken Silicon, released September 8, Moore’s Law Is Dead (MLID) claims that Sony directly confirmed to him it will continue producing physical discs for its next console. According to the YouTuber, the PS6 won’t mark the end of physical media, despite what some fans have feared in recent months. The leaker goes further: the PS5 disc drive could work with the new machine, fitting into Sony’s modular strategy already seen with the current detachable drive.
If these claims hold up, here’s what it could mean:
- The PS6 would support physical discs, either with a built-in drive or a compatible external accessory
- The PS5 disc drive could work on the PS6, saving players from buying another one
- Sony would keep its modular approach, letting gamers choose between all-digital and physical formats
A response to concerns about the future of physical games
This leak comes at a tense time for fans of physical games. Rumors about Xbox’s Project Positron, which could signal a full shift to digital at Microsoft, have fueled fears that Sony might follow suit. Some observers even thought the Japanese company could copy that strategy, while others expected a very different response to Xbox’s Positron. Sony’s legal battle over its right to remove purchased digital games hasn’t helped matters.
As for reliability, MLID has a solid track record with PlayStation leaks. He first mentioned PS5 drive compatibility with the PS6 back in August 2026, which lines up with his current claims. However, Sony has yet to publicly back up these statements. The company hasn’t responded, and the claim that Sony “directly confirmed” this to a YouTuber remains impossible to verify independently.
What this could mean for PlayStation gamers
If this strategy pans out, it could have a big impact on the PlayStation ecosystem. Collectors would still be able to buy and resell boxed games, keeping the used game market alive when many thought it was doomed. The modular approach—an optional drive instead of a built-in one—would also let Sony offer multiple models at different price points, just like with the PS5 Slim and its detachable drive. Facing the challenges Sony faces with the PS6, keeping physical support could be a major selling point against a potentially all-digital Xbox.
Since Sony hasn’t officially revealed any PS6 specs, all this remains in the realm of leaks—no matter how credible the source. A future State of Play or a dedicated next-gen reveal would give Sony the chance to clarify its strategy and reassure fans who still care about physical games.
