PlayStation 6

All the patent clues us in on is a potential stick assembly design. It shows nothing of the larger device, and I suppose it's possibly not even for the PS6 controller, but if Sony has gone a whole generation without replacing the DualSense's stick assembly, its successor is the most likely reason for the patent. That said, patents are filed all the time, and it doesn't guarantee Sony will even use the contactless design for future DualSense iterations. Patents are also unhelpful in understanding design timelines—it really gives us no clear idea of when to expect the PlayStation 6 and its new p

The patent describes a proprietary vaporization-based cooling solution built around advanced heat pipes with tapered sections to enhance efficiency and facilitate fluid or liquid cooling, combined with a more traditional water-like liquid that vaporizes for heat transfer. It is designed to work effectively in both horizontal and vertical orientations. Answered

Physical special and collector's edition PlayStation releases will likely become rarer and pricier as Sony phases out discs, because physical media scarcity increases collector demand and overall costs in the next-generation market are rising. Related article "PlayStation games out before 2028 can still get disc reprints" notes that titles released before 2028 may still receive disc reprints, implying some limited continued availability for older or reprinted special editions. Answered

The end of physical media will shrink the market for used discs and physical accessories as fewer new discs are produced and collectors have less supply to buy and resell. That reduced supply and continued demand from collectors and people with poor internet could push prices up for second-hand games and accessories. (Related article: PlayStation games out before 2028 can still get disc reprints) Answered