Sony Comments on Ongoing RAM Shortage and Potential PS5 Impact

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As a PS5 fan, I’m really relieved to hear that Sony thinks they can avoid a lot of the supply and price issues that have been hitting the console market! It’s been tough lately with everything costing more, and I was starting to worry about what that meant for the future of gaming. But it sounds like the PS5 might be in a good spot for the next few years, which is awesome news!

Starting in late 2025, the cost of memory (RAM) started to increase sharply because manufacturers were prioritizing production for AI data centers over other areas, creating a limited supply. The situation has gotten worse since then, with some companies stopping sales of RAM for everyday consumers, and others like Valve postponing new product releases to evaluate the effects. There’s been concern that the PlayStation 6 and the next Xbox might be delayed if the shortage continues, but Sony has recently offered some positive news, suggesting a possible path forward.

Sony Has Enough RAM for PlayStation 5 Stocks Through Holiday 2026

Okay, so I just saw this awesome news! Apparently, Sony’s CFO, Lin Tao, said they’ve got enough RAM stockpiled to keep making PS5s all the way through the 2026 holiday season. He didn’t give all the details, but basically having a big supply on hand protects them from rising costs. It sounds like this was part of their plan to deal with potential tariffs last year, and it’s really working out! As someone who was a little worried about prices after the PS5 already went up last year because of economic stuff, this is a huge relief. Hopefully, this means we won’t see another price increase anytime soon!

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These comments echo a recent statement from Nintendo’s president, Shuntaro Furukawa, who said the Switch 2 likely won’t cost more through 2026, but future price increases are possible depending on market conditions. Similarly, Sony’s Tao didn’t commit to maintaining low prices and consistent availability after the 2026 holiday season, though she stated the company will continue negotiating with suppliers to meet demand. While a small price increase isn’t ruled out, Tao indicated Sony will try to lessen the impact of rising costs, rather than eliminate them completely.

To deal with increasing RAM costs, Sony has two main plans. First, they’ll focus on making more money from existing PlayStation owners instead of trying to sell a lot of new PS5 consoles. This means selling more accessories like controllers and offering hardware upgrades. Second, Sony intends to grow its revenue from games and PlayStation Network subscriptions. Given the recent record-high sales in the PlayStation Store – which helped boost profits even with fewer console sales – this strategy could successfully offset the increased costs.

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While there’s a small hope the memory market will stabilize before Sony runs out of its current supply, it’s looking less likely. Micron predicts the RAM shortage will continue past 2026, which could cause problems for PS5 prices and availability after the end of this year. It’s hard to predict exactly what will happen, but prices tend to rise quickly and fall slowly when the market is unstable. Gamers should stay informed about market changes to get the best value for their money.

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2026-02-05 20:10