Sony is gearing up to launch its next-generation console, the PS6, with a premium price tag that may shock gamers.

Industry experts, including Circana’s Mat Piscatella and Midia Research’s Rhys Elliott, predict that the PS6 will come with a staggering price of around $600 when it hits the market. This is according to a conversation with GamesBeat. Although the exact release date is unknown, analysts believe Sony is testing the waters with the upcoming $700 PS5 Pro, set to launch in November.

For perspective, the original PS5 debuted at $400 without a disc drive and $500 with a disc drive in 2020. A $600 PS6 would mark a significant price increase for an entry-level console.

Sony may face a challenge in justifying this price hike. The internet was outraged when the PS5 Pro price was announced, and it's hard to forget the backlash when Sony revealed the price of the PlayStation 3 in 2006. However, inflation is a reality, and prices tend to rise over time.

As t8tech notes, if you're planning to buy a PS6, it's a good idea to start saving now.