There have been persistent rumors throughout 2025 about Sony developing a new handheld console as part of the PlayStation 6 ecosystem, codenamed "Project Canis" (or sometimes referred to as a PS6 Portable).
This device is reportedly a true native gaming handheld—not a streaming accessory like the PlayStation Portal—and is designed to play games from multiple generations without needing a separate console.
Key leaked details include:
- Backward compatibility: It can natively run PS4, PS5, and PS6 games. PS4 titles are expected to work seamlessly, while many PS5 and PS6 games may require patches for optimal performance (e.g., lower resolutions like 720p/1080p or reduced settings in handheld mode).
Some leaks mention a "low-power mode" or AI upscaling (similar to AMD FSR 4/5) to help with efficiency.
- Hardware specs: Powered by a custom AMD APU with Zen 6 CPU cores (e.g., 4–6 cores total), RDNA 5 graphics (around 16 compute units, clocked at ~1.2–1.65 GHz depending on mode), up to 48GB LPDDR5X RAM, and support for M.2 SSD + MicroSD storage.
Docked mode boosts performance (Switch-like), potentially delivering 55–75% of PS5 rasterization power but superior ray tracing.
- Features: Dockable for TV output, haptic feedback, touchscreen, and possibly cross-buy support (buy a game once for PS6 home console/PC/handheld).
- Release and price: Targeted for late 2027 or early 2028 alongside the main PS6 console, priced around $399–$499 to compete with devices like the Nintendo Switch 2 or Xbox Ally X.
These rumors stem mainly from insiders like Moore's Law is Dead, KeplerL2, and dataminers, with some corroborated by AMD-related documents.
As of November 9, 2025, Sony hasn't officially confirmed anything—recent buzz ties into PS Portal updates (e.g., cloud streaming for owned PS5 games) and hints at ecosystem unification, but no new handheld announcements.
On X, excitement is high in gaming communities, with posts hyping native multi-gen play and docking, though some skeptics doubt the power claims or see it as Sony chasing Nintendo/PC handhelds.
If real, this could be Sony's big return to portables since the Vita, filling a gap for high-end PlayStation gaming on the go. Take it with a grain of salt until official word—leaks this far out often evolve.