Industry analysts predict PlayStation 6 and Xbox Helix consoles may launch at $999 or higher, citing inflated hardware costs and AI industry demand. Matt Piscatella (GamesRadar+) notes uncertainty in launch pricing but stresses components like memory and storage are already driving up expenses. While Sony’s PS5 price hikes suggest future adjustments, Dr. Serkan Toto (Kantan Games) argues a $999 PS6 variant—possibly a Pro model—is plausible.

Meanwhile, Joost van Dreunen (NYU) warns console gaming may become a luxury expenditure, with next-gen base prices rising 50% over current-gen models.