Do I recommend you switch back? No. But if you already own a license, never uninstall it. It is a time capsule of raw, unbridled processing power.
You cannot buy it from Adobe anymore. They have erased the purchase links. photoshop cs6 extended
Modern Photoshop CC (2026) is heavily reliant on cloud syncing, AI (Firefly), and GPU acceleration. CS6 Extended is pure, unadulterated C++ code optimized for the CPU. Do I recommend you switch back
If you need to create quick mockups of product packaging or simple 3D logos, CS6 Extended does it natively. Modern CC requires you to switch to Substance 3D Stager (another subscription). It is a time capsule of raw, unbridled processing power
Here is the elephant in the room:
: Introduced the now-standard Mercury Graphics Engine and a darker user interface with customizable color themes. Important Considerations for 2026