Sony Increases PlayStation 5 and Portal Prices Again
Following recent speculation, Sony has officially confirmed a significant price hike for its PlayStation 5 consoles and the PlayStation Portal handheld device. This adjustment will take effect on Thursday, April 2nd, meaning consumers who wish to purchase these products at their current rates must act swiftly.
The new recommended retail prices will be:
Europe
- PS5: 649.99 €
- PS5 Digital Edition: 599.99 €
- PS5 Pro: 899.99 €
- PlayStation Portal: 249.99 €
U.K.
- PS5: £569.99
- PS5 Digital Edition: £519.99
- PS5 Pro: £789.99
- PlayStation Portal: £219.99
U.S.
- PS5: $649.99
- PS5 Digital Edition: $599.99
- PS5 Pro: $899.99
- PlayStation Portal: $249.99
Japan
- PS5: ¥97,980
- PS5 Digital Edition: ¥89,980
- PS5 Pro: ¥137,980
- PlayStation Portal: ¥39,980
The Japanese console manufacturer attributes these changes to "ongoing pressures within the global economic landscape." This statement typically encompasses factors such as increased component costs, rising transportation expenses, and other market forces impacting production and distribution.
Given these recurrent price adjustments, do you anticipate further increases for the PS5 family of consoles before the eventual launch of the PlayStation 6?
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