Sony increases the price of PS5 (again)

A few years ago, the price of the console, such as PlayStation and Xbox, was used to reduce when we entered the generation. New models were made using new processes or components, which allowed Sony and Microsoft to regulate the cost. But this did not happen during this generation, and the proof of this is that Sony will increase the price of the PS5 again.

According to the PlayStation blog, PS5 will grow in price in Europe and other marketsThe increase in the increase significantly and covers the two best console models, although it will not be applied to all countries. Sony again accused the world economic situation And he warned that the price increase would come into force from tomorrow.

“Thanks to the background of a complex economic environment, which includes high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates, SIE has made a difficult decision to increase the recommended retail price (PVP) of the PlayStation 5 console in separate markets from Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Australia and New Zealand,” says Sonya.

These are new PS5 prices

According to the table offered by Sony, the only console affected by the increase in prices in Europe is PS5 Digital Edition, which will cost 499.99 eurosThis publication without Blu-ray Player was launched as a “cheap version” for those who have already made a jump into digital games and did not need a reader for their game library. Although the PS5 digital publication has never become as cheap as the Xbox series, its price is 449 euros and its availability during the pandemic made him a candidate for many.

Europe

• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition: 499.99 euros

United Kingdom

• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition: £ 429,99

Australia

• PlayStation 5 with Blu-Ray Ultra HD Disco.
• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition: 749.95 Australian dollars

New Zealand

• PlayStation 5 with Ultra HD Blu-Ray Disc of: 949.95 New Zealand dollars
• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition: 859.95 New Zealand

The last time we woke up with Similar news occurred in the middle of -2022When Sony decided to increase the price of PS5 from inflation and global uncertainty. In this case, the increase also amounted to 50 euros and influenced two publications of the console. A bad drink continued a year later when Sony announced an increase in the price of PS Plus subscriptionsField

What will happen to Mexico and other markets?

Still There is no information about raising PS5 in Mexico in Mexico in Mexico and other regions. In her publication, Sony confirmed that some countries of Europe, the Middle East and Africa will also be affected, although it was not indicated. Those who live outside the declared markets can breathe calm, although this is a fact that the blow will come sooner or later.

The only good news is that Sony decided to reduce the price of the PS5 external record readerField if you have PS5 Pro or PS Slim Digital Edition, and you must buy it, now you can purchase it for Only 79.99 eurosField change in prices for consoles and reader PS5 He will enter into force as of April 14, 2025Field