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SONY RAISES PLAYSTATION 5 PRICES IN EUROPE, UK.AND AUSTRALIA

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April 19, 2025

Sony has announced price increases for its PlayStation 5 Digital Edition consoles across Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, citing a challenging economic environment marked by high inflation and volatile currency markets, the company stated in a blog post addressing its global fanbase.

SONY RAISES PLAYSTATION 5 PRICES IN EUROPE, UK.AND AUSTRALIA

This adjustment, effective immediately, impacts the disc-free PS5 model, while the standard edition and PS5 Pro remain unchanged in most regions. For gamers, retailers, and industry analysts, the move reflects broader economic pressures reshaping consumer electronics pricing.

The Digital Edition’s price has risen by over 10% in affected markets, a decision Sony attributes to rising production and shipping costs amid global trade disruptions. Europe’s gaming community, with over 40 million PS5 units sold continent-wide, now faces higher costs for the slimmed-down console, while UK and Australian buyers see similar upticks. New Zealand’s market, though smaller, mirrors this trend, amplifying affordability concerns for a console already over four years old.

This hike coincides with a turbulent economic landscape, where fluctuating exchange rates and supply chain constraints challenge manufacturers like Sony. As Nintendo delays its Switch 2 launch and adjusts to similar pressures, the gaming industry braces for a shift away from the era of declining console prices, with Sony’s decision spotlighting the delicate balance between profitability and consumer loyalty in a competitive market.

imageDIGITAL EDITION PRICE HIKES HIT EUROPEAN MARKETS

Sony has increased the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition’s recommended retail price in Europe to 499 euros, up from 449 euros, a change rolled out across the European Union, the company confirmed in its announcement. This 11% rise targets the disc-free model, leaving the standard PS5 with its Blu-ray drive and the newer PS5 Pro untouched. Europe’s gaming market, accounting for over 40 million PS5 units sold since launch, absorbs this cost amid strained household budgets.

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