Overview

• The standard PS5 will now cost ¥79,980 ($550), while the digital edition rises to ¥72,980 ($505).
• Accessories like the DualSense controller and PSVR2 headset will also see significant price increases.
• Sony cites global economic fluctuations and a challenging external environment as reasons for the hike.
• This move contrasts with typical console price trends, which usually see reductions over time.
• Despite the price hikes, PS5 sales remain strong, with over 60 million units sold worldwide.