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Sony Raises PS5 Prices in Select Regions Citing Economic Challenges

The updated pricing, effective April 14, 2025, increases costs for the Digital Edition in Europe and the UK, and both editions in Australia and New Zealand, while lowering the price of the PS5 disc drive accessory.

The Sony Playstation logo is seen at the Paris Games Week (PGW), a trade fair for video games in Paris, France, November 5, 2023. REUTERS/Claudia Greco/File Photo
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Overview

  • Sony has increased the price of the PS5 Digital Edition to €499.99 in Europe and £429.99 in the UK, marking a €50 and £40 rise, respectively.
  • In Australia and New Zealand, both the Standard and Digital Editions of the PS5 now cost more, with the Digital Edition priced at AUD $749.95 and NZD $859.95.
  • The PS5 Pro remains unaffected by the price changes, maintaining its current pricing across all regions.
  • The price of the standalone PS5 disc drive accessory has been reduced, with new prices set at €79.99 in Europe, £69.99 in the UK, AUD $124.95 in Australia, and NZD $139.95 in New Zealand.
  • Sony attributes the price increases to high inflation, fluctuating exchange rates, and broader economic pressures, including impacts from U.S. tariffs on global trade.