Sony Hikes Playstation 5 Price Up To 11% In Major Markets - Except The US

Sony increased PlayStation 5 prices in several regions due to inflation and fluctuating exchange rates. The price hikes affect Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. The US market remains unaffected by the price increase. Sony described the price adjustments as a difficult decision. Analyst Daniel Ahmad suggested broader economic factors contributed to the price changes. Price increases vary by region and console model. Some regions saw increases in both digital and standard editions, while others only saw increases in one. The price of standalone disc drives decreased in all affected regions. Social media reactions range from speculation about tariffs to humorous commentary on the price changes. The situation highlights the impact of global economic conditions on consumer electronics pricing.