In a move that surprised many, Sony has confirmed a price increase for the PlayStation 5 in several regions. The adjusted pricing will apply to both the disc version and the Digital Edition as the company rolls out new retail pricing across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia-Pacific area, Latin America, and Canada. The change does not extend to the United States. The increase amounts to €50 in most markets, reflecting ongoing economic pressures cited by Sony as inflation and currency fluctuations influence consumer prices.
Sony Interactive Entertainment explained that the global economic climate has been challenging for many players and retailers worldwide. They noted negative currency movements and high inflation impacting households and various sectors. Against this backdrop, the company made the decision to adjust the PlayStation 5 Recommended Retail Price in the affected regions—EMEA, APAC, LATAM, and Canada—with no equivalent price rise in the United States. This stance was articulated by Sony executives in company communications about market conditions and price strategy.
Pricing changes were set to take effect immediately in most regions, with Japan seeing the adjustment implement from September 15. Sony cited both the supply challenges facing the console and the imperative to maintain product availability. The company stated that while price adjustments are necessary given the current economic environment and their impact on SIE, the top priority remains improving PS5 supply so that more gamers can access the console and enjoy its features. The affected regional pricing details follow for reference and clarity.
Australia:
PS5 with disc drive: 799.95 AUD (558.48 EUR)
PS5 Digital Edition: 649.95 AUD (442.82 EUR)
Canada:
PS5 with disc drive: CAD 649.99 (€503.78)
PS5 Digital Edition: CAD 519.99 (€402.15)
Chinese:
PS5 with disc drive: ¥4,299 yuan (€628.71)
PS5 Digital Edition: ¥3,499 yuan (€511.72)
Europe:
PS5 with disc drive: €549.99
PS5 Digital Edition: €449.99
Japan:
PS5 with disc drive: 60,478 yen (€442.53)
PS5 Digital Edition: 49,478 yen (€362.04)
Mexico:
PS5 with disc drive: 14,999 MXN (€755.45)
PS5 Digital Edition: 12,499 MXN (€629.53)
United Kingdom:
PS5 with disc drive: £479.99 (€567.73)
PS5 Digital Edition: £389.99 (€461.28)