Get Ready to Pay More for Your PS5!

Attention gamers! If you’re dreaming of getting your hands on a PlayStation 5, brace yourself for some bad news: prices are going up! Sony has just announced a significant price hike for the PS5 in Europe, the UK, Australia, and other regions, with increases of up to 100 local currency units. This change is attributed to "a backdrop of a challenging economic environment, including high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates."

Breaking Down the Price Increases!

In Europe, the cost of the PS5 Digital Edition will rise from €450 ($513) to €500 ($570). Meanwhile, UK gamers will see the price jump from £390 ($514) to £430 ($567). It’s not just a minor adjustment; these new prices are effective immediately, so act fast if you want that console on your shelf!

Significant Hikes in Australia and New Zealand!

And that’s not all! In Australia, the PS5 Digital Edition will now set you back AUD $750 (USD $475), up from AUD $650 (USD $412). Over in New Zealand, the PS5 with disc drive has also seen a price bump, rising to NZD $950 (USD $558) from NZD $900.

A Silver Lining: Cheaper Add-On Disc Drives!

But don’t lose hope just yet—Sony is reducing the price of the add-on disc drive! In Europe, you can snag it for €80, down from €120, and in the UK, it will cost you just £70, previously £100. So, if you're in the market for a PS5—or are considering its digital counterpart—now’s the time to act before these new prices kick in!