US EditionPlayStation 5 prices to rise in the U.S. starting this week, Sony says
Sony cites economic challenges and U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports for the $50 PlayStation 5 price increase, affecting all U.S. models but not accessories or games.
- Sony is raising the price of the PlayStation 5 gaming console in the US by around $50 from Thursday due to rising costs and a slowing video game market.
- The base model of the PlayStation 5 will cost $499.99 in the US, while the most expensive Pro version will have a recommended retail price of $749.99.
- Sony cited high inflation, fluctuating exchange rates, and US tariffs on imports from Japan as reasons for the price increase.
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