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PlayStation 5 Prices Rise by $50 Amid Economic Challenges

8/20/2025

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Sony will raise the prices of all PlayStation 5 models by $50 in the US, starting Thursday.
New prices are $549.99 for the standard PS5, $499.99 for the Digital Edition, and $749.99 for the PS5 Pro.
The price increase is due to a "challenging economic environment" and tariffs from the previous administration.
Prices for PS5 accessories will remain the same.

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Sony will raise the prices of all PlayStation 5 models by $50 in the US, starting Thursday.
New prices are $549.99 for the standard PS5, $499.99 for the Digital Edition, and $749.99 for the PS5 Pro.
The price increase is due to a "challenging economic environment" and tariffs from the previous administration.
Prices for PS5 accessories will remain the same.