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Sony hikes PlayStation Plus prices across Japan tiers

5/25/2026

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Sony announced price increases for all PlayStation Plus tiers in Japan.
Prices now are ¥1,209 Essential (¥1,099), ¥1,799 Extra (¥1,599), ¥1,999 Premium (¥1,799) and three-month plans ¥2,799, ¥4,399, ¥5,499 while annual plans stay unchanged.
Existing members retain current rates, with lapsed users facing higher fees upon return.
Critics say the rise hurts value of Essential and Premium tiers as game additions are limited.

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Sony announced price increases for all PlayStation Plus tiers in Japan.
Prices now are ¥1,209 Essential (¥1,099), ¥1,799 Extra (¥1,599), ¥1,999 Premium (¥1,799) and three-month plans ¥2,799, ¥4,399, ¥5,499 while annual plans stay unchanged.
Existing members retain current rates, with lapsed users facing higher fees upon return.
Critics say the rise hurts value of Essential and Premium tiers as game additions are limited.