Multiple outlets and creators react to Sony raising PS5-family prices, with some arguing it makes Xbox look cheaper and others predicting PS6/next Xbox could reach $999$1200.
Important price update for PS5 and PlayStation Portal:
PS5/PS5 Pro/PS Portal will receive price increases on April 2nd.
For USA: -PS5 $549 -> $649
-PS5 Pro $749 -> $899
Sony has announced price rises for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal, blaming “continued pressures in the global economic landscape.”
Price hikes are coming for PlayStation starting April 2, 2026 💸 New prices and increases below. PS5 → $649.99 (+$100) PS5 Digital Edition → $599.99 (+$100) PS5 Pro → $899.99 (+$150) PlayStation Portal → $250 (+$50)
I'm feeling good about that PS5 Pro upgrade a year ago when it was $700, as it's now NINE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS.
👉Sony raised PS5 prices in key regions and Xbox instantly became the cheaper console
Is gaming getting too expensive? Maybe in a few years: - Switch 2 will probably go up in price - PS6 $1000 - Next Xbox: $1200
Go get that PS5 Pro before it’s too late, $900 is crazy
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